Ukraine
Seven ways to spot fake photographs of the war in Ukraine
The Ghost of Kyiv is an ace fighter pilot dominating the skies above Ukraine—but does he exist? Here's how to stay ahead
What will happen to Russia's treasures on loan in London and Paris?
Imperial Fabergé eggs and Impressionist masterpieces are some of the works currently in shows in Europe
Russian pavilion curator and artist pull out, Garage and GES-2 stop shows: how the art scene in Russia is reacting to the invasion of Ukraine
Despite facing major risks, key cultural figures in Russia are speaking out against the war
Ukraine urges sanctions against Russian art sector
Statement from leading art world figures calls for a ban on Russian participants in international exhibitions such as the Venice Biennale and Documenta
Ukraine museum reportedly burns down in Russian invasion, destroying 25 works by folk artist Maria Prymachenko
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs says the Museum of Local History in Ivankiv had been set on fire by Russian forces
Former Russian culture minister Vladimir Medinsky is leading peace talks with Ukraine
Controversial political figure was in post for eight years from 2012
Russian invasion puts Ukraine’s Venice Biennale pavilion on hold
The pavilion’s organisers said they are “not in immediate danger” but have been forced to halt work on the planned solo presentation of works by Pavlo Makov in Venice
'No to war': As Putin's tanks roll in, Ukrainian museums scramble to protect collections and Russian culture figures show solidarity
Poland’s Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial described the Russian invasion as "an act of barbarity that will be judged by history", while the Arsenal culture centre in Kyiv calls it a war “against all democratic states”
From naked protests to blockchain fundraising: how artists are protesting Russia's invasion of Ukraine
Russia has warned of "legal repercussions" for taking part in anti-war demonstrations
Eight photographers you need to follow in Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin has launched a sophisticated misinformation campaign alongside his invasion of Ukraine. If you want objective visual reporting, here are the best verified photographers on the frontlines of the war
‘Many in Russia stand with Ukraine’: Russian art scene fears further ostracisation as West set to impose sanctions
President Putin’s decision to send troops into Luhansk and Donetsk will severely punish an already beleaguered Russian culture sector
'Nothing is as therapeutic these days as writing a grant proposal': Ukraine's museums batten down the hatches as war looms
As tension with Russia escalates, institutions near the border are checking their security systems and considering their evacuation plans
Photographer captures victims of war in Ukraine, past—and future?
Joseph Sywenkyj's series Wounds documents the aftermath of the armed conflict in the Donbas region
Bitterly contested trove of Crimean gold artefacts must return to Ukraine, not Russia, Dutch court rules
Ancient artefacts were on loan to Amsterdam museum when Crimea was annexed in 2014
Campaigners fight to preserve monumental Soviet-era murals in Ukraine
Victor Arnautoff’s large-scale 1960s mosaics on public buildings in Mariupol are threatened by neglect and a “decommunisation” campaign
Acquisitions round-up: two US museums co-purchase portrait of Breonna Taylor—and artist Amy Sherald gives proceeds of sale to charity
Our pick of the latest gifts and purchases to enter international museum collections
Ukrainian art scholar reportedly tortured and imprisoned by Russian forces on ‘absurd’ espionage charges
International Council of Museums committees in Ukraine and Poland appeal for help to secure Olena Pekh's release
Babyn Yar: site where 100,000 victims were shot by Nazis to get one of world’s largest Holocaust memorial centres
“We do not want to create a big building that sits heavily” on this sensitive ground, says Robert Jan Van Pelt, one of the minds behind the project in Ukraine
Religious sites in Russia and Ukraine hit hard by coronavirus thanks to pilgrims and poor social distancing
Many Unesco World Heritage sites that are also working monasteries have been accused of reacting slowly to the pandemic
PinchukArtCenter employees claim to have been sacked after attempting to form trade union
Ukrainian institution says the 28 guides were dismissed to make way for innovation
France reconfirms that women baring their breasts in public is illegal—even for artists and protestors
Two women who are part of the Ukrainian feminist group Femen were charged for topless protests, one of which was in a Paris museum
Ukrainian nationalists target lecture at Kiev arts centre as far-right activity rises
Protesters accused of leaving behind swastika graffiti at talk organised by Izolyatsia arts centre
Ivan the Terrible returns to Ukraine
19th-century oil painting, stolen during the Second World War, was found in the US
Mount Athos, the Greek peninsula that is home to 20 monasteries, is under threat after Ukraine wins approval to split from the Russian church
Russian pilgrims can no longer participate in services or sacraments there
Ukrainian artists tackle country’s political turmoil head on in Budapest show
Exhibition at Ludwig Museum aims to uncover work that remains "a blind-spot in the European cultural arena"
Holocaust survivor’s family seeks painting in Ukrainian museum
Meanwhile, much of the country’s art is stuck in limbo and its own efforts to recover cultural property have stalled
Ukraine’s art scene soldiers on despite political crisis
Artists can fight for freedom as the country asserts its independence, says gallery founder Victor Pinchuk
Victor Pinchuk launches the second edition of his Future Generation Prize
The $100,000 prize will support one lucky young artist to further their creative vision and support their career
In a rare interview, Victor Pinchuk tells us about his plans to build a new contemporary art space in Kiev
A “landmark” museum for Ukraine
Pinchuk to build new arts centre in Ukraine
The space will display Pinchuk's own collection as well as loaned exhibitions