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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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7.2.2024
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Ukraine under attack: consequences of Russian missile attack on Kiev in documentary photos
Rescuers pull people out from under the rubble, medics help the wounded, and those lucky enough to survive watch their 18-story home burn with sadness and pain in their eyes. This morning on February 7 appeared to the residents of Kiev because of another massive attack by the Russians.
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7.2.2024
Ukraine under attack: consequences of Russian missile attack on Kiev in documentary photos
Rescuers pull people out from under the rubble, medics help the wounded, and those lucky enough to survive watch their 18-story home burn with sadness and pain in their eyes. This morning on February 7 appeared to the residents of Kiev because of another massive attack by the Russians.
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7.2.2024
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Changes to the rules for journalists working in wartime: extended accreditation and a clear description of media work in different zones
Another step toward constructive communication between the media and the military. By Order No. 51 of 3 February 2024, the Commander‑in‑Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Valerii Zaluzhnyi, approved amendments to Order No. 73 concerning the rules for journalist accreditation during martial law. For the first time, a detailed description of the zones has been provided — something that was previously entirely absent.
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7.2.2024
Changes to the rules for journalists working in wartime: extended accreditation and a clear description of media work in different zones
Another step toward constructive communication between the media and the military. By Order No. 51 of 3 February 2024, the Commander‑in‑Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Valerii Zaluzhnyi, approved amendments to Order No. 73 concerning the rules for journalist accreditation during martial law. For the first time, a detailed description of the zones has been provided — something that was previously entirely absent.
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5.2.2024
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The Last Assault on Da Vinci. Memories of Konstantin and Vlada Liberov about Dmitry Kotsyubailo
The commander of the special unit “Wolves Da Vinci” Dmitry Kotsyubailo with the nickname Da Vinci died in the fighting for Bakhmut on March 7, 2023. Dmitry was only 27 years old, and he fought since 18. After the Revolution of Dignity, he volunteered to the east of Ukraine. During the full-scale Russian invasion, Da Vinci fought in various directions, but died in the Donetsk region, which he called his “second home”.
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5.2.2024
The Last Assault on Da Vinci. Memories of Konstantin and Vlada Liberov about Dmitry Kotsyubailo
The commander of the special unit “Wolves Da Vinci” Dmitry Kotsyubailo with the nickname Da Vinci died in the fighting for Bakhmut on March 7, 2023. Dmitry was only 27 years old, and he fought since 18. After the Revolution of Dignity, he volunteered to the east of Ukraine. During the full-scale Russian invasion, Da Vinci fought in various directions, but died in the Donetsk region, which he called his “second home”.
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3.2.2024
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To shoot or not to shoot: how photojournalists work at the sites of Russian attacks and in active combat zones
Since the start of Russia’s full‑scale invasion of Ukraine, working as a photo‑documentarian covering the war has become even more difficult, as personal risks and threats to life have increased dramatically. What are the rules for working at the sites of missile strikes? What can and cannot be published? How should one act when filming is prohibited? How can you shoot in a way that won’t force you to delete your photos later?
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News Stories
3.2.2024
To shoot or not to shoot: how photojournalists work at the sites of Russian attacks and in active combat zones
Since the start of Russia’s full‑scale invasion of Ukraine, working as a photo‑documentarian covering the war has become even more difficult, as personal risks and threats to life have increased dramatically. What are the rules for working at the sites of missile strikes? What can and cannot be published? How should one act when filming is prohibited? How can you shoot in a way that won’t force you to delete your photos later?
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1.2.2024
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“Pharaoh,” “Pitbull,” and Bullet. The battles for Severodonetsk in photographs by Oleksandr Ratushniak
From the end of May 2022, heavy fighting began for the city of Severodonetsk. Russian troops massively shelled the city in an attempt to completely capture it. The percentage of the territory of Severodonetsk controlled by the Russian army changed daily. On June 24, the Armed Forces of Ukraine organized and planned to leave part of the Severodonetsk industrial zone. On May 26, 2022, the Russian army entered the city, street fighting began. The Russians captured Severodonetsk.
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1.2.2024
“Pharaoh,” “Pitbull,” and Bullet. The battles for Severodonetsk in photographs by Oleksandr Ratushniak
From the end of May 2022, heavy fighting began for the city of Severodonetsk. Russian troops massively shelled the city in an attempt to completely capture it. The percentage of the territory of Severodonetsk controlled by the Russian army changed daily. On June 24, the Armed Forces of Ukraine organized and planned to leave part of the Severodonetsk industrial zone. On May 26, 2022, the Russian army entered the city, street fighting began. The Russians captured Severodonetsk.
Photo Stories
29.1.2024
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Time to live and time to fight. Ukrainian youth fighting for their future in Vyacheslav Ratynsky's photo project
As part of the UAFF grant support for documentary photographers, implemented with the support of the International Press Institute, we continue to share documentary projects of photographers. This time we present the project “Time to live and time to fight” by Ukrainian documentary filmmaker Vyacheslav Ratynsky.
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Photo Stories
29.1.2024
Time to live and time to fight. Ukrainian youth fighting for their future in Vyacheslav Ratynsky's photo project
As part of the UAFF grant support for documentary photographers, implemented with the support of the International Press Institute, we continue to share documentary projects of photographers. This time we present the project “Time to live and time to fight” by Ukrainian documentary filmmaker Vyacheslav Ratynsky.

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.

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Near Bakhmut, from winter to winter. The story of twenty-year veterans through the eyes of Oleksandr Babenko
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“Even the silence here reminds you of the shelling.” A visual essay by Igor Ishchuk about the city of Kherson and its people.
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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
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The second winter of wartime. A documentary project by Serhiy Korovayny
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Echoes of Donbass — Documentary project by Timofey Melnikov

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