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April 12, 2024
Ukrainians honored for saving animals during war

Animal rights groups and political leaders are honoring activists who are saving animals affected by the war in Ukraine. Among those being recognized is Maria Vronska, who runs a Kyiv-area shelter that cares for more than 700 dogs and cats. Anna Kosstutschenko reports. Camera: Pavel Suhodolskiy.
April 11, 2024
‘Grandfather’ and ‘Mix’: Two Ukrainian mortarmen share their stories

A volunteer fighter from western Ukraine who goes by call sign Grandfather, and his commander from Crimea, known as Mix, are fighting shoulder to shoulder in Donbas. Anna Kosstutschenko met with the two men on the front lines of the war with Russia. Camera and video editing by Pavel Suhodolskiy.
March 15, 2024
Called the 'Witch,' Ukrainian Commander Oversees Mortar Battery

Once a successful lawyer, Olha Bihar is now a military commander in Ukraine's Territorial Defense Forces. Bihar – who goes by the call sign Witch – oversees a mortar battery. Anna Kosstutschenko has her story.
February 28, 2024
How US Howitzers Help Ukraine on Front Lines

The Howitzers are part of a 1.2-billion-dollar defense agreement between Ukraine and Germany. Anna Kosstutschenko has the story. Camera and edit: Pavel Suhodolskiy
February 23, 2024
Ukrainian Soccer Star Joins Armed Forces as Soldier, Paramedic

Once a defender on the soccer field, Ukrainian athlete Vladyslav Vashchuk now defends his country. Vashchuk joined the National Guard of Ukraine in May 2022. Since then, he has worked as a soldier and paramedic. Anna Kosstutschenko reports.
January 12, 2024
Ukrainian POW Recalls Time in Russian Captivity

Anton Shtukin, a 20-year-old fighter with the National Guard of Ukraine, was released after a year of Russian captivity on May 6, 2023
January 09, 2024
Journalists Question Relevancy of Ukraine's United TV Marathon

Seen as a useful tool to provide credible information at the start of Russia's invasion, many say Ukraine's United TV Marathon is no longer needed
January 04, 2024
Residents Regroup After Russian Missile Attack on Kyiv

Burned residential buildings, destroyed warehouses, scorched cars — these are the consequences of a Russian missile attack Tuesday in Kyiv. According to the mayor's office, 50 people were injured and at least two were killed. Anna Kosstutschenko talked to survivors. VOA footage by Pavel Suhodolskiy.
December 18, 2023
Internally Displaced Ukrainian Women Find Housing, Stay Hopeful

A mother of three, a boarding school teacher, and a successful supply manager — three Ukrainian women who became internally displaced after Russia invaded Ukraine. Anna Kosstutschenko met with the women, who have found a temporary home in Odesa. Camera and video editing by Pavel Suhodolskiy.
December 07, 2023
Odesa Volunteer Recycles to Help Soldiers on Front Lines

Odesa resident Semen Turuta collects recycled materials to raise money for Ukraine. After he started recycling, local residents began collecting discarded items to help
November 17, 2023
Injured Ukrainian Soldier Adapts to Losing Limbs, Eyesight

Although he lost his right arm and leg and most of his eyesight, that hasn’t stopped him from staying active
November 03, 2023
Russian Drones Destroy Ukrainian Grain Storage Facilities

Ukrainian farmers say Russian drones have been targeting grain storehouses in central Ukraine in an attempt to harm the country's infrastructure and economy. Anna Kosstutschenko has this story from Ukraine's Odesa and Cherkasy Regions. VOA footage by Pavel Suhodolskiy.
October 09, 2023
Donors From US Help Restore School in Ukraine’s Chernihiv Region

Russian shelling is said to have destroyed or damaged 27 out of 34 schools in Ukraine's Chernihiv region. But even as the war continues, some schools are starting to reopen with lots of help from abroad. Anna Kosstutschenko has the story. Camera and video editing by Pavel Suhodolskiy.
August 02, 2023
German Farmer in Ukraine Fights to Keep Business, Help Military

For Ukrainian farmers working there, it was just another challenge as they try to make a living during wartime
July 28, 2023
US Doctors Help Ukrainian Colleagues Treat Complex Abdominal Injuries

Kyiv-born colon, rectal surgeon working in Chicago brings colleagues to Ukraine to share knowledge with local doctors
June 27, 2023
Ukraine Fights Russia With Various Aircraft While Waiting for F-16 Jets

Ukrainian pilots are using the Mi-8, a medium twin-turbine helicopter that is used to transport cargo and fight fires, but for battle purposes is armed with unguided missiles
June 16, 2023
US Halo Trust Helps Demine Ukraine's Mykolaiv Region

More than 1,500 explosives scattered around 10 hectares – this is what Halo Trust mine sweepers found in just a week in Ukraine's Mykolaiv region. The NGO whose task is to clear landmines and other explosive devices has been working in Ukraine since 2015.
June 09, 2023
Ukrainian Farmer Demines Fields With Bare Hands

Ukrainian farmer estimates the Russian invasion cost him some 15 million dollars since the start of the war
April 21, 2023
These Ukrainian Women Left Pre-War Lives Behind to Join Armed Forces

Ukrainian women from all walks of life have joined the armed forces to fight for their homes and country. Anna Kosstutschenko met with some near Bakhmut. Video: Pavel Suhodolskiy
April 13, 2023
US Howitzers Help Ukraine Counter Russia's Aggression

Ukrainian forces fire M777s and M119s on the front lines in the Donetsk region

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