Mariia Sinhayevska, now 95, recalls her childhood during the German occupation of her Ukrainian village, reflecting on how that experience pales in comparison to the current war. After years of work as a welder, she faces new fears as combat nears her home in Zaporizhzhia. With her granddaughter having left for safety, she grapples with loneliness amidst memories of her past. While Russia celebrates its WWII victory, Ukraine approaches the day with sorrow, marking a stark contrast shaped by recent history and the ongoing conflict with Russia.
Mariia Sinhayevska recalls the German occupation of her village, stating the soldiers were initially friendly but turned hostile toward suspected Communists and Jews.
Now 95, Sinhayevska expresses how the current war feels scarier than her childhood experiences, highlighting her loneliness and the memories left by her granddaughter.
As Russia celebrates its victory in WWII, Ukraine remembers the pain of its losses and the contrast of the day compared to past celebrations before the 2014 invasion.
Governor Ivan Fedorov reflects on how the 9 May anniversary transformed from a day of celebration into a painful reminder of loss and conflict since the annexation.
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