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Independent media about Ukraine: its history, culture, events, projects and vibe.

WithUkraine is a project created in February 2022 to strengthen Ukraine's voice abroad. The organization's members see their mission as advocates for Ukraine – an innovative, modern, courageous country that enriches the international community. Through informational, educational, and social projects, we foster a positive image of our country. During the war, the organization focuses on reporting t

he situation on the ground and debunking Russian propaganda to boost the world's support for Ukraine in the fight against Russia.

22/10/2024

POV: you support Ukraine, but don't know much about it, except the reports from war-torn cities, and that people live there under constant shelling and missile attacks.

🎥 Our team believes that movies are one of the best ways to learn about a culture, especially documentary films as they show the culture as is. That's why we teamed up with Takflix , an exclusive VOD streaming service to watch Ukrainian films, and handpicked the Ukrainian-made documentaries for you. From the singing utility workers of Ivano-Frankivsk to debunking the myths about Donbas that was a part of the European economy, Ukrainian documentaries capture the resilience, humour, and strength of a nation.

Swipe through and see for yourself. Which one will you watch first on Takflix.com ?

21/10/2024

📣 On Monday, October 21, 2024, Ukrainian intelligence reported the elimination of another Russian war criminal near Bryansk. The individual in question, Dmitrii Golenkov, was a pilot in the 52nd Heavy Bomber Regiment of the Russian Armed Forces (military unit 33310), based at the Shaikovka airfield, which operates Tu-22M3 strategic bombers. Golenkov also served as the chief of staff for this Russian aviation squadron.

👉 Golenkov was involved in missile strikes on Ukrainian civilian targets, including the Amstor shopping center in Kremenchuk, Poltava Oblast. During the attack on June 27, 2022, approximately 1,000 people were inside the shopping center. The strike, considered a war crime, resulted in 22 deaths and dozens of injured.

👉 Also on January 14, 2023, this very aviation squadron hit a nine-story residential building at 118 Naberezhna Peremohy Street in Dnipro, Ukraine. The strike destroyed one section of the building and 236 apartments. As of January 19 2023, the official number of killed stood at 46 people, including 6 children, with 80 others injured and 11 people missing.

Ukrainian intelligence reported that Golenkov’s body was found in an apple orchard in the village of Suponevo, near Bryansk. His death was attributed to multiple head injuries, likely caused by a hammer, — the intelligence service of Ukraine stated.

17/10/2024

🇺🇦 Naïve mosaics are a colorful yet often-overlooked part of Ukraine’s Soviet-era art. Displayed in cultural centers, theaters, and even bus stops, they depict everything from cartoon characters to iconic figures like Taras Shevchenko.

🫶 While these mosaics may seem like remnants of the Soviet era, they were often created by local residents as a form of escape from the grim realities of the time. In an era where nonconformity was punishable, these mosaics embody Ukrainian creativity and the desire for self-expression. Their simplicity powerfully tells a story of resilience and community.

🖼️ Explore the photo book from ist publishing : “The Chips: Ukrainian Naїve Mosaics of the 1950–90s” by Yevhen Nikiforov and Polina Baytsim. Tag your designer friend who needs to see this! 👇

24/09/2024

📚🇺🇦 One in every ten Ukrainian schools has been affected by Russia’s invasion, as reported by the global initiative ‘Tribunal for Putin.’

Since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion in 2022, there have been 2,204 alleged war crimes targeting educational and scientific institutions. ⚖️

👉 Read the testimonies of the deliberate destruction of Ukrainian schools and learn more about holding Russian war criminals accountable.

13/09/2024

📰 The organizing committee of the TIFF film festival issued a statement announcing the suspension of the planned screenings of the film Russians at War, citing alleged information regarding significant threats to public safety and the festival’s operations.

Earlier, TIFF stated that the film „was not considered Russian propaganda” – despite the fact that Tromifova used to work for RT (Russia Today), an international Russian-controlled media broadcaster. In their new statement, TIFF reaffirmed this stance but explained that the decision was made „to protect the safety of visitors, staff, and volunteers”.

