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40 Photos That Carry With Them The Most Heartbreaking Stories From The War In Ukraine (New Pics)
For the second month, Ukraine is resisting the Russian invasion. The world is the witness of their bravery in defending not only their own land but acting as a shield for Europe and the whole democratic world.
Despite them being very brave and with high spirits knowing that they are fighting for their freedom, war is never pretty on either of the fighting sides. Just a day after the war started, Bored Panda published an article of the heartbreaking moments of people reacting to it and sharing stories of being directly affected by it.
The reactions have calmed down a bit, but the war is still in full heat. And the suffering will not end even after the war ends because the damage it has done will need time to be healed and fixed. To not forget about it, we collected more of the atrocities that happen daily in Ukraine and urge you to donate to charities that use the money to take care of the refugees or buy military equipment, like Blue/Yellow or The National Bank Of Ukraine.
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Jette Wang Wahnon 3 years ago
There was so much focus on president Zelinskyys rise from a comedian to President of Ukraine...some sneering and laughter and not wildly popular amongst Ukranians,but when he started to first stand up to Trump and not give in to the dirty games of Trump and being punished by the then administration of the US ,withholding much needed help then he stood his ground.Heroes do not come ready-made and this man has shown to his people and the World that here is a man with true grit and integrity. The photos tell it all...He Cares... and is passionate about his fight to uphold Democracy and the right to live your life the way you choose...He knows there is a target on his head...may God protect him and help the millions who now are paying the price of being neighbours to a megalomaniac who cares only about his power and illicit gained wealth.
Suzanne McHenry 3 years ago (edited)
President Zelenskyy of Ukraine is an amazing man with integrity, he is an inspiration. He is a very brave and courageous leader who has demonstrated selfless determination in fighting to keep Ukraine free from Russian hands. He needs our full support. Since learning about him I have a lot of respect and admiration for him. I wish him, his family and the whole of the Ukraine nation the very best and for them to prevail and win against Russia. Zelenskyy is a true leader unlike Putin, Trump at el. My heart goes out to all in Ukraine. I stand with Ukraine!!!
Seanette Blaylock 3 years ago
He looks like he's aged ten years in the last six weeks.
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Nitro Codes 3 years ago (edited)
These are photos of a true man. One who will win or die in the effort of defending his nation.
Seaside Charlie 3 years ago
But he has nerves of steel. True inspirational leader.
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Busy Panda 3 years ago
Zelinskyy is the prime example how important the role of a leader is. People of Ukraine is so lucky to have him as their leader. The stark comparison is between Zelinskyy and Ashraf Ghani, the last (ex-)president of Afghanistan: 1) Ukraine was facing the threat of invasion from Russia, while Afghanistan was facing the threat of coup from Taliban 2) Ukraine was lack of military power and ammunition compared to Russia, while Afghanistan was backing by the US military which made them significantly more powerful than Taliban
Busy Panda 3 years ago (edited)
3) Both leaders (Zelinksyy and Ashraf Ghani of Afghanistan) were facing rampant corruption in their respective countries. 4) When the enemies attacked (Russia invaded Ukraine and Taliban took over the Kabul, the capital of Afghanistan), their leaders make 2 OPPOSITE actions: Zelinskyy refused to be evacuated by the US, while Ashraf Ghani and family escaped to UEA as political refugees, taking as much money as they could 5) The result: Taliban was taking over Kabul within HOURS after the last of US troops left Afghanistan. The Afghanistan soldiers gave up easily, even though they had abundant of military weapons and equipment left by the US for them to be used against Taliban. On the other hand, since Zelinskyy chose to stay and fight with his people, the Russia HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO fully occupied Ukraine, regardless their more superion weapons and military power.
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Joan Bohlmann 3 years ago (edited)
the world never seen a braver head-of-state than president zelenskyy. he could have easily left ukraine prior to the russian invasion, but he has remained steadfast in seeing his country and countrymen through these horrific times. the ukrainian people's bravery is beyond admirable. this man is a true leader in every sense of the word. may god give him and the ukrainian people all the strength they need to keep fighting. may countries in a position to help in every way they can, continue and see them through, all the way to victory.
If you are following the news, chances are, they are talking about the Russo-Ukrainian war regardless of what country you live in. Maybe you are also seeking information yourself to know what is happening.
You might have heard that Ukrainians are doing great when you have in mind that Russia was planning to seize it in a few days. They are not giving away their positions and the Russian troops are having difficulty moving forward.
Alongside the Ukrainian soldiers, civilians are also doing what they can: they are making Molotov cocktails, they are stealing Russian tanks and are trying to resist in any way they can.
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A #Ukrainian Man With Down Syndrome Bakes Bread To Feed 🇺🇦 Soldiers Fighting The War. ❤
HarriMissesScotland 3 years ago
My bread could be used as weapons. So happy for his talent, so sad for his Ukraine.
Danish Dynomummy 3 years ago
Knowing the fact that they are in need of just about all the ingredients it takes to make this, it makes this even more important! God bless your soul
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Jette Wang Wahnon 3 years ago
The trauma on their faces !! Thankfully they managed to survive...
*Displayname*=idk 3 years ago
They really do. You can tell it means a lot to the little boy.
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All of these stories that come from the war zone tell about small and big victories Ukrainians have achieved and while they are truly inspiring, they are also shadowed by the other side of war: the deaths, the injuries, lost homes and sense of uncertainty.
