Galyna Ostapovets

Ukrainian war reporter

Born in the Lviv region of Ukraine, graduated from the International University of Economics and Humanities, worked in the leading publications of Ukraine as a journalist in the departments "Society", "World", "Politics and Comments". Engaged in active coverage of the Russian-Ukrainian war.

Stories by the Author

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and close collaborators meet on February 26, 2022 in front of a large screen tuned on United News, the joint information telethon, which was launched at the start of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. © Volodymy Zelensky’s official Facebook

Has Ukraine’s News Telethon Impacted Media Freedom?

Since the start of the war, TV stations have combined forces to produce a single informational resource.

3 May 23

Seen on a monitor at a press conference Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky takes questions from the media on April 23, 2022 in Kyiv, Ukraine. © John Moore/Getty Images

Ukraine’s Media Law: Threat or Necessity?

Critics say that the bill allows the government full control; supporters maintain it aims to contain Russian propaganda.

20 Mar 23

Seen on a monitor at a press conference Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky takes questions from the media on April 23, 2022 in Kyiv, Ukraine. © John Moore/Getty Images

Ukraine Debates “Authoritarian” Media Law

Critics argue that move, currently being fast-tracked by lawmakers, could curtail free speech.

7 Sep 22

Maxim, an eight-year-old copper-coloured Maine Coon cat.

How a Ukrainian Cat Escaped Russian Captivity

Amid multiple tales of looting and destruction, a rare happy ending.

29 Aug 22

Businesses have been hit hard by Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Finca Coffee, a coffee roasting company, managed to relocate its operation from Hostomel, outside Kyiv, to Rivne, in western Urkaine as part of a ministry of economy's programme, which supports entrepreneurs to equipment and workers to safer areas. Smaller businesses, however, have to fend for themselves. © Vitaliy Koval Facebook page

Ukraine: Businesses Relocate to Safer West

With government help, hundreds of strategic enterprises have moved to the safer west of the country. Smaller businesses, however, have to fend for themselves.

13 Jun 22