Yakiv Liashenko

Ukrainian photographer from Kharkiv. Began his professional career in 2012.

Since February 2022, he has focused on documenting the consequences of Russian aggression in Ukraine. By combining his work as a fixer for international journalists with his own documentary practice, he captures events that are becoming part of modern history.

Currently, he serves as a soldier in the Donbas Battalion of the 18th Slovyansk Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine. He continues to document the events of the war as an active participant of the Defense Forces of Ukraine.

Experience and publications:
- Freelance photographer: Associated Press (AP), EPA Images, Anadolu Agency.
- Collaboration: The Sunday Times, Kyiv Independent, Babel, Frontliner, Kyiv Post.
- Publications: The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, BBC, The Guardian, The Times, Los Angeles Times.

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