The Defenders of Donbas: Ukraine war frontline report - BBC News

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  • čas přidán 10. 05. 2023
  • On the frontline of the Ukraine war, in the country’s southeastern Donbas region, the Ukrainian army is fighting back against months of heavy Russian bombardment.
    BBC correspondent Quentin Sommerville and camera journalist Darren Conway report from this dangerous battlefield.
    Subscribe here: bit.ly/1rbfUog
    #Ukraine #Donbas #BBCNews

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  • @BillSias-op7xw
    @BillSias-op7xw Před rokem +622

    Much thanks to Quentin and Darren for your courageous dedication and sacrifice on this assignment letting the world see this war.

    • @neilbrown8659
      @neilbrown8659 Před rokem +2

      horrible

    • @gordanaspicer4469
      @gordanaspicer4469 Před rokem

      yes, and the headline is especially humorous. The "Defenders of Donbass", who speak Ukrainian (from 2:50)! Hilarious! The guys are obviously from Galicia, just as the narrator is Scottish in every sound he utters. It takes the ignorance of the outside masses to buy this nonsense. Nobody who was born and grew up in Donbass ever spoke Ukrainian! That is unless one inhabits the fantasy world invented by BBC and CNN. And the citizens of the city of Donetsk are naturally, acc. to BBC, invaders of Donbass?! As usual, the censors of this venerable broadcaster will bowdlerise this post!

    • @eduardbraila8740
      @eduardbraila8740 Před rokem +1

      😊😊

    • @eduardbraila8740
      @eduardbraila8740 Před rokem +1

      😊😊😊

    • @foreign_agent
      @foreign_agent Před rokem

      @@darktube8712 Or you

  • @merrily08
    @merrily08 Před rokem +1418

    The commanders words, spoken with gentleness and calm, had me tearing up. Fighting now so their children can have peace tomorrow. Hoping for peace for others and no war on their lands. This is truly a nation of heroes. Slava Ukraine.

    • @danielvilliers612
      @danielvilliers612 Před rokem

      People calling for peace by stopping arm deliveries to Ukraine, are just saying lets give Ukrainians to those monsters. I would like to see these people living with their children under Russian rule.

    • @Too-Odd
      @Too-Odd Před rokem

      That is complete bulldroppings. They could have peace today and in the future if the Ukraine government wanted - if their masters in Washington and London wanted. Peace is the last thing the people in charge want. This was is for profit, and the longer it goes, the richer they get. Peace sells, but who's buying?

    • @Manntashsh-Pyrre-dk2dg
      @Manntashsh-Pyrre-dk2dg Před rokem

      But Ukraine started the war.
      Remember the words of Poroshenko, who spoke about the residents of Donbass:
      - "We will have a job - they don't.
      We will have support for children and pensioners - they don't.
      Our children will go to schools and kindergartens - their children will sit in basements.
      Here This is how we will win this war."
      Do you call these people a "nation of heroes"?

    • @altide8784
      @altide8784 Před rokem

      In the end it won't matter if Putin decides to use nuclear warheads..

    • @karl21200
      @karl21200 Před rokem +29

      ​@@darktube8712 slava Ukraini!

  • @user-ig5go6qo3n
    @user-ig5go6qo3n Před rokem +29

    This was possibly the most moving piece of journalism I've seen. I'm filled with rage when I see 22 year old Dima, his kind eyes, and what he's going through.

    • @impostor7408
      @impostor7408 Před rokem

      he has a pornhub patch on his vest

    • @Vo1andyara
      @Vo1andyara Před rokem

      if Russia loses this war, then nuclear weapons concern everyone, you are so stupid that you don’t understand this

    • @GorillaTVe
      @GorillaTVe Před měsícem +1

      Jesus this fake media has got you by the balls😄

    • @JH-jy1ye
      @JH-jy1ye Před měsícem

      ​@@GorillaTVe You think he's an actor?

  • @cwfong4826
    @cwfong4826 Před rokem +71

    I'd like to pay my deepest respect to these brave and steadfast soldiers. They have shown us what real courage means.

    • @MMM76284
      @MMM76284 Před 6 měsíci

      0:24

    • @anonymousasia8187
      @anonymousasia8187 Před 4 měsíci +1

      the tank has a white cross, and is hence a peacekeeping mission UN tank and is not used for combat. hence this is a staged propaganda video using a UN borrowed disaster mission vehicle

    • @cryptic6365
      @cryptic6365 Před 3 měsíci +3

      @@anonymousasia8187 Ukrainians spray paint white crosses on their vehicles, like the Z on russian vehicles.

