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Vladyslav Samusenko
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How war is shaping Ukraine’s next generation of engineers
In Kharkiv, a city living under constant Russian fire, students are shaping Ukraine’s future from underground classrooms and makeshift labs.

Major corruption scandal and Russian deepfakes | Ukraine This Week
In the latest episode of Ukraine This Week, The Kyiv Independent’s Anna Belokur reports on a major corruption scandal shaking up Ukraine’s government and involving people from President Volodymyr Zelenky's circle.

Negligence scandal in Ukrainian military | Ukraine This Week
In the latest episode of Ukraine This Week, The Kyiv Independent’s Anna Belokur reports on a deadly Russian strike that killed Ukrainian soldiers and civilians allegedly during a military ceremony, prompting outrage and an internal investigation into security lapses.

Trump’s Russia sanctions explained by leading economist
The Kyiv Independent’s Dominic Culverwell sits down with Elina Ribakova, a leading expert on the Russian economy, to unpack the latest U.S. sanctions targeting Rosneft and Lukoil — the oil giants fuelling Moscow’s war.

Estonian defense minister on NATO’s response to Russian threats
The Kyiv Independent’s Tim Zadorozhnyy sits down with Estonian Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur on the sidelines of the Warsaw Security Forum to discuss Russia’s provocations in European airspace, hybrid threats in the Baltic, and NATO’s response.

Europe believes Russia responsible for drone sightings, Dutch PM says
The Kyiv Independent’s Chris York speaks with Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof about Europe’s security and dependence on U.S. support within NATO to deter Russian aggression.

Ukraine's nuclear plants at risk, Russian drones in Europe | Ukraine This Week
In the latest episode of Ukraine This Week, The Kyiv Independent’s Anna Belokur reports on the wave of unidentified drone sightings across Europe — from Denmark to France — that have sparked airport closures, military investigations, and renewed calls to shoot them down.

EU must stop issuing visas to Russians, Latvian foreign minister says
The Kyiv Independent’s Tim Zadorozhnyy sits down with Latvia’s Foreign Minister Baiba Braze on the sidelines of the Warsaw Security Forum to discuss Russia’s provocations in NATO airspace and the dangers of drone incursions across Europe.

Nate Vance on why supporting Ukraine is 'America First'
The Kyiv Independent’s Tim Zadorozhnyy sits down with Nate Vance on the sidelines of the Warsaw Security Forum to discuss his experience fighting for Ukraine as a volunteer soldier, his view of the Russian military’s strengths and vulnerabilities, and Moscow’s provocations against NATO.

A village feast in Ukraine | Dare to Ukraine: Village Ep. 5
In Episode 5 of “Dare to Ukraine: Village,” Masha’s journey reaches its final chapter. Before leaving, she brings everyone together for a shared meal, stories, and moments that reflect her month-long experience.

Ukrainian history vs. Russian propaganda | Dare to Ukraine: Village Ep. 4
In Episode 4 of “Dare to Ukraine: Village,” Masha’s quiet rural routine is interrupted by a new mission: uncover the local history and debunk Russian propaganda myths about Ukraine.

Tarot, cows, and village secrets | Dare to Ukraine: Village Ep. 3
In episode 3 of “Dare to Ukraine: Village,” host Masha Lavrova discovers that village life is about more than chores — it’s about earning the trust of the community.

First taste of Ukrainian village life | Dare to Ukraine: Village Ep. 2
In episode 2 of “Dare to Ukraine: Village,” host Masha Lavrova faces her first full day of village life. With a surprise letter from producer Valeriia, she’s tasked with managing household chores, exploring a local greenhouse, and starting her own little homestead.

Will She Make It? | Dare to Ukraine: Village Ep. 1
What’s it really like to live in a Ukrainian village during wartime? Masha Lavrova leaves the capital, Kyiv, and moves to a village to explore authentic Ukrainian rural life. She tries to survive for a month on a $500 budget — the average Ukrainian salary. Follow Masha’s bumpy journey to her new home in a village in Kyiv Oblast in the first episode.

West not ready for modern war, Ukrainian drone commander says
Deputy commander of one of the flagship units of Ukraine’s Unmanned Systems Forces specializing in the use of FPV (first-person view) drones discusses the current state of drone warfare in Ukraine



