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Anniversary of the Olenivka terrorist attack
The tragedy in Olenivka occurred on the night of July 29: an explosion rang out in the barrack of Correctional Colony No. 120. The day before, Ukrainian prisoners of war, including defenders of Azovstal, had been deliberately moved there. Ukraine recognized this attack as a terrorist act. As reported by the Office of the Prosecutor General in the summer of 2024, investigative actions were still ongoing without charges being filed. This war crime claimed the lives of more than 50 people, and over 140 were injured.
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Anniversary of the Olenivka terrorist attack
The tragedy in Olenivka occurred on the night of July 29: an explosion rang out in the barrack of Correctional Colony No. 120. The day before, Ukrainian prisoners of war, including defenders of Azovstal, had been deliberately moved there. Ukraine recognized this attack as a terrorist act. As reported by the Office of the Prosecutor General in the summer of 2024, investigative actions were still ongoing without charges being filed. This war crime claimed the lives of more than 50 people, and over 140 were injured.
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Missile strike on a training ground in Kyiv region and systematic shelling of regions: how Russia attacked Ukraine from July 20 to 26
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Ukrainian photographers — winners of the most prestigious world competitions
Global recognition of Ukrainian documentarians today goes far beyond purely artistic achievements, since the documentary frame remains the most powerful tool in the struggle for the attention of the international community. The year 2026 has become another important year of victory for Ukrainian photographers, members of the Ukrainian Association of Professional Photographers, on the international stage. Their works were nominated and awarded for their uncompromising capture of the realities of war.
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In Ukraine, a School of Photography and Visual Culture is being opened by the Ukrainian Association of Professional Photographers (UAPP).
Українська асоціація професійних фотографів (UAPP), керівником якої є лауреат Пулітцерівської премії Мстислав Чернов, відкриває Школу фотографії та візуальної культури — новий освітній простір, де фотографію розглядатимуть не лише як професію чи ремесло, а як інструмент культурного висловлювання.
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This week, Russia continued its missile and drone terror against Ukrainian cities. Hundreds of Shahed-type UAVs and dozens of tactical missiles were launched every day — from the well-known Iskander missiles to the latest Grom-1 models.
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This week, Russia continued its missile and drone terror against Ukrainian cities. Hundreds of Shahed-type UAVs and dozens of tactical missiles were launched every day — from the well-known Iskander missiles to the latest Grom-1 models.
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10.3.2024
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Wounded Kharkiv — the city through the eyes of those who document the consequences of Russian attacks for Ukrainian and international media
Burned houses and cars, shattered windows, bloodstains on the asphalt, bodies lying covered on the ground — these are the wounds on the body of the city. Every shelling, every “arrival,” every consequence of a Russian attack harms people, and with them everything they have built over a lifetime. Beloved places disappear, historical architecture is destroyed, high‑rises turn into abandoned ghost buildings, and the city skyline loses its familiar shape.
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News Stories
10.3.2024
Wounded Kharkiv — the city through the eyes of those who document the consequences of Russian attacks for Ukrainian and international media
Burned houses and cars, shattered windows, bloodstains on the asphalt, bodies lying covered on the ground — these are the wounds on the body of the city. Every shelling, every “arrival,” every consequence of a Russian attack harms people, and with them everything they have built over a lifetime. Beloved places disappear, historical architecture is destroyed, high‑rises turn into abandoned ghost buildings, and the city skyline loses its familiar shape.
Photo Stories
7.3.2024
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10 photos of February: a selection of key photos of the month from UAPP and Ukraїner
UAPP in partnership with Ukraіner is launching a cycle of publications of key photos of the month related to the full-scale invasion. Some captured a certain historical event, others — ordinary moments, talentedly transformed by the photographer into a symbol. They are all part of a new story that we are creating together.
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Photo Stories
7.3.2024
10 photos of February: a selection of key photos of the month from UAPP and Ukraїner
UAPP in partnership with Ukraіner is launching a cycle of publications of key photos of the month related to the full-scale invasion. Some captured a certain historical event, others — ordinary moments, talentedly transformed by the photographer into a symbol. They are all part of a new story that we are creating together.
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7.3.2024
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Closed shelter. The aftermath of the rocket strike on Kyiv in photos by Mstislav Chernov
On the night of June 1, 2023, the Russian army launched a missile strike on Kiev. At least sixteen people were injured, three people were killed. Among the dead is a child.
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7.3.2024
Closed shelter. The aftermath of the rocket strike on Kyiv in photos by Mstislav Chernov
On the night of June 1, 2023, the Russian army launched a missile strike on Kiev. At least sixteen people were injured, three people were killed. Among the dead is a child.
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6.3.2024
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Cultural diplomacy through the lens: photo exhibitions in embassies of Ukraine around the world
We continue to implement cultural projects and actively participate in important international photographic events and exhibitions, presenting Ukrainian photography on the world stage.
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6.3.2024
Cultural diplomacy through the lens: photo exhibitions in embassies of Ukraine around the world
We continue to implement cultural projects and actively participate in important international photographic events and exhibitions, presenting Ukrainian photography on the world stage.
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4.3.2024
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Rescuers completed search work in Odessa, among the dead 5 children. Tragedy in the photo of Alexander Gimanov
Mark, who is not yet three years old, his siblings ten-year-old Sergey and eight-year-old Zlata, eight-month-old baby Elizabeth and four-month-old Timothy — these children were killed by Russia during the attack by the “shaheeds” on Odessa. Both babies were found with their mothers, who covered them with themselves.
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4.3.2024
Rescuers completed search work in Odessa, among the dead 5 children. Tragedy in the photo of Alexander Gimanov
Mark, who is not yet three years old, his siblings ten-year-old Sergey and eight-year-old Zlata, eight-month-old baby Elizabeth and four-month-old Timothy — these children were killed by Russia during the attack by the “shaheeds” on Odessa. Both babies were found with their mothers, who covered them with themselves.
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3.3.2024
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The small finds protection under the big. Elena Guseinova analyzes the photo of the week
Iva Sidash took this photo on February 24, 2024, in Washington, D.C., near the Lincoln Memorial, during a rally marking the second anniversary of the full-scale invasion. A boy sits on the steps. A large Ukrainian flag flutters above him. He holds a small Ukrainian flag in his hands. The small is protected by the large.
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3.3.2024
The small finds protection under the big. Elena Guseinova analyzes the photo of the week
Iva Sidash took this photo on February 24, 2024, in Washington, D.C., near the Lincoln Memorial, during a rally marking the second anniversary of the full-scale invasion. A boy sits on the steps. A large Ukrainian flag flutters above him. He holds a small Ukrainian flag in his hands. The small is protected by the large.

Photo Stories

This section features the best images of the month, interviews with photographers, and in-depth visual stories. Discover compelling narratives and events through the lens of our talented authors.

Photo Stories
17.12.2023
Near Bakhmut, from winter to winter. The story of twenty-year veterans through the eyes of Oleksandr Babenko
Photo Stories
13.12.2023
“Even the silence here reminds you of the shelling.” A visual essay by Igor Ishchuk about the city of Kherson and its people.
Photo Stories
11.12.2023
“Generation.” Documentary project by Olena Grom
Photo Stories
11.12.2023
Behind the slag heap: Konstantin Guzenko documents children from frontline regions
Photo Stories
8.12.2023
The second winter of wartime. A documentary project by Serhiy Korovayny
Photo Stories
7.12.2023
Echoes of Donbass — Documentary project by Timofey Melnikov

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