Meanwhile, according to Global News, Toronto police did not confirm any substantial risks surrounding the film’s screening. They noted that the decision was solely made by the organizing committee and was not based on law enforcement recommendations.

Ukraine’s Ambassador to Canada, Yulia Kovaliv, reacted to the news: “It is unfortunate that the festival did not have the courage to directly acknowledge its significant mistake in its reasoning,” she commented.

Photo: A screenshot of the statement explained by team

03/09/2024

An institute and a hospital were hit in the Russian attack on Poltava.

Over 200 people have been injured as of the time of this report. Ukrainian president Zelenskyy claimed at least 51 killed. One of the buildings of the Institute of Communications was partially destroyed, with unknown number of people trapped under the debris. An operational headquarters has been set up in the city to assist those affected, and all emergency services are working at the site of the incident.

24/08/2024

⚔️ No country in history has ever been handed independence—it has always been fought for and won.

Today, Ukraine continues that fight for freedom, making Independence Day much more than just a date on the calendar. It’s not yet another bank holiday - it’s a reminder of the resilience, courage, and unbreakable spirit of Ukrainian people.

Ukraine celebrates its hard-won independence from the Russian Soviet empire, and continues to stand strong against its modern successor. Each year, this day serves as a powerful symbol of the ongoing struggle and the unwavering determination to protect our future.

12/07/2024

Around 90% of the whole Ukrainian power grid is razed to the ground by multiple deliberate Russian attacks. Even if some power generation facilities remain, there is an acute lack of electricity distribution facilities, which were easier to damage. To combat this deficiency, government operators introduced scheduled blackouts, where they cut the power supply, plunging entire cities into darkness during peak hours of electricity consumption. Even the capital city can have frequent blackouts up to 7 hours long.

Screenshot on the cover: / Associated Press.

◼️ Compilation of the post: Olena Stepaniv

10/07/2024

On July 8, early in the morning, Russia conducted a massive missile strike all over central and east parts of Ukraine. The invaders used 38 rockets of various types targeting Kyiv, Dnipro, Kryvyi Rih, Slovyansk, and Kramatorsk.

The Ukrainian Air Defence shot down most of the missiles, yet Russian attack still caused enormous damage and civilian casualties. This wasn’t one of the biggest Russian attacks, but it became one of the deadliest.

◾️Compilation of the post: team

Screenshot on the cover: Evacuation from the hospital. Ksyusha Savoskina / Hromadske.

13/06/2024

Misogyny is not a joke. It's disrespectful, abusive, and downright primitive. No woman, anywhere in the world, should have to experience it. Yet, millions face mistreatment simply because they're women.

The WithUkraine team values gender equality and has zero tolerance for abuse. This is especially true for those who have fled war.

Abuse of any kind chips away at personal space, which can lead to a disregard for consent. This disregard can potentially escalate to SA and other forms of violence.

◾️Compilation of the post: WithUkraine team

Photo on the cover: A Ukrainian woman with a child and a Kalashnikov rifle on her shoulder, Kyiv, March 5th, 2022. Photo: PAP / Armed Forces.

17/05/2024

💔 Two years ago, May 16, 2022, Mariupol fell entirely under the occupation of Russian aggressors. The Azovstal defenders - more than 2,000 militants who stayed in the half destroyed buildings of the steel plant defending the remained civilians - received orders to save their lives and surrender to Russian captivity.

According to initial agreements, including those with the UN and the International Committee of the Red Cross, assurances were given that the lives and health of Ukrainian prisoners of war would not be threatened. However, Russia does not adhere to the language of agreements in practice.

Today, together with Olenivka Community we are covering the life of Ihor Prokopenko - a young defender of Azovstal, who was killed by Russians in captivity.

Free Azovstal defenders.
Remember Olenivka.
Support Ukrainian POW’s.

