Mariia's Diary: Life in Kyiv during the Russian invasion

Media analyst and social scientist Mariia Kriuchok, 28, lives with her partner Tymofii and cat in an apartment building Kyiv city center. She writes for The House / Parliament Magazine about life in the Ukrainian capital as Russia’s assault on her country continues.
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Mariia Kriuchok

By Mariia Kriuchok

Mariia Kriuchok is a sociologist and media analyst in Kyiv, Ukraine.

14 Apr 2022

Mariia is giving a portion of her fee for this article to charities supporting the Ukrainian war effort. Click here if you wish to donate.

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