In an interview, writer and journalist Victoria Belim-Frolova shared her observations on how Russia's war against Ukraine has affected the country's small businesses. According to her, five years of conflict have turned entrepreneurship into "a constant process of adaptation" — companies are forced to quickly change their logistics, search for new sales markets, and cope with disruptions to energy supply and infrastructure. Particular attention in the conversation was paid to women entrepreneurs, who, according to the author's observations, make up a significant share of small business under wartime conditions, while many men are at the front or have left the country. Belim-Frolova notes that it is precisely these women who demonstrate flexibility and resourcefulness, restructuring business models, diversifying income sources, and using digital tools to stay connected with customers. The journalist emphasizes that the resilience of the Ukrainian economy largely relies on the ability of small businesses to quickly recover after shelling and find new niches in the market. Despite the risks and uncertainty, many entrepreneurs continue to work, viewing their business not only as a source of income but also as a contribution to the country's economic stability during the war. The interview also touches on a broader context — how the war has transformed the everyday lives of Ukrainians and changed the role of women in the country's economy, who have been forced to take on more responsibility amid the prolonged conflict.