Russian-Ukrainian war

Discrimination has a chain reaction: if you start with one group, you can end up discriminating against anyone – family doctor Daryna Dmytriievska
Articles - 30 September 2024

Discrimination has a chain reaction: if you start with one group, you can end up discriminating against anyone – family doctor Daryna Dmytriievska

During the war, Ukrainians face a variety of challenges, including difficult access to healthcare services due to the reduced number of doctors. For the LGBTIQ community, this issue is further complicated by the stigma and discrimination that can occur in healthcare facilities.

Ukraine’s Foreign Ministry condemns Switzerland’s support of Chinese and Brazilian initiative as detrimental for peace
News - 29 September 2024

Ukraine’s Foreign Ministry condemns Switzerland’s support of Chinese and Brazilian initiative as detrimental for peace

The ministry called the Ukrainian Peace Formula the only way to a comprehensive, just and sustainable peace and stated there was no need to create additional formats and platforms to discuss ways to achieve peace for Ukraine

Russians kill judge of Ukraine’s Supreme Court Leonid Loboyko in drone attack in Kharkiv Oblast
News - 28 September 2024

Russians kill judge of Ukraine’s Supreme Court Leonid Loboyko in drone attack in Kharkiv Oblast

The Supreme Court confirmed the death of its colleague

Russians strike hospital in Sumy twice, killing nine people and injuring 19
News - 28 September 2024

Russians strike hospital in Sumy twice, killing nine people and injuring 19

Rescue workers and police arrived at the scene to help, but the Russians launched a second strike during the evacuation

Russian army personnel kill four civilians in Donetsk Oblast over past 24 hours
News - 27 September 2024

Russian army personnel kill four civilians in Donetsk Oblast over past 24 hours

Russian forces killed one person in Siversk and damaged two houses. In Toretsk, they killed two people, wounded two more, and damaged a house. One person died and three sustained injuries in Chasiv Yar, where attacks also damaged 11 houses, a multi-storey building, and a non-residential building

Russians kill four and injure 11 in morning strike on Izmail, Odesa Oblast (updated)
News - 27 September 2024

Russians kill four and injure 11 in morning strike on Izmail, Odesa Oblast (updated)

The Russians launched attack drones on Odesa oblast’s southern part

Crimean death toll rises: at least 769 locals killed after illegal Russian draft
News - 26 September 2024

Crimean death toll rises: at least 769 locals killed after illegal Russian draft

The Mission pointed out that the actual number of casualties may be higher, as Russia is concealing its real losses

Death toll rises to five after Russian bombings in Kharkiv on September 24, dozens injured
News - 26 September 2024

Death toll rises to five after Russian bombings in Kharkiv on September 24, dozens injured

Russian army personnel struck an apartment block in the north-east Ukrainian city of Kharkiv on September 24, 2024. The wave of strikes, which officials said hit four districts of the city, was conducted by Russia using guided glide bombs

More men than women applied for compensation after experiencing sexual violence during the war
News - 25 September 2024

More men than women applied for compensation after experiencing sexual violence during the war

The official said this fact "breaks the mold" that conflict-related sexual violence only affects women. While she did not provide an exact figure for those who have applied for compensation, the government reported in early August 2024 that there were at least 270 such cases

Russians killed two civilians in attack on residential area in Pokrovsk, Donetsk region
News - 25 September 2024

Russians killed two civilians in attack on residential area in Pokrovsk, Donetsk region

Russian forces damaged residential buildings and cars

Russia plans to attack three Ukrainian nuclear power plants – Zelenskyy
News - 25 September 2024

Russia plans to attack three Ukrainian nuclear power plants – Zelenskyy

The President noted that the Peace Formula aims to protect the UN Charter. He has also invited China and Brazil to the second Peace Summit, while India had already been invited

Kremlin’s forgotten political prisoners in Crimea: Human rights advocates urge global focus on Ukrainian hostages at the Crimea Platform
Articles - 23 September 2024

Kremlin’s forgotten political prisoners in Crimea: Human rights advocates urge global focus on Ukrainian hostages at the Crimea Platform

In this article, ZMINA reveals what was debated on the sidelines of the summit, the potential prerequisites for peace, the scale of the crisis involving Crimeans persecuted by Russia, and why raising awareness is crucial to achieving justice

“Inclusion is about everyone”: Tania Kasian on the challenges and opportunities for Ukrainian businesses in implementing non-discriminatory practices
Articles - 22 September 2024

“Inclusion is about everyone”: Tania Kasian on the challenges and opportunities for Ukrainian businesses in implementing non-discriminatory practices

Read more about the current state of non-discriminatory practices in business, the role of the Corporate Equality Index, the challenges companies face during the war, and the importance of measures that promote inclusion in the interview.

Crimea’s status non-negotiable despite international proposals
News - 19 September 2024

Crimea’s status non-negotiable despite international proposals

The Ukrainian ministry expressed its expectation of support from partners to force Russia to withdraw from Crimea and bring it to justice for violations of international law and international crimes committed on the whole territory of Ukriane

Understanding Russia’s colonial aspirations is key to peace talks
Columns - 16 September 2024

Understanding Russia’s colonial aspirations is key to peace talks

Rory Finnin insists, when discussing peace in Ukraine, it's impossible to ignore the historical context. The Crimean Peninsula, home to Crimean Tatars for centuries, has become a symbol of Russian imperial ambitions. Understanding this complex history is crucial for countering Kremlin propaganda and finding ways to justly resolve the conflict

Russia’s іmperial ambitions: How control of Crimea shapes the future of Eastern Europe
Columns - 16 September 2024

Russia’s іmperial ambitions: How control of Crimea shapes the future of Eastern Europe

We must learn from the Minsk and Normandy processes. Russia has historically used peace talks to undermine partners and prepare for future conflicts. The international community must maintain consensus and prioritize Ukraine's sovereignty, Prof. Wilfried Jilge stated

Zelenskyy pleads for Muslim nations to lead efforts in freeing Crimean Tatars and other political prisoners illegally detained by Russia
News - 14 September 2024

Zelenskyy pleads for Muslim nations to lead efforts in freeing Crimean Tatars and other political prisoners illegally detained by Russia

Zelenskyy emphasised the need for pressure on Russia from all partners to establish a proper exchange system based on the principle of "everyone for everyone." Zelenskyy pointed out that, based on previous experience, releasing political prisoners has been extremely challenging

Elderly and children among casualties in latest Russian strikes of Sumy region
News - 13 September 2024

Elderly and children among casualties in latest Russian strikes of Sumy region

Meanwhile, US Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell stated on September 10 that China is providing direct support to the Russian military apparatus, thus assisting its war against Ukraine