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Russian artillery units and Wagner assault forces during the battle for Bakhmut firing heavy shells toward Ukrainian positions.

Russian troops’ ammunition consumption rates during the assault on Bakhmut

A leaked Wagner ammunition request exposes the brutal scale of the Bakhmut assault: tens of thousands of shells fired daily. Inside the numbers behind Russia’s artillery-heavy strategy.
Mar 2, 2023
Oil tankers sailing with Russian crude against a war backdrop symbolizing how diverted energy exports help finance Moscow’s prolonged conflict.

russia adapts oil embargo making the big war longer

Despite an oil embargo, Russia has rerouted oil exports to sustain revenue for its war machine. Learn how sanctions adaptation is helping prolong the Ukraine conflict.
Feb 28, 2023
Investigative cover image of the Beresteiska metro station friendly fire incident near Kyiv early in the war, showing frontline chaos and war mistakes. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Highest price war mistakes: Beresteiska metro station shootout at the early days of Kyiv siege

A tragic early Kyiv siege error: 8 Ukrainian servicemen were killed in a friendly‑fire shootout near Beresteiska metro. This investigation pushes for accountability and learning from wartime chaos. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Feb 26, 2023
Armored Russian troops and unmarked “green men” securing key Crimean government buildings during the covert 2014 occupation operation in Crimea.

The special operation to seize Crimea: how russia did it

Exclusive look at how Russia plotted and executed the 2014 seizure of Crimea from Feb 20–March 25 — from GRU deployments to “green men” occupation and strategic captures of Simferopol and Sevastopol. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Feb 24, 2023
Ihor Kolomoisky and industrial cranes at the Kryvyi Rih iron ore plant: investigation reveals shares sold to Russian businessman amid legal dispute. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Ukraine’s oligarch sold his shares in Ukrainian iron ore plant to russian businessman

In a surprising cross‑border deal, Ukrainian oligarch Ihor Kolomoisky sold a stake in the Kryvyi Rih iron ore plant to Russian businessman Mikhail Voevodin — a transaction now under legal scrutiny as PrivatBank seeks the proceeds. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Feb 19, 2023
Kyiv city prosecutor Oleg Kiper at a press briefing as journalists investigate claims his wife held a Russian passport during Ukraine’s war

Does the Kyiv city chief prosecutor’s wife has or had the russian passport?

Investigation examines whether the wife of Kyiv’s chief prosecutor had a valid Russian passport amid wartime and why this raised a storm over transparency and security. | empr.media
Feb 3, 2023
Ukrainian volunteer handing out aid supplies next to officials as debates grow over legal pressure and accusations of persecuting volunteers

Have the Ukrainian authorities begun persecuting volunteers?

An investigation examines whether Ukrainian authorities have begun persecuting volunteers, sparking debate over legal pressure, aid oversight, and trust in wartime civil society. | empr.media
Feb 3, 2023
U.S. and UK flags flying alongside Ukraine’s flag amid support discussions, symbolizing Western military and diplomatic backing during the Russia‑Ukraine war

Why must the US and UK help Ukraine?

An in‑depth investigation into why the United States and United Kingdom must support Ukraine — from deterring Russian aggression to defending global security and shared values. | empr.media
Feb 2, 2023
Children watching animated cartoons as an investigation explores how Russian media content can subtly influence young minds and behavior patterns

Hidden weapons: how russian cartoons affect the consciousness of children

Are seemingly innocent Russian cartoons a “hidden weapon” shaping children’s behavior and worldview? This investigation explores the subtle psychological impact of media on young minds. | empr.media
Feb 2, 2023
Brovary helicopter crash aftermath at kindergarten site in Kyiv Oblast with damaged building, responders, and on‑scene chaos from tragedy. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

“A helicopter fell on my kindergarten.” Report from the place of Brovary helicopter crash

On Jan 18 2023 in Brovary, a state emergency helicopter crashed into a kindergarten, killing officials and children, injuring dozens and turning a quiet morning into a scene of horror and rescue. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Jan 22, 2023
Smoke and radiation hazard visuals at Rostov nuclear plant, highlighting fears of a possible Chornobyl‑like catastrophe in Russia.

Accident at the Rostov NPP: is a new “Chornobyl” possible in Russia

An accident at Russia’s Rostov nuclear power plant raises urgent questions: Could this be a new Chornobyl‑level disaster? Investigative analysis on risks and implications.
Jan 9, 2023
Russian cruise missiles flying toward Ukraine, representing reported use of missiles with dummy nuclear‑capable warheads as part of strategic missile warfare

Russia fires cruise missiles with dummy nuclear warheads at Ukraine

Russia has reportedly fired cruise missiles equipped with dummy nuclear‑capable warheads at Ukraine, a tactic analysts say may be aimed at overwhelming and draining Ukrainian air defenses.
Nov 18, 2022

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