The Museum of Ukraine has launched a new exhibit in a historic bunker in Berlin, designed to illuminate the brutal realities of the ongoing war in Ukraine. This exhibition features a collection of war relics, including missiles, destroyed vehicles, and personal accounts from victims, to convey the severe impact of the Russian invasion and the deadly consequences of drone warfare. The installation serves not only as a museum but also as a platform for raising awareness about the ongoing conflict that has now entered its fifth year.

Visitors to the museum are immediately immersed in the experience of war, moving through displays that include a seven-meter-long reconstruction of a cruise missile and wreckage from helicopters and evacuation vans that have seen tragic use in the conflict. One of the most poignant elements is a drone that orbits above the visitors, emphasizing the immediacy and danger of modern warfare technologies. Curator Wieland Giebel emphasizes the goal of the exhibit: to reveal to the public the true nature of drone warfare—its accessibility and the devastating effects it has had on civilian life.

This opening comes at a time when awareness of the Ukrainian situation is critical, providing an opportunity for international audiences in Berlin to engage with and reflect on the realities faced by those in the conflict. By situating this exhibit within a WWII bunker, the museum also draws parallels between past and present conflicts, urging visitors to understand the broader implications of war and the importance of solidarity with Ukraine during this challenging time.