THE NATIONAL UNION OF
JOURNALISTS OF UKRAINE
The National Union of Journalists of Ukraine expresses solidarity with journalists, newsrooms, and media workers affected by one of the most devastating Russian missile and drone attacks on Kyiv since the full-scale invasion began in 2022.
The massive Russian strike has claimed lives and left dozens injured. Residential, civilian, and media infrastructure has been damaged. At least six newsrooms and media outlets have already reported destruction of offices and workspaces. Journalists and members of their families are also among those affected.
The Russian attack has once again struck at the infrastructure that underpins societyʼs right to access independent information. NUJU is documenting crimes against journalists and media, informing international partners: the European and International Federations of Journalists, international human rights and media organisations. We insist on an appropriate international response and accountability for Russia.
NUJU is also prepared to support colleagues affected by the attack. Journalists and newsrooms may, if needed, use the space of the Journalists’ Solidarity Centre at the Union’s main office in Kyiv on Khreshchatyk Street as a temporary workplace. If your newsroom has lost the ability to function normally, we are ready to help.
Among the affected media outlets and newsrooms:
Deutsche Welle (DW) – the blast wave damaged the Kyiv bureau’s office: windows were blown out and ceilings were damaged. The team was unharmed and has continued working.
ARD – the Kyiv studio of the German public broadcaster was damaged. Journalist Vasyl Holod reported blown-out window frames, debris, and damaged equipment.
Realna Gazeta – the offices of the Luhansk-region-based outlet, now operating in relocation, suffered serious destruction. Editor-in-chief Andrii Dikhtiarenko reported: “Not a single window survived in the newsroom… But everyone is alive.”
UNIAN – the news agency’s office was damaged. Editor-in-chief Mykhailo Gannytskyi published photos of blown-out windows with the caption: “Never mind. We’ll fix it.”
Online media Shelter – the media project’s office and studio were damaged. The team has already announced the resumption of work.
Online media Graty – the blast wave damaged the premises of the editorial office and audio studio of the independent outlet, which specialises in justice, the court system, and human rights. Editor-in-chief Tetiana Kozak reported damage to the ceiling and windows in the building where the team works.
Reports are also coming in from Kyiv journalists about damage to or destruction of their homes. Among those affected are Artem Zakharchenko, a journalism lecturer at Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, and his wife Olena Zakharchenko, a graduate of the Institute of Journalism. Their apartment has been destroyed.
NUJU calls on colleagues whose newsrooms, workspaces, or homes have been damaged in the Russian attack to contact the Union and the network of Journalists’ Solidarity Centres. We will assist with documenting the consequences and coordinating the necessary support.
Despite the strikes, the destruction, and the losses, Ukrainian journalists continue to work, documenting crimes, informing society, and upholding people’s right to the truth.
We stand together. We support one another.
Journalists matter.
NUJU Information Service
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