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Anna Conkling

War In Ukraine

Russia’s Destruction of Ukraine’s Environment has National and International – and Personal – Consequences

A passionate nature photographer became another victim of Vladimir Putin’s savage war.

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War In Ukraine

As the Ukraine War Enters Year Four, the Kyiv Zoo Has Found Ways to Shelter Animals – and People – During Wartime

Ukrainian zookeepers created a haven for many creatures – from elephants to spiders – and an oasis for citizens of the capital city.

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Asking Ukrainians their opinions on the U.S. presidential election.

POLITICS

Citizens on the Street: What Ukrainians Think About the American Presidential Election

Kamala has the edge, but even in war-torn Ukraine, the divide is deep.

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Pride march in Kyiv, Ukraine, 2024.

PRIDE

More Than Two Years of War Have Improved Attitudes Among Ukrainians Toward Their LGBTQ+ Comrades-in-Arms 

As Russia amps up anti-gay laws, Ukraine continues to fight for its life and to improve the rights of all of its citizens. 

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Photo in the Village Voice for article about the second anniversary of the war in Ukraine.

War In Ukraine

After Two Years of War, A Weary Ukraine Remains Defiant

Refusing to give up the fight against the Russian invaders, Ukrainians look to a future where young people can learn about “life and love.”

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Village Voice article about Russian invading forces spreading landmines throughout Ukraine.

War In Ukraine

Russian Landmines Carry On the War Against Civilians in Ukraine

Even when Putin’s armies retreat, they leave behind invisible terrors. 

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Village Voice article about priests on the frontlines as well as the home front in the Ukraine war.

War In Ukraine

Ukrainian Priests Bring God to the Frontlines

Ministering to civilians and soldiers as Russian bombs fall.

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Picture of an emergency phone operator in Ukraine for Village Voice story about EMS workers learning to treat war wounds.

War In Ukraine

Ukraine’s First Responders at War

Emergency workers learn battlefield medicine on the job.

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Village Voice article about everyday Ukrainian citizens marking the 1-year anniversary of Russia's unprovoked attack on their country.

War In Ukraine

One Year of War: In Conversation with Ukrainians Standing Fast

With death always just a Russian missile away, Ukrainians strive to be their true selves.

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Village Voice article about New York Street Pizza, a chain of pizza parlors in Ukraine.

War In Ukraine

A Slice of New York in Ukraine 

Pizza is the world’s go-to chow — even in a war zone. 

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