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Head of the UGCC, Sviatoslav, states that the Vatican is not a mediator between Ukraine and Russia, and no one has requested this role.

Head of the UGCC, Sviatoslav, states that the Vatican is not a mediator between Ukraine and Russia, and no one has requested this role.

In a comprehensive interview with RBC-Ukraine, His Beatitude Sviatoslav, the Head of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church and the Major Archbishop of Kyiv-Halych, discussed how the full-scale war has transformed Ukrainian believers, their relationships with the Ukrainian government, Pope Francis, and the Orthodox Church of Ukraine (OCU), as well as the threats posed by Moscow's Orthodoxy and the new calendar.
Arsen Mirzoyan: When the war began, older artists stepped up to help, while younger ones focused on promoting themselves.

Arsen Mirzoyan: When the war began, older artists stepped up to help, while younger ones focused on promoting themselves.

In an interview with RBC Ukraine, singer and honored artist Arsen Mirzoyan discussed his experiences at the front, the start of his relationship with Tonya Matviyenko, booking celebrities, young artists who gained popularity amid the war, fundraising through concerts, and his desire to join the military.
"Russians advanced over the bodies of their soldiers." Insights into the operations and listening capabilities of the GUR's electronic intelligence.

"Russians advanced over the bodies of their soldiers." Insights into the operations and listening capabilities of the GUR's electronic intelligence.

Units of electronic intelligence from the Main Intelligence Directorate (HUR) are monitoring the enemy on occupied territories of our country as well as within Russia itself. Our intelligence operatives are aware of Russian plans even before they are put into action. Military electronic intelligence personnel can identify the criminals in the aggressor state by name and know their locations. A military representative from HUR discussed the operations of electronic intelligence and the horrors of war in an interview with RBC-Ukraine.
25 years of dental innovation: An interview with Anastasia Opanasjuk, co-founder of the Interdisciplinary Dental Center.

25 years of dental innovation: An interview with Anastasia Opanasjuk, co-founder of the Interdisciplinary Dental Center.

The dental market today is saturated with modern technologies, yet only a few clinics offer an integrated approach to treatment. The Interdisciplinary Dental Center named after Opanasюк, which celebrated its 25th anniversary this year, is one such establishment. Over the past quarter of a century, the center has not only maintained high service standards but has also set new trends in Ukrainian dentistry. Co-founder Anastasia Opanasюк shared insights about the company's key development milestones, challenges during wartime, innovations, and the future of digital dentistry in an interview with RBC-Ukraine.
Vadim Ermolayev: The Russian Federation destroyed my plane with a missile strike and stole equipment worth 23 million euros.

Vadim Ermolayev: The Russian Federation destroyed my plane with a missile strike and stole equipment worth 23 million euros.

How the chief developer of Dnipro, Vadim Yermolaev, lives and what he is involved in — in an exclusive interview with RBC-Ukraine.
Dr. Ekaterina Tolstikova: Today, it's possible to have a range of illnesses at 35, rather than just at 60.

Dr. Ekaterina Tolstikova: Today, it's possible to have a range of illnesses at 35, rather than just at 60.

In an exclusive interview with RBC-Ukraine, endocrinologist and nutritionist Ekaterina Tolstikova discussed the impact of stress on health, traditional healing methods, the "rejuvenation" of diseases, self-treatment, the use of dietary supplements and vitamins, as well as the avoidance of gluten, lactose, and carbohydrates. She also addressed issues related to high cholesterol, the benefits and drawbacks of coffee, and the tendency to overeat during holidays.
Indian expert Swasti Rao: The U.S. is a far more significant partner for India than Russia.

Indian expert Swasti Rao: The U.S. is a far more significant partner for India than Russia.

Why does India continue to purchase Russian oil? Is it prepared to act as a mediator between Ukraine and Russia? How does Russian propaganda operate in India, and what impact does it have? Additionally, how can Ukraine effectively reach out to the Indian populace? These questions were addressed by Swasti Rao, a research fellow at the Centre for Europe and Eurasia at the Institute for Defense Studies and Analyses, in an interview with RBK-Ukraine.
Vadim Prystaiko: The Ukrainian president's last name doesn't matter; Russians harbor hatred for all of us.

Vadim Prystaiko: The Ukrainian president's last name doesn't matter; Russians harbor hatred for all of us.

In an interview with RBC-Ukraine, former Ukrainian Foreign Minister and ex-ambassador to the UK Vadym Prystaiko discussed the objectives of Valerii Zaluzhnyi in his role as Ukraine's ambassador to the United Kingdom, as well as the sole meeting between Volodymyr Zelensky and Vladimir Putin.
Lyudmila Cherenko: The poverty rate is skyrocketing, yet people are not seeking social assistance.

Lyudmila Cherenko: The poverty rate is skyrocketing, yet people are not seeking social assistance.

In Ukraine, the level of extreme poverty is on the rise; however, by the end of 2024, the dire predictions made by economists may not come true, according to the Institute of Demography. In an interview with Dr. Lyudmila Cherenko, a doctor of economic sciences, she discusses the salaries of Ukrainians, the shortage of workers and job vacancies, and whether benefits and payments will aid in bringing refugees back from abroad.
Igor Klimenko: There will be no safety in the state if there are no police officers left in the cities.

