Nostr notes by Eugene McParland 🇺🇦

Oil reservoirs are on fire at yaroslavl-3 oil pumping station ...

2026-05-29T06:18:48Z

Oil reservoirs are on fire at yaroslavl-3 oil pumping station

Location: yaroslavl Oblast, russia 57.5772, 39.7471

Source: https://liveuamap.com/en/2026/29-may-05-oil-reservoirs-are-on-fire-at-yaroslavl3-oil-pumping

29 May 2026, Day 1,556 of the full scale invasion, yesterday: 267 ...

2026-05-29T05:58:25Z

29 May 2026, Day 1,556 of the full scale invasion, yesterday:

267 combat clashes, 86 air strikes, 7,881 kamikaze drones, 2,806 shelling attacks.

#Ukraine repelled 46 assaults in Pokrovsk, 32 in Huliaipole.

Enemy lost 960 troops, 1,750 UAVs.

Glory to Ukraine 🇺🇦

russia’s Land Bridge Becomes a Highway to Hell 🖊️ David ...

2026-05-28T20:15:12Z

russia’s Land Bridge Becomes a Highway to Hell

🖊️ David Kirichenko

The kremlin’s supply lines in occupied #Ukraine are being hammered, the result of Kyiv’s current superiority in drone technology.

https://cepa.org/article/russias-land-bridge-becomes-a-highway-to-hell/

Microsoft's ICC email blockade The first "digital red ...

2026-05-26T08:03:34Z

Microsoft's ICC email blockade

The first "digital red flag" for the European tech autonomy

https://leafplaza.leaflet.pub/3mmpk7no23s2f

President #Zelenskyy said Ukrainian long-range weapons had ...

2026-05-17T11:31:03Z

President #Zelenskyy said Ukrainian long-range weapons had reached the moscow region this time, adding:

💬 “We are clearly telling the russians that their state must end its war against #Ukraine.”

Source: https://liveuamap.com/en/2026/17-may-09-zelenskyy-said-ukrainian-longrange-weapons-had

russia has conducted one of the largest air attacks against ...

2026-05-14T12:13:24Z

russia has conducted one of the largest air attacks against #Ukraine since the full-scale war came right after the so-called “parade ceasefire.”

Source: MoD Ukraine

#Europe Day is a great moment to mark what we share – and we ...

2026-05-09T07:16:54Z

#Europe Day is a great moment to mark what we share – and we truly share so much.

Historically, culturally, and by its values, #Ukraine has always been part of Europe. This connection grows stronger every day through reforms, steady progress towards EU membership, and our common projects.

But above all, it is our shared aspiration for a European future that unites us.

Happy Europe Day

#EuropeDay2026 #ValuesWeShare

Red Bull is still doing business in russia - paying taxes into a ...

2026-05-06T18:32:39Z

Red Bull is still doing business in russia - paying taxes into a state budget where roughly half is spent on the military.

In 2022, the company pledged to pause marketing and new investments. Yet in 2024, Red Bull’s russian subsidiary reported a 39% surge in net sales.

Boycott Red Bull and support #Ukraine

1/2 President #Zelenskyy 💬 "An important step in relations ...

2026-05-06T12:58:12Z

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President #Zelenskyy

💬 "An important step in relations with Hungary: today, the funds and valuables belonging to Oschadbank that were seized by the Hungarian security services in March this year have been returned.

At that time, the Hungarian side unlawfully detained Ukrainian cash-in-transit staff We secured the release of the staff more quickly, and now both the funds and valuables are back on Ukrainian territory in full.

russian forces have violated the ceasefire announced by President ...

2026-05-06T06:43:19Z

russian forces have violated the ceasefire announced by President Volodymyr #Zelenskyy within the first minutes after it came into force at midnight on 6 May, launching attacks on #Ukraine with drones and guided aerial bombs.

https://www.pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2026/05/06/8033341/

#EU hits back at 'unacceptable' Donald Trump over plans ...

2026-05-01T20:06:27Z

#EU hits back at 'unacceptable' Donald Trump over plans to increase tariffs

Bernd Lange, said the move showed the US was "unreliable".

Mr Lange said: "This latest move demonstrates just how unreliable the US side is.

"We have already witnessed these arbitrary attacks from the US in the case of Greenland; this is no way to treat close partners.

"Now we can only respond with the utmost clarity and firmness, drawing on the strength of our position."

https://news.sky.com/story/eu-hits-back-at-unacceptable-donald-trump-over-plans-to-increase-tariffs-13539002

The Théâtre des Champs-Élysées announced an upcoming ...

2026-04-30T17:43:49Z

The Théâtre des Champs-Élysées announced an upcoming performance by the russian opera singer and putin's personal friend anna netrebko.

Despite her known support for putin and russia's war of aggression against #Ukraine, she is scheduled to perform on June 18, 2026. Every ticket purchased for a russian artist like netrebko is an investment in aggression.

Please, don't.

russia should not be given a cultural stage to whitewash its war crimes.