The city of Mariupol, which is located in southeastern Ukraine, is one of the most important ports of the country which became the target of bombings. It is now in such a critical state that it has become absolutely unlivable because people don’t have heating, water, food or access to medical care, but Russians won’t allow the formation of humanitarian corridors so civilians who are stuck there can’t escape. Nothing is left of it.
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23-Year-Old Nazar Nebozhenskyi, Who Saved 20 Fellow Soldiers By Drawing Fire From 3 Russian Btrs To Himself And Destroying 2 Of Them, Being Mortally Wounded In The Process. Remember His Name
Jette Wang Wahnon 3 years ago
NO;WE WON`T FORGET NAZAR !! a young man on the threshold of living a good life with marriage,children and holidays by the sea....A Russian Maniac put a stop to that
Nitro Codes 3 years ago (edited)
This is another true man. One who cared for others to the point he was willing to die for them. He is a martyr. Those of you who read Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, put Dumbledore's End of Year speech here, with Nazar Nebozhenskyi instead of Cedric Diggory. The 2 were exactly the same, in a way.... pure, innocent, full of love, and gone far too soon. Putin is Voldermort. He must be destroyed.
KLo 3 years ago
War is so sad. Humans killing fellow humans for land, for money, for greed, it is so ugly, so devastating. I don't understand, I don't reason.
J. F. 3 years ago
Putin does it for not being irrelevant - despite what he preaches to the russians NATO ignored them till they started to invade other countries again
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Joe Reaves 3 years ago
You won't see this kind of thing from the Russians. Not because Russians aren't brave, but because the Ukrainians are fighting for their lives, their families, their country, their very existence. The Russians have no clue why they're there or what they're fighting for. They know the reasons Putin gave are lies, because unlike the Russians back in Russia, they're seeing the truth with their own eyes. Nazar's heroism is the heroism of a man who believes in what he is fighting for and believes it is worth his life. RIP Nazar.
A B C 3 years ago
BTR is a type of soviet armored personnel carrier (APC in short, but I assume saying "a BTR is an APC" would have confused more than explained)
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I Found This Cat After The Fire. A Rocket Hit A House Near Me (I Live In Ukraine), And This Cat Must Have Been There Because His Fur Is Burnt And He Has Problems With His Paw. I Am Now Looking For His Owners. Vet Clinics Do Not Work (Do Not Write Me About Them)i Take Care Of Him, Now He Looks Better
Heather Lambie 3 years ago
Perhaps he was the one reunited with the children in the earlier photo? Looks similar. 😞
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Nitro Codes 3 years ago
I like to believe in an afterlife, because even if the father dies, he and his son will be united in the afterlife
Chris O'Keeffe 3 years ago
I like to believe in fairy dust, because even if you don't have wings, a happy thought will let you fly
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Kelzbelz79 3 years ago
I hope with all my heart that this little soldier will see his daddy again.🙏
Coffee_nut45? 3 years ago
I pray this little soldier will never have to be a soldier.
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There are even more cities that are experiencing humanitarian crises like Kharkiv and Chernihiv, but a recent retreat of Russian troops from the capital Kyiv revealed another level of cruelty.
As the Russian soldiers left the Kyiv suburbs, the Ukrainians took over the town of Bucha and the photos from the streets remind the world of something from a horror movie. Bodies scattered all over the place, just left there as they were killed or piled up in mass graves. The Russians weren’t choosing who to shoot: they aimed at people riding bicycles, kids, the elderly, even animals.
However, Russia refuses to admit that this crime against humanity was conducted by their soldiers. Their propaganda says that it was the doing of Ukrainians or even NATO. You can read more about the Kremlin’s “interpretation” of the events in Bucha in this Bored Panda article.
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Karin Jansen 3 years ago
Yes the Russians still dare claim they are the ones "fighting nazis" in Ukraine..
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Bacony Cakes 3 years ago
Congradu-f*cking-lations, Putin. I bet you feel REAAAAL proud of yourself for that one. *slow clap*
theflyingcicero 3 years ago
Yeah, Putin says he is fighting against the "Nazis"... - what a "glorious" fight this is.
Johane Moller 3 years ago
My great grandfather was in Bergen Belsen. This one really hit's hard.
Joe Reaves 3 years ago
But the Ukrainians are the Nazis in this scenario, Putin says so! RIP Boris, you deserved to die peacefully in your bed surrounded by your loved ones.
HarriMissesScotland 3 years ago
Every cell in my body is screaming for the inhumanity. He will be remembered.
Tiny Dancer 3 years ago
This whole story is truly heartbreaking. What bothers me even more about this one is that I only recognized two of those camp names. How many freakin' camps were there?! Damn, humanity sucks sometimes. May he finally rest in peace.
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Mad Dragon 3 years ago
I can't even imagine what must be going through the mother's minds as they have to decide which family members should be contacted because their death is a very real possibility.
Janice Bontrager 3 years ago
Dear Lord please take care of these people. Brings tears to my eyes.
KC Lancaster 3 years ago
Just when I thought I couldn't cry more over this horrific war, this one struck me to the core.
Load More Replies... Florida, but without the beach 3 years ago
Oh my god this is so devastating. What a harsh, gut wrenching visualization of the horror these people are living through. I thought I’d live my life without ever having to see and hear about the horrors of a war happening within my lifetime. Damn Putin for depriving this world of that.
Gwenn Kuhns 3 years ago
No parent should have to do this.. So very heartbreaking😥 if they get separated will help to reunite them❤
Bobert Robertson 3 years ago
I have kids around this age and I cannot imagine how this is happening. I feel sick for them
Beth Bohn 3 years ago
this makes my heart hurt. to have to even consider that your children could be orphaned
Nadine G 3 years ago
That's the best of the 2 worst outcomes they could experience too.