▪️Photo on the cover: Dmytro Kozatsky

08/05/2024

🇺🇦Ukraine's approach to the day of the remembrance of the victims of the WWII as well as Victory Day has evolved, reflecting a deeper understanding of sacrifice and loss. Through the last decade the focus shifted towards honoring civilian and military lives lost, highlighting the true cost of victory.

In recent years old symbols like the St. George Ribbon took on new meanings amidst Russian invasion to Ukraine. The association with aggression led to a quest for alternative symbols.

Photo on the cover: A red poppy in front of a destroyed residential building in Mariupol, 31 May, 2022. Photo: AFP

◾️Compilation of the post: Vasyl Vyshyvany

24/04/2024

💡Most people are aware of the Russia's war in Ukraine, recognizing Russia as the aggressor. However, a few of you may be unsure about when or why it began. Furthermore, some might be susceptible to disinformation or Russian manipulation, thus losing sight of the actual context.

Our partners at Smart Angel collaborated with various Ukrainian media outlets and fact checkers to clarify the origins of Russia's aggressive war and compiled a concise overview. We believe it merits your attention.

This marks just the beginning; stay tuned for further updates!

Thanks to Yarema Dukh & ICTV for the partnership! 💪

22/04/2024

One of the reasons Russia is a strong opponent is that it operates with a centralized military budget covering not only direct military needs but also some seemingly civil areas. While numerous NATO members allocate scarcely 1% of their GDP to military expenditure, Russia allocated 4% prior to 2022, a figure set to rise to 6% according to the 2024 budget plan.

Well in advance of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Russian society had undergone extensive militarization. From a young age, children are subjected to an education emphasizing patriotic devotion to Russia, beginning as early as 7 years old. However, childhood is not the sole domain subjected to militarization; numerous aspects of daily life are heavily influenced by militaristic ideologies, though the underlying rationale for this militarization remains unclear. While an effort has been made to consolidate some of the most significant examples, it should be noted that this list is by no means exhaustive, and further discussion and additions can be facilitated in the comments section.

25/03/2024

❗️On the morning of March 25, Russia launched a missile attack on Kyiv from the territory of the temporarily occupied Crimea. Ukrainian air defense destroyed both Russian ballistic missiles, but the debris caused damage in 4 central districts of the capital. As of 12:00 PM (Kyiv time), there are 7 wounded, including a 16-year-old girl.

In particular, residential and non-residential buildings, a road, as well as a part of the Boychuk Academy of Decorative and Applied Arts and Design were damaged. Teachers and students did not have time to leave the premises, but only one person was injured.

We’ll be updating the post.

▪️Video: Anton Ptushkin

23/03/2024

🩸 Zaporizhzhia.

Following a morning mass attack by the Russian army on March 22, 2024, the casualty count has reached 25 people. As reported by the local administration, an 8-year-old girl and her 35-year-old father lost their lives due to a Russian missile strike on a private sector in Zaporizhzhia. Additionally, a 62-year-old trolleybus driver, who was travelling along the Dnipro HPP dam at the time of the Russian strike, was also killed. There were no passengers aboard the trolleybus.

The sudden loss of these civilians has sadly become routine in Ukraine, reducing individuals to mere statistics. However, each victim was a living person with their own daily routines, habits, and moments of happiness. The team meticulously combed through local and national media, as well as local Telegram channels, and compared EXIF data files to reconstruct the final hours of "just another day" for another Ukrainian targeted by Russia.

◾️ Compilation of the post: Olena Stepaniv
◾️ Design: Vasyl Vyshyvany

15/03/2024

❗️On March 15, 2024, between 11:00 and 11:47 (GMT+2), Russia launched a missile attack on the southern part of Ukraine. Shortly after the air-raid alert was issued, a Russian missile struck a residential area. The second strike occurred in the same area just as emergency services arrived, resulting in the deaths of a medic and a firefighter, with five other rescuers sustaining injuries.

