The article reflects on the grim realities of war, emphasizing that most people do not seek conflict unless compelled by dire circumstances. In Ukraine, the long-standing conflict has forced many to take up arms as a matter of survival, despite the toll it takes on lives and bodies. Personal accounts reveal the harsh experiences faced by soldiers, underlining their resilience and commitment to defending their homeland. The narrative underscores the profound grief and sacrifice involved in such an enduring struggle for survival and national identity.
Most people would not be eager to go to war. Such a desire is often related to some youthful romanticism or, in some cases, a kind of mental disorder.
In Ukraine the defense of our country was the fatal necessity that prompted most of us to take up arms.
We have held the line, despite what it has done to our bodies and our lives. Tens of thousands have been killed.
I couldn't lift my head. After the surgery, I asked, Is my leg still there? They were silent. I understood.
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