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Ukraine defense industry investigation examining law enforcement actions and arms manufacturers during wartime

Law Enforcement vs. Arms Manufacturers: Fighting Crime or Reshaping the Defense Market?

Law enforcement vs arms manufacturers explores whether criminal investigations, procurement oversight and regulatory changes are strengthening accountability or reshaping Ukraine's wartime defense industry. An EMPR.media investigation.
Jul 21, 2026
Zelenskyy, Syrskyi and Fedorov in the context of Ukraine's wartime leadership and personnel reshuffle analysis

Will Zelenskyy’s Next Reshuffle Change Ukraine’s Wartime Leadership?

Can a new personnel reshuffle reconcile Ukraine's military and technological leadership? EMPR.media analyzes the relationship between Syrskyi, Fedorov and Zelenskyy's wartime decision-making.
Jul 21, 2026
Ukraine government reshuffle illustrating wartime political leadership, governance reforms and institutional changes

Zelenskyy Reshuffles the Government: Svyrydenko’s Resignation, Koretskyi Joins the Cabinet, and Intrigue Surrounding Fedorov

Ukraine government reshuffle examined through political strategy, governance, wartime leadership and institutional reform. EMPR.media investigates what the changes could mean for Ukraine's future.
Jul 19, 2026
Poland and Ukraine flags overlapping with archival photos symbolizing historical memory and contemporary tensions in Polish-Ukrainian relations

Polish – Ukrainian relations: Why historical memory fuels tensions

Polish-Ukrainian relations: historical memory and the UPA naming controversy stoke political tensions, yet bilateral cooperation and shared security interests against Russia remain intact
Jun 22, 2026
Serhii Kryvonos speaking about Crimea, mobilization, and Russia’s war against Ukraine during televised interview

Serhii Kryvonos: Russia Wants Time to Prepare for Another War Against Ukraine

Serhii Kryvonos warns that Russia seeks time to rebuild military strength while Ukraine faces difficult battles around Kostiantynivka, Crimea, and mobilization reform.
Jun 16, 2026
Yevhen Maloletka discusses war photography, ethics, and documenting Ukraine’s history during Russia’s invasion

Yevhen Maloletka on Documenting Ukraine’s War and Preserving Historical Truth

Ukrainian photojournalist Yevhen Maloletka reflects on documenting war, preserving historical truth, ethical storytelling, and why photographs remain vital evidence for future generations.
Jun 12, 2026
Trump tells Zelenskyy Ukraine has no cards during Oval Office meeting at the White House

Ukraine Window of Opportunity: Why Washington May Turn Back to Kyiv

Ukraine Window of Opportunity is emerging as global priorities shift. Could a Ukrainian victory help redefine U.S. leadership and strengthen Western alliances?
May 30, 2026
Destruction in Ukraine symbolizing the collapse of the old global security system and modern warfare

Ukraine and the Collapse of the Old Security System: Humanity Has Entered a New Era of War

The Ukraine war exposed the collapse of the old global security system and revealed a new era of technological warfare, drones, cyber conflict, and permanent adaptation.
May 23, 2026
Grain storage and export operations linked to alleged Russian theft of Ukrainian grain during the war

Russia Accused of Stealing Up to 50M Tons of Ukrainian Grain

Russia has been accused of stealing up to 50 million tons of Ukrainian grain from occupied territories, escalating global food security concerns and economic losses for Ukraine.
May 20, 2026
Documents and procurement records tied to Ukrainian defense contracts and corruption allegations involving military suppliers

Ukraine Defense Contracts Shadowed by Corruption Claims

A businesswoman linked to Ukraine’s infamous “17-hryvnia eggs” scandal is now among the country’s largest military suppliers despite ongoing investigations.
May 17, 2026
Ukrainian military personnel during wartime operations amid the Yermak Blackout controversy

Andriy Yermak: Power, Influence, and Controversies Inside Ukraine’s Wartime Leadership

An in-depth EMPR analysis of Andriy Yermak’s influence on Ukraine’s wartime politics, diplomacy, internal power structures, and global perception.
May 14, 2026
Ukrainian military personnel during wartime operations amid the Yermak Blackout controversy

Inside The “Yermak Blackout”: Fear, Silence, And The Destruction Of A Military Unit

Inside the Yermak Blackout explores fear, silence, and the collapse of a Ukrainian military unit amid war pressure, political influence, and internal crisis.
May 13, 2026

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