Opinion

Why is Ukraine struggling to hold back advancing Russian forces? Investigative analysis reveals widening gaps in defense lines, troop shortages and command breakdowns on the frontline.

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

An EMPR investigation shows SBU agents questioning journalists, surveilling homes and opening secret cases — while Kyiv insists there’s no media persecution. EMPR.media

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.