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Portrait of a 19-year-old Ukrainian UGV operator in combat gear holding a drone used to evacuate a wounded comrade under fire.

In Her First Month of Service, She Evacuated a Wounded Comrade by Drone: The Story of a 19-Year-Old UGV Operator
In her first month of service, a 19-year-old Ukrainian UGV operator used a drone to evacuate a wounded comrade under fire — a fierce, inspiring story of bravery on the front lines.
Feb 12, 2026
Kyrylo Marsak in Olympic figure skating gear smiling on the ice at Milan-Cortina 2026, capturing pride, viral hopak atmosphere, and Ukraine energy. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}

It Is a Great Honor: Kyrylo Marsak on the Olympic Atmosphere, the Viral Hopak, and the Pride of Being Ukrainian
At Milan-Cortina 2026, 21-yr-old Kyrylo Marsak talks Olympic atmosphere, a viral hopak dance moment, training, resilience from Kherson, and what it means to skate for Ukraine. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
Feb 11, 2026
Oil tankers linked to Russia’s shadow fleet departing Baltic Sea ports, illustrating record crude exports despite Western sanctions.

The Myth of Fighting Russia’s “Shadow Fleet”: The Truth the EU Refuses to Face
New data shatters the myth of success against Russia’s shadow fleet: January 2026 saw record oil exports via sanctioned tankers as Europe still fears escalation. | empr.media
Feb 10, 2026
Parliamentary session in Kyiv discussing proposed marriage law changes that would let courts approve marriage from age 14 in rare circumstances.

Epstein’s Dream in the Verkhovna Rada: Why Does Ukraine Need to Legalize Marriage with 14-Year-Olds?
Ukrainian lawmakers triggered heated debate by proposing a new civil code that could, in exceptional situations like pregnancy, allow courts to approve marriage from age 14 — raising rights and child protection concerns.
Feb 5, 2026
Volunteers from Dnipro carrying evacuated pets through a war-torn frontline street under threat of drone and artillery strikes in Ukraine.

Saving Lives Under Drone, Artillery, and KAB Attacks: How Dnipro Animal Volunteers Evacuate Pets from Frontline Communities
Amid drone strikes, artillery barrages and KAB attacks, Dnipro animal volunteers are evacuating pets from frontline Ukrainian communities — risking life and limb to save innocent lives.
Feb 4, 2026
Commander Oleh “Hasan” Huyt with Rarog Brigade UAVs on the frontline after being awarded the Hero of Ukraine for drone warfare excellence.

What the “Raroh” Brigade and Its Commander Hasan Are Known For – Hasan Named Hero of Ukraine
The commander of Ukraine’s Rarog drone brigade, Oleh “Hasan” Huyt, was awarded the prestigious Hero of Ukraine title for leading elite UAV operations and battlefield impact in the war against Russia. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Feb 1, 2026
Citizens endure freezing blackout conditions amid energy attacks in Ukraine — winter survival, infrastructure crisis, and geopolitical pressure.

Energy Unrest: Why We Should Prepare for the Worst After February 1
With Russia’s temporary energy pause expiring Feb 1, Ukraine may confront brutal blackouts, political brinkmanship, and survival politics this winter — EMPR.media breaks down what’s next.
Jan 31, 2026
Volodymyr Kudrytskyi discusses energy missteps, shelters, and leadership decisions in Ukraine’s energy sector in a cold office interview.:contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Kudrytskyi: Yermak and Shurma Had a Wild Idea. Halushchenko Did Not Understand the Need for Shelters. Two Years Lost
Former Ukrenergo chief Kudrytskyi slams Yermak and Shurma’s “wild ideas” and Halushchenko’s dismissal of shelters, blaming bureaucratic blunders for wasted years in Ukraine’s energy strategy.:contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Jan 31, 2026
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reviews a speech draft alongside advisor Dmytro Lytvyn inside the Presidential Office in Kyiv.

Who Really Writes Zelensky’s Speeches — and Why It Should Alarm Ukraine
An in-depth look at the man accused of shaping Ukraine’s wartime messaging — from calls to dismantle the army to allegations of censorship and information isolation at the highest level.
Jan 30, 2026
Illustration showing Ukraine’s Flamingo cruise missile and disappearing company data linked to Fire Point defense firm scandal.

Ukraine’s “Fire Point” Missile Firm Vanishes From Records
Ukraine’s Fire Point stunned the world with its 3,000-km “Flamingo” missile — then vanished from public registries as corruption links, exemptions, and shadowy ties emerged. | EMPR
Jan 30, 2026
Editorial image reflects Ukrainian citizens’ resolve and frustration with leadership rhetoric amid war, symbolizing calls for real strategy and resilience.

Ukrainians Can’t Be Fooled Anymore
In a powerful analysis, the author argues Ukrainians are no longer swayed by PR peace pitches and weak leadership messaging — they want honest strategy and mobilization for real victory, not capitulation.
Jan 26, 2026
Darkened Kyiv skyline during winter outages contrasted with gas pipelines, symbolizing the cost of past energy decisions

€80 Million a Night — and the $12 Billion Ukraine Gave Away
Ukraine now spends €80 million a night defending itself. This opinion revisits the 2019 decision to drop $12B in claims against Gazprom — and asks what that choice really cost.
Jan 22, 2026

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