  • @kizzer14100
    @kizzer14100 Před rokem +561

    Seeing Dima made me tear up.
    I’m 22, so is he.
    He should be at home with his partner or at university, enjoying his life, doing whatever it is he did before the war.
    It makes me feel wrong that I can sit here in australia safely without fear of my life or my families or my girlfriends.
    I know prayers don’t do much but it’s the only piece of mind you have sometimes in these situations.
    I hope one day to make a different to the world and aide men like dima and help Ukraine.
    Slava ukraini

    • @zeNoldor
      @zeNoldor Před rokem +48

      No, it's right that you live a free and happy life. And he should have the same opportunity. And will have when we win. The only thing that is wrong is that such barbaric countries as Russia feel free with impunity. The Universe will give them a lesson that they will remember! Thank you for the kind heart from Zaporozhye, Ukraine

    • @OhItsOkay
      @OhItsOkay Před rokem

      Free and happy, in Australia? 😂😂😂😂😂 ozozoz oioioi. keep sleeping, mate and make sure you won't wake up. Better, take another jab.

    • @wetlettuce8215
      @wetlettuce8215 Před rokem +13

      your comment should be pinned on every youtube video,
      the level of understanding that something, someone could be having a worse day should be in everyone's mind.
      minor inconveniences brings out the karen or the steve of these first world countries that are so used to being given what they want.

    • @tt215tt
      @tt215tt Před rokem

      Or just move out of the country and do all that mentioned, as any human above 40 IQ would do..

    • @mementomori9527
      @mementomori9527 Před rokem +14

      we must help our free Ukrainian brothers with donations for the army in order to drive out the invaders. Heroes Ukrainians fight for the whole free world

  • @CobraF1
    @CobraF1 Před rokem +770

    This report is simply outstanding. Incredible bravery by the soldiers shown, and also by the news crew of this report! I hope everyone stays safe.

    • @danieldach4697
      @danieldach4697 Před rokem +30

      The more military aid we offer now, the less we will need to assist Ukrainian civilians in the future. Our goal is to collaborate and use all necessary means to push back against the invaders.

    • @jturtle5318
      @jturtle5318 Před rokem +9

      ​@Loic Besong oh, do tell us all about your extensive travels to the front.

    • @jedclampett6466
      @jedclampett6466 Před rokem

      Spoken like a complete indoctrinated fool. It's fabulous how so many continue to fall for this propaganda swill.

    • @jberry1982
      @jberry1982 Před rokem +1

      ​@@Blackgents fuck them Ivan's Putin sux dicks

    • @m4rk0U
      @m4rk0U Před rokem +2

      Ukreaine is lost, it's just matter of time

  • @sluxi
    @sluxi Před rokem +10

    It has been a while since the footage with Dima was shot. I hope he is still doing well and alive... Would love if the BBC or someone else could get back to him.

  • @MultiSciGeek
    @MultiSciGeek Před 3 měsíci +4

    The Ukrainians are very resilient people. May they emerge victoriously and free from all of this!

  • @disputeresolver
    @disputeresolver Před rokem +132

    How can my tepid tapping on a keyboard 13,000 km way possibly know of Ukraine's pain? To live a reality where my only choice is to relentlessly hang my life at the precipice for freedom. The footage of Dima, 22-year-old young soldier, nonchalantly lighting his cigarette in a shallow trench before artillery falls near him and afterwards is iconic. Thank you Quentin Sommerville and Darren Conway and the others who risked much to capture this. I hope you all get the recognition you deserve for this telling journalism.

    • @cadicamo8720
      @cadicamo8720 Před rokem

      ​@@darktube8712 LOL. Russky mir fascism died. Ukraine killed it. No more russian imperialist adventures.
      Cope.

    • @Oblivisci........
      @Oblivisci........ Před rokem +6

      ​@DarkTube Is this all you do lol?! Dude you're everywhere. Get enough rubles to pay rent yet?

    • @cadicamo8720
      @cadicamo8720 Před rokem

      @@Oblivisci........ It's funny how these imperialist chovinistic fascists keep fantasising about Ukraine destruction. When you accuse them of those things they deny it and scream "russophobia"

    • @derekd1510
      @derekd1510 Před rokem +4

      @@Oblivisci........ No. Pootin pays them in all the potatoes they can eat as long as they stay at their keyboards, so they don't need to pay any rent.

    • @user-lv7ph7hs7l
      @user-lv7ph7hs7l Před rokem +5

      It's even more surreal here. I'm less than 500 km from Russian artillery leveling cities, sipping my tea in a country that has not been at war for 80 years, leading a completely normal life. I get annoyed at the cigarette machine not fulfilling its end of the contract while half an hours flight by jet away families are blown apart. And our politicians shit themselves at the thought of sending strategically significant long range weapons that could end this. I feel like I should help. But how. I'm a penniless coward. I wouldn't last 10 minutes under artillery fire. We can't even vote on the matter. The cowards deny Ukraine vital support behind closed doors, while pretending to be heroes for sending a few rifles and helmets and tanks so old, no museum would have them.

