Investigation

Ukraine Investigations: Corruption, War Crimes & Power Exposés

Investigation into Amnesty International’s Ukraine report showing analysts reviewing data and testimonies amid controversy over methodology

Amnesty International issue on Ukraine has a specific name: investigation

A thorough investigation of the Amnesty International report on Ukraine finds specific methodological issues and allegations that pressured testimonies skewed the findings and war narrative.
Aug 8, 2022
Damaged Antonivsky Bridge over the Dnipro in Kherson Oblast, illustrating Ukraine’s strikes to cut Russian supply routes and enable its counteroffensive operations.

Antonivsky bridge is covered in smoke. How important are the crossings in the Kherson region, and how can their destruction help the Armed Forces of Ukraine?

The Antonivsky Bridge in Kherson was vital for Russian supplies across the Dnipro — targeting it disrupts logistics, isolates enemy forces and opens the way for Ukraine’s offensive push. empr.media explains the strategic impact.
Jul 22, 2022
Political leadership and security decisions in Ukraine before Russia’s invasion examined in investigative analysis

How the ruling class could protect Ukraine, but did not

Warnings about Russia’s aggression were visible for years. This investigation explores how Ukraine’s ruling elite failed to take critical steps that could have strengthened the country before the invasion.
Jul 9, 2022
Illustration of Vladimir Putin in imperial garb juxtaposed with sanction icons and declining Russian economic indicators amid global pressure.

While Putin is trying on the Russian emperors’ crown, sanctions are gradually dragging Russia down to the bottom

While Putin parades imperial imagery, a web of Western sanctions is squeezing Russia’s economy, shrinking growth and cutting off key sectors — a systemic drag on Moscow’s war machine and global clout.
Jun 15, 2022
Dramatic composite of Vladimir Putin silhouette fading on a map of Eastern Europe — symbolizing collapse of regime in Russia and Ukraine war end forecast.

Russia – Ukraine war will definitely end with the downfall of the Putin regime

EMPR’s bold investigation argues the Ukraine war won’t truly end until Putin’s regime collapses — exploring internal fractures, external pressure and geopolitical tipping points.
Jun 6, 2022
A symbolic image of Ukraine war frontline and May 9 Victory Day parade contrast, illustrating shifting phases and future expectations in the conflict

Russia – Ukraine war. Life after May 9th. What is it all about?

Investigative analysis explores what May 9th means for the Russia‑Ukraine war’s next phase, how expectations have shifted, and what the future holds for conflict and peace.
May 13, 2022
China and Russia leaders and military hardware illustrating Beijing’s economic and political support for Moscow’s war against Ukraine.

How China supports Russia in the war against Ukraine

Explore how China’s economic, technological and diplomatic actions bolster Russia’s war effort against Ukraine — from trade lifelines to indirect military support.
Apr 25, 2022
Russian troops and armored columns executing operational-tactical maneuvers on the Ukraine front as encirclement strategies intensify in the war.

Russia continues its operational-tactical combat operation in order to encircle the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Russia is mounting a sustained operational-tactical combat campaign aimed at encircling Ukrainian forces on key fronts, exerting pressure through maneuver and attrition warfare.
Apr 22, 2022
The Russian Black Sea Fleet cruiser Moskva listing and sinking after being struck by Ukrainian Neptune missiles off the coast of Ukraine.

Objective information on the circumstances of destroying one of Russia’s largest warship

Explore verified evidence on how Ukraine destroyed Russia’s largest warship, the flagship cruiser Moskva, with missile strikes and strategic impact on the naval war in the Black Sea.
Apr 18, 2022
Troops on the war front in southeastern Ukraine engaged in heavy fighting amid Russian advances and Ukrainian defensive operations.

Russia – Ukraine war: the recent updates from the hot south-east

Explore the latest developments in Ukraine’s hot southeast: shifting frontlines, Russian regroupings, tactical moves near Kherson and Donbas, and ongoing clashes shaping the war’s trajectory.
Apr 18, 2022
They defend Mariupol - Q&A on Ukraine's Azov Battalion

They defend Mariupol – Q&A on Ukraine’s Azov Battalion

Honest answers to the most common questions about the Azov Special Operations Detachment in the West. The myth about Ukrainian fascism must die as soon as possible. Material was prepared by Vyacheslav Lykhachov, historian, political analyst, an Israeli originally from Russia…
Apr 9, 2022
Military map and command briefing boards showing Russia’s evolving strategy in eastern Ukraine as battlefield clarity rises amid conflict developments.

The fog of war began to gradually dissipate: Russia’s strategy in eastern Ukraine

With the fog of war lifting in eastern Ukraine, new evidence sheds light on Russia’s strategic objectives, battlefield shifts and what comes next on the frontline.
Apr 8, 2022

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