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tinyghost 3 years ago
As heartbreaking as this is, the gas doesn't change anything about this. Putin's economy is already destroyed, his own people suffering, his soldiers dying, he just doesn't care! He is a bitter old man, ignoring the world around him. Also is this comment ignoring how much Europe already is helping: taking millions of refugees, providing all possible support to the Ucrainian such as weapons, tanks, food, shelter, transport etc. But fighting against Russia would be the third world war.
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Art In Kyiv
Jette Wang Wahnon 3 years ago
stitching the torn fabric of a ruptured life together again...against all odds...powerful!!
ᴠᴀ̈ɪɴᴏ 3 years ago
Wow, I must say, the comments you've put on this post are so meaningful! Keep it up!
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What Russia is doing is committing war crimes, because even wars have rules. The definition of a war crime is provided in the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court Article 8 by listing which actions are illegal.
It includes, “Intentionally directing attacks against civilian objects, that is, objects which are not military objectives;” “Intentionally launching an attack in the knowledge that such attack will cause incidental loss of life or injury to civilians or damage to civilian objects or widespread, long-term and severe damage to the natural environment which would be clearly excessive in relation to the concrete and direct overall military advantage anticipated;” “Attacking or bombarding, by whatever means, towns, villages, dwellings or buildings which are undefended and which are not military objectives,” etc.
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Jette Wang Wahnon 3 years ago
The last link to a once peaceful life....of cause you hold on to them...hope is the last to die and God willing you will one day once again unlock a door to a new home..
Orionpax75 3 years ago
Don't ever let those keys go my friend!! I hope you make it I hope you survive to see better days!! I don't know you but I love you! I wish I had powers.....I'd make all this go away!! :(
Shalini Pabreja 3 years ago
How long will the “free world” allow this atrocity to continue? Are we to bow to another monster, like we did eighty years ago?
Patricia Stilwell 3 years ago
You cannot throw them away because they represent your home, your safe haven. I pray you can use them again when Ukraine has triumphed over tyranny
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Flopsy 3 years ago
There is the later picture of this boy bringing cans of food to the grave. Breaks my heart
UrsulaJ 3 years ago
He and his brother, 10, said they bring food for their mum to not be hungry anymore.. she was starved to death.. absolutely devastating
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Joanie 3 years ago
The world could do more to stop this evil. By sitting back we are not preventing WWIII, we are simply delaying it.
Vicky Zar 3 years ago
I think everyone hopes there will not be a WWIII. But if the NATO decides to help, that WILL start WWIII!
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It is no surprise that Russia doesn’t care about rules because back in 2014, Putin violated The Treaty on Friendship, Cooperation, and Partnership between Ukraine and the Russian Federation, which was signed in 1997. With this treaty, both of the countries agreed to not declare war on one another and maintain the country borders as they were then.
Now Europe and the Western world understands that their reaction to the violation of the treaty was too soft, especially having in mind that it wasn’t the first act of aggression from Russia until 2014. Like they realized they weren’t strict enough with Hitler after it was too late and his army had attacked Poland together with Russia.
That time Hitler lost, Germany changed and became a democratic country, the biggest economy in Europe and a friendly neighbor. If history repeats itself, we have hope for the future, but for now it is very important to support Ukraine to help them gain victory. Слава Україні!
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Defenders Of Ukraine Don't Leave Anyone In Trouble🇺🇦🤍
Lucky2BAlive 3 years ago
This fur warrior is doing something important for her. Petting animals lowers BP, among other things both physical as well as psychological. They rescued each other.
Mr. Pigeon 3 years ago
MY GOODNESS!!! that is one lucky kitty to be saved by such a b-e-a-utiful solidier. I hear said the Ukrainian lady soldiers are gorgeous???
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MGlenn 3 years ago
This picture hurts my heart. My oldest is 20, my middle is 17. This could be either of them
Tamra Stiffler 3 years ago
Yes, I have a son who will be 18 in a few months. I can't imagine sending him off to war.
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Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa) 3 years ago
Christ, without the rifles, they look like kids getting ready for a camping trip.
Oh go fuck off 3 years ago
War is such frigging insanity. Let these kids go out and enjoy life. Music. Art. Dance.
Time2Roll86🇺🇦 3 years ago
These guys are teenagers. Not even 20 and they are going to war. This picture is heartbreaking.
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Jette Wang Wahnon 3 years ago
R I P but know you died doing your chosen job and helping to shed light on the hidden horrors of war...You mattered !!
Mr Zipperface 3 years ago
The Russians are actively targeting the press, these brave journalists know this and carry on regardless.
Petra Reynolds 3 months ago
Apparently he was documenting the invasion when detained, possibly tortured and executed by Russian soldiers. A friend who was with him was likely burned alive...
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Volodymyr Zelenskyy Awarded The Order "For Courage" Of The Third Degree Mayor Of Melitopol Ivan Fedorov, Who Returned From Captivity And Refused To Cooperate With The Occupiers. Glory To Ukraine 🇺🇦
Time2Roll86🇺🇦 3 years ago
VÄINO’s comment needs to be upvoted a million times!
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Roxy Eastland 3 years ago
Mayor is an unpaid role, right? I have so much admiration for these people that will not be cowed
Jackie Nettleton 3 years ago
These are the type of people that I would love to have running the country. They are brave, loyal to the people and stand up for what is right
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*Displayname*=idk 3 years ago
I know, I'm crying hard core. Animals have a soft spot in my heart. I'm sad and happy.