  • @davidwilson951
    @davidwilson951 Před rokem +53

    One of the strongest videos I've even seen .
    So sad and I wish the Ukrainian people the very best ..
    I'm so glad the rest of the world is helping out but I wish it ends ..

    • @gideonchoong2534
      @gideonchoong2534 Před rokem

      Ukrianians are not fighting for freedom or for their children's future. They have been duped into fighting against Russia who was once their big brother and fellow Soviet Union by the evil US and western countries. Ukrianians had been made suckers by the US. Ukriane was the most advance country in the Soviet Union!.

  • @baridfang6789
    @baridfang6789 Před rokem +7

    Probably the best documentary I have seen so far about the war

  • @annndddrre
    @annndddrre Před rokem +72

    It made me cry.. These Ukrainian soldiers are the heroes of our times. They are not just the defenders of Donbas, but the defenders of all the civilized and free world.

    • @djolivierastro
      @djolivierastro Před rokem +2

      😂😂

    • @user-yj5iu7ez5x
      @user-yj5iu7ez5x Před rokem +3

      Они преступники а не герои

    • @southasianstreetshitter458
      @southasianstreetshitter458 Před 10 měsíci

      Civilized and free world? You mean the same civilized and free world that destroyed Iraq?

    • @Gopniksquat
      @Gopniksquat Před 8 měsíci

      @@user-yj5iu7ez5xyou’re referring to the Russian war criminals, yes?

    • @schneider87666
      @schneider87666 Před 6 měsíci

      ​@@Gopniksquatukraine swoboda us backed nazis killed 14 000 russians in east-ukraine since 2014.

  • @davorinpintar722
    @davorinpintar722 Před rokem +77

    My son is 20 years old, I cold see him in Dimas eyes. Tears came done ass I felt his pain. Heroyam slava

  • @aliciasaunders9085
    @aliciasaunders9085 Před rokem +58

    Thank you all for your service, including the media!! The world should be watching these videos to understand this is NO laughing matter!!

  • @theupsidedownworld99
    @theupsidedownworld99 Před rokem +34

    🙏🇺🇦💪 The emotional impact of the commander's words is undeniable. It reveals the deep commitment and sacrifice of the brave fighters in Ukraine, fighting for a better tomorrow for their children and a peaceful future for their lands. This comment evokes admiration for their courage and resilience in the face of adversity. It raises curiosity about the ongoing conflict and the experiences of those on the frontlines. It also sparks a reflection on the meaning of heroism and the profound impact of war on individuals and nations. Slava Ukraine!

    • @user-gw6ut3sv2y
      @user-gw6ut3sv2y Před 8 měsíci

      Slava Ukraine, Slava to the nation - these are Nazi shouts, idiot. You support the Nazis who are killing Russians with the hands of their brothers.

  • @shivannda
    @shivannda Před rokem +4

    Outstanding!!! One of the best I ever seen. Bravo!

  • @AndyJohansen
    @AndyJohansen Před rokem +648

    I don't usually comment much on videos, but this was strong, so I felt like I had to! Just the look on that kid's face hit me hard. Someone so young will forever be shaped by war. Truly inspiring how strong they are, and an eye-opener for all of us. War is primitive, set off by weak leaders. The brave ones have to carry the heavy burden. Very nice reporting and good insight. Hope everyone got out safely! Glory to Ukraine!

    • @lurebenson7722
      @lurebenson7722 Před rokem

      This war of Putin thinking he could get away with invading Ukraine and committing genocide lays directly on KKK member and communist criminally corrupted Biden and the KKK communist democrats with showing the world they are not just weak, but Biden can be bought and owned by evil tyrants as is known Putin was paying Biden in payments $3.5 million then came the $286 Million from the Kremlin for special favors.
      Putin attacked Ukraine in 2014 for the same reason seeing Biden and Obama are corrupted and weak Putin knew it was a green light to attack Ukraine.

    • @uxat.487
      @uxat.487 Před rokem +29

      word. Slava Ukreinj 🇺🇦🫡❤️

    • @puranapuu4252
      @puranapuu4252 Před rokem

      This is a small fire and they’re crying foul !! Palestine is burning for the past 50 years and nobody cares! Justice for all !

    • @anamarialeflercamino4744
      @anamarialeflercamino4744 Před rokem

      Excelente comentario….la guerra es primitiva por déspotas débiles que se quieren sentir únicos

    • @JAMMAJ-cq2bl
      @JAMMAJ-cq2bl Před rokem +18

      Slava Ukrainii❤💙💛💪🤛

  • @user-xp4uw8ui9v
    @user-xp4uw8ui9v Před rokem +225

    God bless these brave men

    • @kitbitsone122
      @kitbitsone122 Před rokem +1

      If there was a god, we would have no reason to bless these brave men...All we really have are politician who are willing to sacrifice people for their ego.

