Russia's war claims lives of 143 artists and 94 journalists in Ukraine

This was reported by the ministry's press service.

"These figures are not only about the scale of losses but also serve as a reminder of the tragic chapters in our history. Just as in the 1920s and early 1930s, Stalin's regime destroyed a generation of Ukrainian artists," the statement reads.

The ministry noted that Russia continues its deliberate destruction of Ukraine's cultural elite.

"Every one of our artists is a unique individual who enriched Ukrainian culture," emphasized the press service.

They added that Russian crimes against journalists and media pose a serious threat to freedom of speech and informational security, undermining democratic values and human rights.

• On December 5, the Ministry of Culture reported that Russian military aggression had claimed the lives of 134 Ukrainian artists and 93 journalists, including 7 foreigners who informed the world about events in Ukraine.