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Today, an evacuation vehicle @MissionProliska came under fire in the #Donetsk Region. Civilians were killed and injured. Humanitarian Coordinator for Ukraine condemned the increased risks and threats against civilians posed by FPV drones: bit.ly/4t2tkHb

💬 "I lived without freedom for six years. Without the right to choose. Without a voice. Those were six years of trials. But today I am here — alive and with faith in the future," Yuliia says, who spent 6 years and 3 months in Russian captivity. Originally from Donetsk, she was unlawfully detained by the occupation authorities in 2019. After a prisoner exchange on August 14, 2025, Yuliia settled in a small community in Kyiv region created to support people affected by the war, where she is building a new life. She is currently a member of the NGO “Numo, Sestry!”, getting a degree in psychology, and plans to help survivors cope with what they have been through. In her interview with UN Women, Yuliia speaks about the years of captivity, the strength of hope, and the challenges she has faced since her release. Today, Yuliia’s voice is the voice of many women who have survived violence and captivity and have found the strength to speak about it, to fight, and to support others. 👉 Read her story: bit.ly/4uHSr3G #ForAllWomenAndGirls

Overnight strikes across the #Kyiv Region reportedly caused over a dozen civilian casualties. Homes, schools and critical civilian infrastructure were damaged, causing emergency power outages. Civilians and civilian infrastructure are protected by IHL. The attacks must stop.

"Women’s leadership is indispensable to sustainable recovery.” A vital message from our #CSW70 side event: “Beyond Peace, Security & Justice: Why Gender Transformative Recovery Matters?” co-convened with @MFA_Ukraine & partners. 🧵

Accountability for all strikes against civilian infrastructure everywhere needed

Gender equality is a governance principle at the heart of the EU accession process 🇪🇺🇺🇦 @unwomenukraine brought together 53 representatives from 46 Ukrainian government institutions to strengthen gender mainstreaming in EU integration efforts. Embedding #GenderEquality across policies supports effective governance, advances human rights, and helps align Ukraine with EU standards. 🤝Supported by the Gender Equality Facility EU-funded project. @taraskachka @KLevchenkoUKR @EUDelegationUA

From eliminating discriminatory laws to addressing structural barriers — #CSW70 is a crucial moment to ensure and strengthen access to justice. Join the CSW70 Opening Session live! ⏰ Monday 9 March, 10 AM ET 📺 Livestream: unwo.men/yWag50YqtXT #ForAllWomenAndGirls

Ukrainian women are increasingly shaping the face of modern diplomacy — representing their country on the international stage, leading complex negotiations, and strengthening global support for Ukraine. Their professionalism, leadership, and dedication advance Ukraine’s interests around the world. At the @MFA_Ukraine, we are committed to ensuring that equality is not just a declared value but a real practice embedded in our policies and institutional culture. Experience shows that diplomacy becomes stronger and more effective when women fully participate in international dialogue and decision-making. Strong diplomacy begins with equal opportunities. Grateful to Ukrainian women — diplomats, militants, volunteers, doctors, teachers, journalists, and many others — who contribute every day to Ukraine’s strength and resilience.

Over 75,000 women are part of Ukraine’s Armed Forces, most of them servicewomen. They come from different professions but share one choice – to defend freedom, protect life and peace. Watch three stories of Ukrainian women who left civilian careers to join the military.

In #Ukraine, #IWD2026 comes at a critical time. Russia’s full-scale invasion is rolling back the rights of Ukrainian women and girls — as an energy crisis and collapsing funding strain women-led and women’s rights organizations. On this International Women’s Day, @UN_Women calls for: Rights. Justice. Action. — #ForAllWomenAndGirls in Ukraine and globally. Watch the video statement from @SabineFreizer, UN Women Representative in Ukraine and join us in action.

Even in war, there are rules. In armed conflict, international humanitarian law protects civilians and limits suffering. It obliges parties to conflict to protect homes, hospitals and schools. In a world of conflict, the rules of war matter more than ever.

