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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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21.11.2023
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Ukraine marks the 10th anniversary of the Revolution of Dignity
On November 21, 2023, Ukraine celebrates the 10th anniversary of the Revolution of Dignity. In addition, the country celebrates Dignity and Freedom Day every year.
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21.11.2023
Ukraine marks the 10th anniversary of the Revolution of Dignity
On November 21, 2023, Ukraine celebrates the 10th anniversary of the Revolution of Dignity. In addition, the country celebrates Dignity and Freedom Day every year.
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17.11.2023
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Shelling of the Retroville shopping mall. The aftermath of the strike on Kyiv in photos by Pavlo Petrov and Oleg Petrasyuk
On the evening of March 20, 2022, Russian forces launched several strikes on the Podilskyi district of Kyiv. They shelled the Retroville shopping and entertainment center. Part of the shopping center was destroyed, cars parked nearby, a fitness club and a business center. Nearby residential buildings, schools and kindergartens suffered significant damage. Eight people were killed that day.
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17.11.2023
Shelling of the Retroville shopping mall. The aftermath of the strike on Kyiv in photos by Pavlo Petrov and Oleg Petrasyuk
On the evening of March 20, 2022, Russian forces launched several strikes on the Podilskyi district of Kyiv. They shelled the Retroville shopping and entertainment center. Part of the shopping center was destroyed, cars parked nearby, a fitness club and a business center. Nearby residential buildings, schools and kindergartens suffered significant damage. Eight people were killed that day.
UAPP Projects
15.11.2023
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Special edition of Reporters in English
The Ukrainian Association of Professional Photographers (UAPP) in cooperation with The Ukrainians published a special issue of the magazine Reporters, which brought together the strongest documentary footage of the Ukrainian struggle for freedom. The issue includes 155 pictures from leading photographers and photographers of the country, as well as texts by Dmitry Kuleba, Alexandra Matviychuk, Sergey Plokhiy, Vladimir Yermolenko, Elena Styazhkina and Olesya Khromeychuk.
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UAPP Projects
15.11.2023
Special edition of Reporters in English
The Ukrainian Association of Professional Photographers (UAPP) in cooperation with The Ukrainians published a special issue of the magazine Reporters, which brought together the strongest documentary footage of the Ukrainian struggle for freedom. The issue includes 155 pictures from leading photographers and photographers of the country, as well as texts by Dmitry Kuleba, Alexandra Matviychuk, Sergey Plokhiy, Vladimir Yermolenko, Elena Styazhkina and Olesya Khromeychuk.
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14.11.2023
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“Sometimes a camera does more harm than an automatic weapon.” The evacuation of civilians from Irpin through the eyes of Serhiy Mykhalchuk
The evacuation of the peaceful residents of Irpen was filmed by many Ukrainian and foreign photographers. Today, the Ukrainian Association of Professional Photographers publishes photos and memories of Ukrainian documentary photographer and cinematographer Serhiy Mykhalchuk. In late February and March 2022, Russian troops attempted to capture Kiev. To do this, they needed to take control of the towns closest to the capital — Gostomel, Buchu and Irpin.
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14.11.2023
“Sometimes a camera does more harm than an automatic weapon.” The evacuation of civilians from Irpin through the eyes of Serhiy Mykhalchuk
The evacuation of the peaceful residents of Irpen was filmed by many Ukrainian and foreign photographers. Today, the Ukrainian Association of Professional Photographers publishes photos and memories of Ukrainian documentary photographer and cinematographer Serhiy Mykhalchuk. In late February and March 2022, Russian troops attempted to capture Kiev. To do this, they needed to take control of the towns closest to the capital — Gostomel, Buchu and Irpin.
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13.11.2023
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“The Road to Kyiv.” Battles for the capital in photographs by Roman Pylypii
“At that moment I was filming the Olympics, and in order to return to Beijing, I had to go through quarantine. Actually, the war started when I was still in quarantine, so I could not immediately leave for Ukraine, - recalls the photographer. - For me there was no question of going to Ukraine or not, I immediately decided that I was going. I couldn't fly directly to Ukraine because the airspace was already closed.” Roman says that the road to Kiev was very long, I had to overcome thousands of kilometers and several countries.
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13.11.2023
“The Road to Kyiv.” Battles for the capital in photographs by Roman Pylypii
“At that moment I was filming the Olympics, and in order to return to Beijing, I had to go through quarantine. Actually, the war started when I was still in quarantine, so I could not immediately leave for Ukraine, - recalls the photographer. - For me there was no question of going to Ukraine or not, I immediately decided that I was going. I couldn't fly directly to Ukraine because the airspace was already closed.” Roman says that the road to Kiev was very long, I had to overcome thousands of kilometers and several countries.
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13.11.2023
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Air strikes on Borodyanka in photos by Max Levin
Photographer Max Levin and his colleague Marjan Kushnir were among the first to arrive in Borodyanka, immediately after the air strikes on the town. Then the photos of Levin were published by Reuters and the photos were flown by the vanguard of the world's media.
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News Stories
13.11.2023
Air strikes on Borodyanka in photos by Max Levin
Photographer Max Levin and his colleague Marjan Kushnir were among the first to arrive in Borodyanka, immediately after the air strikes on the town. Then the photos of Levin were published by Reuters and the photos were flown by the vanguard of the world's media.

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