    • @kitbitsone122
      @kitbitsone122 Před rokem +1

      @Seek The Truth and how do you know this? Been to the afterlife, have you?

    • @darktube8712
      @darktube8712 Před rokem

      Ukraine will die and suffer

    • @kapster7290
      @kapster7290 Před rokem

      fck u mom

    • @lokeshwaran9895
      @lokeshwaran9895 Před rokem

      First all are go and study. What is NATO and what purpose they created. research it and Think it and say it. All india are supported Russia only

  • @just4music_official
    @just4music_official Před rokem +10

    I am from Austria. I often went to the Donbass with an organisation to bring food, medical supplies and clothes there. I often think about what would happen if it were my family. Yes, electricity and heating costs have risen very sharply in our country, but no one's life is threatened. It fills me with great pain when I hear people in Europe say we should not supply weapons. Then I always think of the comrades in Ukraine who risk their lives every day for their freedom and we sit in Europe and worry about electricity prices. This is out of proportion. The experiences and impressions in the frontline change you a lot. The stories of the people on the ground very often touched me emotionally. It is hard to share your thoughts with someone who has not experienced it. Many people just don't understand. I wish I could do more. I hope that we will soon be able to bring relief supplies to the Donbass again.

  • @kawythowy867
    @kawythowy867 Před 11 měsíci +2

    That poor woman in the shelter. Breaks my heart. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @osumiura8183
    @osumiura8183 Před rokem +69

    これは渾身のリポートですね。大変心を打たれました。平和な生活を瓦礫に変えられて、一人一人が孤独を嘆きつつも、人々が団結して困難に立ち向かう姿に感動しました。これからも体には気をつけて、ジャーナリスト魂を見せて下さい。

  • @Albert-Mag...
    @Albert-Mag... Před rokem +114

    What a taste of what this horrible war feels like, Had me in tears a couple times..That old lady in the school bunker talking about her husband hit me hard...I really wish the Ukrainians are able to conclude this war on their terms in the near future and put an end to this senseless death, suffering and destruction...God Speed...

    • @darktube8712
      @darktube8712 Před rokem

      Blame US for prolong the war killing more Ukraine. Weak actor Zelensky doesnt know how to do politics properly.

    • @darkeclipse3769
      @darkeclipse3769 Před rokem +1

      Ya, I was born in Ukraine, but live in the States. I feel for the people in the land of my birth and take pride in their strength.

    • @user-kw9nm8no6e
      @user-kw9nm8no6e Před rokem

      @@darkeclipse3769 А чё же ты в штаты срыгнул и теперь гордишся? иди воюй сука, тебя там не достанут военкоматы? Тварь бандеровская, ссыкун просто.

    • @Albert-Mag...
      @Albert-Mag... Před 11 měsíci

      ​@@darkeclipse3769 The essence of their pride and determination echoes there the hearts of all that read these lines of understanding and compassion.. I wish for them to have peace and to let the healing begin....Stay strong Ukraine your heroes Are coming...🇺🇦🇺🇦✌✌

  • @t.sunzyjamir7675
    @t.sunzyjamir7675 Před rokem +3

    These reporters are just as brave as those soldiers in the frontline... They knew what they were signing up for..

  • @earlsteves8141
    @earlsteves8141 Před rokem +12

    Praying for you Ukraine.

  • @antoslukas99
    @antoslukas99 Před rokem +148

    So brutal and to the bone... I am completely touched and speechless. 22 year old Dima, by the look of his face, has a great heart and warm look in his eyes. Yet, he has scars that he will carry for the rest of his life. If he survives. And the commander, his pain being overshadowed by the purpose of his mission. It is unbelievable this is happening in 21st century, in a civilized and privilleged part of the world. Slava Ukraini and prayers (though I am atheist) from the Czech Republic. We are by your side and one day, we will thank you for all the sacrifice.

  • @DavidDavid-ch4zh
    @DavidDavid-ch4zh Před rokem +43

    I believe this is the Very Best documentary I have seen yet. So Powerful & So Real. Glory to Ukraine ! 💪👊👍👆

  • @tommygun9416
    @tommygun9416 Před rokem +13

    Brave boys, glory to Ukraine 🇺🇦

  • @my3dvidz638
    @my3dvidz638 Před 5 měsíci +3

    16:54 Dima, what's that patch u got there? 😂

  • @kristinalewis6126
    @kristinalewis6126 Před rokem +40

    excellent video and totally heartbreaking

  • @amandadonaghey7540
    @amandadonaghey7540 Před rokem +277

    A terribly powerful broadcast. Blessings to those Ukrainians on the frontlines. Victory will be theirs. Slava Ukraini! Heroyam Slava!