United 24 Media / Instagram

As a Ukrainian journalist, I've covered the US for 20 years. ...

2026-04-30T05:51:57Z

As a Ukrainian journalist, I've covered the US for 20 years. I find it increasingly shocking

🖊️ Nataliya Gumenyuk

My country has been under occupation, dogged by corruption and war. Yet even I've been bewildered by the way the US seems to be fracturing

https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/apr/30/as-a-ukrainian-journalist-ive-covered-the-us-for-20-years-i-find-it-increasingly-shocking

President #Zelenskyy 💬 "In any normal country, the ...

2026-04-28T11:35:18Z

President #Zelenskyy

💬 "In any normal country, the purchase of stolen goods is an act that entails legal liability. This applies, in particular, to the grain stolen by russia. Another vessel carrying such grain has arrived at an Israeli port and is preparing to unload. This is not, and cannot be, simply a matter of business.

The Israeli authorities cannot be unaware of which ships and what cargo are arriving at the country’s ports."

#Ukraine summons Israeli ambassador — for second russian ...

2026-04-27T20:00:25Z

#Ukraine summons Israeli ambassador — for second russian stolen-grain vessel to reach Haifa

🖊️ Olena Mukhina

russia loots Ukrainian grain and then loads in onto ships. #Israel unloads it at port and calls it trade.

https://euromaidanpress.com/2026/04/27/ukraine-summons-israeli-ambassador-for-second-russian-stolen-grain-vessel-to-reach-haifa/

3/4 Regardless of russia’s ambitions, one thing is clear: ...

2026-04-23T19:35:34Z

In reply to nevent1q…llru
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Regardless of russia’s ambitions, one thing is clear: Europe, together with #Ukraine, will be able to defend itself.

2/4 to move towards membership of the European Union. In this ...

2026-04-23T19:35:24Z

In reply to nevent1q…jgh4
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2/4

to move towards membership of the European Union. In this war, we are defending not only ourselves, but also you and the European way of life

1/4 President #Zelenskyy 💬 "I would like to address the ...

2026-04-23T19:35:13Z

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President #Zelenskyy

💬 "I would like to address the participants of this meeting of the Heads of State and Government of the European Union. Thank you to all of you who understand how important it is for us

#Ukraine urges global use of 'Chornobyl' over ...

2026-04-22T18:47:52Z

#Ukraine urges global use of 'Chornobyl' over 'Chernobyl' to respect its language, sovereignty, and decolonize place names, as with 'Kyiv' over 'Kiev'.

Spelling Matters.
#ChornobylNotChernobyl

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine.

A photo from Odesa captures a cat perched in a window shattered ...

2026-04-18T15:53:40Z

A photo from Odesa captures a cat perched in a window shattered by a russian attack

Instead of fear, the cat shows a quiet confidence, gazing out at the new day. It is a perfect reflection of the Ukrainian people, who stand brave and unbowed after every act of russian terror

Source: United24 Media

5,000 Ukrainian patients evacuated via EU Civil Protection ...

2026-04-16T19:51:11Z

5,000 Ukrainian patients evacuated via EU Civil Protection Mechanism - largest ever EU medical operation.

21 #EU countries + Norway involved.

#StandWithUkraine

russia launched 44 missiles & 659 drones at #Ukraine; 667 ...

2026-04-16T13:05:57Z

russia launched 44 missiles & 659 drones at #Ukraine; 667 were downed.

Homes hit, 100+ injured, a 12-year-old killed.

Escalation continues - no normalization.

Urgent: boost air defense, save lives.

Savagely tortured, then sentenced by the russians to 13 years for ...

2026-04-15T12:36:20Z

Savagely tortured, then sentenced by the russians to 13 years for letters to her Ukrainian defender son

There is something especially monstrous about fabricating charges against a mother because of her letters to her son, defending #Ukraine

https://khpg.org/en/1608815673

A ‘boarding pass’ to moscow. That is how some young citizens ...

2026-04-12T11:29:38Z

A ‘boarding pass’ to moscow. That is how some young citizens greeted Viktor Orbán at the polling station today—on a day marked by record turnout that bodes well.

When leaders stray from European values, people respond. Clearly, peacefully, and creatively. Europe is not just about institutions: it is about citizens who take action and defend democracy.

Source: European Democratic Party

Cerdia, a Basel-based cellulose acetate manufacturer, has sold ...

2026-04-12T05:04:45Z

Cerdia, a Basel-based cellulose acetate manufacturer, has sold $7.3M worth of cellulose acetate to russia between 2022 and 2025

While marketed for cigarette filters, cellulose acetate is also used in gunpowder and rocket fuel.

One of Cerdia’s russian recipients cooperates with perm Gunpowder Plant, a sanctioned producer of components for the Grad, Smerch, Buk, S-300, Tochka-U, etc. Cerdia products reportedly were used in rockets and aerial bombs.

https://trap.org.ua/en/publications/civilian-raw-materials-for-military-purposes-swiss-company-still-operating-in-russia/

First official ceasefire agreed after #Zelenskyy push succeeds ...