Another night of strikes across #Ukraine has brought loss and destruction to civilians, their homes and civilian infrastructure. The Humanitarian Coordinator, @matzschmale, reiterates that civilians must be protected ⬇️

💪Women’s local leadership transforms communities. As #CSW70 reviews women’s full participation in public life & elimination of violence, our #SDG5 localization report shows how #LocalGov advance representation, safer spaces & accountable institutions. 🔗gold.uclg.org/sites/default/…

When justice fails, women and girls pay the highest price. Join #CSW70 to take part in the @UN’s largest gathering on #GenderEquality and women’s rights. This is our moment to deliver rights, justice and action #ForAllWomenAndGirls. 🔗 Learn more: unwo.men/Qoyf50YpE21

@EldarMamedov4 Feminism?

Spain just did what the UK, Germany, and France wouldn't: Told Washington "no." No bases for strikes on Iran. No pretense this war is legal. No using feminism to justify bombs. PM Sánchez is proving European leadership doesn't have to mean subservience responsiblestatecraft.org/spain-trump-ir…

Heart-breaking: Yanar Mohammed, the fearless Iraqi feminist and founder of the Organisation of Women’s Freedom in Iraq (OWFI), was murdered in Iraq yesterday. Yanar was a dear colleage and friend to so many of us in the women’s rights and feminist community, one of our icons. She spent her life standing up for women’s rights in the most dangerous environment. She spoke out against so-called honor killings,against senseless violence and killings by armed groups, against violence and aggression by States, all States. She faced constant threats but she never stopped. And today we cry and mourn her energy, her commitment, her profound humanity, her amazing courage. As we prepare to meet for the Commission on the Status of Women, at a time when so many States are intent on turning the clock on years of (imperfect) progresses on the protection of women’s rights, and non-discrimination; when too many powerful actors are attacking human rights, gender rights and feminism, Yanar will be guiding us. We will stand tall, we will be relentless in our pursuit of justice and equality, we will be strong and united in resisting the backsliding and increasing violence. We will be courageous. Rest in Power dear Yanar.

Tetiana Shukhnarenko. Karyna Khachaturyan. Tetiana Rubanka. Three women. Three different paths. One shared mission: making Ukraine safe again. 🦺💙💛 They lead teams, clear land, inspect operations, and work where danger remains — so families can return home and life can move forward. This is courage. This is resilience. This is what rebuilding looks like. Read the full story 🔗 bit.ly/3P3l9vh #ForAllWomenAndGirls

The regional #SheLeadsUkraine Forum has kicked off. Women leaders from Kyiv, Sumy & Chernihiv regions affected by occupation, evacuation & ongoing security risks, are coming together to drive resilience, security & recovery in their communities 💪 Over 2⃣ days, participants will discuss security audits as a foundation for recovery, women’s leadership in decision-making, and a shared vision for a local women’s leadership platform. Led by @unwomenukraine with partners, and supported by Denmark🇩🇰, Norway🇳🇴 & Sweden🇸🇪. #WomenInPolitics #Leadership #Ukraine #Empowerment @DKAMBinUkraine @NorwayAmbUKR @SwedeninUA

The UN education agency, UNESCO, says that the bombing of a primary school during the US and Israeli military attacks on Iran on Saturday constitutes a grave violation of humanitarian law. news.un.org/en/story/2026/…

@IngaTolockiene @VCmilyte @LTSeimasForeign @Ole_Kondratiuk @LTembassyUA @LithuaniaMFA @UKRinLTU What a wonderful initiative: congratulations!

A rarely seen, yet highly valuable, format: a cross-party delegation of Lithuanian women MPs visited Ukraine! Intensive not only in Kyiv meetings, but also on the ground in Chernihiv — strong example of political unity & courage in practice, built on solidarity with Ukraine.