Volodymyr Mykhaylov

Volodymyr Mykhaylov is a correspondent and presenter for Current Time, the Russian-language network run by RFE/RL in cooperation with VOA. Mykhaylov was born in Donetsk and witnessed first-hand the occupation of his hometown by pro-Russia separatists in 2014. He previously worked as a correspondent for the Ukrainian TV channel ICTV and has covered military operations in the Donbas and the annexation of Crimea.

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January 29, 2023
Amid Worries Over Russian Forces In Belarus, Former Security Officer Says Belarusian Conscripts Won't Fight

Joint exercises this month between Belarusian and Russian armed forces renewed worries about a new offensive against Ukraine from the north. Even if that happens, a former Belarusian intelligence official says Belarusian conscripts aren’t likely to fight.
January 14, 2023
Russian Success or Pyrrhic Victory: Is The Battle For Soledar A 'Trap' For Russian Forces?

Despite a few Ukrainian holdouts, Russia appears to have taken control of the eastern town of Soledar -- but at what cost?
March 16, 2022
In A Ukrainian Region Occupied By Russian Forces, People Are Disappearing. Locals Fear It's About To Get Worse.

Dozens, perhaps scores, of people -- activists, bloggers, and others -- have gone missing in one southern Ukrainian region since Russian forces moved in and occupied the capital. Locals fear the worst -- and fear it’s only going to get worse.
April 17, 2021
Russian Military Buildup Raises Tensions, Increases Risk Of Broader Conflict Over Ukraine

Analysts are loath to predict what will happen next as Russia continues a military buildup near Ukraine’s borders and in Crimea. Analysts say the risks are high and there are real dangers that fighting in the Donbas could spill over into a broader conflict.

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Volodymyr Mykhaylov

Also by Volodymyr Mykhaylov

Amid Worries Over Russian Forces In Belarus, Former Security Officer Says Belarusian Conscripts Won't Fight

Russian Success or Pyrrhic Victory: Is The Battle For Soledar A 'Trap' For Russian Forces?

In A Ukrainian Region Occupied By Russian Forces, People Are Disappearing. Locals Fear It's About To Get Worse.

Russian Military Buildup Raises Tensions, Increases Risk Of Broader Conflict Over Ukraine