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Ukraine at War – Update 18, 2025

Civilians Under Fire: Russia’s Merciless Assault on Ukraine

The image above captures the terror of just one night of relentless bombing by Russian forces. The yellow lines trace the deadly paths of Shahed drones, while the red marks the trajectory of missiles and rockets – all launched from Russian or Russian-occupied territory.

It’s tragic. It’s ruthless. And it raises a painful question: What can we possibly do in the face of such devastation?

Here is our answer:

We can stand with the suffering. We can pray without ceasing. And we can respond with bold, unwavering love.

Through HART, you are partnering with courageous churches across Ukraine who refuse to give up – even as bombs fall around them.

They are sheltering the displaced, comforting the broken, feeding the hungry, and bringing the hope of Christ to the heart of the storm.

And thanks to your support, right now they’re running life-changing summer camps for thousands of children whose lives have been deeply scarred by the war.

Through your prayers and support, we are helping local churches be the hands and feet of Jesus in a war zone.

Stepan, we may not be able to stop the missiles. But together, we can counter the darkness with compassion, replace fear with faith, and bring hope where others see only despair.

Your gift today can help save lives and shine the light of Christ into the heart of this crisis.

A Russian drone attack forced the evacuation of a children’s hospice in the city of Chernivtsi. Hospital staff were forced to rush sick children to safety.

VIDEO: Caolan Robertson Reports

The tragic death of Ukrainian journalist Victoria Roshchyna

In this video, Caolan shares his perspective on the tragic death of Ukrainian journalist Victoria Roshchyna—focusing on the disturbing circumstances surrounding her death. Sadly, her case reflects a broader pattern of how the Russian military treats civilian prisoners of war.

Please join us in prayer:

  • Pray for the civilians and soldiers held in Russian captivity—daily facing torture and death.
  • Pray for Ukrainians living in Russian-occupied territories, enduring unimaginable hardship, fear, and repression.
  • And pray for the 20,000 Ukrainian children who have been forcibly taken from their families and adopted into Russian homes. May justice, healing, and reunification come swiftly.

The tragic death of Ukrainian journalist Victoria Roshchyna

Coach Andriy answers this question and shares his inspiring vision for sports ministries in Ukraine – even as the war rages on. He speaks passionately about the life-changing impact sports can have on young people, offering them purpose, discipline, and hope.

Through perseverance and faith, Andriy and his team are helping a new generation rise – stronger in body, mind, and spirit.

Here are specific prayer points that can help guide our prayers for the situation in Ukraine. Please share these with your friends and family.