Kyiv. A quick update on the current situation (it may differ across city districts). No power for 12 hours already, minimal central heating (just enough to keep the system from freezing). Luckily, we have water back (only cold). -9 °C outside.

Greetings from Kyiv. We survived the night. No electricity, water, or heating at home. –8 °C outside. Some apartments in our building lost their windows in the attack. Still, I believe everything will be fine.

Next week, I’m planning a live talk with supporters. If you have questions you’d like me to answer live, please leave them in the comments on Patreon. It helps me prepare and not miss anything. www.patreon.com/posts/live-t...

While on the deployment, I also recorded this video about my book that I literally wrote on the battlefield of Ukraine. It means really a lot to me, and all your kind words were such an encouragement that helped me bring that book to reality. Watch it! youtu.be/V9SZ0gQjg5o...

...most of these nets were once used for fishing, but today they 'hunt' russian drones, aiming to snare their propellers in the mesh. This simple solution saves Ukrainian lives. This type of defense is a common sight in frontline zones like the Kherson, Kharkiv, and Sumy regions.

The situation in the city of Dnipro now. Some areas are plunged into complete darkness. The city of Kryvyi Rih has just been attacked by 2 ballistic missiles. "Shaheds" are moving towards the city: terrorists are probably trying to repeat the scenario of yesterday's terror in the city of Dnipro. 🤬🫡🐱

Greetings from Kyiv. So often, we rush through life, chasing the future instead of stopping to see the present. The weather today was beautiful. Life isn’t easy now, but we can always pause and notice the beauty.

These past few days have been calm in Kyiv. But russia keeps striking energy infrastructure. Today, Dnipro city and region (central-eastern Ukraine) are in blackout after another attack. Severe frosts are coming.

Consequences of terrorist attacks: Power supply restrictions for Zaporizhia have begun. All(!) CHPs in the Dnipro region have been shut down. Now there is no electricity, no water, no heating, no internet, no communication. THE ATTACK ON THESE REGIONS CONTINUES! 🤬🫡💛💙

I'd be glad to know your thoughts and feelings🤍☺️ www.patreon.com/posts/147545...

🇺🇦Artist Aida - "In my mind"🇺🇦 "The question is - where are we looking?" -Powerful story about a special painting -A deep, deep psychological reflection, almost a lecture, that everyone should read! PLEASE read Aida's Patreon blog ⬇️ -free to read, please share everywhere! -become a member if you can

You are spending a quiet evening with your family when suddenly, a russian shell hits your apartment... Yes, this video is about exactly that. This evening, russian occupiers launched an artillery strike on the Korabelnyi district of Kherson, hitting a high-rise residential building.

I suggest you take a short break and look at this piece of Ukrainian art. 🇺🇦 Viktor Zaretsky, A Talk about Bread, 1984. Here, he’s already strongly influenced by Klimt.

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The video shows Verbivka, a frontline village in the Kharkiv region. And Vitaliy Dybrovskiy, whom you already know from my posts, is working hard with his team to help people.

Good morning🤍 Today I'm preparing a creative space for a new painting And while I'm at it, you can read my new Patreon post about creating a painting "In My Head" A post about what's inside each of us www.patreon.com/posts/147545...

I do want Ukraine to be heard and seen (a hard job, believe me). Saw this today and loved it. There’s something very honest, perhaps even naive, in this painting. 🇺🇦 Viktor Zaretsky, My Guests, 1964

The story of how I came up with the idea for the painting "In My Head" and the meaning behind it🤍 The new post is now on Patreon and available to everyone The link is below 👇🏻👇🏻

A video excerpt from a Patreon post I'd be glad if you read it🤍 link 👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻

Greetings from Kyiv, where I’m having a warcoffee. A calm winter day here. I visited an exhibition to learn more about Ukraine and to share that knowledge with you. Have a good Tuesday.

I saw it yesterday and loved it. I want you to see it too. A typical photo studio interior in Kyiv, late 19th – early 20th century. Ukraine was more than the rural image you often get.

Agree. Too often posts only try to evoke emotions, often without facts checked. I also have to be careful not to fall into this trap. Sharing knowledge is actually the most valuable part of social media, with so many different people and cultures. Thank you for teaching us about Ukraine!

What I miss on social media is knowledge. We see things that evoke emotions, but rarely those that awaken our minds. I do and will keep doing unpopular things. I’ll keep educating you about Ukraine. Let’s use social media wisely. Less hype, more knowledge.

💙💛Sunday Letter - Jan 04, 2026💙💛 -News: stalled peace talks, ongoing attacks -History: A Brotherhood that tried to reshape society under imperial rule two centuries ago Ukrainian political thinking did not emerge yesterday! Read Yaroslava's Patreon blog ⬇️ free to read, please share everywhere!

