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USF commander Madyar speaking on Kasyanov’s Maidan protest with crowd and Kyiv Independence Square in the background. empr.media

Madyar on Kasyanov’s Maidan Protest: “Nothing Is Black and White”

Madyar says Kasyanov’s intent to protest on Maidan shows complexity in Ukraine’s internal debate — “Nothing is black and white,” and dialogue must prevail, he argues. empr.media
Oct 9, 2025
Ukrainian FP‑5 Flamingo long‑range cruise missile on launcher prepping for deep strike, illustrating advanced Ukraine strike capability

Beyond “Flamingo”: Ukraine’s Long-Range Missiles Now Hitting Targets Deep Inside Russia

Ukraine’s new “Flamingo” long‑range missiles and other strike systems now hit deep inside Russian territory, signaling a new phase in battlefield reach and strategic impact. empr.media
Oct 9, 2025
Strike drone operators and UAVs of Yuriy Kasyanov’s disbanded company, highlighting the debate over effectiveness and military politics.

Effectiveness of Yuriy Kasyanov’s Drone Unit and the Politics of Confirmation

Ukraine’s military splits over Yuriy Kasyanov’s drone company — critics cite zero confirmed hits and high costs, while he claims successful deep-strike results and political motives. EMPR
Oct 8, 2025
Ukrainian Hellfire strike and drone assault on Russian oil refinery, illustrating growing fuel shortages and rising prices in Russia’s energy sector.

Ukraine’s “Hellfire” Strike Deepens Russia’s Escalating Fuel Crisis

Ukraine’s Hellfire and deep-strike campaign is battering Russian oil infrastructure, causing gas shortages, export curbs, and spiking fuel prices across Russia’s sprawling economy.
Oct 7, 2025
Yuriy Kasyanov speaking in interview, accusing military leadership and private interests of war profiteering while drone unit was dissolved. EMPR.media

Yuriy Kasyanov: We Are Dying So That They Can Get Rich

Commanding Ukraine’s elite drone team, Kasyanov says corruption crippled his unit despite proven deep‑strike success and Kremlin hits — “we fight while others profit.” EMPR.media
Oct 6, 2025
Ukraine’s disbanded Kasyanov drone unit and political tension between Zelenskyy and chief aide Yermak over influence and defense leadership. EMPR.media

Disbanded Drone Unit Scandal Raises Questions About Zelenskyy’s Control and Yermak’s Influence

Disbandment of the “Kasyanov drone unit” sparks fierce debate about presidential control, top aide Yermak’s power, and whether innovation or politics drive Ukraine’s defense choices.
Oct 6, 2025
Commander Yuriy Kasyanov and drone unit personnel amid drone disbandment process, highlighting internal military conflict and power struggle. EMPR.media

Inside the Disbandment of Ukraine’s Most Effective Drone Unit — and the Power Struggle Behind It

Ukraine’s most effective drone unit is being dissolved amid deep command disputes, accusations of political sabotage and market monopolization — an inside look at battlefield politics. EMPR.media
Oct 6, 2025
Yuriy Kasyanov’s drone unit aircraft stored and maintained underground, showing UAV deep‑strike capabilities and frontline innovation. EMPR.media

Yuriy Kasyanov’s Drone Unit: Inside Ukraine’s Most Effective Aerial Force

Inside the elite drone unit once hailed as Ukraine’s most effective deep‑strike aerial force — an exclusive interview with Yuriy Kasyanov on its capabilities and looming disbandment.
Oct 4, 2025
Journalists protest restrictions on media freedom in Ukraine amid new laws that shield corrupt officials from scrutiny.

Freedom of Speech in Ukraine on Pause: New Laws Shield Corrupt Officials

New Ukrainian laws curb journalistic investigations and protect corrupt elites by restricting media access to official data — critics warn free speech is now effectively paused.
Oct 3, 2025
Ukrainian military uniform with insignia SBU

How Ukraine’s SBU Persecutes Independent Media During the War and Claims It Does Not

An EMPR investigation shows SBU agents questioning journalists, surveilling homes and opening secret cases — while Kyiv insists there’s no media persecution. EMPR.media
Oct 2, 2025
Map of Poland with security icons and blurred Russian military activity, illustrating warnings of potential Kremlin sabotage framed as Ukrainian attacks.

Kremlin’s Next Move: False-Flag Sabotage in Poland to Frame Ukraine

U.S. analysts warn Moscow could stage sabotage in Poland, frame Kyiv, and use it as pretext to erode support for Ukraine and escalate tensions with NATO allies.
Sep 30, 2025
Illustration of Russian influence networks and political corruption tactics echoing Georgia’s recent hybrid challenges as a warning for Ukraine.

“Russia’s ‘Georgian Scenario’ in Ukraine: Corruption, Kremlin Playbooks, and Political Capture

Russia’s “Georgian scenario” warns that Kremlin tactics of corruption, puppet elites and hybrid interference could be used to destabilize Ukraine and erode democratic resilience.
Sep 27, 2025

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