Russian airborne forces made multiple attempts to land at Hostomel Airport as part of their advance toward Kyiv. However, the Ukrainian Defense Forces successfully disrupted these efforts, delivering devastating strikes on enemy helicopters.
Even after withdrawing from their positions, Ukrainian troops targeted the runway, ensuring that Russian forces could not receive reinforcements from Russia.

Car cemetery in Irpin consists of vehicles abandoned by their owners during the occupation and battles for the city. As people fled to save themselves and their loved ones, the only escape route at the time was the destroyed Romaniv Bridge, forcing residents to cross the river on foot, leaving their cars behind.
After Irpin was liberated, bullet-riddled vehicles, reduced to scrap metal, were found scattered across the streets. Some bore traces of blood. The most chilling sight was civilian cars marked with the word “Children”.

The Central House of Culture in Irpin was opened in 1954. It hosted performances by children’s and adult creative groups, as well as theatrical productions featuring renowned Ukrainian stars such as Ada Rogovtseva, Olga Sumska, Bohdan Stupka, Volodymyr Hryshko, and others.
During the occupation and battles for the city, the Central House of Culture was partially destroyed. Only the main entrance survived.

The Church of St. Andrew the First-Called and All Saints was consecrated in 2016. It is known for the mass grave discovered on its grounds after Bucha was liberated from Russian occupation. The grave contained 116 bodies of deceased residents.
Nearly all the bodies bore signs of gunshot or shrapnel wounds, while some showed evidence of torture inflicted by Russian forces — hands and feet were bound, and bones were broken.

The battle for the military town of Hostomel began on February 24, 2022, the first day of the full-scale invasion. As a site of several key strategic facilities, the town became a primary target for Russian forces.
Despite the extraordinary efforts of Ukrainian defenders, Hostomel could not be held, and it soon fell under occupation. The town was liberated on April 2, 2022. At the time of deoccupation, more than 400 people were reported missing.

Residential complex “The Irpinski Lypky” is located at Hostomel Highway, 24/1. This area was among the first to come under attack during the assault on the city.
On March 2, 2022, a Russian missile strike caused significant damage, as the building was hit by shrapnel. Two weeks later, on March 16, 2022, incendiary shells ignited the upper floors of the complex. Due to ongoing fires, firefighters were unable to extinguish the flames in time.
As a result, one of the most modern residential complexes in Irpin became one of the most heavily damaged sites after the city’s liberation.

Площа Тараса Шевченка розташована на перетині вулиць Паркова та Центральна. Остання відома жорстокими обстрілами з боку окупантів – росіяни цілеспрямовано цілилися авіабомбами по будинках. В такий спосіб був уражений будинок №359, що стоїть навпроти пам’ятника Шевченку. Фактично він розділився надвоє, удар знищив частину спорудження. Це сталося 2 березня 2022 року. Світлина, де пошкоджений монумент стоїть перед зруйнованим будинком – так, ніби Тарас Григорович схилив голову, шануючи пам’ять загиблих, – є впізнаваною у світі й асоціюється з воєнними злочинами росіян, які вони вчинили під час захоплення й окупації Бородянки.

In the Moshchun Village, more than 100 Ukrainian defenders lost their lives in fierce battles against Russian forces attempting to construct a crossing over the Irpin River. The fighting took place under conditions of enemy superiority in both weaponry and manpower. Despite this, the heroes bravely defended their positions, preventing the enemy from advancing further.

At the site of the battle for Moshchun, The Memorial Angels of Victory was erected. In 2024, it was officially added to the State Register of Immovable Monuments and recognized as a cultural heritage site.

The Romaniv Bridge is located on the way out of Irpin. On February 25, 2022, it had to be blown up to stop the advancing Russian forces from moving toward Kyiv. As a result, locals were forced to cross the river on wooden planks to evacuate from the city, which fell under occupation just days later. For many, this was the only escape route — their “road of life”.

Vokzalna Street in Bucha became widely known after Ukrainian forces successfully destroyed an enemy military convoy at this location on February 27, 2022, thereby preventing the further advance of Russian troops.
Following the liberation of Bucha, photographers documented the remains of Russian military equipment set against the backdrop of devastated buildings. These images were frequently referenced as a representation of the occupiers’ imperial objective — to capture Kyiv within three days.

