“Finding an exclusive story in wartime has become incredibly difficult. The only true exclusive today is telling the stories of heroes—the people themselves and the paths their lives have taken. And to do that, you have to get as close as possible.”
This is how Ivan Petrychak, head of the press service of the 24th Separate Mechanized Brigade named after King Danylo and a former TSN television journalist now serving in the military, describes the realities of reporting during war.
Ahead of Journalist's Day, Petrychak spoke with the Information Service of the National Union of Journalists of Ukraine (NUJU) about the stories military journalists and communicators are recording for history, the challenges they face, and the resilience that has become an indispensable part of their profession.
THE FILM SEEKS TO TELL THE STORIES OF UKRAINE'S WARRIORS AND RALLY SOCIETY AROUND THEM
Last August, Kyiv's Zhovten Cinema hosted the premiere of the documentary Fireproof: A Year of Defending Chasiv Yar. Produced by the communications team of the 24th Brigade, the film captures tank engagements, drone footage, and the daily work of soldiers, sergeants, and commanders—revealing the human cost at which Ukraine's defense is being maintained.