    • @sergiyrospysdiyenko6224
      @sergiyrospysdiyenko6224 Před rokem

      @Vitaly Piatov Donbass is Ukraine! ruzzian nazi stepped in into Donbass in 2014. Wake up!

    • @christopherrodriguez653
      @christopherrodriguez653 Před rokem +9

      ​@Vitaly Piatov Слава Україні, Героям Слава! 🇺🇦💪🏻🇺🇦💪🏻

    • @hewlettpackard1731
      @hewlettpackard1731 Před rokem +3

      Slava Russia 🇷🇺🇷🇺❤️🇷🇺🇷🇺

    • @majowassen3021
      @majowassen3021 Před rokem

      ​@@christopherrodriguez653, you're a moron

    • @sergiyrospysdiyenko6224
      @sergiyrospysdiyenko6224 Před rokem +14

      @@hewlettpackard1731 don't use slava and ruzzian nazi in same sentence

  • @JurisKankalis
    @JurisKankalis Před rokem +2

    "If we don't do this now - then our grandchildren will have to take up arms - and defend their freedom, their rights". Slava Ukraini - from Latvia.

  • @lastingfun1
    @lastingfun1 Před rokem +1

    That poor kid is already battle hardened at 22, and still, he shows no fear!

  • @JAMMAJ-cq2bl
    @JAMMAJ-cq2bl Před rokem +30

    There will be music there again Miss Iryna Babkina❤ So much respect for this lady. She is one of those unsung heroes who refuse to give in or give up. Slava Ukrainii❤💙💛💪🤛

  • @user-tb2jx8qd9n
    @user-tb2jx8qd9n Před rokem +33

    Thanks to everyone who helps Ukraine in the fight against Russian fascism.

    • @Too-Odd
      @Too-Odd Před rokem

      Russian fascism? The Ukrainian defense ministry, secret police, and many military units are literally controlled by neo-Nazi Banderites. SMH

  • @user-ie6np3nc3m
    @user-ie6np3nc3m Před 9 měsíci +3

    Go Go Go Ukraine Army's don't give up still staying stong for your mother's land you're heroes God bless you All 💕💕

  • @amc3463
    @amc3463 Před rokem +44

    I hope DIMA makes it out and has a family 😢

  • @berretta9mm17
    @berretta9mm17 Před rokem +282

    This was, without a doubt, one of the most moving, in-depth, and bravest reports from the front lines of a shooting war, that I have seen in over 50 years.
    Kudos to the reporter, the cameraman, and whoever else was with them. Nothing brings home how insane, deadly, and sad war is more than a report like this one.
    The only alternative to understanding the fear, courage, and knowledge of imminent sudden death, is to physically be there.
    I wish this reporter and his crew a safe journey, and Ukraine a victory that will stand for a thousand years, and outlast Russia by 999 of those years.

    • @robspunk
      @robspunk Před rokem +3

      They are heros. No matter what side you're on. These yonug men are giving their lives for their country and for the future of EVERY democratic country.

    • @limonman1716
      @limonman1716 Před rokem

      @@robspunk 🤦🤦🤦

    • @panasiuk39
      @panasiuk39 Před rokem

      💙💛 #stoprussianaggression #standwithUkraine

    • @tclanjtopsom4846
      @tclanjtopsom4846 Před rokem

      I don't know what you've been watching, there are so many better videos made by Ukrainians who know a lot more than the hyperbolic rubbish in this one.

    • @highwaystar68
      @highwaystar68 Před 11 měsíci

      @@robspunk I don't know man it seems like it does matter what side ur on,I mean I agree with u, but these fucks in Russia are prob not seeing it that way. I'd like to think that the general population (of Russia) is good and do not agree with their murderer in chief, but all I see in most of the videos coming out of Russia is they support that lunatic and wish death and utter destruction of their neighbors(including us ...)

  • @calasow8893
    @calasow8893 Před rokem +2

    You have to defend your freedom what cost it
    The freedom worth it.
    Greet speech 💬 from Ukrainian Army soldier🇺🇦

  • @lindajoyner3370
    @lindajoyner3370 Před rokem +30

    Excellent video! Victory for Ukraine! ❤️from 🇺🇸 support and prayers .

    • @userofrussophobia
      @userofrussophobia Před rokem +1

      ❤️

    • @Vo1andyara
      @Vo1andyara Před rokem

      if Russia loses this war, then nuclear weapons concern everyone, you are so stupid that you don’t understand this

  • @politican4thepeople303
    @politican4thepeople303 Před rokem +98

    Great video. Hits hard for me to see these young men stand for their land. Slava Ukraine.

    • @dpelpal
      @dpelpal Před rokem +9

      Ukraine has barely any weapons and still they're beating russia. Such an amazing story!