As of 6 pm (GMT+2) it's known about 19 dead and 74 injured, the rescue works are ongoing.

◾️Compilation of the post: Olena Stepaniv

27/02/2024

🗞️ News are not easy to keep up with. When we first started WithUkraine, our main focus was to post the newest updates, as fast as possible. Today, we are a media team with more varied content. To keep you up with the most important news about Ukraine, we are launching a new format: a weekly digest where you can find a concise recap of the major events last week.

Do you find this helpful? Let us know in the comments!

20/02/2024

🗓️ This week, much of the political conversation revolves around the imminent second anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

However, the fact that today actually marks 10 years since the beginning of Russian armed aggression is much less often mentioned. In this post, we recall the events of the first days of the resistance to the occupation and frantic Ukrainian unity.

TRIGGER WARNING: photo on the third slide contains sensitive content.

19/02/2024

🇺🇦 The town of Avdiivka, Donetsk Oblast, has suffered a lot from Russian troops thoughout the last 10 years. It has been a frontline zone since September 2014 and it saw heavy combat way before the full-scale invasion. In late September of 2023, Russia has drastically intensified its efforts to capture the town, regardless of their own losses. For this couple of months, the city became unrecognizable, broken and practically non-existent.

After long defensive operations, on February 15, the Ukrainian Armed Forces announced their withdrawal from Avdiivka. In this post we will cover the role of Avdiivka in the war and discuss Russian strategy we have been observing for a long time already.

▪️Compilation of the post: Ryszard Benda
▪️Photo on the cover: the “I

18/02/2024

Now that we showed you some popular methods of misinformation, let’s learn more about how to actual fight it 💭

12/02/2024

📖 In a world saturated with information, distinguishing fact from fiction is more critical than ever. Join us during our Media Literacy Week by WithUkraine as we explore the insidious spread of misinformation, particularly in the context of the Russian war against Ukraine.

Let’s arm ourselves with knowledge to navigate the digital landscape responsibly!

▪️Collage on the cover: Alina Kolyuka, Ukrainian artist / Shutterstock licence

09/02/2024

What would be your reaction if you (like us) would see a Reuters title for January 27th, 2024. Such a header reminds us: Ukraine still gets Russian money for Russian gas transfer to Europe, which seems counterintuitive at first and even outrageous given the everyday Russian rocket and drone attacks on Ukrainian residential areas. You might ask, «How can Ukraine still have any kind of economic ties with the aggressor state?» which is a valid question, but the answer is not what you could think.

◾️Compilation of the post: Olena Stepaniv
◾️Design: Vasyl Vyshyvany

02/02/2024

The radical wing of the Republican party states multiple times, that “Ukraine is not a paragon of democracy, it banned 11 opposition parties”.

Those parties are indeed banned, but referring to them as “opposition” is not only inaccurate, it’s misleading. We took the example of one of the representatives of such “opposition”.

Read the carrousel till the end, and write in the comments what would you choose: “To ban or not to ban” such so-called opposition?

▪️Compilation of the post: Olena Stepaniv
▪️Design: Vasyl Vyshyvany

Photo on the cover: EPA

30/01/2024

🇺🇦 On January 28, 1992, the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine officially approved the blue and yellow flag as the National Flag of Ukraine. The blue and yellow stripes are commonly decoded as sky and wheat fields respectively.

WithUkraine team found some interesting facts about the Ukrainian symbol you probably didn't know: from the first documented cases of Ukrainians using these colors in their flags to a case that proved the flag has powerful symbolic meaning. Check the carousel for more!

