The Ukrainian documentaries “The Porcelain War” and “Once Upon a Time in Ukraine” have been shortlisted for the 97th Academy Awards.
On the 91st anniversary of the Holodomor: UK statement to the OSCE
Today, on Holodomor Memorial Day, we remember the millions of victims of the devastating famine of 1932-1933 and think of those still suffering as a result of the Kremlin’s attacks on Ukrainian grain” – UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.
Organ Made From Missile Shells Installed at Lviv Train Station
An organ crafted from the remnants of Russian missile shells now stands at Lviv railway station, transforming tools of war into instruments of peace. Weekend performances by international musicians will run until January 19, celebrating resilience and creativity.
In Crimea, the occupiers are persecuting 117 people in the “Hizb ut-Tahrir case” – human rights activists
The Crimean Tatar Resource Center has reported that Russia actively practices religious persecution on the peninsula. 117 individuals are currently at some stage of persecution. Russia has accused Crimean Tatars of being members of Hizb ut-Tahrir, who are banned in Russia as a terrorist organization but operate legally in Ukraine.
Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, November 1, 2024
Patriarch Kirill, head of the Kremlin-controlled Russian Orthodox Church Moscow Patriarchate (ROC MP), highlighted ongoing social and ideological divides within Russian society while reiterating boilerplate justifications for the war in Ukraine. Kirill noted that while the war in Ukraine is the “most pressing threat” to the Russian state, some people within Russian society “prefer to ignore” what is happening on the frontline in Ukraine and the struggles of people who live in Russian border areas closer to the combat zone.
Kasparov Supports Carlsen’s Call to Maintain Sanctions
Garry Kasparov expressed his support for Magnus Carlsen’s call to maintain sanctions against the Russian and Belarusian chess federations. On X, he praised Carlsen as a commendable successor, adding a Ukrainian flag to his post, highlighting solidarity.
Germany Hosts 3.5 Million Refugees, Over 1 Million Ukrainians
By mid-2024, Germany hosted 3.48 million refugees, including 1.18 million Ukrainians, marking a new record. Refugee numbers rose by 60,000 since 2023, while those facing deportation fell to 226,882. Many Ukrainian refugees are hesitant to return home despite improved conditions.
Yale Professor Takes Up Post at Kyiv Ukraine School of Economics
Renowned Yale philosophy professor, Jason Stanley, has embraced a permanent visiting role at the Kyiv School of Economics in Ukraine while maintaining his primary position at Yale. Stanley declares his commitment to donate his entire salary from the Kyiv position.
Gifts of Resilience: Supporting Ukraine’s Entrepreneurs
Amidst the challenges of the full-scale Russian invasion, Ukrainian entrepreneurs showcase remarkable resilience. October witnessed a surge in new small and medium-sized businesses. To bolster Ukraine’s economy, consider purchasing Ukrainian brands.
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