Effective Date: August 1, 2026
Last Updated: August 1, 2026
Corrections Policy
At Ukrnetia, we believe that accuracy, transparency, and accountability are essential principles of responsible journalism.
Although our editors and contributors make reasonable efforts to verify information before publication, journalism is a dynamic process. Facts may evolve, official information may change, and new evidence may become available after an article has been published.
When errors occur, we believe they should be corrected promptly, transparently, and responsibly.
This Corrections Policy explains how Ukrnetia handles factual errors, article updates, clarifications, and reader feedback.
1. Our Commitment to Accuracy
Our editorial team strives to publish information that is:
- accurate;
- fair;
- responsibly sourced;
- clearly presented;
- supported by reliable information available at the time of publication.
Before publication, editors and contributors make reasonable efforts to verify factual statements using reliable sources.
However, no news organization can guarantee that every published article will remain completely accurate indefinitely, particularly when covering rapidly developing events.
Our Promise to Readers
If we discover that we have published a significant factual error, we will make reasonable efforts to correct it as promptly as practicable. Our goal is not simply to publish news quickly, but to maintain the trust of our readers by being transparent when updates or corrections are necessary.
2. Why Corrections May Be Necessary
Articles may require corrections for various reasons, including:
- new official information becoming available;
- updated statistics;
- revised government statements;
- court decisions;
- additional eyewitness accounts;
- newly published research;
- editorial mistakes;
- typographical errors affecting factual meaning;
- inaccurate quotations;
- incorrect dates, names, locations, or figures.
Updating information should not be interpreted as evidence of poor editorial practice. Responsible journalism requires publications to revise content when new verified information becomes available.
3. Types of Editorial Changes
Ukrnetia distinguishes between several types of post-publication changes.
Corrections
A correction is issued when an article contains a factual error that could mislead readers.
Examples include:
- incorrect dates;
- incorrect names;
- inaccurate statistics;
- incorrect locations;
- factual inaccuracies;
- quotation errors.
Significant factual corrections may be accompanied by an editorial note explaining the change.
Clarifications
Sometimes an article is factually accurate but may be misunderstood.
In such cases we may:
- clarify wording;
- improve explanations;
- provide additional context;
- update headlines for greater precision.
Clarifications do not necessarily indicate that the original reporting was inaccurate.
Updates
News develops continuously.
Articles may be updated to include:
- new official statements;
- developing events;
- additional sources;
- official investigations;
- confirmed casualty figures;
- government announcements;
- international reactions.
Updates are a normal part of responsible journalism.
Editorial Improvements
Editors may also make changes that do not affect the factual content of an article.
Examples include:
- grammar corrections;
- spelling corrections;
- formatting improvements;
- readability improvements;
- updated hyperlinks;
- improved image captions.
Minor editorial improvements are generally made without issuing a formal correction notice.
4. Reader Feedback
We value feedback from our readers.
If you believe an article contains a significant factual error, you are encouraged to contact us.
When reporting a potential error, please include whenever possible:
- the article title;
- the article URL;
- a description of the suspected error;
- supporting evidence or references, if available;
- your contact information (optional, but helpful if clarification is needed).
Respectful and constructive feedback helps us improve the quality of our reporting.
5. Review Process
Every reported factual concern is reviewed by our editorial team.
Depending on the nature of the issue, editors may:
- verify the reported information;
- consult additional sources;
- contact the original author;
- seek clarification from official institutions;
- update the article;
- publish a correction;
- publish a clarification;
- determine that no correction is necessary.
Editorial decisions remain the responsibility of Ukrnetia.
6. Sources Used During Review
When evaluating correction requests, editors may consult:
- official government institutions;
- international organizations;
- reputable news agencies;
- academic publications;
- court records;
- publicly available documents;
- interviews;
- independent experts where appropriate.
Where possible, multiple reliable sources are used to verify disputed information.
7. Anonymous Requests
Readers may report factual concerns without identifying themselves.
However, anonymous reports may be more difficult to verify if additional clarification is required.
Providing contact information helps us investigate more efficiently but is not mandatory.
8. Opinion and Analysis
Not every disagreement requires a correction.
Articles published as:
- Analysis;
- Opinion;
- Commentary;
- Editorials;
may contain professional judgments, interpretations, or personal opinions.
Disagreement with an author’s conclusions does not necessarily indicate a factual error.
Corrections are generally reserved for objectively verifiable inaccuracies rather than differences of opinion.
9. Archived Articles
Some articles remain publicly available because they provide historical context.
Even when events have evolved significantly, older articles may remain accessible as part of the historical record.
Where appropriate, archived articles may include:
- editorial notes;
- update notices;
- links to newer reporting;
- correction notices.
10. Article Removal
As a general principle, Ukrnetia prefers correcting published content rather than removing it.
However, articles may be removed in exceptional circumstances, including:
- serious legal concerns;
- verified copyright infringement;
- publication of confidential information that should not have been disclosed;
- significant ethical concerns;
- court orders;
- other exceptional circumstances requiring removal.
Removal decisions are made at the discretion of the publisher and editorial team.
11. Artificial Intelligence
Artificial intelligence tools may assist with editorial workflows, including grammar checking, language improvements, formatting, and illustrative image creation.
Editorial review and correction decisions are always made by human editors.
Artificial intelligence does not independently determine whether a correction should be issued.
12. Transparency
Whenever reasonably appropriate, Ukrnetia seeks to distinguish between:
- corrections;
- clarifications;
- updates;
- editorial improvements.
Our objective is to provide readers with a transparent understanding of significant post-publication changes.
13. Continuous Improvement
Every correction provides an opportunity to improve our editorial processes.
When recurring issues are identified, we may:
- improve editorial guidelines;
- strengthen fact-checking procedures;
- enhance review processes;
- update internal publishing standards.
Our objective is not only to correct individual errors but also to reduce the likelihood of similar issues in the future.
14. Contact Us
If you wish to report a factual error or request a correction, please contact us at:
Website Owner and Publisher
S. Budim
ul. Księcia Witolda 49/15
50-202 Wrocław
Poland
Email: office@ukrnetia.com
Please include as much relevant information as possible so that we can review your request efficiently.
Final Statement
Ukrnetia believes that responsible journalism is not defined by never making mistakes, but by responding to them with honesty, transparency, and accountability.
We are committed to correcting significant factual errors, updating information as events develop, and continuously improving our editorial standards in order to provide readers around the world with reliable information about Ukraine.