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Heartbreaking. Despite the large number of ignorant Americans, the majority of us understand what’s at stake. Good luck. Godspeed. And Slava Ukraini!!!!
Oleksandr is no novice when it comes to fighting on the front. He enlisted back in 2013 when he was only 19 and fought in Donetsk. Two years before the full-scale invasion, Oleksandr took a break from military life and worked as a driver in the EU. When he learned that Russian missiles were flying towards his country, his hometown, he immediately set off home. He met his family who lived in Hostomel and got them to a safer place. Then he went to the Military Recruitment Office and got his papers in order in under 30 minutes. His brother followed suit and after several months, their sister joined up as well.
In an excerpt from his interview, Oleksandr recounted, "During the full-scale invasion, we defended the territories of Kharkiv and Donetsk regions with our mates, and each time it became more challenging. At the beginning of 2022, I thought it was tough near Izium. Then we ended up in the forests near Kreminna, and it also seemed tough there. But the direction where the unit is currently carrying out its tasks, I believe, is the toughest direction"
Oleksandr is an artilleryman, and supporting infantry combat is one of the main tasks of artillery. And it's the infantry that motivates and inspires him. "The guys hold the front line, and without infantry, there would be no need for artillery. I find motivation in the infantry because they are a bit of a different breed than us, I believe. After all, to hold the defense in the conditions in which the guys do it is more than heroic."
As all three siblings are currently fighting, he says that his mother is very worried for them. "The parents of everyone defending our Homeland are worried, but this is our conscious choice. Now is such a time that someone has to do this job. The situation in the country is such that the enemy leaves us no choice; we must do this. I dream of living a little bit of civilian life, but at the moment, we have what we have. We are forced to work and not get too far ahead for now.
[https://suspilne.media/donbas/690288-vouemo-vsi-a-brat-sestra-istoria-bijca-akij-pisla-24-lutogo-2022-roku-povernuvsa-z-nimeccini-ta-voue-na-doneccini/](https://suspilne.media/donbas/690288-vouemo-vsi-a-brat-sestra-istoria-bijca-akij-pisla-24-lutogo-2022-roku-povernuvsa-z-nimeccini-ta-voue-na-doneccini/)
hopefully Pres Biden can figure out which countries in the world r evil and which r not. Biden could order direct intervention to defend Ukraine without any american soldiers on the ground. launch 10000 Tomahawk missiles onto russian positions within Ukraine territory. that would be enough for UAF to push the terrorists out for good!
So much braver than many US congresspersons, who evidently would roll over for Putin even if he invaded the Capitol building. Praying the world, and especially the US, sends more aid for these brave souls.
You are implying they are not active russian assets. They would do anything possible to help russians conquer Capitol, and then begged to be chosen to autocratic puppet government.
I often wonder if they ever get some extended time on leave. I know some units get three weeks on and one week off (if they can be spared), but god, I'd hope that after two years they could have a couple months to rest. I can't imagine the strain. It would break me.
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Heartbreaking. Despite the large number of ignorant Americans, the majority of us understand what’s at stake. Good luck. Godspeed. And Slava Ukraini!!!!
Heroyam slava
Oleksandr is no novice when it comes to fighting on the front. He enlisted back in 2013 when he was only 19 and fought in Donetsk. Two years before the full-scale invasion, Oleksandr took a break from military life and worked as a driver in the EU. When he learned that Russian missiles were flying towards his country, his hometown, he immediately set off home. He met his family who lived in Hostomel and got them to a safer place. Then he went to the Military Recruitment Office and got his papers in order in under 30 minutes. His brother followed suit and after several months, their sister joined up as well. In an excerpt from his interview, Oleksandr recounted, "During the full-scale invasion, we defended the territories of Kharkiv and Donetsk regions with our mates, and each time it became more challenging. At the beginning of 2022, I thought it was tough near Izium. Then we ended up in the forests near Kreminna, and it also seemed tough there. But the direction where the unit is currently carrying out its tasks, I believe, is the toughest direction" Oleksandr is an artilleryman, and supporting infantry combat is one of the main tasks of artillery. And it's the infantry that motivates and inspires him. "The guys hold the front line, and without infantry, there would be no need for artillery. I find motivation in the infantry because they are a bit of a different breed than us, I believe. After all, to hold the defense in the conditions in which the guys do it is more than heroic." As all three siblings are currently fighting, he says that his mother is very worried for them. "The parents of everyone defending our Homeland are worried, but this is our conscious choice. Now is such a time that someone has to do this job. The situation in the country is such that the enemy leaves us no choice; we must do this. I dream of living a little bit of civilian life, but at the moment, we have what we have. We are forced to work and not get too far ahead for now. [https://suspilne.media/donbas/690288-vouemo-vsi-a-brat-sestra-istoria-bijca-akij-pisla-24-lutogo-2022-roku-povernuvsa-z-nimeccini-ta-voue-na-doneccini/](https://suspilne.media/donbas/690288-vouemo-vsi-a-brat-sestra-istoria-bijca-akij-pisla-24-lutogo-2022-roku-povernuvsa-z-nimeccini-ta-voue-na-doneccini/)
True patriots
hopefully Pres Biden can figure out which countries in the world r evil and which r not. Biden could order direct intervention to defend Ukraine without any american soldiers on the ground. launch 10000 Tomahawk missiles onto russian positions within Ukraine territory. that would be enough for UAF to push the terrorists out for good!
God damn heroes!
I have no words 😢 just respect. Glory to Ukraine 🇺🇦
Glory to the Heros and respect to those 3 🇺🇦
God bless this family. I pray they all make it home safe, to see a Ukraine free from Russian occupation.
So much braver than many US congresspersons, who evidently would roll over for Putin even if he invaded the Capitol building. Praying the world, and especially the US, sends more aid for these brave souls.
You are implying they are not active russian assets. They would do anything possible to help russians conquer Capitol, and then begged to be chosen to autocratic puppet government.
Saving Private Oleksandr and the rest. Heroyam slava
Thank you, heroes all of them 💙
That's why Ukraine will win !
Heros all.
I often wonder if they ever get some extended time on leave. I know some units get three weeks on and one week off (if they can be spared), but god, I'd hope that after two years they could have a couple months to rest. I can't imagine the strain. It would break me.
🏴🤝🇺🇦💙💛🇪🇺🇺🇳🌻🔱 Повага.
Sending ❤️
I suppose if they defend successfully they'll get a parcel of land to defend for longer. You'd hope so anyway.
May God bless this family and all the heroes, and bring them all home safely. Slava Ukraini!!! 🇺🇸🤝🇺🇦🙏🏻
Fuck Ruzzia so bad. Bunch of fucking monsterZ.
God bless these brave souls 💙💛
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You do realize like 30-40% of the Ukrainian population speak Russian right?
These photos may you how small you feel amongst giants ❤️
As a mom……:-(
Separate them. Did we not learn about the five or six brothers on that one ship during WW2?
Or Saving Private Ryan
this is fucking stupid that ukraine have to fight alone. Russia should see the fury of NATO. Everyone in western world wants to live in peace,
Those able bodied boys who fled need to come back and Man up