Ukraine war: From Cork to Kyiv - 10 artworks inspired by the conflict 

A year has passed since Russia invaded Ukraine. Artists in the beleaguered country and beyond have been inspired to create pieces and show their support - these are the stories behind some of them 

Art of the Ukraine war

Snake Island

A man holds up a postage stamp designed to mark an incident at Ukraine’s Snake Island in the early stages of the war. Russian forces had approached the small but strategic location, presuming that their overwhelming superiority would lead to a quick surrender from the defending garrison on the island. Instead, their radio crackled with the defiant message that is emblazoned on the postage stamp: : "Russian warship, go f*** yourself!" (Picture: Fadel Senna/AFP)