2026-04-10T03:15:05Z

First official ceasefire agreed after #Zelenskyy push succeeds

🖊️ Warren Murray

putin paints Easter pause in fighting as russia’s idea, but Ukraine’s president made repeated offers.

https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/apr/10/ukraine-war-briefing-first-official-ceasefire-agreed-after-zelenskyy-push-succeeds

#Europe fears getting stuck with the bill after Trump's Iran ...

2026-04-08T19:49:07Z

#Europe fears getting stuck with the bill after Trump's Iran deal

🖊️ Nicholas Vinocur

From #Gaza to #Ukraine and the Strait of Hormuz, Donald #Trump has a habit of leaving Europe to pick up the pieces.

https://www.politico.eu/article/europe-donald-trump-iran-deal-costs-strait-of-hormuz

Ukraine seeks global support to counter russia’s escalation and ...

2026-04-01T09:13:41Z

In reply to nevent1q…93f2
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Ukraine seeks global support to counter russia’s escalation and sanctions evasion, emphasizing russia’s global threat and disregard for peace."

President #Zelenskyy "Overnight, russia launched 339 drones ...

2026-04-01T09:13:24Z

President #Zelenskyy

"Overnight, russia launched 339 drones (200+ Shaheds) at #Ukraine, hitting Lutsk’s civilian sites - food warehouses, a Nova Poshta terminal, and a residential building. Attacks also struck Dnipropetrovsk, Zhytomyr, Poltava, Odesa, Kharkiv, and Khmelnytskyi.

#Ukraine proposed #Easter and energy infrastructure ceasefires; russia responded with strikes.

1/3 President #Zelenskyy 💬 "When the whole world learned ...

2026-03-31T11:42:03Z

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President #Zelenskyy

💬 "When the whole world learned about #Bucha. About the Ukrainians brutally murdered on the streets of Bucha by russian occupiers. About our people tortured in basements. About those shot on the roads. About the adults and children whose bodies were found in mass graves in Bucha.

russia causes humanitarian disaster in occupied Oleshky while ...

2026-03-31T06:20:39Z

russia causes humanitarian disaster in occupied Oleshky while blocking any escape

Locals suspect that they are not being allowed out of Oleshky deliberately as the russians need them there as human shields while carrying out systematic attacks on #Kherson from the city.

https://khpg.org/en/1608815639

russian billionaire oleg deripaska has proposed that citizens ...

2026-03-30T15:35:33Z

russian billionaire oleg deripaska has proposed that citizens adopt a 12-hour, six-day work week to accelerate the country’s economic transformation, The moscow Times reported on March 30, 2026.

Writing on his social media channels, the industrial tycoon argued that russia’s resources are limited and that the only way to navigate the current global crisis is through a radical increase in labour.

https://united24media.com/latest-news/russian-billionaire-deripaska-proposes-12-hour-workday-to-save-economy-17412

A German buyer spotted russian companies pretending to be ...

2026-03-29T15:49:24Z

A German buyer spotted russian companies pretending to be Ukrainian to sell their products in Europe.

United 24 Media / Instagram

#Ukraine isn’t just burning russia’s oil — it’s going ...

2026-03-29T07:07:19Z

#Ukraine isn’t just burning russia’s oil — it’s going after two refineries that keep russian tanks moving and bombers flying

🖊️ Mykhailo Honchar

Energy analyst Mykhailo Honchar writes for EP that KINEF and YANOS are russia’s leading producers of specialized military oils and greases without which armored vehicles, helicopters, and missile systems cannot function.

https://euromaidanpress.com/2026/03/29/ukraine-isnt-just-burning-russias-oil-its-going-after-two-refineries-that-keep-russian-tanks-moving-and-bombers-flying/

Orban's Hungarian government accused of mass voter ...

2026-03-26T21:37:07Z

Orban's Hungarian government accused of mass voter intimidation ahead of election

🖊️ Nick Thorpe

The Price of the Vote documentary film, which aired on Thursday evening at a Budapest cinema and on YouTube, presents the results of a six-month investigation by independent filmmakers and reporters.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c36r0068xp2o

Like putin, #Trump is a megalomaniac. In Europe, we can shield ...

2026-03-25T07:20:09Z

Like putin, #Trump is a megalomaniac. In Europe, we can shield ourselves, not look for rational motives

🖊️ Robert Habeck

I had to deal with energy shock in Germany after putin invaded #Ukraine. The solution now is the same: buy ourselves out of the fossil fuels trap

https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/mar/25/like-putin-trump-is-a-megalomaniac-in-europe-we-can-shield-ourselves-not-look-for-rational-motives

In the occupied Alushta, #Crimea, russians have demolished the ...

2026-03-23T20:08:42Z

In the occupied Alushta, #Crimea, russians have demolished the city’s iconic white rotunda — a seafront landmark built in the 1950s as a symbol of post-war recovery and recognized as a cultural heritage site. It was once promised restoration. Instead, it was erased.