Load More Replies... Tiny Dancer 3 years ago
Sweet original video here: https://www.dailypaws.com/pet-news-entertainment/feel-good-stories/ukrainian-man-reunites-with-missing-husky-bucha-video
Brenda Couvee 3 years ago
It's so sad seeing all the animals that are trying to fend for themselves, these animal rescuers all deserve a medal.
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Jette Wang Wahnon 3 years ago
I was brought up to mind the old,the children and the animals...the frailest of society...I just want to give her a hug and wish I could assure her everything will get better...
DOAWK fan 3 years ago
and i wish i had bombs and guns to kill poo tin, but I don't which is sad considering so many heartbreaks to the people of Ukraine.
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PixelShroom 3 years ago
GET THAT WOMAN A CAT, A NICE WARM HOUSE AND SOME TEA! F**K YOU PUTIN F**K YOU!!
Midwest Sweetheart 3 years ago
Wish I could scoop her up and give her a hug. I know it wouldn't fix things but to know someone cares would most likely mean a lot.
Lillian Sliupas 3 years ago
I wish I could bring her home. I wish I could tell her not to be afraid . I wish I could tell her she would have a home to go to. I wish.........
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Ukrainian Female Soldiers Rescued From Captivity. The Afu Army Manual Does Not Provide For Women To Shave Their Heads. This Was Done In Russian Captivity
Yep it's Ella 🇺🇦 3 years ago
Can the world's leaders please wake up and realise how similar this is to the holocaust? I'm sure the whole world can agree that should never happen again, but look at these photos!
Megan Curl 3 years ago
With this comment, why is no one stating the obvious: Putin called the Ukrainians Nazi mongers. The irony!
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Doggy Dork 3 years ago
The Germans did this in the Camps. It helped differentiate any escaped prisoners from local populations. Women with shaved heads stand out in a population where it's not a common hairstyle. Makes it easier to find escapees trying to blend in with the locals. It was disgusting then, it's disgusting now.
Nadine G 3 years ago
Shaving a womans hair is also a way to dehumanize them, and take away their power.
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April Stephens 3 years ago
Powerful photo. The caption is interesting because having their heads forcibly shaved most likely ranks among the least of their problems.
Monika Rhodes 3 years ago
Everyone is saying 'never again' but it's happening right now in villages and cities in ukraine. Shame the world isn't doing more
Tamra Stiffler 3 years ago
I think world leaders are doing as much as they can, while trying to avoid world war three.
Load More Replies... Nadine G 3 years ago
Gods..female PoW? Yea...I'd rather die. These women are strong and brave and I am so sorry for the trauma each suffered
Nikole 3 years ago
Were they even considered POWs? BZ just says they were in captivity... Russia is trying to circumvent the Geneva Convention? Color me surprised.
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Terra Renee 3 years ago
Wear that style with pride. You lived through what most people have nightmares about.
Nadine G 3 years ago
Considering the head shaving is just a reminder for all the other torture they suffered, including (but certainly not limited to) 1 on 1 r*pe. I wouldn't want to keep that short hair. It would remind me too much of what happened to me. This comment is hella short sighted.
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Persephone 3 years ago
Dehumanizing and demoralizing... that's their game. F*****g gross on so many levels. So many atrocities, daily.... Everything should be "in our faces" every day, and yet all I hear about is people bitching about gas.
bkjr61 bkjr61 3 years ago
When people don't learn from the past...it's destined to repeat ! 🙏🙏💛
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*Displayname*=idk 3 years ago
At least everyone there is doing g what they can. These people are definitely very strong, and comfort is also very important in structure of strongeness. These actors are opening door, these kids are going through very traumatizing times. These actors are helping minimize the trauma. Think of it. When this war ends the children are going to grow up, rebuild, and grow back the land. Trauma is going to slow down, but with thaes wonderful actors soothing these children they are reducing the trauma.
*Displayname*=idk 3 years ago
Sorry for the bad grammar. (I am crying and it makes it hard to see the tiny letters).
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*Displayname*=idk 3 years ago
Not one bit! He is also saving others! Not one person should be mad. And anyone who is messed up in the head!
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Milady Blue 3 years ago
DO NOT apologize to anyone for either your life or your country, sir. You are neither an inconvenience or inconsequential. Glory to Ukraine!
Tiny Dancer 3 years ago
Have a look at this man's Twitter page (linked under the picture, ButterfliesNFTs, or Butterflies Museum). He's been posting NFT (digital) butterflies since November. From his page: "I think nature is beautiful, and it’s better that people collect digital butterflies than people kill them for collectibles." Nothing but digital butterflies on his feed and it all stops with this post five days ago. If there's a God in heaven, please keep this butterfly lover safe. Peace for Ukraine!
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Cat!
bkjr61 bkjr61 3 years ago
Is it odd that a human and an animal can love and comfort one another but mankind wars and kill one another for no reason. The animals at least kill for their food. So sad. But this is a beautiful moment 💛🙏
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Nikole 3 years ago
Right?? And that's why I don't understand why the "power player" countries won't f*****g do anything! Because of fear of nuclear weapons? Because we haven't done this with Russia before (rolls eyes)
Load More Replies... Vicky Zar 3 years ago
My Grandmother, who lived in Poland during WWII once told me that the Germans were bad but the Russians were far worse (raping, murdering...). I was always sceptical about that but not anymore.
