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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

I got some fresh raspberries today! I wanted to buy the basket they came in, but the guy didn’t wanna sell it. Isn’t it cute? People sell fruit on the streets they grow in their gardens. . Better than Whole Foods and for a fraction of the price!

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

I was on CNN with @beninldn.bsky.social to discuss what came of Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff’s visits to Kyiv and Moscow. In short, this all could’ve been an email. But, hey at least we had a weekend in Kyiv with no Russian attacks. #UkrainianView

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

I need to raise $4000 by the end of the week to pay for my mom’s post-death expenses and to keep me going for the next month or so. Please give to me at paypal.me/terrellstarr, venmo.com/u/Terrell-St... or. buymeacoffee.com/terrellstarr.... For Zelle (tjstarr2@gmail.com).

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

Russia bombed Chornomorsk severely Saturday morning. But Saturday night, Chornomorsk partied on the beach. Ukrainians refuse to suffer. Shout out to Oyster Chornomorsk for the dope party and the great DJ, whose name I couldn’t get. He has great taste. I love anything Trina! #UkrainianView

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

I need $700 by Monday to support my work here in Ukraine. Have two critical bills to pay. Please donate at the links below. Donations $50+ get a postcard! Venmo: Terrell-Starr venmo.com/u/Terrell-St... PayPal (friends and family option): paypal.me/terrellstarr

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

I’m headed to Odesa next week and will be there for a few weeks. Tell me some good stories I should look into, cool places to see and people to meet.

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

My father’s side of my family are Jehovah’s Witnesses. Anytime I see them in Ukraine, I always stop to say hello and snap a photo for my grandma. I gotta show her her people! This photo is from Khreshchatyk Street, here in Kyiv, Monday, July 27, 2026.

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Happy Monday from Kyiv! Got my fresh fruit for the week. Around 7 pounds of blueberries, raspberries and peaches for 10 bucks! No pesticides.

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

“We can’t let people who destroy the army rule it.” Marianna told me during the most recent protest over ex-defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov’s firing. Protesters will resume demonstrations at 20:00 tonight because Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has yet to reinstate Fedorov.

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

I just saw a Ukrainian dude walking down the street with a MAGA hat on. Why, though? LOL! I got questions.

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Another reason I love Ukraine: fresh and inexpensive fruit everywhere!

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

If you wanna hear what it sounds like when Russia tries to kill us, watch this video. The Russians started bombing around 00:30 or so.

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

@blakefornyc.bsky.social, who is running to replace Ritchie Torres in NYC’s 15th congressional district, told me that AIPAC is nothing more than a propaganda tool in the U.S. pushing lies for Israel. Full interview on Substack: terrellstarr.substack.com/p/mike-blake...

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 21/06/2026

This is my dad, Chris Tuesdale. I have a great story of how I met him for the first time while I was in Ukraine. Substack story coming this afternoon!.

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

I need your help raising $400 to replace my MacBook that recently died. I’m an independent reporter and need my laptop to report out of Ukraine. Thanks for your support in advance and to those who already gave. Venmo: venmo.com/u/Terrell-Starr PayPal: paypal.me/terrellstarr

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

I need your help. I need $900 to replace my MacBook Air that recently died. I’m an independent reporter and need my laptop to report out of Ukraine. Thanks for your support in advance and to those who already gave.. Venmo: venmo.com/u/Terrell-Starr PayPal: paypal.me/terrellstarr

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

There is no crisis of migrants taking jobs in Ukraine, contrary to popular belief. The are ongoing bot attacks trying to stir up divisions inside of Ukraine. I counter the lies and present the facts on my latest Substack Live. #UkrainianView Link: substack.com/home/post/p-...

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

My laptop screen broke and costs $500 to repair. If any of you can help me raise the cash to pay for it, I’d greatly appreciate it. I’m an independent reporter and need my Mackbook for work. Thanks for your support in advance. Venmo: venmo.com/u/Terrell-Starr PayPal: paypal.me/terrellstarr

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

One of the church ladies saw I was cooling myself off with my hands and gave me this church fan. Pretty fitting—especially for a Black church and reflects our place in American life. I love my church because it’s an LGBTQ+ affirming congregation. Everyone is welcome to praise God. Happy Sunday!

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

As I build my YouTube and Substack platforms, I could use your financial support. I’m raising $6,500 to pay some critical bills this month (1500 this week), so it’ll be great if you can donate. TY Venmo: venmo.com/u/Terrell-Starr PayPal: paypal.me/terrellstarr

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

I used to have hair, y’all. This is me during my college graduation at Philander Smith College in May of 2002. I was 22-years-old. I wore locks down neck. Not too bad looking. Do y’all recognise me with hair?

