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The current war in Ukraine has been going on for 6 days right now, but even on day 1, it managed to do unbelievable damage to millions of lives in the region.

While a lot have managed to flee to neighboring countries as refugees, and many are still on their way to safety, there are those who either decided to stay behind, or did not manage to flee in time before the war came their way.

The latter have been sharing moments from the lives that they now lead, huddled up at home or in bomb shelters, showing just how drastically it all changed the minute bombs and troops came crashing in. Below you will find some of these moments in picture form.

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"Bringing The Dog Into The Bomb Shelter, 26/02/2022"

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Kathryn Baylis
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They’re family, and you just don’t leave family behind.

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Right now is day 6 of the armed conflict between the Russian Federation and Ukraine. The death toll keeps rising as the conflict continues to escalate, with numbers reported in the thousands over the last week alone, and this includes civilians, armed forces, volunteers and other casualties on both sides.

And this is besides all of the damage done to the various buildings and structures around the country, as well as all of the heavy military and supporting machinery that’s been destroyed during battles.

You can also refer to this article we’ve posted yesterday about one Aaron Parnas, who detailed why the Russian government is invading Ukraine and he keeps providing brief reports on the developments in the Russo-Ukrainian war.

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Newborn Babies Are Being Taken Care Of In A Basement Used As A Bomb Shelter At The Okhmadet Children's Hospital In Kyiv, Ukraine, Monday, Feb. 28, 2022

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Poultry Geist
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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I can’t even imagine how awful this must feel for these women !

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A Tearful Kyiv Resident Sings Ukraine's National Anthem As She Cleans Shattered Glass In Her Apartment

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is depressing, I hope, I really truly hope that Putin will at least withdraw troops, or there’ll be a rebellion from the soldiers

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POV: You Live In Ukraine. Sleeping with your clothes on in case of an emergency

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People who remain in Ukraine are sharing footage of their lives in the country on various social media, but primarily on video-supporting sites like TikTok and Instagram.

Some have decided to stay at home, making several war-appropriate improvements like scotch-taping their windows so that they wouldn’t shatter if an explosion was to happen nearby, and having a bag or a backpack all ready in the case of evacuation.

However, those who have fled their home found a place in various public bomb shelters. Some even retreated to their own basements and underground spaces meant to withstand bomb blasts.

Footage shows how kids, parents and grandparents are huddling together in small areas in hopes of avoiding the implications of a targeted or stray missile or bomb shell.

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"They Don't Allow Dogs In The Bomb Shelter..."

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In another video, the woman explains that they do actually allow pets in bomb shelters, just that they don't allow these particular breeds as people often are afraid of them (despite the video showing that they are very friendly) and there are a lot of them, which means preparing food and walking them will be a problem. She also has cats and kids to take care of which makes transporting and maintaining it all very difficult. Hence she decided to stay at home.

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Kathryn Baylis
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I would do the same. If I had time, I’d pile them all in the SUV and leave, but if I didn’t, we’d all be living in the basement too.

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POV: You Live In Ukraine. Having an emergency backpack with essentials prepared

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Kathryn Baylis
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Smart to have a “go bag” ready. You never know when you’ll have to leave at a moment’s notice. It’s a good idea to have a bag already packed with essentials, including a change of clothes, irreplaceable small pictures and mementos, some food, toothbrush, etc—-and most importantly, your important papers and some cash. Keep it beside you, and carry it when you go out. Pack one for your pets too.

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POV: You Live In Ukraine. Taping windows with scotch-tape so they wouldn't shatter

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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

As someone who lives in the US in Hurricane Alley, my advice is to use stronger tape. If your home has functional shutters outside your windows, shut and secure them. Windows that break can be replaced, but the flying glass while they’re breaking can injure or even kill. Please stay safe. Hope the Russian troops all just give up because they’re out of gas, hungry, and way more scared than you are.

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Yet others shared pictures and video from places like hospitals. In particular, there is footage of a children’s hospital that has its own bunker, housing numerous kids and their mothers, all seemingly being taken care of by the hospital staff.

Some people showed how their homes were destroyed, with one video going viral of a woman and her daughter standing in front of their house, facing away from it while flames engulf it and saying a very sarcastic thanks to Vladimir Putin for “rescuing their homes” and calling him “king and god” for his “rightful and noble” actions in Ukraine.

Lastly, there’s those who are trying to make the most of it and avoid even thinking about things, playing games and not forgetting to smile while the world above them is turning up a hellstorm.

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"Our House Is Destroyed"

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Putin - "we are only going after military targets" world - 🖕

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Lady of the Mountains
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

putin doing such an amazing job convincing people that russia should be in charge of everything

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Sue Sanders
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have a spare bedroom and bath. Unfortunately, it's in the USA. Yet still . . .

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EJN
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Maybe some of those assets belonging to billionaire Russian moguls should be sold and the money should go to the Ukrainian people for rebuilding their country!

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... this one doesnt feel real to me. whats going on is real. but this seems like an abandoned building, look at the walls, its been like that for a long time now

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Mother And Four Kids Huddling Together In A Cold Basement Functioning As A Bomb Shelter

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's 2022. No person should have to take refuge in their basement out of fear. I'm glad that they have a safe place to go, but this just isn't f*****g right and it's heartbreaking.

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Keep Your Spirits Up!

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It’s hard to keep smiling when you know the enemies are bombing you city. Glory to Ukraine and f**k Pootin!

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As things stand now, a peace negotiations meeting took place yesterday on the border of Ukraine and Belarus, but with no results except for agreeing to continue negotiations today in a different location.

Since yesterday, Belarus has declared it will not be joining the attacks directly, but remains in support of its Russian ally. On the other side of the front, the EU, NATO and a number of countries are declaring financial sanctions on the aggressors, providing arms and humanitarian aid, as well as cyber support, which includes organizing training on cyberspace defense and security. And this is besides all of the initiatives of the third-party hacktivist group called Anonymous, which has been targeting key Russian sites and cybersystems.

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