▪ Compilation of the post: Olena Stepaniv
▪ Design: Vasyl Vyshyvany

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🎃 Spooky season may be fun and games for most people, yet when we saw a “drop a scary thought” suggestion on Insta, a question pumped into our head: “Well, aren’t scary thoughts just the new normal for Ukrainians?” While we still manage to continue our daily routines and maintain the responsibilities, anxiety of something horrible happening comes creeping in along every little moment of our lives. Don’t normalise Russian aggression against Ukraine. Fight #WithUkraine. #StandWithUkraine #Halloween #halloweenparty #spookyseason

🪆🪓 Russia has long claimed to be anti-imperialist, but its history tells a different story. From the 15th to the 20th century, Russia led at least 9 invasions of sovereign nations in Northern Asia and committed over 30 genocides. Entire cultures were wiped out in a colonial conquest that spanned 400 years, erasing dozens of indigenous nations. 👉 This legacy of imperialism is often overlooked, but people like @maksym.eristavi, independent journalist and the author of the book “Russian Colonialism 101", bring this topic to light. #standwithukraine #supportukraine #russiancolonialism101 #empirewillfail #northasia #siberia

Attack on Poltava

An institute and a hospital were hit in the Russian attack on Poltava. Over 200 people have been injured as of the time of this report. Ukrainian president Zelenskyy claimed at least 51 killed. One of the buildings of the Institute of Communications was partially destroyed, with unknown number of people trapped under the debris. An operational headquarters has been set up in the city to assist those affected, and all emergency services are working at the site of the incident. #standwithukraine #attack #poltava #supportukraine #russia

The recent Russian prisoner exchange evoked a strong Cold War sentiment, underscoring the continuation of Soviet-era practices by the Russian Federation. This practice involves detaining mostly innocent individuals, including opposition figures and journalists, to use as leverage against Western nations. In Moscow, where the rule of law is absent, the process is straightforward: fabricate charges, accuse the individual, and sentence them to 7–20 years of imprisonment. Russia exploits the fact that developed countries value their citizens and every life is considered precious. This practice also impacts Ukraine. Reports frequently highlight prisoner exchanges where 70-100 Russian soldiers are swapped for 50-70 Ukrainian soldiers and a few civilians. While there may be legitimate grounds for detaining civilians suspected of espionage, Russia often abuses this, detaining civilians arbitrarily. The most recent US-Russia exchange involved trading journalists, musicians, and political prisoners for Russian spies and convicted criminals, whose lengthy sentences were justified. #standwithukraine #exchange #behonest #prisoners #ukraine

🤔 Does the Russian opposition really condemn the invasion? Russian politician and journalist Vladimir Kara-Murza, who was released from Russian imprisonment on August 1, 2024, stated upon his arrival to Germany that Western sanctions imposed in recent years have been targeting the entire country and its citizens instead of Putin’s regime. This narrative yet again raises questions about what the actual position of Russian liberals is. Would they stay in Russia if it wasn't for sanctions? Would they then be silent about the invasion and keep living their lives just like they did when Russia invaded Chechen Republic of Ichkeria, Georgia, or Ukrainian Crimea and parts of Donbas in 2014? For now, we'll just leave here a piece of the interview with Akhmed Zakayev, the Prime Minister of the Chechen Republic of Ichkeria's government-in-exile, who offers his views on the matter. hashtag#StandWithUkraine hashtag#KaraMurza hashtag#Ukraine hashtag#ichkeria hashtag#sanctions hashtag#russianopposition The video was partially inspired by Valeriia Voshchevska, UA campaigner, recent post.

On July 8, a Russian missile strike hit the Okhmatdyt Children's Hospital in Kyiv, leaving people trapped under the rubble. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized the significance of Okhmatdyt, one of Europe's premier children's hospitals, known for saving and restoring the health of thousands of children. The aftermath of the attack remains dire, with the number of casualties still undetermined. Volunteers, including doctors and ordinary citizens, are working tirelessly to clear the rubble and rescue those trapped. President Zelenskyy condemned the attack, highlighting that Russia is fully aware of the targets of its missiles and must be held accountable for its actions against civilians, especially children. #STANDWITHUKRAINE #supportukraine #hospital #attack

