Andrey Kurkov: People no longer ask me how the Ukraine war will end
Culture
Ukraine
Started January 17, 2026
Ukraine's most famous writer dreams of a time when he can stop documenting the conflict and focus on fiction
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Andrey Kurkov: People no longer ask me how the Ukraine war will end
New Statesman (United Kingdom) | Jan 17, 2026
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Jan 17, 2026
Documenting the Ukraine war is essential for historical record; Kurkov’s work helps ensure future generations understand the conflict's impact.
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Jan 17, 2026
The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has overshadowed the arts, limiting writers like Kurkov from exploring diverse themes beyond war.
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The war has transformed Ukrainian literature, and Kurkov's insights are vital for fostering global empathy and understanding of the situation.
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Jan 17, 2026
Kurkov's shift from war documentation to fiction could signal healing, yet it risks glossing over ongoing struggles faced by Ukrainians.
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Jan 17, 2026
While Kurkov dreams of writing fiction again, the realities of war must be acknowledged; escapism in literature may not be appropriate now.
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