How Ukraine defends nature's interests at the international level: the experience from COP17 in Yerevan

Drawing on Ukrainian Nature Conservation Group's experience at the 2026 UN Biodiversity Conference (COP17), this article reflects on the role of international environmental negotiations in advancing Ukraine's environmental priorities during wartime. It discusses efforts to raise awareness of the environmental impacts of Russia's aggression, engage with international partners on biodiversity conservation and post-war recovery, and contribute to global discussions on nature protection and environmental governance.