💡Most people are aware of the Russia's war in Ukraine, recognizing Russia as the aggressor. However, a few of you may be unsure about when or why it began. Furthermore, some might be susceptible to disinformation or Russian manipulation, thus losing sight of the actual context. Our partners at Smart Angel collaborated with various Ukrainian media outlets and fact checkers to clarify the origins of Russia's aggressive war and compiled a concise overview. We believe it merits your attention. This marks just the beginning; stay tuned for further updates! Thanks to Yarema Dukh & ICTV for the partnership! 💪 #standwithukraine #russiaswarinukraine #supportukraine #ukrainianhistory #HistoryOfUkraine

❗️On the morning of March 25, Russia launched a missile attack on Kyiv from the territory of the temporarily occupied Crimea. Ukrainian air defense destroyed both Russian ballistic missiles, but the debris caused damage in 4 central districts of the capital. As of 12:00 PM (Kyiv time), there are 7 wounded, including a 16-year-old girl. In particular, residential and non-residential buildings, a road, as well as a part of the Boychuk Academy of Decorative and Applied Arts and Design were damaged. Teachers and students did not have time to leave the premises, but only one person was injured. We’ll be updating the post. ▪️Video: Anton Ptushkin @ptuxerman #standwithukraine #kyiv #ukraine #russianattacks

Kyiv Rus isn't Russia!📢 In his speech before the full-scale invasion, Vladimir Putin used a couple of arguments regarding the Russian continuous succession of Kyivan Rus in order to ideologically justify Russian war of aggression against Ukraine. WithUkraine team shows off these justifications as untrue or at least barely legitimate, check the video to see why Rus and Russia aren't the same. Despite being well-researched, this video is obviously oversimplifying some topics, but we’ll be happy to address any further questions in the comments! #withukraine #kyivrus #history #ukraine #standwithukraine

A narcissist wrapped in a red flag? 🤔 #standwithukriane #ukraine #українськийтікток #fyp #healthyrelationships #redflag

A huge dam in Ukraine is destroyed and the situation in Kherson oblast remains very dangerous while the UN celebrates Russian day 🤯 Russians commit ecocide in Ukraine since day one of the invasion. Google: Dzharylhach #Kherson #kakhovka #dam #flood #standwithukraine #ukraine #ecocide

🚰 The destruction of the hydroelectric power station threatens an ecological disaster for at least the south of Ukraine. A dangerously high water level is expected around 11 A.M. (GMT+3). Ukraine's main hydropower generating company, Ukrhydroenergo, informed that the Kakhovska HPP cannot be restored. ‼️ As of 10:00 A.M. (GMT+3), more than 700 people were evacuated from partially flooded settlements. Some roads are flooded too, making it difficult to get to certain settlements. ‼️ As of 9:00 A.M. (GMT+3), the authorities began evacuating the population from potential flooding areas began. About 80 settlements are at risk of flooding. On the right bank of the Dnipro River, in Kherson Oblast, about 16,000 people are in a critical zone and have to be evacuated. ☢️ As of 8:00 A.M.(GMT+3), the State Enterprise National Nuclear Energy Generating Company, Energoatom, reported that the situation at temporarily occupied by Russia Zaporizhzhia NPP, the cooling system of which is filled with water from the Kakhovka Reservoir, remains under control. However, the water level in the Kakhovka Reservoir is rapidly decreasing. #StandWithUkraine #withukraine #russiaisaterroriststate #StopRussianAggression #flood #ecology

We bet you didn't know that about cossacks, or did you? Write us in comments pls #cossacks #ukraine #standwithukraine #fyp #recomendations #earrings

Whenever someone tells you Ukraine just has to stop fighting - send them this video 👀 #standwithukraine #sakartvelo #moldova #zakayev #українськийтікток #us

Casually reminding you that 🇷🇺 military deliberately target journalists on the frontline #standwithukraine #українськийтікток #protect #ukraine #usa #uk #warjournalist

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