Mariupol: Before And After

Aerial footage captures contrasting images of the city of Mariupol before and after February 24, 2022, when Russia launched its military invasion of Ukraine. Originally published at - *** RFE/RL has one of the largest local reporter networks in Ukraine and the region. Check (and bookmark) our regularly updated briefing on the latest situation and outstanding reporting: It includes reporting from frontline positions in Donbas to the vulnerable cities of Kharkiv, Odesa, Lviv, and Kyiv. We serve as the trusted source of news locally in 23 countries without a free press. For our best reporting, visit or follow us on: Facebook Twitter Instagram #russia #ukraine