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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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10.2.2024
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Mykolaiv school of photography MYPH: from conceptual to documentary images
The well‑known MYPH school of conceptual and art photography in southern Ukraine was founded by Serhii Melnychenko in his hometown of Mykolaiv. Its training is aimed at promoting and deepening the understanding of contemporary conceptual and artistic photography among creators. During Russia’s full‑scale invasion of Ukraine, Mykolaiv photographers took on an active volunteer role. Some joined the Armed Forces of Ukraine, while others shifted from artistic to documentary photography to record the consequences of the occupiers’ actions.
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10.2.2024
Mykolaiv school of photography MYPH: from conceptual to documentary images
The well‑known MYPH school of conceptual and art photography in southern Ukraine was founded by Serhii Melnychenko in his hometown of Mykolaiv. Its training is aimed at promoting and deepening the understanding of contemporary conceptual and artistic photography among creators. During Russia’s full‑scale invasion of Ukraine, Mykolaiv photographers took on an active volunteer role. Some joined the Armed Forces of Ukraine, while others shifted from artistic to documentary photography to record the consequences of the occupiers’ actions.
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9.2.2024
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Explosion during the farewell ceremony. The aftermath of the missile strike on Pervomaisky in photographs by Alexander Magula
On July 4, 2023, the Russian army struck the city center of Pervomaisky, Kharkiv region. According to the prosecutor's office of Ukraine, the Russian military launched an Iskander missile at a residential quarter of the city. Several high-rise buildings were damaged, 43 people were injured, including 12 children. The explosion occurred during a farewell ceremony with Ukrainian intelligence commander Oleg Fadeenko.
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9.2.2024
Explosion during the farewell ceremony. The aftermath of the missile strike on Pervomaisky in photographs by Alexander Magula
On July 4, 2023, the Russian army struck the city center of Pervomaisky, Kharkiv region. According to the prosecutor's office of Ukraine, the Russian military launched an Iskander missile at a residential quarter of the city. Several high-rise buildings were damaged, 43 people were injured, including 12 children. The explosion occurred during a farewell ceremony with Ukrainian intelligence commander Oleg Fadeenko.
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9.2.2024
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“The biggest attack on Lviv.” Yurko Dyachyshyn's memories of the missile strike on his hometown
On the night of July 6, 2023, Russian troops launched another missile strike on Lviv. They launched cruise missiles “Caliber” from the waters of the Black Sea. Ten people were killed and 42 others were injured. Lviv Mayor Andriy Sadovyi noted that this was the largest attack on the city's civilian infrastructure since the beginning of the full-scale Russian invasion.
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9.2.2024
“The biggest attack on Lviv.” Yurko Dyachyshyn's memories of the missile strike on his hometown
On the night of July 6, 2023, Russian troops launched another missile strike on Lviv. They launched cruise missiles “Caliber” from the waters of the Black Sea. Ten people were killed and 42 others were injured. Lviv Mayor Andriy Sadovyi noted that this was the largest attack on the city's civilian infrastructure since the beginning of the full-scale Russian invasion.
UAPP Projects
8.2.2024
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Microgrant and mentoring program to support Ukrainian photographers
The program includes four mentoring courses and a final competition for participants. After that, we will provide financial support in the amount of 8000€ to Ukrainian photographers who will create projects related to the theme of war. First of all, we support authors who do not have constant access to software and resources, giving them an additional opportunity to continue their work.
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UAPP Projects
8.2.2024
Microgrant and mentoring program to support Ukrainian photographers
The program includes four mentoring courses and a final competition for participants. After that, we will provide financial support in the amount of 8000€ to Ukrainian photographers who will create projects related to the theme of war. First of all, we support authors who do not have constant access to software and resources, giving them an additional opportunity to continue their work.
Photo Stories
8.2.2024
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Pain is universal, evil is real. Elena Guseinova analyzes the photo of the week
I met her in December on the train from Przemyśl to Kyiv. There was a free seat in my compartment, and the conductor sat her next to me. She apologized—the train from Prague was late, and she had missed the train to Kyiv for which she had a ticket. I think I sympathized with her. Or maybe I didn't. I don't remember much of what she said before she uttered the words, “My husband is in captivity.” But I remember everything that happened after that.
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Photo Stories
8.2.2024
Pain is universal, evil is real. Elena Guseinova analyzes the photo of the week
I met her in December on the train from Przemyśl to Kyiv. There was a free seat in my compartment, and the conductor sat her next to me. She apologized—the train from Prague was late, and she had missed the train to Kyiv for which she had a ticket. I think I sympathized with her. Or maybe I didn't. I don't remember much of what she said before she uttered the words, “My husband is in captivity.” But I remember everything that happened after that.
News Stories
8.2.2024
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“691 days that decide your future.” Photo exhibition within the framework of the project “Deciding Your Future” in Davos during the World Economic Forum
On January 16-18, 2024, PinchukArtCentre together with the Office of the President of Ukraine and the Ukrainian Association of Professional Photographers held the Deciding Your Tomorrow project on the occasion of the World Economic Forum in Davos.
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News Stories
8.2.2024
“691 days that decide your future.” Photo exhibition within the framework of the project “Deciding Your Future” in Davos during the World Economic Forum
On January 16-18, 2024, PinchukArtCentre together with the Office of the President of Ukraine and the Ukrainian Association of Professional Photographers held the Deciding Your Tomorrow project on the occasion of the World Economic Forum in Davos.

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