    • @myhoezgit2wrk
      @myhoezgit2wrk Před rokem +1

      @@dpelpal You do realize they occupy a huge portion of Ukraine and it gets larger every day.

    • @dpelpal
      @dpelpal Před rokem +17

      @@myhoezgit2wrk Seems to me they've lost almost 50% of the land they occupied last year. Not much of an "army" this russia😂

    • @zattefles
      @zattefles Před rokem

      @@myhoezgit2wrk Go sniff some more hopium you ruski troll!!!!

    • @antiminer2422
      @antiminer2422 Před rokem +8

      Glory to the Heroes 🙏🇺🇦❤️

  • @zhihuali7672
    @zhihuali7672 Před 6 měsíci +1

    We are Cossacks - what a powerful statement from the brave 22-year-old young man👍

  • @kennethasuelo6995
    @kennethasuelo6995 Před rokem +1

    "Only if there are no Ukrainians left" powerful!

  • @peterneyndorff9452
    @peterneyndorff9452 Před rokem +16

    Great reporting and camera footage…thank you 👍❤️🙏🇺🇦

  • @squidwardo7074
    @squidwardo7074 Před 11 měsíci

    Wow its insane how that tank at 3:47 has absolutely no trouble going through that mud, while the vehicle from before was sliding all over the place

  • @kylea4225
    @kylea4225 Před rokem +1

    The sound of incoming artillery is absolutely terrifying

  • @juumoi2273
    @juumoi2273 Před rokem +250

    These Ukrainians are so brave. They just want to leave free and in peace.
    Wars are not won with thoughts and prayers though. Urge your governments to send every bit of help they can to Ukraine.
    Ukrainians are paying for this war with their lives, we are merely giving money and equipment.
    Hats off to the reporter Quentin Somerville for this amazing reporting.

    • @maryramos4161
      @maryramos4161 Před rokem

      ​​@@darktube8712 you will die one day, but before that you will suffer the consequences of what u said. with your family and generations

    • @scottfagerstrom9312
      @scottfagerstrom9312 Před rokem +9

      @Seek The Truth LOL. Repeat that as often as you want. Still isn't going to win you any converts.

    • @scottfagerstrom9312
      @scottfagerstrom9312 Před rokem +8

      @@darktube8712 A bot says what?

    • @puranapuu4252
      @puranapuu4252 Před rokem

      Brave with all western weapons to defend themselves!! Real brave are the Palestinians who’s got nothing to defend themselves

    • @conpop6924
      @conpop6924 Před rokem +7

      Why should we send every bit of help to them? It’s their war not ours.

  • @kevinbrady3063
    @kevinbrady3063 Před rokem +18

    Absolutely fantastic look at the horror that the ruski's needlessly brings to a beautiful people. Slava Ukraini Heroyam Slava 🇺🇦💙💛

  • @pandioo-cy6it
    @pandioo-cy6it Před 4 měsíci +1

    You are true heroes, remember that, and to fight for your freedom is everything! Love to Ukraine from your swedish friend!

  • @justinlewis1467
    @justinlewis1467 Před rokem +3

    One of the best reports I’ve seen. First class. Heartbreaking.

  • @arselenebitara1356
    @arselenebitara1356 Před rokem +163

    Slava Ukraine! Nothing beats those who defend their wife, husband, kids and country. 💞💙💛💙💛🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦❣🇵🇭

    • @natamadic
      @natamadic Před rokem

      @Yura Stanilayev yes there are native Ukrainians in Ukraine, there are also Ukrainians with Romanian, Armenian, Tatar, Polish, Jewish, Hungarian, Georgian, and Armenian roots. They all speak Russian. They all have no sympathy for your fascist Russia and your fuhrer putin.
      In the USA, there are Americans with Italian, German, Mexican, Chinese roots and so many others. They all speak English - they are NOT English.

    • @user-vd3wn4ol9c
      @user-vd3wn4ol9c Před rokem +6

      ​@@yurastanilayev6066да, мы говорим и по-иусски, i на мовi. Русский корабль наши хлопцы тоже послали на русском. Каждый день наши ЗСУ множат на ноль "вторую армию мира", превращая ее в 200-сотую. Тебе что-то не нравится?

    • @foilhat1138
      @foilhat1138 Před rokem +6

      @Yura Stanilayev CZcams is an American platform and the internet was created by the US military, speak English please.

    • @user-vd3wn4ol9c
      @user-vd3wn4ol9c Před rokem

      @@yurastanilayev6066 если будешь продолжать смотреть путиновизор - будешь оставаться одебиленным посмешищем. Про "гражданскую войну" иди пиши в путинский чебурнет.

    • @kapster7290
      @kapster7290 Před rokem

      you daughter stupid dog

  • @DaniRaj666
    @DaniRaj666 Před rokem +17

    Dima is such a young hero. Whole Europe needs to support and help him.

