Vlada Toporkova

“We need eyes and ears in Ukraine and Europe,” reads a message from an anonymous Telegram user. This recruiter’s mission is to scour EU citizens to photograph NATO military bases and equipment. But if they can push for more, they will.

From Ukraine’s first independence days to today’s global diplomacy, one of Ukraine’s most prominent diplomats, Volodymyr Yelchenko, offers his view on the realities shaping international institutions and leadership in this exclusive interview with UNITED24 Media.

History is littered with the wreckage of empires built on aggression and deceit. Since a certain global leader decided to launch a textbook case of 21st-century imperialism, the world has been left scratching its head. What’s the logic behind these actions?

The stars in Ukraine shine not only in the sky — they walk among the people. On December 25, Kyiv glows with the light of Ukrainian Christmas and the warmth of countless smiles.

We thank them. We remember them. We stand with those who continue to fight for a free Ukraine. Today, Ukrainian homes are filled with the light of Christmas candles. Behind every flicker lies the sacrifice of those who have given their health, their bodies, and their peace of mind—the Ukrainian defenders.

When a Russian missile strike levels a building, there’s rubble, flames, and frantic rescue efforts. While firefighters and paramedics save lives and recover bodies, another group of first responders comes in—psychologists.