Occupation is not just about control. It is also a quiet erasure of memory, identity, and culture.

Ukraine / Instagram

European Commission wants #Hungary to 'clarify' claims it ...

2026-03-23T13:07:54Z

European Commission wants #Hungary to 'clarify' claims it shared info with russia

🖊️ Sebastian Starcevic

Reports of Hungary updating the kremlin are "greatly concerning," European Commission spokesperson says.

https://www.politico.eu/article/european-commission-calls-for-clarifications-about-report-hungary-shared-info-with-russia

2/3 This is a great loss for Ukrainians. He was a strong figure ...

2026-03-20T13:29:57Z

In reply to nevent1q…sqyf
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This is a great loss for Ukrainians. He was a strong figure and one of the staunchest defenders of the Ukrainian Church, independence and statehood.

The Ukrainian people will always honour his contribution to the development of the local church.

1/3 President #Zelenskyy 💬 "I spoke with Metropolitan ...

2026-03-20T13:29:42Z

1/3

President #Zelenskyy

💬 "I spoke with Metropolitan Epifaniy. My condolences go to him and to all Orthodox Christians – Patriarch Filaret’s earthly journey has come to an end.

Polish court allows extradition of russian archaeologist to ...

2026-03-19T02:04:42Z

Polish court allows extradition of russian archaeologist to #Ukraine over crimes in occupied #Crimea

While there is a long way to go, this is a hugely important precedent, one that will hopefully be noted by those involved in work on occupied territory for the aggressor state

https://khpg.org/en/1608815614

#EU hands #Ukraine and Moldova next steps toward membership ...

2026-03-17T13:28:33Z

#EU hands #Ukraine and Moldova next steps toward membership despite Orbán block

🖊️ Milena Wälde

Kyiv and Chişinău can start the technical work needed to advance their EU bids.

https://www.politico.eu/article/eu-ukraine-moldova-accession-viktor-orban

russia’s 2014 illegal “referendum” in #Crimea, held under ...

2026-03-16T16:50:02Z

russia’s 2014 illegal “referendum” in #Crimea, held under military occupation, led to its attempted annexation - a blatant violation of Ukraine’s sovereignty and international law. The occupation has brought repression, human rights abuses, and persecution, especially targeting Crimean Tatars.

#Ukraine rejects the occupation, demands the release of political prisoners, and vows to restore control through diplomatic and legal means.

President #Zelenskyy 💬 "Thanks to you, Sean, we know what ...

2026-03-16T15:20:50Z

President #Zelenskyy

💬 "Thanks to you, Sean, we know what a true friend of #Ukraine is.
You have stood by Ukraine from the very first day of the full-scale war.
And you still do today.
And we know that you will continue to stand by our country and our people."

Today, We Honour an Important Day – The Day of Those Who Do Not ...

2026-03-14T19:23:57Z

Today, We Honour an Important Day – The Day of Those Who Do Not Stand Aside – President #Zelenskyy During the Awarding of Ukrainian Volunteers

Read more here 📎

https://www.president.gov.ua/en/news/sogodni-mi-vidznachayemo-vazhlivij-den-den-tih-lyudej-yaki-n-103365

Every morning at: 9 AM Kyiv (EEST) 7 AM London (GMT) 8 AM ...

2026-03-14T06:59:13Z

Every morning at:
9 AM Kyiv (EEST)
7 AM London (GMT)
8 AM Berlin/Paris (CET)
2 AM New York (EST)

#Ukraine pauses.

Will you join us in a minute of silence to honour the fallen heroes who gave everything for freedom?

Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Stand with Ukraine🕯️

📽️fahedblan / Insta

1/4 President #Zelenskyy 💬 "I am grateful for all the ...

2026-03-13T13:29:36Z

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President #Zelenskyy

💬 "I am grateful for all the support #France has given to #Ukraine, and for Emmanuel’s personal support. Today, we spoke with Emmanuel primarily about security: both our security – that of Ukraine and Europe – and global security,

The Financial Times reports that russia is earning as much as ...

2026-03-12T22:30:45Z

The Financial Times reports that russia is earning as much as $150m a day in additional revenue from oil sales, making putin the "biggest winner" from the Middle East conflict.

Dmytro Kanupier, a Ukrainian ex-POW, endured 2.5 years in russian ...

2026-03-12T18:35:59Z

Dmytro Kanupier, a Ukrainian ex-POW, endured 2.5 years in russian captivity, forced to sing the russian anthem daily under threat of abuse.

Research shows 60% of detainees faced similar coercion, with 95% tortured.

Now, the same anthem plays at the 2026 Paralympics for russian winners - a painful reminder of war and humiliation for Ukrainians.

Sport should uphold dignity, not normalize aggression.

The European Commission has received a letter from the National ...

2026-03-11T13:34:30Z

The European Commission has received a letter from the National Bank of #Ukraine (NBU) requesting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the detention of Ukrainian cash collectors in #Hungary and the seizure of funds and valuables.

https://en.interfax.com.ua/news/general/1150823.html

In 3 days, 800 Patriot missiles were used in the Middle East, ...

