The war waged by Russia against Ukraine is aimed as much at its state existence as at its very culture and identity. Artists and all of civil society are on the front line, resisting it. They put their lives, their commitment and their art at the service of the defence of their country, appealing to the consciences of people around the world and to humanitarian aid. How is the resistance of civil society organised? Can art be used to defend the nation? How are these artists experiencing war?