  • @Hpzel1
    @Hpzel1 Před 11 měsíci

    18:23 solider: puts down cigarette Me: lights up cigarette I’m getting tf outta here , SALUTE TO THESE BRAVE PEOPLE NO ONE ON THE PLANET ARE LIKE U GUYS RIGHT NOW ❤️

  • @jeffersonsimo4947
    @jeffersonsimo4947 Před 2 měsíci

    that commanders words hit home so hard that it made me emotional.. i'm from the philippines.. we fought so hard to get our freedom back from Spain, US, and Japan we all know too well that Freedom is worth giving your life to achieve!

  • @lukejp655
    @lukejp655 Před rokem +68

    I feel for them with all my heart! My mom helped remove street signs as the soviets were "liberating" Prague, Czechoslovakia in 1968. The foot soldiers didn't even know which country they were in and why the population was so unfriendly to them. Interestingly, they were amazed at the high standard of living in Czechoslovakia... Haven't we heard that everytime the Russians crossed their borders?

    • @Conn30Mtenor
      @Conn30Mtenor Před rokem

      When the Soviets invaded Germany in 1945 they couldn't believe that German farmers lived as well as they did. The were so enraged by the standard of living in Western Europe that they took it out on the civilians. Extra doses of robbery and rape.

  • @TotalHorseMedia
    @TotalHorseMedia Před rokem +44

    I’ve been following this war from day one. This is a very good report!

    • @TotalHorseMedia
      @TotalHorseMedia Před rokem +9

      @Vitaly Piatov Your reply makes no sense. It has nothing to do with my comment.

    • @parabot2
      @parabot2 Před rokem

      @@TotalHorseMedia The war started when the CIA overthrew and elected government , thats his point. And then the Ukraine started boming the donbas ( it's own Russian people )

    • @lettuceha3368
      @lettuceha3368 Před rokem

      @Vitaly Piatov where u live

    • @lettuceha3368
      @lettuceha3368 Před rokem +1

      @@TotalHorseMedia his point is many think this war just started when in reality its been in the same exact places for 9 years their is just more soldiers in those places now

    • @dylanvogler2165
      @dylanvogler2165 Před rokem

      ​@Vitaly Piatov you mean the Pro Russian supporters bringing guns and molotov cocktails to "protest". Which the fire, according to OSCE rapports, stating INSIDE the building due to the fuel there (brought to make more molotov cocktails). With many of the protesters saved by pro Ukrainian people?
      Anti facist activities were you bring molotov cocktails and guns? 🤡

  • @yeeeeeha
    @yeeeeeha Před 4 měsíci +1

    God bless the soldiers and people, may peace come soon

  • @tinawilson4120
    @tinawilson4120 Před 5 měsíci +1

    I pray for you, Ukraine

  • @Pippie807
    @Pippie807 Před rokem +27

    God Bless Ukraine. My prayers are with you.

    • @Pippie807
      @Pippie807 Před rokem

      @Seek The Truth I don’t belong to any religion, although you may be right about our life start with an afterlife.

    • @scottfagerstrom9312
      @scottfagerstrom9312 Před rokem +3

      @Seek The Truth Feel free to start your afterlife any time and let the rest of us live in peace.

    • @kapster7290
      @kapster7290 Před rokem

      your mom stupid dog

  • @malitrabakul701
    @malitrabakul701 Před rokem +120

    I just wish the crew in the trench to get home to their families safely. Mitya, his commander and all Ukrainian defenders deserve a life in peace.
    🇭🇷 ❤️ 🇺🇦

  • @CrazyWizardPyro
    @CrazyWizardPyro Před rokem

    Brave guys,Slava free Ukraine ! I wish to be there and help,greatings from Poland

  • @Torftrottel
    @Torftrottel Před rokem

    Even the poor dogs break my heart.

  • @menuxpressions9128
    @menuxpressions9128 Před rokem +19

    Most riveting first hand war reporting I ever seen.

    • @Too-Odd
      @Too-Odd Před rokem

      Really? You need to expand your media sources.

    • @derekd1510
      @derekd1510 Před rokem +3

      @@Too-Odd Oh? What sources do you recommend? The poo-poo propaganda channel?

    • @jturtle5318
      @jturtle5318 Před rokem +1

      ​@@derekd1510 Hromadske does great frontline reporting too.

    • @Too-Odd
      @Too-Odd Před rokem

      @@derekd1510 Not the BBC, CNN, MSNBC, Fox News, DW, or other corporate handlers for state propaganda.

  • @ragged_claws_scuttling
    @ragged_claws_scuttling Před rokem +12

    The clearest case of good vs evil. How could anyone on earth not want Ukrainian victory?

