Anne Applebaum is an American journalist and historian, Pulitzer Prize winner (2004), author of numerous books about Eastern Europe and global politics, and Washington Post columnist. Volodymyr Yermolenko, chief editor of UkraineWorld, speaks to Anne Applebaum about the deep roots of the Ukrainian resistance, the history of Russian totalitarianism, KGB politics, and the cult of impunity. 

The goal of the series Thinking in Dark Times is to make Ukraine and its current war a focal point of our common reflection about the world’s present, past, and future. We try to see light through and despite the current darkness. 

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Anne Applebaum on Ukrainian resistance and Russian totalitarianism | Thinking in Dark Times # 6

This is not just a song—this is a testament.
A powerful lyrical journey through the horror, heartbreak, and unbreakable spirit of Ukraine during the full-scale war that began in February 2022.

“Ukraine Will Survive, Ukraine Will Restore” by AbstAIn23 captures real stories from the frontlines and shattered cities—Kyiv under sirens, Bucha’s tragedy, Mariupol’s devastation—and transforms them into verses of resistance, hope, and national pride.

Through haunting imagery and soul-stirring lines, this anthem honors the bravery of Ukrainian civilians, soldiers, journalists, and survivors. It remembers the victims. It condemns the crimes. And it declares, with unwavering voice: Ukraine will overcome. Ukraine will rebuild.

Ukraine Will Survive Ukraine Will Restore

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