Daria Maslienkova

Journalist

Journalist specializing in politics, international relations, media literacy and culture, with experience in analytical reporting and opinion writing. Gained international insight through Erasmus+ trainings, exchanges across Europe, and a professional trip to the United States, complemented by different domestic journalism programs in Ukraine.

Education

Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv

Master's degree, Institute of Journalism, educational program "Journalism and Media Communications" 2025 - 2026

Odesa I. I. Mechnikov National University

Bachelor, Faculty of Journalism, Advertising and Publishing 2021 - 2025

Free University of Berlin

Erasmus + exchange, Media and Communication

Work Experience

Journalist

The Ukrainian Review

2024 - until now

Awards and Honors

Recent Publications

Explainers

Setback for European Values: Elections in Czech Republic and Georgia

The elections in the Czech Republic and Georgia showed growing influence of populist and pro-Russian forces, which may weaken regional support for Ukraine. In Prague, Andrej Babiš’s ANO party won but may reduce independent aid to Ukraine, aligning more with Viktor Orbán’s eurosceptic agenda. In Georgia, the ruling Georgian Dream tightened control through disputed elections, facing protests that highlight the country’s struggle against Russian influence and authoritarianism.

05.10.2025

News

Season of Energy Attacks on Ukraine Gains Momentum

On October 5, Russia launched another massive combined strike on Ukraine, targeting energy facilities, gas production sites, and railway infrastructure, leaving parts of Lviv without power and causing casualties across several regions. The attacks follow a systemic pattern that began in 2022

05.10.2025

Explainers

Potential Shift: How New U.S. Intelligence Might Help Ukraine

The U.S. is considering expanding intelligence sharing with Ukraine, potentially providing targeting data for long-range strikes on Russia’s energy infrastructure, though the White House has not yet confirmed the move. Analysts note this could be a turning point, allowing Ukraine to respond more effectively to Russian attacks on its power grid, which have caused blackouts in cities like Slavutych and Chernihiv. However, the strategy will only be decisive if paired with weapons deliveries, as Moscow simultaneously downplays U.S. involvement while issuing threats of escalation ahead of winter.

04.10.2025