Juririn 3 years ago
Romanian here. I have family who witnessed first hand rape, looting and hunger brought on by the occupying Russians after the end of WWII. Eastern Europe has not forgotten the red terror.
Load More Replies... Tamra Stiffler 3 years ago
I don't see how anyone will be able to bring Putin to any kind of justice, if we can't prevent or stop him from doing these kinds of horrific things. It feels pretty damned hopeless.
AlanandLeila Hoyt 3 years ago
I hope the entire Russian govt is tried for war crimes, and Russia as a country is dissolved and absorbed into neighboring countries.
Jennifer Brown 3 years ago
I like that idea....the regular, every day Russian people are the ones suffering right along side the Ukrainians. They can't speak up, protest or tell their leader what he is doing is horrible and wrong. They risk being fined, jailed or killed.
Load More Replies... Kelzbelz79 3 years ago
Some people are too evil to have the gift of life, I honestly don't understand some people, maybe I'm too trusting and nieve but my heart hurts so much sometimes.
LynzCatastrophe 3 years ago
May Putin be hung from a tree by his toes while ravens slowly eat him alive. After someone shoves a barbed wired baseball bat up his @ss.
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Mr. Sasquatch Guy 3 years ago
That is horrible. I have never wished death on anyone, but I seriously hope someone puts a bullet in Putin's skull. That man is insane, and no level of diplomatic talks are going to stop him at this point.
Lis Daglish 3 years ago (edited)
I agree, but in the meantime, I worry that we look to him now as a dog who would bite his own leg off when trapped. This insanity is what scares me.
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Lara Verne 3 years ago
Not only Russians. I live in Czechia, and my acquaintance believes that this is all fake and she's on Putin's side. There's over 100 people from Ukraine in our town.. But she believes there's no war. When she said it, I thought it was very bad joke, but no, she meant it.
Patricia Stilwell 3 years ago
We have a similar problem here with a former president
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J C 3 years ago
I have Russian friends and they feel helpless. Their parents (we're in our 20s-30s, the parents 50s-70s) are brainwashed by the news and refuse to believe even live video calls from family there. My friends are all so upset and some have even got in trouble for being vocal to end the war. I'm in Canada and my Russian expat dentist has even passed around an email that all teeth cleaning money will go to a dental supplies container for those who need emergency mouth surgeries in Ukraine
Kristen Kidd 3 years ago
I always assumed that Russian govt actually blocked things on social media and the internet, like a Russian couldn't read something written by someone in America. I never thought about the logistics of that until I heard an expert (whose name I don't remember) say, "Russians who want the truth have access to the truth." And that it's only the state tv that's really censored like that. That makes me so sad to know that Russian citizens are mostly choosing to turn a blind eye to their own families' horror.
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When The Fighting In Bucha Near Kyiv Intensified, The Russians Went Berserk. The Occupiers Began Killing People En Masse, Shooting And Throwing Grenades At Them. Nikolai Was Given 20 Minutes To Piece Together His Friend And Bury Him
Lis Daglish 3 years ago
Jesus Christ. Putin MUST be made accountable for his horrific war crimes.
Yu Kvarta 3 years ago
This is not 150000 putins in Russian's army. This is russians people who killed Ukrainians
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ᴠᴀ̈ɪɴᴏ 3 years ago
I hope putin is hanged for this crime. i never ever have wished death on people in my life till now, but i want putin hanged. yes i typed his name with a small "p" to show the respect I have for him, oh wait, i dont
Who Panda 420 3 years ago
I think the best way will be if his own people take him out. I think that will be the quickest because the sanctions will take forever and people are just going to keep dying. Unless he leaves Russia he'll never be in trouble for his war crimes he could live out the rest of his life very comfortably right where he is.
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Jette Wang Wahnon 3 years ago
Who will ever recover from an ordeal like this...words fail me..
LynzCatastrophe 3 years ago
Hang on. Before I let the ravens eat Putin alive, I'd like to also remove his toenails, fingernails and his tongue. As for the Russian soldiers "following orders".... to the generals, I slowly roast you all over flaming coals. The foot soldiers? I'm just going to make little slices on you and throw you into the ocean near Madagascar.
Jennifer Brown 3 years ago
I'm so sorry for your loss. Know that your friend appreciated every thing you did for him and he would not have wanted you to risk your life further.
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Roman Hrybov (On The Right), The Border Guard From The Snake Island, Author Of "Russian Warship..." Motto, Is Back At Home!
Mikey Kliss 3 years ago
This was great news when I heard it. We got to take what good news we can get
Lis Daglish 3 years ago
‘Russian Warship go F**K yourselves’ should be a t-shirt. So proud of them.
Lucky2BAlive 3 years ago
Wonder if he ever realized, his simple, and honest response galvanized the world. Seconded only by the cargo vessel that told another Russian ship in need of fuel no and to “start rowing”
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“War Is War, But Flowers Still Need To Be Planted” - The View Of A Kyiv City Gardener, Bringing Spring Colour To The City. She’s Hopeful That Conflict Will Be Over Soon And Wants The Capital Looking Beautiful Again
Jette Wang Wahnon 3 years ago
People do the strangest things during adversity...her way to cope with it all...
Katinka Min 3 years ago
Hope dies last. And all these plants need to be planted, now, or they will die. A German rose breeder, Kordes, is selling packages with Kordes roses from a gardening center in Ukraine, which is a great idea. These ukrianians need the money and the plants will die otherwise.
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This lady is planting hope. Heavenly beauty in defiance of unspeakable ugliness.
