The war in Ukraine, which began in February 2022, has now surpassed 1,000 days, with devastating consequences for lives, infrastructure, and the daily lives of citizens. The Russian invasion, which began as an escalation of long-standing geopolitical tensions, has become one of the bloodiest and most prolonged wars in Europe in recent decades.

According to the United Nations, thousands of civilians have lost their lives, while millions have been forced to flee their homes, creating one of the largest refugee crises in the world. Ukrainian cities have suffered untold destruction, with critical infrastructure such as hospitals, schools, and energy networks obliterated by bombing.

The international community remains split. While Western nations support Ukraine with financial and military aid, the conflict has had global repercussions. The energy crisis, rise in commodity prices, and heightened geopolitical tensions have affected countries far beyond the war zone.

As winter approaches, conditions for civilians become even more difficult, making the need for a diplomatic solution to the war more urgent than ever. But the path to peace remains uncertain as hostilities continue, leaving people struggling to survive in an ongoing nightmare.

The accompanying photographs were taken during two assignments to Ukraine in 2022 and 2023.