Igor Klimenko: There will be no safety in the state if there are no police officers left in the cities.

Journalists from RBK-Ukraine visited the frontline area alongside Interior Minister Igor Klymenko. In an interview with RBK-Ukraine, the minister discussed the role of the police at the front, communication between the ministry and the Territorial Defense Forces, the circulation of weapons, and overall safety in the country.
Actor-warrior Vladimir Rashchuk: War is real life, not a movie, so everyone will have to fight.

Actor-warrior Vladimir Rashchuk: War is real life, not a movie, so everyone will have to fight.

What is the mission of Ukrainian cinema today? Why and how are some directors capitalizing on the war? Why will everyone be drawn into the fight? How can we raise a generation of nationalists, and is there a need to ban the Russian language? These thoughts were shared by the renowned Ukrainian actor, athlete, and serviceman, Vladimir Rashchuk, who is also a recipient of the Order of Courage III class.
Head of Sumy Regional State Administration, Volodymyr Artyukh: The Kursk operation has achieved its objective.

Head of Sumy Regional State Administration, Volodymyr Artyukh: The Kursk operation has achieved its objective.

The Sumy region has been enduring Russian shelling and enemy sabotage and reconnaissance groups for nearly three years amid the full-scale war. The Russians are actively targeting the border areas with artillery and airstrikes. In an interview with RBC-Ukraine, the head of the Sumy Regional Military Administration, Vladimir Artyukh, discussed how the situation in the region and in Sumy has evolved since the commencement of the Ukrainian Armed Forces' Kursk operation.
Hitting pause on life isn't a solution. Here's how psychologists in Europe are supporting Ukrainian refugees.

Hitting pause on life isn't a solution. Here's how psychologists in Europe are supporting Ukrainian refugees.

Since the onset of the war, approximately 85,000 Ukrainian refugees have sought temporary refuge in Romania. Among them are Ukrainian psychologists Yanna Nikolaychuk and Halyna Rakhovetska, who are also refugees. They are employed by international humanitarian organizations, assisting their fellow countrymen. There is a high demand for support dealing with issues such as depression, PTSD, and anxiety. To learn more about how these psychologists are helping Ukrainians cope with the stress caused by the war, read the full article on RBC-Ukraine.
Lawyer Vitaliy Tytych: The verdicts in the Maidan cases fail to identify those responsible for these crimes.

Lawyer Vitaliy Tytych: The verdicts in the Maidan cases fail to identify those responsible for these crimes.

On November 30, it marked 11 years since the first crime was committed against the participants of the Revolution of Dignity, when the "Berkut" brutally beat protesting students on Maidan. Today, the verdicts in the "Maidan cases" fail to clarify who should be held accountable. Nearly 90% of the cases submitted to the courts have either been closed or will be closed due to the expiration of the statute of limitations, according to the lawyer for the Heavenly Hundred. In an interview with Vitaliy Tytych for RBK-Ukraine, he discusses the current state of the investigation and the sentences handed down to those found guilty.
Mikhail Podolyak: Ukraine is collaborating with Trump, and his stance on the war and Russia is expected to evolve.

Mikhail Podolyak: Ukraine is collaborating with Trump, and his stance on the war and Russia is expected to evolve.

The Ukrainian side is already collaborating with the team of elected U.S. President Donald Trump and is establishing relationships with the upcoming administration. There is a possibility that his stance on the war with Russia and the principles of a just peace may begin to shift in the near future. This was shared by Mykhailo Podoliak, advisor to the head of the President's Office, in an interview with the YouTube channel RBC-Ukraine.
Snipers "Udav" and "Fizruk": There are no strong emotions when taking down an enemy. It's just part of the job.

Snipers "Udav" and "Fizruk": There are no strong emotions when taking down an enemy. It's just part of the job.

Snipers are frequently referred to as elite soldiers due to their ability to inflict significant losses on the enemy. They often have the power to alter the course of combat in specific areas. What missions do snipers in "specialized" units undertake? How can one join a reconnaissance company, and what qualities are essential for this profession? Read on for more details.
"The Holodomor aimed to break the nation's spirit." How genocide became a generational trauma for Ukraine.

"The Holodomor aimed to break the nation's spirit." How genocide became a generational trauma for Ukraine.

Discover the true purpose of the Holodomor in Ukraine, its demographic consequences for our people, the impact of collective trauma on future generations, and the importance of global recognition of the Holodomor as genocide in this article by RBC-Ukraine.
Vladislav Vlasyuk: We have concerns about our partners due to their indecisiveness regarding sanctions against Russia.

Vladislav Vlasyuk: We have concerns about our partners due to their indecisiveness regarding sanctions against Russia.

In an interview with Vladislav Vlasyuk, the Ukrainian President's Commissioner for Sanctions Policy, he discusses why the sanctions imposed on Russia have not produced the anticipated outcomes, the essential steps needed to achieve those goals, and the role Ukraine plays in shaping the sanction policies of partner countries.
Colonel Sergey Musienko: We have adapted our artillery tactics in the ongoing war.