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"Where Is My Dad?" Dima, A Young Ukrainian Boy, Cries From His Hospital Bed As He Asks For His Father, Who, Like Dima, Was Injured In Mariupol. His Father Is Being Treated In Another Part Of The Hospital
ᴠᴀ̈ɪɴᴏ 3 years ago
Same! I wish I could give him a huge bear hug this is so heartbreaking :(
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MPS 3 years ago
Well let's think positive, his dad was in the same hospital, alive, so when they are better they can see each other
*Displayname*=idk 3 years ago
Yes, than you! This is sad that they are separated but again they are both alive.
Load More Replies... Vicky Zar 3 years ago
Nope, thats it, I cannot go on in this list. I can no longer read through the tears. I live in Germany and my husband and I just discussed what we will do if Germany joins the fighting and he will have to go to war. By this point it is a real possibility in my opinion. We said we would tell our kids the truth. That he might never come back... so they can give him a proper goodby.... my heart breaks for every child harmed physically, mentally and emotionally in this war.
Lillian Sliupas 3 years ago
I hope and pray there is someone left to hug him and reassure him with Love not War .
Jessie Zhang 3 years ago
I feel so bad for all the people in Ukraine right now... it must be so hard for them :(
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Jette Wang Wahnon 3 years ago
The Russians are using The Scorched Earth strategy....They have before...when Napoleon invaded Russia but that was to defend themselves....now it is used as pure evil against their brothers...
Yu Kvarta 3 years ago
Ukrainian are not brothers of russians. Russia stolen ukrainian history, culture, name of country ( Rus' is the old name of ukrainian territory). Also they try to destroy Ukraine more than 300 years. So we are NOT brothers. This this fake like all than Russia says.
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Nikole 3 years ago
But "the soldiers don't know what they're doing and are just following orders". F**k off.
Nitro Codes 3 years ago
I think we are trying to give them the benefit of the doubt, but I don't think all of them knew what they were doing, at least in the beginning.
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UpupaEpops 3 years ago
It was done during WW2 on my great grandparent's farm. The mighty Allied soldiers waited until all crops have been gathered and then took everything. Whatever animal couldn't be taken, was shot. My family had to watch, lined up in front of their house, in complete silence under the threat of being executed on the spot. My great grandmother hid the duvets in the chimney to ensure they have something to keep themselves warm with as winter was approaching.
Mr. Pigeon 3 years ago
the grain can be saved, if you can find a clean dry place and set it out over tables but you have to spread it on the table thinly so it can dry...It takes a lot to render grain useless unless those pieces of s**t poisoned it...
Nazda Pokmov 3 years ago
They have done this before and they will do it again and again and again
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Serial pacifist 3 years ago
Genocide happened in my country, Bosnia, in the nineties. Most of the world looked away for 4 years. Now, pro-Putin Serbia is back at it again, encouraging separatists. Even Croatia is at it with them. Just crazy. Egomaniacs never learn and never let live. It is like they are sure that their only way to be remembered in history is war, and they are eager to produce it.
Nadine G 3 years ago
I remember the Bosnian conflict, my father was air force and was sent along with loads of Canadian troops for UN peacekeeping. He never told me anything, and I only found out about what was happening through my mom and school. I'm sorry you lived through that, and I'm sorry it's happening again
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Lillian Sliupas 3 years ago
Its Hell on earth. Caused by Putins ego, I wonder if hes not a descendent of Hitler
Coffee_nut45? 3 years ago
"The only thing needed for the triumph of evil is that good men do nothing". -Edmond Burke-
*Displayname*=idk 3 years ago
This is unsettling l, and just plain rude. Why would you destroy someones home, town, etc.
Volchica 2 years ago (edited)
I kinda want to 1 get more fluent in a language Putin knows 2 travel to Russia 3 yell at him about his war crimes and crimes against humanity 4 stab him in the leg with a steak knife 5 force him to endure negative Fahrenheit temperatures 6 force him to endure "mild" poisoning and 7 have him at the mercy of a mob of angry Ukrainians.
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Jette Wang Wahnon 3 years ago
Kitchens are the heart of a house...a place where you cook,of cause,but somehow it is also the place you gravitate to, and it will fill up with friends and family and where you will talk to grandma,confide in your mother or catch your kids stealing cookies when they were supposed to be asleep...All in another World...I hope the owners are alive and well...kitchens can be rebuilt..
ᴠᴀ̈ɪɴᴏ 3 years ago
This is such a meaningful and fantastic comment. WE NEED MORE UPVOTES FOR THIS LEGEND, PANDAS!
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Joe Reaves 3 years ago
The ceramic cockerel on top of the cabinet was designed by a famous Ukrainian artist. It is now a symbol of survival in Ukraine. The President and the UK PM were both given one yesterday by a resident.
Lillian Sliupas 3 years ago
If it was up to Putin this is how the whole world would look like if they didn't agree with him. Remember these photos and realize your next if he's not stopped.
Isabella Minter 3 years ago
bruh those are some strong bolts! hope the past occupants are safe!!
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Bexx 🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦 3 years ago (edited)
I’ve been just bawling through this entire thread, this is horrifying
Load More Replies... Who Panda 420 3 years ago
I'm pretty sure this is the one I saw on BBC that had to bury her own son
Juririn 3 years ago
I saw it, too. One of the most heartbreaking stories ever...
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S. Mi 3 years ago
I disagree with the characterization of the soldiers. The invasion is Evil, the people are the ground are just people. Likely following orders, traumatized, potentially hungry, fueled by alcohol or stimulants, caught up in something they are dissociated from. Most will be damaged forever by what they have done. That is war. No side really wins. Only those in power benefit.