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Here’s my short pitch to Congress on why they should vote in favor if the Ukraine Support Act today!

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

I need your help to keep my journalism going! I’m trying to raise $1500 by Monday to help pay some critical bills. I cannot continue my work in Ukraine without your support. Please support below. Thank you! Venmo: venmo.com/u/Terrell-St... PayPal: paypal.me/terrellstarr

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 30/05/2026

I can’t DM you for some reason but the handle is @terrellstarr. Let me know if it works. Should be no fees if you use debit; fees apply to credit cards always

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

I’m at the Warsaw airport making my way back home to New York for a short trip before I return to Ukraine. I have so much to share with you.about my upcoming reporting. The last few days have been intense. But I really value everyone who supports my work. Thank you and talk soon.

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Me departing Kyiv for Warsaw Sunday, May 10.

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

It was a pleasure interviewing Afro-Italian Kwanza Musi Dos Santos during my stop in Rome last week. She’s one of Italy’s most prominent anti-racism activists. I’ll be posting my interview with her on my new YouTube channel in May. Stay tuned!

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

Really excited to share my interview with Neo Mosa, a Black Trans woman from South Africa who says she found herself in Poland. Full interview drops next month on my new YouTube channel. Stay tuned!

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

Really happy to meet @bsky.app COO @rose.bsky.team at the International Journalism Festival in Perugia this weekend!

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 12/04/2026

If you are a Ukrainian refugee in Warsaw, Rome, Parugia or New York City, I want to talk to you! I’m in Warsaw April 14 and April 20 Perugia April 16-18 Rome April 15 and 19 And I’ll be in New York City May 15 to early June. DM or comment below if you’re interested. #UkrainianView

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Hey, Ukrainians: are y’all “white?” MAGA seems to think so. #ukrainianview

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Black Iranians are almost never discussed in news reports concerning the police abuse during the protests in Iran, but they have stories to tell. Priscillia Kounkou Hoveyda, a Black Iranian filmmaker, said Black Iranians keep a low cover because they’ll be arrested if they don’t.

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

Listen to Afro-Iranians talk about what life is like in Iran. Priscillia Kounlou Hoveyda, an Afro-Iranian filmmaker and founder of the Collective for Black Iranians, told me during a recent interview that the Iranian leadership weaponizes Black pain for PR purposes.

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Finnish President Alexander Stubb is playing chess. Donald Trump is playing checkers. #ukrainianview

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

If you want to know how Trump’s war in Iran impacts Ukraine, watch this:

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Some thoughts about Ukrainians and “resilience” after 12 years of war, from a Black perspective. #ukrainianview

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 08/02/2026

Going live w/ @OlehKotsyuba (Harvard Ukrainian Research Institute) to discuss Minneapolis+ the unsettling parallels between police violence there and Ukraine’s 2014 Maidan. We’ll discuss Black & Ukrainian experiences of state violence, white & Russian supremacy. Mon Feb 9, 12pm ET / 19:00 Kyiv.

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

It’s so cold in my flat here in Kyiv that I need to wear a scull cap and a sweater to bed. I have double layers of underwear and socks, too. I see my breathe when I talk. That’s how cold it is in my flat. This is all because of Russian attacks on the power grid. #ukrainianview

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

Vonya, a cafe worker and student here in Kyiv, told me his dorm had gone a month without water and that he has to shower at his girlfriend’s parent’s home. I have more man-on-the street video reports coming today. In the meantime, please subscribe to my Substack newsletter, Terrell J. Starr.

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

This is how I keep my internet running when we have power outages in Ukraine. #ukrainianview

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 03/01/2026

I know many Venezuelans are happy that Maduro is gone. (So am I). That said, do I agree with my country kidnapping him, bypassing US congressional approval and any regard to international law or human rights? No. I explain why 👇🏾

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 03/01/2026

Does Trump’s military actions in Venezuela undermine support for Ukraine from those (especially in the Global South and other places) who feel any U.S. involvement is a colonial conquest? Let me know your thoughts! #ukrainianview

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 02/01/2026

I’ll be resuming my newsletter tomorrow with weekly dispatches from Ukraine. Please support my work by becoming a paid subscriber. Link: open.substack.com/pub/terrells...

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Terrell Jermaine Starr @terrelljstarr.bsky.social · 02/01/2026

I spoke with a Ukrainian family on New Year’s Day here in Kyiv. I wish I had asked them some questions about the war. But I think this simple interaction was just fine 😊

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