Ukraine War Diaries: Soldier’s Stories & Civilian Voices
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Ukraine War Diaries: Raw, Unfiltered, and Unforgettable
The fight for freedom is rarely clean, and never easy. These firsthand accounts, ranging from the brutal early days of the 2014 Russian invasion to the current conflict, expose the harsh realities of war etched on the souls of both Ukrainian soldiers and civilians. From the trenches to bomb shelters, their stories capture the resilience of the human spirit under unimaginable pressure, serving as a stark reminder of the human cost of conflict. Prepare to be moved, angered, and inspired as we dive into the lives forever marked by the fight for Ukraine’s survival.
Key Takeaways from the Frontlines and Home Front:
2014 – A Prelude to Invasion: The "93: The Battle for Ukraine" documentary showcases the ferocity of the fighting around Donetsk Airport in 2014, highlighting the Ukrainian Army’s early struggles and sacrifices against Russian-backed separatists.
Putin’s Miscalculations: "Seven Losses of Putin" dissects the strategic blunders of the Russian leader, offering valuable military analysis on the current war’s trajectory.
Life Upended: USA Today’s coverage of a Ukrainian mother’s war diary provides a chilling glimpse into the immediate impact of the 2022 invasion on civilians, underlining the fear and uncertainty thrust upon everyday people.
Bearing Witness Through Words: A teenager’s diary from besieged Mariupol stands as a testament to the power of documenting atrocities. His words ensure that the world never forgets the horrors endured by those trapped in the conflict’s crossfire.
Occupation’s Brutal Reality: "Ukrainian War Diary: testimony about the occupation" lays bare the harrowing experiences of those living under Russian military control, offering crucial insight into the human rights abuses committed far from the frontline cameras.
Conclusion: The Power of Sharing Stories
These are just a few glimpses into the lives forever altered by the war in Ukraine. The stories shared in these videos, raw and unfiltered, remind us of the true cost of war, a cost paid not just in bullets and bombs, but in shattered lives and broken dreams. Scroll down to watch the videos and hear their voices; for to listen to these modern-day war chronicles is to honor their courage and remember why the fight for freedom must never be silenced.
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93: the Battle for Ukraine – War Diary of the 93rd Brigade Kholodny Yar 2014-2016Lidi Ya Films2,849,892 views | 23,280 | December 31 2020 11:27:36 (2,555 comments)[ Read more … ]
The second part of the stunning story of the Russian-Ukrainian war filmed and told by veterans of the Ukrainian Army’s 93rd Brigade.
00:00 Introduction
01:07 How this war was being prepared
02:21 Volunteer battalions in the area of ​​the 93-th brigade’s deployment
03:54 Re-formation of the 1st Battalion
04:31 Positions of the 1st Battalion on the outskirts of Donetsk,
05:12 Rotation of the Ukrainian Army at the airport
06:48 Liberating of Opytne, and “Zenit”,
07:33 Position 93/17 «Muraveinyk» («Anthill»),
09:21 Fighting at the old and new terminals of the Donetsk airport
20:08 Taking control of the Weather Station of the Donetsk airport
22:37 Tank battles
25:20 Artillery units around Donetsk Airport
28:00 Donetsk Airport Flight Control Tower
30:32 Artillery against the tank
31:36 Russian tankers killed on the runway of Donetsk airport
32:21 Fire in the flight control tower
34:30 How “Ural” of the Armed Forces passed to the flight control tower bypassing the checkpoints of terrorists
37:15 At the Fire station of Donetsk airport
39:19 2nd Battalion, Battle of the Monastery
43:02 AFV crew breaks out from the encirclement
48:33 The biggest losses in the battles for the Donetsk airport,
59:20 2nd Battalion at positions around Donetsk.
54:03 Positions of the 93rd Brigade in early 2015
55:10 Battle at Butivka mine
01:00:56 Defense of Position «Zenit»
01:04:17 The everyday life of the village of Pisky, a short preview of 93: The Battle for Ukraine Part 3
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Seven Losses of Putin: How to Fail as Dictator – Ukraine War Diary 01/Mar/2023Ukraine Matters53,822 views | 7,059 | March 1 2023 20:40:32 (510 comments)[ Read more … ]
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Ukraine war diary reveals life during Russian invasion | USA TodayUSA TODAY2,176 views | 70 | March 14 2022 18:28:28 (16 comments)[ Read more … ]
Ukraine war diary details life during Russian invasion through the eyes of a mother
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Ukrainian Teenager’s War Diary Tells Of Shock And Horror From Besieged MariupolRadio Free Europe/Radio Liberty7,338 views | 521 | May 19 2023 16:22:28 (37 comments)[ Read more … ]
Seventeen-year-old Denys Kharlashyn lived with his family in Mariupol as Russian forces laid waste to the city. The Ukrainian teenager decided to chronicle his experiences in a diary. As Russian rockets rained down, Kharlashyn said he started his journal so there would be some proof he existed.
Originally published at – https://www.rferl.org/a/ukraine-war-teenager-mariupol-diary/32419285.html
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Ukrainian War Diary: testimony about the occupation by the russian armyLidi Ya Films1,847 views | 60 | April 17 2022 00:26:59 (9 comments)[ Read more … ]
The resident of Malaya Rogan village tells about what happened during the Russian occupation of the village in 2022.
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Ukraine War Diary – Return to Position X, 2 Nov 2023Institute for War & Peace Reporting1,996 views | 28 | November 23 2023 12:39:11 (2 comments)[ Read more … ]
By Anthony Borden and Mykhaylo Shtekel in Zaporizhzhia region, south-eastern Ukraine.
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