The Counteroffensive with Tim Mak

The Counteroffensive with Tim Mak

LISTEN: The sounds of war we hear at night

Sound is a potent trigger for Ukrainians, who are used to different types of explosions. Nastia knows how the buzz of Shaheds differs from missiles, but freezes when she hears a motorcycle.

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Aug 27, 2025
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Editor’s Note: You can read in other media about what's happening in Ukraine — statistics on casualties, how much territory has been captured or reclaimed. But our media focuses on giving you a sense of what it's like to live through war — to hear deadly sounds at night and to find reminders of war even in moments of calm. Support immersive reporting. S…

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