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Analysis of Ukraine unique immunity to COVID-19 claim during early pandemic public discourse and global health uncertainty

Ukraine is unique country with unique immunity to COVID-19

An analysis of claims that Ukraine had “unique immunity” to COVID-19, examining early pandemic perceptions, data limitations, and public discourse during 2020.

Mar 14, 2020

Ukraine Parliament vote on Prosecutor General credibility impeachment reflecting political conflict and governance tensions in Kyiv

Why Ukraine Parliament impeach credibility of Prosecutor General?

Ukraine Parliament impeached credibility of the Prosecutor General in a major political vote, reflecting internal power struggles and institutional conflict in Kyiv.

Mar 7, 2020

Ukraine Crimea water policy geopolitical analysis of Dnipro canal and sovereignty debate over occupied Crimea territory

By giving water, Ukraine is also giving up Crimea

Analysis explores how Ukraine’s water policy toward Crimea is interpreted as a de facto concession, shaping geopolitical narratives, sovereignty claims, and regional tensions.

Mar 6, 2020

Vladislav Surkov, key Russian strategist, symbolizing Kremlin disinformation and hybrid warfare tactics against Ukraine.

Surkov remains Kremlin’s disinformation speaker on Ukrainian issues despite of resignation

Is Vladislav Surkov still pulling the strings? EMPR Analytics reveals why Surkov remains the Kremlin’s lead disinformation speaker on Ukraine, masterminding hybrid warfare even after his resignation.

Feb 26, 2020

Police searches Ukrainian Cyber Alliance

A blow to national defense? Police searches targeting the Ukrainian Cyber Alliance have sent shockwaves through the tech community. EMPR examines the controversial move against the activists protecting Ukraine's digital borders.

Feb 25, 2020

Illustration of clandestine Russian recruitment and hybrid warfare tactics used to mobilize civilians against Ukraine, reported by EMPR.

Russian militants’ agents recruit people outside the occupation area to the war with Ukraine

The Kremlin’s reach is expanding. EMPR Analytics exposes how Russian agents are recruiting people outside occupation areas to fight against Ukraine, revealing a dangerous new phase of hybrid mobilization.

Feb 24, 2020

Thermal or long-range visual of military reconnaissance activity in the Donetsk sector, illustrating Russian scouting reported by EMPR.

Russian Reconnaissance Scouts Donbas Frontline

Inside the gray zone: EMPR investigates how Russian troops have been scouting Ukrainian positions in the Donetsk sector. Explore the tactical maneuvers and intelligence-gathering methods used by Russian forces in the Donbas.

Feb 23, 2020

Illustration of Russian cyberattack targeting Iowa and Ukraine election systems

Iowa Election Attack Echoes Russia’s Ukraine Cyber Operations

The attack on Iowa’s election system mirrors Russia’s 2019 cyber operations against Ukraine, raising alarms about election security and hybrid warfare targeting democracies.

Feb 4, 2020

Illustration of online surveillance and deanonymization of internet users in Ukraine

Ukraine’s Cyber Police Wanted to Identify Anonymous Internet Readers — Critics Warned of Mass Surveillance

Ukrainian police proposals to deanonymize internet readers raised alarms among journalists and digital rights advocates over surveillance and online privacy.

Feb 1, 2020

Ukraine soldiers on frontline amid uncertainty over Trump and Western military support

How Much Longer Can Ukraine Resist Russia Without Trump?

How long can Ukraine resist Russia without Trump? An in-depth analysis of military aid, geopolitical risks, battlefield realities, and Western support dynamics from empr.media.

Jan 26, 2020

Freedom of speech in Ukraine will cost millions or 7 years in jail

An opinion analysis exploring concerns around freedom of speech in Ukraine, including potential fines and prison sentences under media and disinformation legislation frameworks.

Jan 22, 2020

Road infrastructure in southern Belarus prepared for transporting heavy military equipment near Ukraine

Belarus Prepares Southern Roads for Russian Military Equipment

Belarus is reportedly adapting southern transport routes for heavy military equipment, fueling concerns about Russian military logistics and regional security near Ukraine.