Russian airborne forces made multiple attempts to land at Hostomel Airport as part of their advance toward Kyiv. However, the Ukrainian Defense Forces successfully disrupted these efforts, delivering devastating strikes on enemy helicopters.
Even after withdrawing from their positions, Ukrainian troops targeted the runway, ensuring that Russian forces could not receive reinforcements from Russia.

Car cemetery in Irpin consists of vehicles abandoned by their owners during the occupation and battles for the city. As people fled to save themselves and their loved ones, the only escape route at the time was the destroyed Romaniv Bridge, forcing residents to cross the river on foot, leaving their cars behind.
After Irpin was liberated, bullet-riddled vehicles, reduced to scrap metal, were found scattered across the streets. Some bore traces of blood. The most chilling sight was civilian cars marked with the word “Children”.

The Central House of Culture in Irpin was opened in 1954. It hosted performances by children’s and adult creative groups, as well as theatrical productions featuring renowned Ukrainian stars such as Ada Rogovtseva, Olga Sumska, Bohdan Stupka, Volodymyr Hryshko, and others.
During the occupation and battles for the city, the Central House of Culture was partially destroyed. Only the main entrance survived.

The Church of St. Andrew the First-Called and All Saints was consecrated in 2016. It is known for the mass grave discovered on its grounds after Bucha was liberated from Russian occupation. The grave contained 116 bodies of deceased residents.
Nearly all the bodies bore signs of gunshot or shrapnel wounds, while some showed evidence of torture inflicted by Russian forces — hands and feet were bound, and bones were broken.

The battle for the military town of Hostomel began on February 24, 2022, the first day of the full-scale invasion. As a site of several key strategic facilities, the town became a primary target for Russian forces.
Despite the extraordinary efforts of Ukrainian defenders, Hostomel could not be held, and it soon fell under occupation. The town was liberated on April 2, 2022. At the time of deoccupation, more than 400 people were reported missing.

Residential complex “The Irpinski Lypky” is located at Hostomel Highway, 24/1. This area was among the first to come under attack during the assault on the city.
On March 2, 2022, a Russian missile strike caused significant damage, as the building was hit by shrapnel. Two weeks later, on March 16, 2022, incendiary shells ignited the upper floors of the complex. Due to ongoing fires, firefighters were unable to extinguish the flames in time.
As a result, one of the most modern residential complexes in Irpin became one of the most heavily damaged sites after the city’s liberation.

Площа Тараса Шевченка розташована на перетині вулиць Паркова та Центральна. Остання відома жорстокими обстрілами з боку окупантів – росіяни цілеспрямовано цілилися авіабомбами по будинках. В такий спосіб був уражений будинок №359, що стоїть навпроти пам’ятника Шевченку. Фактично він розділився надвоє, удар знищив частину спорудження. Це сталося 2 березня 2022 року. Світлина, де пошкоджений монумент стоїть перед зруйнованим будинком – так, ніби Тарас Григорович схилив голову, шануючи пам’ять загиблих, – є впізнаваною у світі й асоціюється з воєнними злочинами росіян, які вони вчинили під час захоплення й окупації Бородянки.

In the Moshchun Village, more than 100 Ukrainian defenders lost their lives in fierce battles against Russian forces attempting to construct a crossing over the Irpin River. The fighting took place under conditions of enemy superiority in both weaponry and manpower. Despite this, the heroes bravely defended their positions, preventing the enemy from advancing further.

At the site of the battle for Moshchun, The Memorial Angels of Victory was erected. In 2024, it was officially added to the State Register of Immovable Monuments and recognized as a cultural heritage site.

The Romaniv Bridge is located on the way out of Irpin. On February 25, 2022, it had to be blown up to stop the advancing Russian forces from moving toward Kyiv. As a result, locals were forced to cross the river on wooden planks to evacuate from the city, which fell under occupation just days later. For many, this was the only escape route — their “road of life”.

Vokzalna Street in Bucha became widely known after Ukrainian forces successfully destroyed an enemy military convoy at this location on February 27, 2022, thereby preventing the further advance of Russian troops.
Following the liberation of Bucha, photographers documented the remains of Russian military equipment set against the backdrop of devastated buildings. These images were frequently referenced as a representation of the occupiers’ imperial objective — to capture Kyiv within three days.

