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Undersea warfare in the Baltic: Why is Russia destroying EU and NATO countries' critical infrastructure?

Unable to sway the countries supporting Ukraine, the Kremlin has resorted to hybrid tactics to disrupt energy links between EU members. If left unchecked, the incidents in the Baltic could occur in other seas as well.

"I miss his fried potatoes, and his laugh": five couples separated by Russian captivity

The marines who defended Mariupol have been in captivity for three years. Five wives and partners told Ukrainska Pravda what helps them as they wait for their loved ones.

"When a person in prison learns that others are speaking out publicly in their defense, it provides significant support": the story of Crimean Tatar journalist Nariman Dzhelyal

"My dad says 'Take me with you,' but he's our support service": the mother and daughter who serve together in the Khartiia Brigade

A mother and daughter serving together in the Khartiia Brigade of Ukraine's National Guard talk about their family history, everyday life in the army, and bringing up children free of gender stereotypes

Populists' winning edge: how the pandemic still shapes global politics and ways to counter it

The far right has benefited massively from discontent over how the pandemic was managed and how the previous government's decisions about vaccines amounted to "an undemocratic restriction on citizens' freedom."

Protection from Orbán: how Trump "suspended" the future of Russian assets and what the EU plans to do

The risk of returning of Russia's frozen assets seemed increasingly likely. Brussels had to urgently seek a safeguard against this scenario.

"Fico's lying again, but Slovakia isn't just Fico": an interview with Slovakia's opposition leader

Michal Šimečka: "Anti-Ukrainian sentiment is being fuelled by Russian propaganda. That’s why it’s essential to show people in Slovakia that Ukraine never intended to harm our country."

Why is it crucial for Ukraine to start preparing for EU membership now

Microwaves versus drones. How engineers are mastering electromagnetic weapons

The world is perfecting prototypes of microwave weapons to use them in combat. Will such weapons be useful in the Russo-Ukrainian war?

The Ukrainian army is engaging in fierce battles and retreating on key front lines. An explanation with maps

After speaking with frontline soldiers, Ukrainska Pravda highlights the most challenging areas and the risks and threats arising from the ongoing events in these areas.

Trump First. A tale of American exceptionalism, MAGA baseball caps, a TV show god, and the Grinch

No dialogue with Putin, Ukraine in NATO and plans for Trump. A major interview with foreign minister Andrii Sybiha

Andrii Sybiha: "For Ukraine, there is no substitute for NATO membership. And the ban on negotiations with Putin remains in force."

Fighting human trafficking on the Ukrainian border: an activist's testimony

Amid the chaos of war and migration, Nina Pakhomiuk leads Volyn Perspectives in the fight against human trafficking on Ukraine's western border. From rescuing victims to raising awareness, her efforts shine a light on a hidden crisis. Nina's mission is simple yet powerful: to restore dignity and hope to those who have endured unimaginable exploitation.

Enduring anti-corruption: what requirements will be at the centre of Ukraine's EU accession negotiations?

The European Commission has applied a specific approach to anti-corruption in its dealings with Ukraine. The EU is requiring Ukraine to integrate anti-corruption initiatives into all negotiating chapters.

Ambassador Herbst: "Russians believe Trump can impose peace on Ukraine in favour of Putin"

Poland's turn to lead: Tusk's challenge to Germany and the future of Ukraine in the EU

The history of Europe is being played out today in Central and Eastern Europe, as the war in Ukraine will largely determine the future of the continent and its integration...

A weapon entirely immune to jamming: How Ukraine is rolling out production of fibre-optic drones

The Ukrainian military once believed drones that communicate with their operators via fibre-optic links would not be necessary on the battlefield. However, that perspective has shifted with the advancement of electronic warfare technology, and now Ukraine is producing fibre-optic drones.

A Dictionary of Ukrainian Emotions. Kushtrim Hoxha: "Three Attempts to Improve Daily Life"

Three lessons from the war with Russia: why Europe needs a defense production act

While it is too early to draw all the relevant lessons from the ongoing war in Ukraine, some are readily apparent. Ignoring them will leave Europe vulnerable for years to come.

Kremlin’s hybrid strategy in Transnistria: Moldova’s crisis, Ukraine’s chance, and threat to EU integration

Putin guarantees one of Moldova's pro-Russian politicians the status of 'Savior of Transnistria'... It might result in halting Ukraine's progress towards EU accession...

Funds for reconstruction or war? What Ukraine must do to successfully confiscate Russian assets

The current Ukrainian government must address: what is the specific plan for utilizing Russian assets after their confiscation?

Do not appease evil: Ukrainian public figures appeal to world leaders

Sanctions strategy 2025: how the EU plans to intensify pressure on Russia

It's just time for the EU to stop trying to sit on two chairs and take some final sanctions steps.

More trouble ahead: as Russia enters 2025, how is the economy doing?

A thousand days of Ukrainian resistance during the full-scale war and Western sanctions have left their mark on Russia's economy: military spending is skyrocketing, and sanctions are imposing ever greater restrictions on international trade

A Dictionary of Ukrainian Emotions. Sharon Washington: "My Tara"

New year, new weapons: What does 2025 hold for the Ukrainian defence industry?

Ukrainian arms manufacturers have the potential to scale up production significantly. But what will it take to make this potential a reality?

Long-distance relationship: is Ukraine ready for remote voting?

So far, no one has asked Ukrainians in any detail about whether they are ready to recognise the legitimacy of remote voting and, if so, who should be entitled to vote remotely. Ukrainska Pravda turned to sociologists for help, and we can now present the results of a survey on this topic for the first time.

Peacekeepers in Ukraine and a tough stance on NATO: Zelenskyy's Brussels talks in detail

Ukraine's NATO accession remains on the table at Kyiv's insistence, but the media has shifted its attention to discussions about a potential peacekeeping mission in Ukraine...

Taras Chmut: We have chaos in the military command

In this new interview with Ukrainska Pravda, Taras Chmut, head of the Come Back Alive Foundation, explains why Russia is able to mount such active offensives. He assesses the threats to Ukrainian cities and talks about the fear military officers have of telling their superiors the truth. Chmut criticises NATO countries, warns of the dangers of a frozen conflict, and suggests that next year could see the start of negotiations to end the Russo-Ukrainian war.

Blinding the Russians' eyes in the skies: how the Ukrainian army mastered the art of downing Russian spy drones

Strength in courage: Ukrainska Pravda announces the winners of its annual awards

On 18 December, Ukrainska Pravda presented its annual awards for the fifth time, with some of the winners, sadly, being recognised posthumously. Here we introduce the recipients of this year's awards.

"Hell" for the Russians. How Ukraine was creating a super-drone and ended up with a cruise missile

Ukraine set out to narrow the gap with Russia in long-range weaponry by developing a next-level kamikaze drone. However, at one point, things took an unexpected turn and Ukraine ended up with a fully-fledged missile
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