Colonel Sergey Musienko: We have adapted our artillery tactics in the ongoing war.

In an interview with RBK-Ukraine, Serhiy Musienko, the Deputy Commander of the Missile Forces and Artillery of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, discussed how the tactics of artillery use have evolved in the war. He also addressed the current situation regarding ammunition and artillery systems for Ukrainian troops, the changing strategies of Russian forces, and the factors that enable them to gain ground on the front lines.
Vladimir Ogryzko: For negotiations with Russia to begin, it must first lose Crimea.

Vladimir Ogryzko: For negotiations with Russia to begin, it must first lose Crimea.

In an interview with RBK-Ukraine, former Ukrainian Foreign Minister Volodymyr Ohryzko discussed how to persuade Donald Trump to support Ukraine, the reasons behind Joe Biden's hesitance on the Ukrainian issue, the "cozy environment" among Western politicians, and the fear of a Russian defeat.
Grigory Reshetnik: I was once an ugly duckling, but I have transformed into a beautiful swan.

Grigory Reshetnik: I was once an ugly duckling, but I have transformed into a beautiful swan.

The host of the show "The Bachelor," Grigory Reshetnik, shared his thoughts on the "perfection" of his family and discussed how he managed to overcome childhood insecurities. He also envisioned what he hopes to be like in 20 years.
Singer Andrei Kravchenko: If an artist truly changes their style, it's a positive transformation.

Singer Andrei Kravchenko: If an artist truly changes their style, it's a positive transformation.

In an interview with RBK-Ukraine, singer Andrey Kravchenko discussed his collaboration with director Oleg Vinnik, the artists who have "switched sides" amid the full-scale war between Russia and Ukraine, and the absence of fear during explosions.
Marko Tkachuk: Our goal is to keep IDS Ukraine in top business shape.

Marko Tkachuk: Our goal is to keep IDS Ukraine in top business shape.

In an interview with RBC-Ukraine, Marco Tkachuk, CEO of IDS Ukraine, discussed the transfer of the "Morshynska" brand to the management company several months prior to the case being reviewed by the High Anti-Corruption Court (VAKS), the seizure of the company's assets in favor of the state, and the brand's future development prospects.
Vitaly Portnikov: I see no signs of a war freeze or ceasefire in the coming years.

Vitaly Portnikov: I see no signs of a war freeze or ceasefire in the coming years.

In an interview with RBC-Ukraine, political analyst and television host Vitaliy Portnikov discussed the factors that could lead to the onset of a third world war and the risks associated with nuclear weapon use. He also addressed the strengthening of the "axis of evil," which includes China, Russia, North Korea, and Iran, the lack of consensus in Ukraine regarding strategies for survival, resistance, or capitulation, as well as potential scenarios for the conclusion of the Russia-Ukraine war.
Demographer Alexander Gladun: We must acknowledge that after the war, our country's population will be 30 million.

Demographer Alexander Gladun: We must acknowledge that after the war, our country's population will be 30 million.

The decline in birth rates, mass emigration, and casualties from enemy shelling are significant challenges facing Ukraine due to the ongoing large-scale war. The full extent of these issues remains unclear. In an interview with RBC-Ukraine, we discuss the return of refugees from abroad, the actual population size in the country, and what the demographic strategy should entail.
Singer Tatyana Piskareva: Those who have fled need to realize that there is no one waiting for us anywhere.

Singer Tatyana Piskareva: Those who have fled need to realize that there is no one waiting for us anywhere.

In an interview with RBC-Ukraine, Honored Artist of Ukraine Tatyana Piskareva discussed topics such as runaway performers, her participation in the show "Supermama," scandals involving other contestants, Regina Todorenko, contemporary music, and her personal life.
UK Ambassador Martin Harris: Russia offers no signals for a just world.

UK Ambassador Martin Harris: Russia offers no signals for a just world.

For insights on the conclusion of the war, Ukraine's accession to NATO, Zelensky's victory plan, the "centennial agreement," British sentiments, and the Ukrainian language, read and watch the extensive interview with Martin Harris, the British Ambassador to Ukraine, for RBC-Ukraine.
General Havryliuk: The recruitment volumes for the military in Ukraine and Russia are not comparable.

General Havryliuk: The recruitment volumes for the military in Ukraine and Russia are not comparable.

People and weapons are the essential components of warfare, says Lieutenant General Ivan Gavrilyuk, the First Deputy Minister of Defense. According to him, Russia holds a numerical advantage in both areas. However, in certain fields, Ukraine is already managing to narrow the gap.
Elena Kramarenko from the Ministry of Health: The war has caused environmental damage amounting to trillions of hryvnias.

Elena Kramarenko from the Ministry of Health: The war has caused environmental damage amounting to trillions of hryvnias.

While the war continues, the suffering extends beyond just people and their homes. Missiles and explosives inflict significant damage on the ecosystem. In an interview with Elena Kramarenko, the First Deputy Minister of Environmental Protection and Natural Resources of Ukraine, we explore how this impacts forests, fields, and air quality, as well as the time required to address these issues.