Russian airborne forces made multiple attempts to land at Hostomel Airport as part of their advance toward Kyiv. However, the Ukrainian Defense Forces successfully disrupted these efforts, delivering devastating strikes on enemy helicopters.
Even after withdrawing from their positions, Ukrainian troops targeted the runway, ensuring that Russian forces could not receive reinforcements from Russia.

Car cemetery in Irpin consists of vehicles abandoned by their owners during the occupation and battles for the city. As people fled to save themselves and their loved ones, the only escape route at the time was the destroyed Romaniv Bridge, forcing residents to cross the river on foot, leaving their cars behind.
After Irpin was liberated, bullet-riddled vehicles, reduced to scrap metal, were found scattered across the streets. Some bore traces of blood. The most chilling sight was civilian cars marked with the word “Children”.

The Central House of Culture in Irpin was opened in 1954. It hosted performances by children’s and adult creative groups, as well as theatrical productions featuring renowned Ukrainian stars such as Ada Rogovtseva, Olga Sumska, Bohdan Stupka, Volodymyr Hryshko, and others.
During the occupation and battles for the city, the Central House of Culture was partially destroyed. Only the main entrance survived.

The Church of St. Andrew the First-Called and All Saints was consecrated in 2016. It is known for the mass grave discovered on its grounds after Bucha was liberated from Russian occupation. The grave contained 116 bodies of deceased residents.
Nearly all the bodies bore signs of gunshot or shrapnel wounds, while some showed evidence of torture inflicted by Russian forces — hands and feet were bound, and bones were broken.

The battle for the military town of Hostomel began on February 24, 2022, the first day of the full-scale invasion. As a site of several key strategic facilities, the town became a primary target for Russian forces.
Despite the extraordinary efforts of Ukrainian defenders, Hostomel could not be held, and it soon fell under occupation. The town was liberated on April 2, 2022. At the time of deoccupation, more than 400 people were reported missing.

Residential complex “The Irpinski Lypky” is located at Hostomel Highway, 24/1. This area was among the first to come under attack during the assault on the city.
On March 2, 2022, a Russian missile strike caused significant damage, as the building was hit by shrapnel. Two weeks later, on March 16, 2022, incendiary shells ignited the upper floors of the complex. Due to ongoing fires, firefighters were unable to extinguish the flames in time.
As a result, one of the most modern residential complexes in Irpin became one of the most heavily damaged sites after the city’s liberation.

Площа Тараса Шевченка розташована на перетині вулиць Паркова та Центральна. Остання відома жорстокими обстрілами з боку окупантів – росіяни цілеспрямовано цілилися авіабомбами по будинках. В такий спосіб був уражений будинок №359, що стоїть навпроти пам’ятника Шевченку. Фактично він розділився надвоє, удар знищив частину спорудження. Це сталося 2 березня 2022 року. Світлина, де пошкоджений монумент стоїть перед зруйнованим будинком – так, ніби Тарас Григорович схилив голову, шануючи пам’ять загиблих, – є впізнаваною у світі й асоціюється з воєнними злочинами росіян, які вони вчинили під час захоплення й окупації Бородянки.

In the Moshchun Village, more than 100 Ukrainian defenders lost their lives in fierce battles against Russian forces attempting to construct a crossing over the Irpin River. The fighting took place under conditions of enemy superiority in both weaponry and manpower. Despite this, the heroes bravely defended their positions, preventing the enemy from advancing further.

At the site of the battle for Moshchun, The Memorial Angels of Victory was erected. In 2024, it was officially added to the State Register of Immovable Monuments and recognized as a cultural heritage site.

The Romaniv Bridge is located on the way out of Irpin. On February 25, 2022, it had to be blown up to stop the advancing Russian forces from moving toward Kyiv. As a result, locals were forced to cross the river on wooden planks to evacuate from the city, which fell under occupation just days later. For many, this was the only escape route — their “road of life”.

Vokzalna Street in Bucha became widely known after Ukrainian forces successfully destroyed an enemy military convoy at this location on February 27, 2022, thereby preventing the further advance of Russian troops.
Following the liberation of Bucha, photographers documented the remains of Russian military equipment set against the backdrop of devastated buildings. These images were frequently referenced as a representation of the occupiers’ imperial objective — to capture Kyiv within three days.