Solutions From Ukraine

Solutions to farming during war and mine detection in Ukraine

Ukrainian authorities estimate as much as 30% of Ukraine’s territory may be at risk of landmines. More than a year into russia’s full-scale war, Ukraine is working to demine its territories, which Ukraine’s armed forces have bravely liberated. Landmines not only impact Ukraine’s agriculture and environment today, but pose hidden risks for years to come. Today we talk about solutions to these issues in stories.
 
Stories mentioned in the episode:
https://rubryka.com/en/article/cow-farm-muzychy/ 
https://rubryka.com/en/article/ukrainian-farmers/ 
 
Hosts: Anastasia Rudenko, editor-in-chief of Rubryka, and Vladyslav Faraponov, analyst at Internews-Ukraine.
 
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Ukraine’s victory is the only solution to the global food crisis

It's more than a year into russia’s war on Ukraine and eight months that the Black Sea Grain Deal has been in effect. The breadbasket of the region, Ukraine wants to keep its ports open to trading but must negotiate to operate in its own waters, under threat from the russian navy. In the new episode, Rubryka discusses the significance of this trade route: was it a success or failure for Ukraine and the world?  Why does Ukraine want to keep it open, while russia insists on causing problems?
Editor’s note: at the time of recording the extension of the Grain Deal had not yet been confirmed. Eventually, it was confirmed that the current scheme would remain in place for another 120 days.
 
Stories mentioned in the episode: https://rubryka.com/en/blog/black-sea-corridor/ 
 
Hosts: Anastasia Rudenko, editor-in-chief of Rubryka, and Vladyslav Faraponov, analyst at Internews-Ukraine.
 
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Ukrainian women make a difference on the battleground

Ukraine’s women have been put to the test, and have proven themselves both on the front line and at the second line of support to the army. Could this wartime progress also be a litmus test for Ukraine’s democratic future? In this episode we discuss the issues Ukrainian women in the  military have faced and what solutions they’ve developed to address them.
 
Story mentioned in the episode:
https://rubryka.com/en/article/zhinocha-vijskova-forma/ 
 
Hosts: Anastasia Rudenko, editor-in-chief of Rubryka, and Vladyslav Faraponov, analyst at Internews-Ukraine.
 
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Why Ukrainian refugees abroad need support

putin’s war of choice in Ukraine displaced 20 million people – half of them within the country and half abroad. Since the outbreak of war, Ukrainians have sought safer spaces to continue their lives with comfort and peace of mind. In this episode, Rubryka looks at solutions that host communities have developed to help young and old Ukrainians living abroad and explores why it is so important for Ukraine to welcome them back after Ukraine’s victory. 
 
Hosts: Anastasia Rudenko, editor-in-chief of Rubryka, and Vladyslav Faraponov, analyst at Internews-Ukraine.
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Why Leopards are the best solution for Ukraine: episode 10

Ukraine has been pleading with its Western allies to send weapons ever since last March, when its armed forces were battling the russian army in the streets of the capital, Kyiv. Ukraine’s allies promised to send it the tanks it needs to push russia back to internationally-recognized borders – but it took weeks of political back-and-forth for European leaders to agree on sending the most modern Western tanks, instead of outdated Soviet-made ones. Today we’re discussing what this decision means for Ukraine and what Ukraine needs beyond just tanks.
 
Hosts: Anastasia Rudenko, editor-in-chief of Rubryka, and Vladyslav Faraponov, analyst at Internews-Ukraine.
 
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Ukrainian resilience proved russia couldn’t win the war: episode 9

russia’s recent brutal attacks only strengthened Ukraine’s resolve and self-organization. On January 18, a helicopter crashed into a kindergarten in Kyiv. Why should russia be blamed for it regardless of what the investigation will show? It is already known that the helicopter was flying to one of the hot spots in the Kharkiv region, where Ukraine's armed forces conducted a massive counteroffensive in the east. The helicopter wouldn't be flying so low if russia didn't launch a full-scale war. Learn more about how Ukrainian volunteers helped those affected by the tragedies of war.
 
We don’t leave even for a minute”: how the volunteers in Dnipro help the rescuers:
https://rubryka.com/en/article/dnipro-volontery-ryatuvalnymka/
 
Hosts: editor-in-chief of "Rubryka" Anastasia Rudenko & analyst of the "Internews-Ukraine" NGO Vladyslav Faraponov.
 
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How can you help Kherson cope after russian occupation?: episode 8

Kherson is the only regional city that russia captured at the beginning of March this year. Ukraine managed to recapture it, but russia now attacks the city with missiles. Rubryka visited the city three days after the liberation. Find out what issues people face now are and what does Kherson need?
Stories mentioned: https://rubryka.com/en/article/evacuation-critically-ill/
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Feast amid the plague: Ukrainians prepare to celebrate war Christmas: episode 7

russian strikes are aimed at making Ukraine a dark, cold place. But against all odds, Ukrainians stand firm. Christmas and New Year won’t be easy, as russia may launch new attacks. Learn more about how people are adapting to war realities celebrations, and the history behind Christmas in Ukraine.
Hosts: editor-in-chief of "Rubryka" Anastasia Rudenko, and analyst of the "Internews-Ukraine" NGO Vladyslav Faraponov.
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Blackout realities: Ukraine gets out of russian darkness: episode 6

russia tried to shut Ukraine off electricity, hoping Ukraine would surrender and negotiate. Its recent attempt caused many casualties and left Ukraine with no water or heating. But the Ukrainian resilience proved russia’s miscalculation. If choosing between no light and no russians, the answer is the second.
Stories mentioned in the episode:
Vyshorod after russian attacks https://rubryka.com/en/article/shelled-vishgorod/ 
How business operates amid the blackout https://rubryka.com/en/article/business-without-electricity/ 
Hosts: editor-in-chief of "Rubryka" Anastasia Rudenko and analyst of the "Internews-Ukraine" NGO Vladyslav Faraponov.
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Lessons for business amid the war: episode 5

russia’s full-scale war had an influence not only on the economy in terms of inflation but also didn't allow businesses to operate in some regions at all. How is the relocation process going, and how do the companies transform themselves? In this episode, you will find out which enterprises were developed during the war.
Mentioned stories:
Entrepreneurs shorturl.at/mwDH3
Crushing stone plant shorturl.at/oqSU8
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