Among the thousands of foreign soldiers who are fighting alongside the pro-Russia separatists of the Donetsk People’s Republic is an American fighter known simply as “Texas.” Simon Ostrovsky speaks with Texas about the reasons behind his involvement...

Among the thousands of foreign soldiers who are fighting alongside the pro-Russia separatists of the Donetsk People’s Republic is an American fighter known simply as “Texas.” Simon Ostrovsky speaks with Texas about the reasons behind his involvement in Ukraine’s ongoing conflict.

Apr. 23 2015
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We travel to the bomb-ridden remnants of Donetsk Airport in eastern Ukraine, where under the command of pro-Russia separatists, Ukrainian prisoners of war are being ordered to dig out the bodies of their fallen comrades.

We travel to the bomb-ridden remnants of Donetsk Airport in eastern Ukraine, where under the command of pro-Russia separatists, Ukrainian prisoners of war are being ordered to dig out the bodies of their fallen comrades.

Mar. 12 2015
#donetsk #donetsk airport #airport #dead bodies #bodies #dead #ukraine #pow #war #soldiers #russia #putin #vice #vice news
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In our latest dispatch, we head to Donetsk Airport to see what remains of the once modern facility.

In our latest dispatch, we head to Donetsk Airport to see what remains of the once modern facility.

Feb. 18 2015
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We return to eastern Ukraine to follow the chaotic birth of the Donetsk People’s Republic as it tries to forge a path to independence and closer ties to Russia.

We return to eastern Ukraine to follow the chaotic birth of the Donetsk People’s Republic as it tries to forge a path to independence and closer ties to Russia. 

Oct. 9 2014
#Donetsk #donetsk people's republic #DPR #ukraine #ukraine war #war #ukraine protests #eastern ukraine #russia #russian #putin #Vladimir Putin #VICE #VICE News
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We head north of Donetsk to the town of Yasynuvata to check on reports that the town had come under fresh artillery fire. Here’s what we found.

We head north of Donetsk to the town of Yasynuvata to check on reports that the town had come under fresh artillery fire.

Here’s what we found.

Sep. 9 2014
#Donetsk #donetsk people's republic #russia #Russian Roulette #russian #ukraine #kiev #eastern ukraine #war #pics #pictures #photos #photography #news #vice #vice news
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Two weeks ago, Simon Ostrovsky spoke with an American who had volunteered to join the fight in Ukraine. Today, the Donbas Battalion confirmed he has been killed.

Two weeks ago, Simon Ostrovsky spoke with an American who had volunteered to join the fight in Ukraine.

Today, the Donbas Battalion confirmed he has been killed.

Aug. 20 2014
#donbas #ukraine #russia #putin #war #Simon Ostrovsky #interview #usa #america #Donetsk #donetsk people's republic #news #breaking news #breaking #video #photo
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Who’s Who in the Donetsk People’s Republic To help you sort out the motley crew of leaders in eastern Ukraine’s rebel republic, here’s our guide to who’s who, who’s in, and who’s out.

Who’s Who in the Donetsk People’s Republic

To help you sort out the motley crew of leaders in eastern Ukraine’s rebel republic, here’s our guide to who’s who, who’s in, and who’s out.

Jul. 3 2014
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Scores of armed pro-Russia rebels attacked a border control checkpoint in the country’s Luhansk region during the early hours this morning.

Scores of armed pro-Russia rebels attacked a border control checkpoint in the country’s Luhansk region during the early hours this morning.

Jun. 3 2014
#vice #vicenews #vice news #ukrainedesk #luhansk #russia #ukraine #Donetsk #eastern ukraine
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There are Chechen fighters in Ukraine, and nobody knows who sent them there.

There are Chechen fighters in Ukraine, and nobody knows who sent them there.

May. 28 2014
#kiev #ukraine #chechnya #chechen #caucasus #Donetsk #dagestan #jihad #moscow #separatists #vostok battalion #ossetia #north caucasus
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There was no election in Donetsk.

There was no election in Donetsk.

May. 27 2014
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We are delighted to confirm that our colleague and friend Simon Ostrovsky has been safely released and is in good health.

We are delighted to confirm that our colleague and friend Simon Ostrovsky has been safely released and is in good health.

Apr. 24 2014
#crimea #simon ostrovsky #ukraine #breaking #Russia #Donetsk #war #war reporting #Crimean invasion #awesome #amazing #news
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Watch: Russian Roulette: The Invasion of Ukraine (Dispatch Twenty Three)

On the second day of the self-styled People’s Republic of Donetsk’s existence, people gathered in the Regional Administration Building to discuss their new government and make plans for the future.

Apr. 12 2014
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VICE News Capsule - Wednesday, April 9

In today’s capsule, separatists in Pakistan bomb a train station killing 14 people and US officials accuse Russia of fueling unrest in eastern Ukraine.

Apr. 9 2014
#pakistan #bombing #ukraine #Russia #russian parliament #crimea #donetsk #VICE #vicenews #vice news capsule
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On April 7, the people of Donetsk declared themselves an independent republic and called for a Crimea-style referendum by May 11th. VICE News correspondent Simon Ostrovsky was there as people stormed the regional administration building and demanded...

On April 7, the people of Donetsk declared themselves an independent republic and called for a Crimea-style referendum by May 11th. VICE News correspondent Simon Ostrovsky was there as people stormed the regional administration building and demanded to join Russia.

Apr. 9 2014
#crimea #donetsk #Russia #ukraine #simon ostrovsky #VICE #VICE News #russian roulette #vicenews
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