Larysa Hnatchenko, the head of Slobidskyi Kray, has been using her savings to keep the newspaper afloat after USAID cuts. Despite challenges, the team distributes newspapers for free to ensure access to news in occupied areas. The cuts have severely impacted Ukrainian media, with many outlets struggling to survive and facing increased Russian disinformation. Reports indicate that over 330 media outlets have closed since the invasion, and funding shortages have led to reduced coverage and halted projects.