Ukrainian military journalist dies in Sloviansk
Anastasiia Volkova had worked as a journalist in combat hotspots in Luhansk and Donetsk oblasts since 2018.
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Ukrainian public broadcaster launches broadcasting separate from state-sponsored telethon
The telethon was seen as a legitimate response to Russia's aggression but later it was accused of monopolizing television coverage and stifling dissent. Some opposition television channels have complained that they were excluded from the telethon due to their political stance.
Tucker Carlson's team denies launching show on Russian TV
The Russian state television network Rossiya 24 posted episodes of a purported new show with U.S. far-right political commentator and conspiracy theorist Tucker Carlson on May 21, but Carlson's team said he had nothing to do with it.
EU suspends 4 more Russian propaganda outlets
Voice of Europe, RIA Novosti, Izvestia, and Rossiyskaya Gazeta were recognized as such that spread and supported Russian propaganda and the war against Ukraine.
Media: EU ambassadors agree on 'broadcast ban' of key Russian propaganda outlets
The move would reportedly impact Rossiyskaya Gazeta, Voice of Europe, RIA Novosti, and Izvestiya, said RFE/RL Europe Editor Rikard Jozwiak.
Russia approves bill to ban 'undesirable' foreign state-funded organizations
Organizations belonging to the list are banned from operating in Russia, and it is illegal for individuals or other media outlets to share their content.
Parliament restores limited access for journalists during plenary sessions
Only up to 30 journalists will be allowed to work in the parliament's building at once due to security measures.
Kyiv Independent partners with French investigative outlet Mediapart
The Kyiv Independent and French investigative online newspaper Mediapart have launched a joint partnership, providing audiences of both outlets with more access to in-depth reporting.
Navy spokesperson Pletenchuk appointed as new press chief of Southern Defense Forces
The previous press chief, Nataliia Humeniuk, was dismissed on April 19.
Humeniuk dismissed as press chief of Southern Defense Forces
The General Staff's announcement did not mention the reason for Humeniuk's dismissal, but said that the search for her replacement is underway.
RFE/RL Schemes investigation reveals over 2,000 foreign-made parts used in Russian Sukhoi fighter jets
Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty's investigation project Schemes revealed on April 17 that over 2,000 foreign-made electronic components are allegedly contained in Russian Sukhoi (Su-type) fighter jets, primarily originating from Japan and the United States.
Time names Yermak, Navalnaya among 100 most influential people of 2024
The Time magazine published its list of "The 100 most influential people of 2024," including Andriy Yermak, the head of Ukraine's Presidential Office, and Yulia Navalnaya, the widow of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny.
Media association calls for replacement of Southern Defense Forces' press department head
Ukrainian media association Mediarukh called on April 16 for the replacement of Nataliia Humeniuk, the head of the Southern Defense Forces' press department, for allegedly hindering proper war coverage in Kherson Oblast.
International Press Institute sends letter to Ukrainian authorities after intimidation of journalists
"(W)e call on authorities to establish systemic safeguards that prevent SBU officials from targeting journalists or other critics in retaliation for their work, and protect journalists who report on possible misconduct or crimes by SBU officials," the letter said.
Ukrainian journalist allegedly targeted by enlistment officers as 'revenge' for investigation
A Ukrainian investigative journalism outlet Slidstvo.Info said on April 6 that their journalist, Yevhenii Shulhat, appeared to be targeted for military draft as retaliation for his work investigating authorities.
Ukrainian photojournalist wins World Press Photo prize
Ukrainian photojournalist Julia Kochetova was announced as one of the 2024 World Press Photo Contest winners on April 3 for her multidisciplinary project "War Is Personal."
Journalist Ihar Karnei to be tried in Belarus for 'participation in extremist group'
Ihar Karnei, a former freelance journalist with Radio Svaboda, the Belarus service of the U.S. Congress-funded broadcaster Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL), will be tried in Minsk on March 19.
CIUS: 4 myths about Ukraine that are not true
Editor's note: The Kyiv Independent is exclusively re-publishing reports prepared by the Canadian Institute of Ukrainian Studies (CIUS) of the University of Alberta. CIUS launched its Media Monitoring Service (MMS) in the spring of 2022 to identify and critically assess dominant narratives, with a special focus on disinformation, in selected
Russia labels RFE/RL an 'undesirable organization'
RFE/RL suspended its operations in Russia in March 2022, shortly after the beginning of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine and subsequent crackdown on media in Russia.
Cybersecurity agency: Russian hackers target Ukrainian media
The statement named Ukrainska Pravda, Liga.net, Apostrophe, and Telegraf as media outlets affected by the attack.
Justice minister, G7 ambassadors discuss law enforcement reforms
During the meeting with the justice minister, the ambassadors reportedly emphasized the importance of reforms in the judicial and law enforcement spheres to spur greater investment and backing from the international community.
Bihus.Info investigative outlet says SBU behind illegal surveillance of its team
Ukrainian investigative media outlet Bihus.info reported on Feb. 5 that the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) was behind illegal surveillance of the outlet's team, after which a video appeared online showing some staff members allegedly using drugs during a private party.
A power grab or a weapon against Russia? Ukraine's ‘TV marathon’ explained
One of the war-time projects most treasured by the Ukrainian government is Ukraine's TV marathon – a united news programming produced by the country's biggest media outlets altogether, which broadcasts 24/7 on all major Ukrainian TV channels. Branded as "United News," the TV marathon was launched at the very beginning
Mariia Leonova: Advertising in independent Ukrainian media is an investment in security
Editor's Note: This story was sponsored by Stars4Media, a programme co-funded by the European Commission aiming at facilitating cooperation between media professionals, and accelerating media innovation and cross-border coverage in Europe, Over the past year of Russia’s all-out war against Ukraine, our team at The Tellers Agency has considered
Zelensky's party lawmaker buys nationwide television channel
Oleksiy Kovalov, a lawmaker with the ruling 242-member Servant of the People party, announced on Dec. 28 that he has bought the nationwide TV Channel 4. Kovalov said that the broadcaster with its team of 200 people will preserve its “pro-Ukrainian vector” and independent editorial policy. “Our family decided to
HBO acquires Ukrainian war drama 'Bad Roads'
U.S. pay television network HBO has acquired the Ukrainian war drama “Bad Roads,” directed by acclaimed playwright and filmmaker Natalya Vorozhbit. The film is now available in original Ukrainian and Russian languages, with English subtitles on HBO's streaming platform HBO Go, but only in Central Europe, according to the
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