2026-03-11T06:09:51Z

In 3 days, 800 Patriot missiles were used in the Middle East, Ukraine got 600 in 4 years.

Facing russia-Iran-North Korea’s "Axis of Evil," Ukraine urges the free world to shift from managing threats to defeating them.

Source: Ministry of Defense of Ukraine

Kyiv’s central square, Maidan, has turned into a field of flags ...

2026-03-10T13:27:22Z

Kyiv’s central square, Maidan, has turned into a field of flags — each one symbolizing a fallen Ukrainian defender who died protecting #Ukraine and Europe from russia.

More appear there every single day. 💔

Victory and justice for Ukraine 🇺🇦

The European Parliament handed out the European Order of Merit, ...

2026-03-10T13:19:05Z

The European Parliament handed out the European Order of Merit, for the first time this year to recognize people who have contributed to #EU values

President Volodymyr #Zelenskyy of #Ukraine, former German Chancellor Angela Merkel and former Polish President Lech Wałęsa received the top distinction.

https://www.politico.eu/article/vlodymyr-zelenskyy-angela-merkel-and-lech-walesa-bono-get-top-eu-prize

'Sounds familiar': how the US-Israeli war in Iran ...

2026-03-10T07:27:02Z

'Sounds familiar': how the US-Israeli war in Iran parallels russia's invasion of #Ukraine

🖊️ Pjotr Sauer

Both campaigns have been framed differently at different times, with dubious claims of defensive action and a curious reluctance to label it war

https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/10/how-the-us-israeli-war-in-iran-parallels-russia-invasion-of-ukraine

Why vladimir putin is the biggest winner from the war in Iran ...

2026-03-09T19:42:38Z

Why vladimir putin is the biggest winner from the war in Iran

🖊️ Eva Hartog

U.S.-Israeli strikes in the Middle East have driven up the price of oil, strengthening the kremlin's ability to fund its military campaign.

https://www.politico.eu/article/why-vladimir-putin-is-the-biggest-winner-from-the-war-in-iran

A russian petrochemical manufacturer with close military ties ...

2026-03-03T17:42:54Z

A russian petrochemical manufacturer with close military ties continues to operate in #Latvia and #Germany, using entities and individuals sanctioned by #Ukraine to funnel motor oil additives, lubricants, and glycerin into russia

Read more here 📎
https://kyivindependent.com/investigation-european-companies-keep-the-motors-of-russias-war-machine-running/

The IPC banned Ukraine's #Paralympic team from wearing their ...

2026-03-03T06:45:47Z

The IPC banned Ukraine's #Paralympic team from wearing their ceremonial uniform featuring a map of #Ukraine within its internationally recognized borders, calling it "political." Ukraine will send 35 athletes to the Milan Winter Paralympics (March 5–16)

🖊️ Sonya Bandouil

https://kyivindependent.com/ipc-bars-ukrainian-team-from-wearing-uniform-with-map-of-ukraine-at-winter-paralympics/

1/3 Statement by Andrii Sybiha, Minister of Foreign Affairs of ...

2026-03-01T13:54:34Z

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Statement by Andrii Sybiha, Minister of Foreign Affairs of #Ukraine:

💬 "Assad, Maduro, and now Khamenei. putin has lost three of his closest pals in little more than a year. He has also not helped any of them.

This dynamic proves three things.

February 26 marks Ukraine’s Day of Resistance to the Occupation ...

2026-02-26T16:26:12Z

February 26 marks Ukraine’s Day of Resistance to the Occupation of #Crimea and Sevastopol, commemorating the 2014 pro-Ukraine protests against russia’s invasion.

Since then, russia has silenced dissent through arrests, targeting activists, journalists, and even social media users. #Ukraine honours those who resisted - and still resist - while documenting abuses and seeking international support for political prisoners.

#CrimeaIsUkraine

#Hungary blocks #EU sanctions AND $106 billion loan for #Ukraine, ...

2026-02-23T17:19:04Z

#Hungary blocks #EU sanctions AND $106 billion loan for #Ukraine, risking a domino collapse

🖊️ Peeter Helme

Budapest broke its December pledge. Now, an $8.2 billion IMF program could be lost with the loan, and Ukraine’s budget runs dry by April.

https://euromaidanpress.com/2026/02/23/hungary-blocks-eu-loan-sanctions-ukraine-imf-domino/

Steve Rosenberg, BBC reports from russia: Four years into the ...

2026-02-23T08:48:17Z

Steve Rosenberg, BBC reports from russia: Four years into the #Ukraine war, economic strain and high casualties are evident.

Locals face rising prices, taxes, and shelters due to drone attacks, while recruitment posters and war memorials dominate daily life.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4gj20xzw39o

Ukraine's Anhelina Brykina honoured her fallen father on the ...

