Pierre Crom

  • Ukraine
    • Winter 2025, the betrayal
    • Year 11, the long war
    • Winter 2023-24
    • Zaporizhzhia
    • [TSE NASHE]
    • O.C. South
    • Russia invades Ukraine further
    • winter 2016
    • summer 2015
    • spring 2015
    • winter 2015
    • summer 2014
    • MH17
    • Donbas 2014
    • Crimea 2014
  • War in Ukraine
  • War in Ukraine on Google Maps
  • Subjectio
  • Subjectio on Google Maps
  • Amaranthine
  • Anticamera /antechamber/
  • R.S.
  • Contact
  • Biography
  • Aesthetics

In the complex narrative of Zaporizhia's journey, a compelling truth emerges—a testament to the clash between history and evolving events. Russia, driven by the ambition to annex this land, found itself stumbling along the way. Within the historical tapestry that resonates with echoes of bygone eras, Russia's presence persists as a misguided venture, challenged at every turn by Ukraine's unwavering resolve.

Delving deeper into the rich cultural timeline of Zaporizhia, one finds a poignant sentiment that transcends the passage of time. Ukrainian anarchists hailing from Huliapole, once fervent champions of liberty and self-governance, have bequeathed an enduring legacy. Though their era may have faded into the annals of history, their unyielding pursuit of autonomy continues to reverberate through Ukraine's modern struggle to safeguard its sacred homeland. The indomitable spirit of these individuals, synonymous with determination and a fierce quest for independence, remains a guiding light as Ukraine charts its course into the future.

In September 2023 in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, local residents enjoy a summer day in the Dnipro River, which experienced a 6-meter drop in water level due to the destruction of the Kakhovka Dam. © Pierre Crom

Yet, amidst the backdrop of this cultural heritage, Zaporizhia's iconic Nuclear Power Plant, once a symbol of progress and promise, now stands in a state of uncertainty—a stark reminder of Russia's ill-informed actions. The calculated disruption of agricultural production and the relentless attacks on vital infrastructure serve as lasting scars on the region's landscape.

As time unfolds, Ukraine has stood resolute in the face of Russia's aggression, diligently safeguarding its territorial integrity. However, the deployment of landmines by Russia has left indelible marks on both the land and its inhabitants, mirroring the unwavering determination of the Ukrainian people. This determination is exemplified by their courageous journey toward the Sea of Azov, a vital national objective, navigating treacherous terrain with unwavering resolve.

In September 2023, a simulated nuclear disaster victim is decontaminated during a drill by Ukraine's State Emergency Service in Zaporizhzhia, near the Russia-occupied nuclear power plant across the Dnipro River. © Pierre Crom

The occupation of a portion of Zaporizhzhia by Russian armed forces remains a stark episode in this unfolding narrative. Even as Ukraine clings tenaciously to its sovereignty, this occupation serves as an ever-present reminder of the formidable challenges faced by the beleaguered region.

The occupation of part of Zaporizhzhia by Russian forces remains a stark episode, reminding of the challenges faced. In this intricate tapestry, Russia's presence underscores the need for a resolute pursuit of equity. Here, history and present trials intersect, where the quest for harmony and fairness persists, akin to the ever-flowing river of existence.

In September 2023, in the Zaporizhzhia region, a tank truck, reportedly hit by a drone, is ablaze on the frontline as Ukrainian forces engage in an ongoing counteroffensive against the occupying Russian army. © Pierre Crom

In September 2023, in Zaporizhzhia, Cossack Paliy trains with a horse for the first time since Russia's invasion. Paliy is one of eight Ukrainian Cossacks, with two fallen in the frontline battle, while the others joined the Ukrainian forces, rooted in Zaporizhzhia's Cossack history. © Pierre Crom

In September 2023, tank tracks are stored outside an agricultural building on the Zaporizhzhia frontline as part of the ongoing counteroffensive by the Ukrainian Armed Forces against the occupying Russian army. © Pierre Crom

In September 2023, Ukrainian Chaplain Ivan supports 'Black Zaporozhian Cossacks' 72nd Brigade soldiers on the Donetsk frontline. The brigade is named in honor of the Ukrainian Black Zaporozhian Cossacks Regiment, which resisted the Bolsheviks during the 1917-1922 Russian Civil War. © Pierre Crom

In September 2023, Elon Musk's SpaceX Starlink satellite constellation orbits over Zaporizhzhia, offering essential connectivity to the Ukrainian armed forces on the frontline. © Pierre Crom