Challenges in Academic Publishing Amid War: ISSN Issues in Ukraine Threaten Research Integrity

Ukrainian researchers uncovered violations against Ukrainian academic journals since 2014 and ISSN misuse by journals in occupied territories, falsely claiming legitimacy. In response, Ukrainian institutions collaborated with the ISSN International Centre to address violations and ensure transparency. Efforts focus on policy updates, preventing academic misuse, and preserving scholarly archives. Scholars urge the global community to uphold publishing ethics, reject illegitimate journals, and support Ukraine’s academic independence and scholarly integrity.