2026-02-18T13:55:23Z

Ukraine's Anhelina Brykina honoured her fallen father on the Olympic stage.

After a risky jump, she revealed “Glory to the Armed Forces of Ukraine” on her skis, paying tribute to Pavlo Brykin, killed defending #Ukraine in 2022.

Source: United 24 Media

A cry of pain from every player’: the new reality of ...

2026-02-18T13:40:33Z

A cry of pain from every player’: the new reality of Ukraine’s musicians

🖊️ Tom Service

As the war enters its fifth terrible year, Ukrainian musicians continue to fight for freedom with music-making that is urgent and vital

https://www.theguardian.com/music/2026/feb/18/a-cry-of-pain-from-every-player-the-new-reality-of-ukraines-musicians

For animals, the sounds of war are confusing, disorienting, and ...

2026-02-17T13:17:44Z

For animals, the sounds of war are confusing, disorienting, and above all - terrifying. They cannot understand what is happening; they only feel fear and uncertainty.

Thankfully, compassionate people comfort these dogs during and after attacks, helping them feel safe again.

Where russia seeks to sow terror and chaos, Ukrainians respond with humanity and care.

United 24 Media / Instagram

Katia Diachenko was eleven. A young gymnast from Mariupol, killed ...

2026-02-15T18:51:20Z

Katia Diachenko was eleven. A young gymnast from Mariupol, killed by russia’s invasion. Her name appeared on a tribute helmet worn by Ukrainian skeleton athlete Vladyslav Heraskevych. For that helmet, he was disqualified — deemed a “political demonstration” under IOC rules.

When remembering a murdered child becomes sanctionable, neutrality stops being balance and starts looking like moral failure.

💬 "Remembrance is not a violation." #Ukraine President ...

2026-02-14T02:21:53Z

💬 "Remembrance is not a violation."

#Ukraine President #Zelenskyy honoured skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych with the Order of Freedom, praising Ukrainians’ resilience and remembering athletes lost to russian aggression, declaring

'Glory to Ukraine' 🇺🇦

1/2 President #Zelenskyy "Memory is not a violation. I met ...

2026-02-14T01:50:09Z

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President #Zelenskyy

"Memory is not a violation.

I met with Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladislav Heraskevich, member of the Ukrainian national Olympic team, and his father, Mykhailo Heraskevich, coach of the Ukrainian skeleton team. I presented Vladislav with the Order of Freedom.

#Ukraine will have champions and Olympians. But the most important thing Ukraine has is Ukrainians.

🇺🇦🇱🇻 Ukraine’s and Latvia’s luge relay team held ...

2026-02-13T13:53:52Z

🇺🇦🇱🇻 Ukraine’s and Latvia’s luge relay team held up their helmets to honour the courage of Ukraine’s skeleton athlete Vladyslav Heraskevych. The International Olympic Committee made a shameful decision by disqualifying him after he planned to wear a helmet memorialising athletes killed by russia’s war.

The coach of the Latvian team has also filed an appeal against the IOC’s decision. Thank you for solidarity!

Remembrance is an act of dignity.

IOC's "neutral athlete" policy exposed: russian ...

2026-02-13T01:47:14Z

IOC's "neutral athlete" policy exposed: russian athletes with pro-war ties still competing.

Once again, the Olympic committee prioritises participation over principles.

BBC Sport has verified the following evidence relating to four individuals cleared to compete as neutrals: 📎 https://www.bbc.com/sport/articles/cd0yme0pgldo

1/3 The International Olympic Committee (IOC) disqualified ...

2026-02-12T09:27:20Z

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The International Olympic Committee (IOC) disqualified Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych before his first run at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy for wearing a 'helmet of memory' honouring Ukrainian athletes killed by russia's full-scale war.

President #Zelenskyy 💬 "Overnight, russia launched 219 ...

2026-02-12T09:03:28Z

President #Zelenskyy

💬 "Overnight, russia launched 219 drones and 25 missiles at #Ukraine, targeting energy sites in Kyiv, Odesa, and Dnipro.

Two died, over ten injured. Damage spans Kharkiv, Donetsk, Kyiv, and Kherson. Kramatorsk’s emergency building was hit.

Kyiv faces heating outages.

Urgent need for more Patriots and faster air defense aid. Gratitude to supporting nations."

Ukrainian skeleton athlete ready to be disqualified over ...

2026-02-11T20:52:36Z

Ukrainian skeleton athlete ready to be disqualified over 'helmet of memory'

✍️ Sean Ingle in Milan

IOC has told Vladyslav Heraskevych he will be banned

'I will not betray these athletes, says Ukrainian

https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/feb/11/ukrainian-skeleton-athlete-helmet-protest-winter-olympics-ban

Soldiers from Ukraine’s Special Operations Forces have joined ...

2026-02-11T12:44:52Z

Soldiers from Ukraine’s Special Operations Forces have joined Olena Smaha’s protest.

Smaha displayed her support for fellow 🇺🇦 athlete Vladyslav Heraskevych, who competed wearing a helmet with portraits of Ukrainians killed by russia’s aggression — a helmet that was subsequently banned by the IOC.

