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Volunteering under attack: how to verify a fundraiser and spot scammers
Against the backdrop of mass volunteering, scammers have also become more active – exploiting the war for personal gain. Ukraine's cyber police are recording numerous cases of phishing and fraud where fake volunteers, posing as charity workers, commit crimes by pocketing donations.
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The “Train of Love” no longer runs to Donetsk
Ukrzaliznytsia trains have stopped reaching the stations in Sloviansk and Kramatorsk. Whether service will be restored remains unknown, and at the moment it seems unlikely.
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Pokrovsk became the first city I witnessed being killed before my eyes
Russian occupiers have been attacking Pokrovsk for over a year – since the summer of 2024, when they launched a major offensive in this direction. Since the start of the full-scale invasion, the city’s population has fallen from over 60,000 to barely a thousand (according to the latest data from the Donetsk Regional Administration).
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Ukraine power supply: status, forecasts and tips for outages
As Russian attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure intensify, the country is once again facing widespread electricity restrictions. Stabilization schedules have been introduced across multiple regions, and officials are urging residents to prepare for extended outages. Energy experts warn that the coming winter will be challenging, though a total blackout remains unlikely.
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Emergency first aid in wartime: knowledge that saves lives
The Ukrainian Ministry of Health has updated its guidelines on emergency first aid for civilians, stressing the importance of regular training and free course availability. Officials state that even basic actions in cases of bleeding, burns or other injuries can save lives before medics arrive.
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Stolen future: how the enemy is deporting Ukrainian children—and why we must bring every one of them home
Since the first days of Russia’s full-scale invasion, the assault has gone beyond the destruction of Ukrainian towns and villages—it has targeted Ukraine’s future. As of 2025, more than 20,000 Ukrainian children are officially known to have been forcibly taken to the territory of Russia or temporarily occupied Crimea. These were not evacuations.
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Underground and resilient: the new reality of Ukrainian schools
In 2025, Ukrainian schools operate under the shadow of war, adapting to daily threats. Shelters, underground campuses, and hybrid learning formats have become the new normal. School is no longer just about knowledge — it’s about survival training.
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By the numbers: Ukraine’s population losses amid war
The full-scale war in Ukraine has dramatically reshaped the country’s demographic landscape. Over two and a half years, the population has declined by at least 10 million.
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Russia’s airborne terror: how many missiles and drones have hit Ukraine
Missiles, drones, and guided bombs have become a daily threat to Ukrainian cities since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion. Russia systematically targets residential neighborhoods, hospitals, schools, and markets—places with no military value.
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The murder of Viktoriia Roshchyna shows: The Kremlin is losing control over its torturers
On August 8, 2025, people in Kyiv bid farewell to Viktoriia Roshchyna, a 27-year-old journalist tortured to death while in Russian captivity. Her killing shocked the international community and became another stark reminder of Russia’s brutality and lawlessness.
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When the world feels unsafe: how to talk to children about war
Children experience war without filters — through alarms, anxious adults, and random bits of information from screens. The constant stream of news and social media can harm a child’s mental health more deeply than a physical explosion. Frontliner offers practical guidance on how to talk to your child about war, help them cope with fear, and create a sense of safety. In times of crisis, your calm presence and honest words are the most powerful support you can give.
