Ukraine Unfiltered

Ukraines Drones Hit Russian Helicopters in Crimea, Warning of New Energy Attacks, Reports of Executions by Russian Forces — September 1 Recap

In this episode of Ukraine Unfiltered, we cover the key events from August 31. Ukrainian drones destroyed Russian helicopters in occupied Crimea, analysts warn of new Russian attacks on Ukraine’s energy grid, and a new report reveals a sharp rise in executions of Ukrainian prisoners of war. We also look at Zelenskyy’s talks with European allies, economic updates, and preparations for the new school year.

23 Dead in Massive Russian Strike on Kyiv, Ukraine Hits Russian Refineries in Krasnodar Region, Zelenskyy Prepares for UN Visit — Ukraine, August 29

A deadly Russian missile and drone strike on Kyiv leaves 23 civilians dead and dozens injured. President Zelenskyy names a new ambassador to the United States ahead of key peace talks. We also look at Ukraine’s military response, international reactions, and the resilience of Ukraine’s air defenders. All this and more in today’s Ukraine Unfiltered.

Russian troops enter Dnipropetrovsk region, Kyiv Under Fire Again, Ukraine Launches Lithium Tender — Ukraine, August 28

Russian troops enter Dnipropetrovsk region for the first time, signaling a possible shift in the war. Overnight, Kyiv faces one of the deadliest attacks in recent months. We cover heavy strikes across Zaporizhzhia, new Russian losses, and a soldier’s shocking survival story. Plus: Ukraine’s lithium future and a new ambassador to Washington.

Russia Attacks 9 Regions with Drones, Spy Ring in Odesa, and Medics Facing PTSD — Ukraine, August 27

On today’s episode of Ukraine Unfiltered, we cover a massive overnight drone and missile attack across nine Ukrainian regions, Zelensky’s closed meeting on mobilization, frontline updates, and Ukraine’s growing campaign against Russian oil infrastructure. We also dive into grain exports, a spy ring in Odesa, mental health challenges for medics, and how music and robotics offer hope amid the war.

146 Ukrainians Freed, U.S. Envoy Visits Kyiv, Starlink at Risk After Polish Veto — Ukraine's Updates, August 26

On August 25, Russia launched over 500 strikes across Ukraine, followed by another massive drone and missile attack overnight. President Zelenskyy asks for $1 billion in monthly U.S. military aid. Meanwhile, 146 Ukrainian prisoners return home in a symbolic swap. We cover it all — frontline updates, shifting diplomacy, new aid from Canada and Norway, and a heartwarming concert in war-torn Kramatorsk.