Ukrainian Soldier Survives 225 Days at Front
A Ukrainian infantry soldier known by the call sign “Kenya” has returned from one of the harshest experiences of the war after spending 225 days trapped inside a front-line foxhole near the eastern city of Kostyantynivka. Weak from months of isolation and constant danger, he could barely walk when he finally made it back to his brigade. According to Ukrainian troops, rotating soldiers on the front line has become increasingly difficult because of the growing threat posed by drones. Several attempts were reportedly made to replace Kenya, but commanders could not safely reach his position. The soldier spent two days travelling nearly 11 kilometres through dangerous territory, avoiding mines and hiding from surveillance drones as he tried to escape the heavily contested area. Kostyantynivka remains one of the most critical battlegrounds in eastern Ukraine. Ukrainian forces say Russian troops have […]