Source: United 24 Media

🕊️ Honour the Angels of Sport 🇺🇦 — Ukrainian ...

2026-02-11T04:09:58Z

🕊️ Honour the Angels of Sport 🇺🇦 — Ukrainian athletes who gave their lives in the war.

Their passion, courage, and dreams will never be forgotten.

To date, over 600 stories of athletes and coaches have been collected — from Olympic and world champions to young talents whose journeys were tragically cut short by russians

https://yangoly-sportu.teamukraine.com.ua/en/

#Ukraine Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha urges an EU-wide entry ...

2026-02-10T20:16:05Z

#Ukraine Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha urges an EU-wide entry ban for russians involved in Ukraine’s aggression, citing long-term security and protection for #EU citizens.

Estonia’s national measures prove the approach works, and Sybiha calls for EU-wide adoption.

A touching tribute 👏 Victory and justice for #Ukraine ...

2026-02-09T19:36:36Z

A touching tribute 👏

Victory and justice for #Ukraine

It's not just "putin's War", it is ...

2026-02-07T17:28:41Z

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It's not just "putin's War", it is "russia's War"

This will leave a stain on russian society and politics that will remain long after putin is gone.

russians must confront their collective responsibility in russia's war in #Ukraine.

The 2026 Winter Olympics are underway—but “neutral” ...

2026-02-07T17:27:08Z

The 2026 Winter Olympics are underway—but “neutral” russians aren’t so neutral.

Though russia and Belarus are banned, the ICC cleared 13 russians to compete, despite documented ties to the military and open support for the war.

Source: United 24 Media

1/5 President #Zelenskyy 💬 "There was a report from the ...

2026-02-07T14:35:44Z

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President #Zelenskyy

💬 "There was a report from the negotiating team after meetings with the American and russian sides. The team provided detailed information on how the talks progressed and what specifically caused the most emotion and the most constructive response.

Another big attack overnight on #Ukraine. ...

2026-02-07T08:09:21Z

Another big attack overnight on #Ukraine.

russia spends annual city budget on single day of attacks against ...

2026-02-05T16:40:03Z

russia spends annual city budget on single day of attacks against #Ukraine.

Source: United 24 Media

President #Zelenskyy 💬 " I have awarded servicemen of the ...

2026-02-05T15:41:07Z

President #Zelenskyy

💬 " I have awarded servicemen of the State Special Transport Service with state awards – Orders of Courage II and III degrees, Order of Princess Olga III degree and Order of Danylo Halytskyi – on the occasion of their professional day.

russia intensified strikes on Ukraine’s energy grid as ...

2026-02-03T14:18:02Z

russia intensified strikes on Ukraine’s energy grid as temperatures hit –25°C, launching 521 drones/missiles - 450 drones, 71 missiles - causing widespread blackouts in Kyiv, Kharkiv, Dnipro, and Odesa.

#Ukraine urges stronger air defense and global pressure to halt russia’s "energy terror."

russian forces called conducted the biggest attack against ...

2026-02-03T06:49:26Z

russian forces called conducted the biggest attack against #Ukraine in this year.

Preliminarily, about 350-500 drones were deployed as well as about 65 missiles.

Source: United 24 Media

russia has fallen significantly behind in the global race for ...

2026-01-31T16:55:59Z

russia has fallen significantly behind in the global race for artificial intelligence, largely due to putin’s personal aversion to modern technology, according to The Times on January 31.

As reported by The Times, putin governs the country using encrypted landline telephones and printed briefings, avoiding the internet and smartphones entirely.

https://united24media.com/latest-news/putins-tech-paranoia-is-dragging-russia-into-the-past-15526

90-year-old #Holocaust survivor Yevgeniya Bezfamilnaya died in ...

2026-01-30T05:56:02Z

90-year-old #Holocaust survivor Yevgeniya Bezfamilnaya died in #Kyiv due to harsh conditions caused by russian attacks - no heat, water, or electricity during -24°C.

Officially heart failure, but her death is linked to relentless strikes on civilian infrastructure.

May her memory be blessed 🕯️

Source: Chief rabbi of Ukraine

'War Came To My Home': RFE/RL Correspondent's ...

2026-01-28T13:04:42Z

'War Came To My Home': RFE/RL Correspondent's Apartment Hit In russian Strike

✍️ Maryan Kushnir, RFE/RL's Ukrainian Service and Current Time

https://www.rferl.org/a/rferl-correspondent-rescues-child-after-shahed-drone-strike-near-kyiv/33662291.html

#France to ban officials from #US video tools including Zoom, ...

2026-01-27T20:55:55Z

#France to ban officials from #US video tools including Zoom, Teams

✍️ Émile Marzolf

The government wants staff to shun Silicon Valley and shift to its home-grown Visio platform instead.

https://www.politico.eu/article/france-ban-officials-us-video-tools-zoom-teams-visio

#Ukraine Starts Restoring Engines from russian Shaheds for Its ...

