Stories from Donbas · Ukraine

A local media figure in Ukraine is accused of collecting approximately 11 million rubles over three years by building a public image around rescuing animals from Donbas.

A railway line from World War II is proving for evacuations in the Donbas region. This historical infrastructure is being used to transport civilians out of the conflict zone. The railway's strategic importance has resurfaced due to current events.

A World War II railway line is for the evacuation of the Donbas region. A World War II-era railway is proving for evacuation efforts in the Donbas region. The historical infrastructure is being utilized to facilitate the safe departure of residents from the conflict zone.

A shelter owner, Yulia Khamtsova, is accused of misappropriating donations intended for animal rescue in the Donbas region. Funds were reportedly diverted to Khamtsova's personal bank account, while the clinic used for animal care was also owned by her.

Miners from Donbas dug under a reactor to prevent a major risk of a hydrogen explosion. If water had come into contact with the hot material, a explosion could have occurred with effects spanning hundreds of kilometers.

Senior Lieutenant Anton Mishkov led a group of paratroopers who were ambushed during military operations in Donbas in 2022.