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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

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

Russian authorities intensify pressure on detained Crimean journalist Remzi Bekirov. Human rights defenders call for letter writing campaign
News - 10 September 2024

Russian authorities intensify pressure on detained Crimean journalist Remzi Bekirov. Human rights defenders call for letter writing campaign

Since the citizen of Ukraine arrived in Abakan, wardens have repeatedly and unjustifiably placed Bekirov in a punishment cell

Russian shelling of Nikopol in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast kills a child, injures three adults
News - 09 September 2024

Russian shelling of Nikopol in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast kills a child, injures three adults

A boy was killed due to Russian artillery shelling in Nikopol. Rescue workers pulled the body from under the rubble of a damaged building

Russian attacks kill eight civilians, injure 11 more in Donetsk Oblast over past 24 hours
News - 08 September 2024

Russian attacks kill eight civilians, injure 11 more in Donetsk Oblast over past 24 hours

Since the onset of the full-scale invasion, the death toll in the Donetsk Oblast, excluding Mariupol and Volnovakha, has reached 2,739

From Russia Today to Venice: Venice Film Festival showed Russian propaganda
News - 07 September 2024

From Russia Today to Venice: Venice Film Festival showed Russian propaganda

Mostra Internazionale d’Arte Cinematografica showcasted the documentary "Russians at War" with Russian propaganda by Russian-Canadian director Anastasia Trofimova

Seven dead in Lviv in fresh wave of Russian strikes on Ukraine on September 4
News - 04 September 2024

Seven dead in Lviv in fresh wave of Russian strikes on Ukraine on September 4

Among those killed were a baby and two girls aged nine and 14 as well as a woman working as a midwife in the city, officials said

Russians damage mosque and islamic cultural center in Kyiv
News - 02 September 2024

Russians damage mosque and islamic cultural center in Kyiv

Local authorities reported that debris from destroyed missiles injured three people

Russian Armed Forces strike Kharkiv multiple times, leaving almost 30 civilians injured
News - 01 September 2024

Russian Armed Forces strike Kharkiv multiple times, leaving almost 30 civilians injured

More than 40 civilians were injured, including 5 children. People may be trapped under the rubble

Majority of Ukrainians see no distinction between Russian government and people in war responsibility
News - 01 September 2024

Majority of Ukrainians see no distinction between Russian government and people in war responsibility

Sociologists note this view is shared by both the youngest and oldest generations of Ukrainians – 66% among young people aged 18 to 29 and 60% among those aged 60 and up