Ukrinform Journalist Wins Italian Military Journalism Prize

Award recognises frontline reporting on the Russia–Ukraine war and the challenges of conflict journalism.

Ukrinform correspondent Olha Zvonariova has received the Premio Montecatini di Giornalismo 2026 in Italy for her frontline coverage of the Russia–Ukraine war. The award honours journalism focused on defence, security, and armed conflict reporting. Zvonariova was recognised for documenting military operations, evacuation efforts, and civilian life near combat zones since Russia’s full-scale invasion in 2022. Organisers highlighted the importance of verified reporting from dangerous war environments where access and safety remain major challenges. The recognition reflects growing international appreciation for journalists covering the humanitarian and military realities of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

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