Mykyta Shandyba

In the darkness, the elite “Vampires” of Ukraine’s 25th Airborne Brigade unleash precision strikes from the skies. Armed with high-tech drones and a relentless resolve, they silently stalk the Russian forces, delivering deadly blows without mercy. This is the story of their deadly nightly operations.

Hidden in dense forests, Ukraine’s 10th Edelweiss Mountain Assault Brigade is mastering the brutal art of close combat—storming trenches, dodging ambushes, and perfecting every move for the moment they face Russian forces on the front lines.

With pinpoint accuracy and rapid strikes, the American-made howitzer is reshaping the battlefield—wielded by Ukraine’s 93rd Kholodnyi Yar Mechanized Brigade.

Kilometers from Ukraine’s frontline, foreign volunteers engineer the future of drone warfare.

Ukraine’s 14th Deep Strike Regiment of the Unmanned Systems Forces is preparing for another mission—one that could hit Russia where it hurts: airbases, oilfields, and other critical infrastructure. In this exclusive photo report, we take you inside their operations, capturing the precision, skill, and cutting-edge technology behind Ukraine’s long-range drone strikes.

Despite Russia’s ongoing assaults, Mykolaiv’s healthcare professionals continue to deliver critical care at the Regional Clinical Hospital, prioritizing patient recovery and support.