2026-01-25T02:39:49Z

#Ukraine Starts Restoring Engines from russian Shaheds for Its Own Drones

✍️ Taras Safronov

The Zampotech Charitable Foundation reports that it takes about two weeks and several donor engines to restore one engine.

The Shahed uses a Chinese MD550 engine, which costs between $12,000 and $17,000.

https://share.google/b2AXCcQpFgaxzpH1i

Are you concerned about your privacy and the power abuse by ...

2026-01-24T22:07:43Z

Are you concerned about your privacy and the power abuse by American tech companies?

This website helps you switch to European and open-source alternatives.

https://switch-to.eu/en/

The Council of Europe and the European Union have signed an ...

2026-01-24T16:37:34Z

The Council of Europe and the European Union have signed an agreement on the financing of an advance team to establish the Special Tribunal for the Crime of Aggression against #Ukraine, within the framework of the Council of Europe.

Read more here 📎

https://www.coe.int/en/web/portal/-/special-tribunal-for-the-crime-of-aggression-against-ukraine-council-of-europe-european-union-agree-to-set-up-advance-team

3/8 On the American side were Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner, Dan ...

2026-01-24T14:08:31Z

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On the American side were Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner, Dan Driscoll, Alex Grinkevich, and Josh Grunbaum. On the russian side were representatives of military intelligence and their army.

2/8 The negotiations were attended by military representatives ...

2026-01-24T14:08:21Z

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The negotiations were attended by military representatives from all three sides. On our side, there were Rustem Umerov, Kirill Budanov, Andriy Gnativ, David Arakhamia, Serhiy Kyslytsya, and Vadym Skibitsky.

1/8 President #Zelenskyy 💬 "Our delegation reported that ...

2026-01-24T14:08:11Z

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President #Zelenskyy

💬 "Our delegation reported that the meetings in the Emirates had concluded. This was the first such format in quite a long time – two-day trilateral meetings. We managed to discuss a lot, and it is important that the talks were constructive.

#Ukraine repelled a massive 21-hour attack (18:00 23 Jan-09:00 24 ...

2026-01-24T08:26:31Z

#Ukraine repelled a massive 21-hour attack (18:00 23 Jan-09:00 24 Jan) russia launched 2 hypersonic missiles 3m22 Tsyrkon, 12 cruise missiles Kh-22/32, 6 ballistic missiles Iskander-M/S-300, 1 aviation missile Kh-59/69, 375 strike drones

#Kyiv was the main target.

Air defenses destroyed 372 targets -15 missiles, 357 drones.

17 locations hit; 4 missiles unconfirmed.

#Ukraine repelled a massive 21-hour attack (18:00 23 Jan–09:00 ...

2026-01-24T07:38:14Z

#Ukraine repelled a massive 21-hour attack (18:00 23 Jan–09:00 24 Jan): 396 threats

2 hypersonic missiles 3m22 Tsyrkon, 12 cruise missiles Kh-22/32, 6 ballistic missiles Iskander-M/S-300, 1 aviation missile Kh-59/69, 375 strike drones

Kyiv was the main target.

Air defenses destroyed 372 targets -15 missiles, 357 drones.

17 locations hit; 4 missiles unconfirmed.

The attack continues several enemy UAVs in the air.

Sir Keir Starmer has said Donald Trump's claims British ...

2026-01-23T16:59:36Z

Sir Keir Starmer has said Donald Trump's claims British troops were not on the frontline in Afghanistan were "insulting and frankly appalling" - and suggested he should apologise.

Veterans and their families, as well as MPs from all parties, have reacted with fury after the US president said NATO troops stayed "a little off the frontlines" in Afghanistan.

https://news.sky.com/story/trump-sparks-fury-by-claiming-us-allies-stayed-off-afghanistan-frontline-13498044

US official lobbied French magistrate over Le Pen's election ...

2026-01-21T07:20:53Z

US official lobbied French magistrate over Le Pen's election ban

The magistrate, Magali Lafourcade, said she was sufficiently concerned by the encounter to notify the foreign ministry.

✍️ Marion Solletty

https://www.politico.eu/article/us-state-department-marine-le-pen-election-ban-far-right-france

Break Free from US Big Tech Digital sovereignty starts with ...

2026-01-20T09:42:25Z

Break Free from US Big Tech

Digital sovereignty starts with everyday choices

Switch to European search engines - built by companies based in the EU, EEA, and EFTA

Discover → Choose → Support Europe 🇪🇺

#DigitalSovereignty #SupportEuropeanTech #PrivacyFirst

https://european-alternatives.eu/category/search-engines

Every morning at 9 AM, #Ukraine pauses. Will you join us in a ...

2026-01-18T06:57:18Z

Every morning at 9 AM, #Ukraine pauses.

Will you join us in a minute of silence to honour the fallen heroes who gave everything for freedom?

Their sacrifice will never be forgotten. Stand with Ukraine.🕯️

#StandWithUkraine