Scagsy 3 years ago
Initially, Russian soldiers may not have been aware of the reason they were entering Ukraine. They had my sympathy then. But they know by now. They knew when they were bombing hospitals and apartment blocks. They knew when they were raping civilians. They knew when they were cold-heartedly executing civilians like dogs in the street. This 'they are victims of war' routine no longer washes with me. Who was the victim when a female corpse was defiled by a Russian soldier and branded with a swastika? Was that an order from Moscow?
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Jette Wang Wahnon 3 years ago
Although heartbreaking Mantas left behind something lasting and will not be forgotten
Lillian Sliupas 3 years ago
Of coarse he had to die he knew the truth, stood up for it and paid the price with his life . Evil cannot let men like Mantas live.
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Zophra 3 years ago
This is very depressing. I would have never thought of this as yet another horrible result of war.
Jette Wang Wahnon 3 years ago
Way back when the Iraqian troops invaded Kuwait the animals in the zoo died of hunger...
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Mariya Chuchman 3 years ago
They have not been euthanized at the end. After this news had been announced on TV volunteers came and rescued them. Part of animals are in Kyiv zoo now, part - headed to Western Ukraine
Tiny Dancer 3 years ago
UPDATE: Not sure about other animals, but the lions appear to have been evacuated, yeah! After this story came out, the zoo sent out a plea for financial help. Humanity came through. "A large number of Kharkiv, Kiev, Odessa, Dnipro residents, representatives of many other cities and countries offered their help – it is simply impossible to list them all." From here, includes brief video of lions in cages at the top of the page, scroll down for the story: https://uk.news.yahoo.com/lions-evacuated-kharkiv-zoo-191220207.html
Brenda Couvee 3 years ago
Thank you for sharing this Tiny Dancer. I saw a clip of a van that was loaded with wallabies, and other small animals from a zoo, that had been saved. Animals are a casualty of war, just like people.
Load More Replies... *Displayname*=idk 3 years ago
NO! They would shoot and kill them! I would rather them give them to another country.
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LuckyNumbers 3 years ago
Hell no. Evacuate. And I'm glad they ended up doing just that instead of killing them.
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April Stephens 3 years ago
What what what no, this can't be. (I know it is true, I just mean I feel distressed about it.) I just heard on the most recent episode of This American Life about zookeepers staying in Ukraine to care for their animals. They took turns sleeping next to the elephant to comfort him when he'd get scared during the shellings.
Grumble O'Pug 3 years ago
The zoo is on Facebook and you can follow updates. No corridor, animals like mandrakes dying from heart attacks, large stock running into fences and doing grave injury. He’s getting more out. But russia is just petty and vile shelling a zoo
Lynne Polvi 3 years ago
I was wondering what they would do with zoo animals. That is heartbreaking.
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Jette Wang Wahnon 3 years ago
Just keep telling yourself that things WILL get back to normal...
SW Dad 3 years ago
Better to know you can never go back, only move forward.
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Berry Budgie 3 years ago
@Kassiopeia. People are dying in horrifying days. This is not something to joke about.
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Blue Mar 3 years ago
Russians the same did in Poland, they robbed killed or raped whole villages after II WW... They called themselves "saviours" but they were worst than nazis. They left villages with diseases and everything was taken, even railways tracks. We used to call them "red plague". They were like the worst type of people. None of grandmothers ever talked about, they just had tears in eyes.
Scagsy 3 years ago
I suppose that, at least while the pigs are thieving, they aren't out killing.
Lillian Sliupas 3 years ago
Has insanity become the rule of the Russian army! Have they opened the doors to an asylum and let them run free. ?
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*Displayname*=idk 3 years ago
You can tell how happy they are, the stress relieved in their faces, and that they are grateful to finally see each other again safely. 🇺🇦
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*Displayname*=idk 3 years ago
Same! I wish everyone could end this without anymore deaths. But unfortunately that most likely won't happen.
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Cheese Dinner 3 years ago (edited)
alright, i need to stop. This is horrifying. and for my dad to say this wasn't much of a big deal....
EEF🤓 3 years ago (edited)
I cannot understand that mindset. The inability to put oneself in another's shoes.
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*Displayname*=idk 3 years ago (edited)
Some don't think this is that big ,but just imagine yourself in their shoes. Like imagine having you or someone close being drafted to war. The thoughts of not making it back taking over your mind. The destruction all around you. The fear of never seeing tomorrow. Awful. Intoxicated. Hateful. Let's see how big it is now.
Barbara Bokulić Gotić 3 years ago
It says “Glory to Ukraine!” (Slava Ukraini)
Load More Replies... Lillian Sliupas 3 years ago
They need someone to help defend their country ,at least the families could leave, and get to safety. Hes staying to hopefully fight for his family to be able to come home .again. War is insanity and different rules apply
Brandy Grote 3 years ago
Ukraine government won't let them leave, and Russian soldiers shoot them whether in uniform or not. What a trap.
SilverSkyCloud 3 years ago
why wont they let men leave is it a "women and children first" situation? if thats the case what about single father families?
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Irishwoman abroad 3 years ago
Does this remind anyone else of the little redshoes in Schindler's List?
Lillian Sliupas 3 years ago
The price of a War that should not have happened. One man's ego Putin should be out down. Unfortunately it does seem that the good die young.