🤝 In a world where might makes right, I choose solidarity. It’s not loud or flashy, but it lasts. Donors and volunteers around @69thsb.bsky.social have delivered 900+ trucks to the front since 2022. Start the year the way you mean to live it. In 2026, I choose steadfast solidarity. 💙💛

January 5 is "Holodna Kutia" in Ukraine

More about traditional Ukraine for you. January 5 is Holodna Kutia (literally Hungry Kutia). A quiet day of strict fasting before Epiphany. It was believed that water on this evening holds special power. Kutia is a traditional Ukrainian ritual dish made of wheat, honey, and poppy seeds.

It's a wonderful feeling to get creative after the holidays Today I'm writing a post and editing a video Every time I post on Patreon, it's like a mini-story I love the details so that each of you can immerse yourself in my little world of creativity Coming soon🤍

Written in 1846. Ukraine will rise from its grave and call out to Slavic peoples – and they will hear her call. There will be no tsar, no prince, no lord. From The Book of the Genesis of the Ukrainian People

A walk along the Dnipro embankment in Kyiv. The river is still frozen, fishermen keep fishing. Life goes on.

Fighting russia's "liberation" - read/watch⬇️

This short report is about the war from up close, about a city that holds on, and about the people upon whom its future depends. Against a backdrop of constant threat, Ukrainian journalist Taras Ibragimov traveled to Kostiantynivka to show what the city's defense looks like today.

Greetings from Kyiv. Briefly about the night: a medical facility was hit in the city – four people injured, one killed. I heard explosions, but they were definitely in another district. Bombers expected (but not actually) in the morning returned to their airfields.

Time to charge devices in Kyiv. We’ve been warned of a possible missile attack. Not sure many care, but that’s okay. I’m writing for those who do.

Concise but perfect reading of this interesting Brotherhood which held ideas that are still very relevant today. The origins of Cyrillic, going back to the 9th C., were a gentle reminder of the wealth of Ukrainian history. Thank you for writing this beautiful letter, Yara. 💙💛

💙💛Sunday Letter - Jan 04, 2026💙💛 -News: stalled peace talks, ongoing attacks -History: A Brotherhood that tried to reshape society under imperial rule two centuries ago Ukrainian political thinking did not emerge yesterday! Read Yaroslava's Patreon blog ⬇️ free to read, please share everywhere!

Sunday Letter from Ukraine. The Cyril and Methodius Brotherhood www.patreon.com/posts/sunday...

Ukrainian political thinking did not emerge yesterday, nor as a reaction to the twentieth century.

Greetings from Kyiv! Today, I wrote as usual and later visited a museum. Look what I saw. Traditional wooden sleighs once used in rural Ukraine in the 19th-early 20th century to carry hay, firewood, grain, and people.

A modern Ukrainian artist from Kharkiv, Kateryna Poltavska. Gorgeous work

Eine weitere Veränderung im ukrainischen Machtsystem: Langjähriger Ex-Premier und Verteidigungsminister Denys Schmyhal soll Energieminister und erster Vizepremier werden. Techokrat Schmyhal stammt aus der Energiebranche und ist eine ausgesprochen gute Besetzung, mir tut es jedoch für ihn sehr leid.

I apologize for not strongly condemning yesterday's attacks in Kharkiv here (I did on X) @strategywoman.bsky.social Intention was to keep this place kind. Wrong, the truth must be heard, and cruelty must be confronted with clear and honest words. Leaders and the media must be called to account.

Reading the news from Kharkiv, where a residential area was hit today. At least 30 people injured, a child killed 💔 So unfair. The least we can do is shout about russian crimes.

It’s the final part of the Goat Ritual. I told you about it before. Next Christmas season, I hope to show and tell you more. I love how Ukrainian traditions come to life.

A new year begins. As each month, thank you to everyone who supports my work and helps keep Ukraine visible. I continue − with gratitude. You can join my work on Patreon if it resonates with you: www.patreon.com/strategywoman

Greetings from Kyiv, and Happy New Year! I love reminding you of our spirit. May it inspire you and give you strength whenever you need it.

2026 has arrived in Ukraine. As our President said: We want an end to the war – not an end to Ukraine. Thank you to everyone who stands with these words.

Happy New Year, Ukraine! The New Year has officially begun in Kyiv! 🫡🐱🇺🇦🎅❄️☃️🎄 We are not impossible to break! May the New Year bring victory closer! May every day be a step towards a just peace! May the enemy have only losses in the New Year! More drones - less orcs!

💙💛 December 31 letter from Ukraine 💙💛 A traditional last letter of the year by Yaroslava. Join us in learning from her if you don't already.

Happy New Year! 🫡🐱🇺🇦🎅❄️☃️🎄🍾🥂 On the last day of 2025, my Kyiv looks like this: ❤️