Nazda Pokmov 3 years ago
A grave dug where the person fell dead. how insensitive is that? But they have no choice
Jessie Zhang 3 years ago
200 children? Putin must be punished. This is like the holocaust! History repeats itself...
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Nitro Codes 3 years ago
Putin is a person who attacks civilians. He is a war criminal. If he ever leaves Russia, he will almost certainly die or be arrested.
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Jette Wang Wahnon 3 years ago
I fear for Mariupol...Putin is determined to erase it to the ground..
A B C 3 years ago
But Ukrainians won't let him. They must and they will win this war, and they will rebuild. They know what they're fighting for.
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House Of My Grandma Which Survived The Chernobyl Catastrophe Is Destroyed Now
Terra Renee 3 years ago
Don't worry. If it's Chernobyl, the Russians got what they deserved. They were basically eating radiation and rolling in it. So hopefully they perished painfully.
Alexia 3 years ago
They even dug trenches in the radioactive soil of the Red Woods near Chernobyl.
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Zophra 3 years ago
In the beginning it seems the reporting was focused on Russian soldiers that didn't want to fight, were scared inexperienced boys... and now people are being executed point blank. What changed? Different military? Becoming jaded? Does anyone know more?
SW Dad 3 years ago
This is what war does to people. This is what happened in Vietnam. Those "scared inexperienced boys" are still receiving marching orders, and in the midst of chaos, nothing is more comforting than being told what to do. So you don't have to think about it.
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Official_Blink 3 years ago
Im in legit tears. I cant even imagine what pain those poor souls are going through. When I found out about the war , I was broken. But my Parents said , " Dont worry , Its not in India " and I gave them one of my best Can-You-Shut-The-F**k-Up looks. Atleast once think about humanity , ASSHOLES ! I still cant believe whats happening . I pray everyday for this war to end
*Displayname*=idk 3 years ago (edited)
I tearing as well. I can't understand why they are fighting. But I don't like it one bit. Not to many care. Which is also very upsetting. I'm American, and someone said the same thing "Don't worry, its not in the US". I mean, after it got worse. Me and my family have found good escape roots away from major cities just in case. But still very unsettling. I want this to end.
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Daniel (ShadowDrakken) 3 years ago
At which point does the world stop watching and start doing something about this illegal war? Are the war crimes not enough? How about the blatant genocide? The world was afraid to step in early when lives could have been saved, are we really going to wait until there's no Ukraine left?
Laura Elizabeth 3 years ago
That would bring WWIII and likely nuclear war.
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Sue From Michigan 3 years ago
Putin and his generals need to be arrested for war crimes, this is so horrible.
Mr Zipperface 3 years ago
Please take a moment to think about the anti-war protesters within Russia, these people have everything to lose yet are publicly standing up for what is right.
Logic and Reason 3 years ago
People need to stop with the “the world is just watching” bs. The US alone has sent billions of dollars in aid and continues to send more. Just because foreign armies have to stay out of it for the most part doesn’t mean that no one is helping.
Madeleine Flowers 3 years ago
How the hell did I not find this post until almost 7 pm? I've been on BP since 6:30 am and have not seen this, and I normally go through EVERYTHING. I just can't believe that people didn't see this, that people didn't notice, and people still continue to ignore everything that is happening. It's horrendous.
Zophra 3 years ago
In the beginning it seems the reporting was focused on Russian soldiers that didn't want to fight, were scared inexperienced boys... and now people are being executed point blank. What changed? Different military? Becoming jaded? Does anyone know more?
SW Dad 3 years ago
This is what war does to people. This is what happened in Vietnam. Those "scared inexperienced boys" are still receiving marching orders, and in the midst of chaos, nothing is more comforting than being told what to do. So you don't have to think about it.
Load More Replies... Official_Blink 3 years ago
Im in legit tears. I cant even imagine what pain those poor souls are going through. When I found out about the war , I was broken. But my Parents said , " Dont worry , Its not in India " and I gave them one of my best Can-You-Shut-The-F**k-Up looks. Atleast once think about humanity , ASSHOLES ! I still cant believe whats happening . I pray everyday for this war to end
*Displayname*=idk 3 years ago (edited)
I tearing as well. I can't understand why they are fighting. But I don't like it one bit. Not to many care. Which is also very upsetting. I'm American, and someone said the same thing "Don't worry, its not in the US". I mean, after it got worse. Me and my family have found good escape roots away from major cities just in case. But still very unsettling. I want this to end.
Load More Replies... Daniel (ShadowDrakken) 3 years ago
At which point does the world stop watching and start doing something about this illegal war? Are the war crimes not enough? How about the blatant genocide? The world was afraid to step in early when lives could have been saved, are we really going to wait until there's no Ukraine left?
Laura Elizabeth 3 years ago
That would bring WWIII and likely nuclear war.
Load More Replies... Sue From Michigan 3 years ago
Putin and his generals need to be arrested for war crimes, this is so horrible.
Mr Zipperface 3 years ago
Please take a moment to think about the anti-war protesters within Russia, these people have everything to lose yet are publicly standing up for what is right.
Logic and Reason 3 years ago
People need to stop with the “the world is just watching” bs. The US alone has sent billions of dollars in aid and continues to send more. Just because foreign armies have to stay out of it for the most part doesn’t mean that no one is helping.
Madeleine Flowers 3 years ago
How the hell did I not find this post until almost 7 pm? I've been on BP since 6:30 am and have not seen this, and I normally go through EVERYTHING. I just can't believe that people didn't see this, that people didn't notice, and people still continue to ignore everything that is happening. It's horrendous.
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