    • @ibrahimisseabdullahi9395
      @ibrahimisseabdullahi9395 Před rokem

      Just like what USA&UK did to Iraq, just remember that…I hope u never forget that!

    • @johnlloydg.abugan1548
      @johnlloydg.abugan1548 Před rokem +2

      With the BIG HELP of 122 countries of the WORLD. VICTORY willbewith UKRAINE.

  • @franciscowashington2155
    @franciscowashington2155 Před rokem +1

    Uma guerra cruel e sem fim

  • @matthewjewell1274
    @matthewjewell1274 Před rokem

    I cant hear that accent and not think of Mel Gibson yelling FREEEEEEEEDOMMMM

  • @wendellbatts2477
    @wendellbatts2477 Před rokem +10

    Moving. Touching. Powerful. War is indeed Hell.

  • @Lilith42832
    @Lilith42832 Před rokem +101

    Thank you for this, you captured the spirit and essence of why they are fighting. So many heroes in every trench, every tank. Ukraine is an amazing country and has amazing people. I look forward to seeing what they become after this Russian evil is over. Slava Ukraine.

    • @parabot2
      @parabot2 Před rokem

      The war started when the CIA overthrew an elected government. And then the Ukraine started boming the donbas ( it's own Russian people )

  • @jefflester4131
    @jefflester4131 Před 11 měsíci

    one of the best real situations video on the war i've seen so far! well done Lads!

  • @rens5954
    @rens5954 Před 4 měsíci

    what is the name of music at the end?

  • @shanedoherty8730
    @shanedoherty8730 Před rokem +26

    I love Dima ❤ I hope that he survives this war meets his mother again, what a brave young man.

  • @evanstrother9137
    @evanstrother9137 Před rokem +127

    The young soldier and the older colonel are both two sweet human beings...Sending love and prayers to the brave people of the great Ukranian nation!

  • @TT-dp8qh
    @TT-dp8qh Před 9 měsíci +1

    Don't shoot back. Just listen. Once they hear your gun, they will review your position!

  • @rXZY4
    @rXZY4 Před 6 měsíci

    14:25 what violin song/bgm is this ?

  • @adrianoaragon
    @adrianoaragon Před rokem +21

    What absolutely astonishingly moving, harrowing and brave reporting. Journalism at its finest. Stay safe.

  • @mikehoncho7252
    @mikehoncho7252 Před rokem +47

    The Ukrainians are truly impressive... From a school teacher to a soldier fighting in the trenches.🇺🇲🇺🇦💪♥️🥰

  • @DaoTau
    @DaoTau Před rokem +1

    these reporters have some balls

  • @TMtm-uc5ns
    @TMtm-uc5ns Před 8 měsíci +1

    6:20 “…we are waiting, biding time so as not to fall under artillery shelling. *wshhhhpew!*… Just now a 120mm mortar has landed…20, 30 meters away….”😂

  • @bodenebarker3019
    @bodenebarker3019 Před rokem +6

    Unbelievable reporting --- balls of steel - Salva Ukraine!

  • @nawewan
    @nawewan Před rokem +6

    how this is literally happening STILL in Europe is mind boggling

  • @IsaacBanda-su6vu
    @IsaacBanda-su6vu Před měsícem

    This is so touching 😢😢

  • @luisgrod0
    @luisgrod0 Před rokem +17

    All the honour,
    All the love to sovereign Ukraine,
    Fighting for the dignity, liberties and territory.

    • @sofisofi2164
      @sofisofi2164 Před rokem

      Inşha'Allah🇺🇦💫💖🦾🦾🦾🦾🦾🦾🦾🦾🦾🦾🦾🦾🦾🌐🫂☝🏼🤲🏼🤔🦾

  • @brsnight
    @brsnight Před rokem +107

    I have a friend in Spain who told me about the men who are being taken there with war wounds and the terrible circumstances they face. They are men like these ones, kids, fathers and sons of someone. They are treated and given support and I feel there is no enough amount of help we can give them, they deserve it all. They are fighting for their right to exist and they are all heroes. Those words from the commander says it like it is, "I hope there is no war on their land', he knows what he's talking about. To those who brought this war and all that suffering, be prepared, you won't find a place to hide.

    • @danieldach4697
      @danieldach4697 Před rokem

      To halt the increasing death toll caused by Putin's aggression, a complete victory for Ukraine and a return to the 1991 borders are necessary.

    • @cathalmccionnaith8268
      @cathalmccionnaith8268 Před rokem

      Ahh yes, Spain, that bastion of historic social justice, with not a shred of previous conquest on its books, the darlings of colonial power....they are in no position to lecture on the treatment of non nationionals at home or on foreign soils....how can you simply apply values to suit your position, that completely disregard a nations history of conquest, destruction, pillaging and war mongering....bizarre logic !

    • @dilangunaratne2863
      @dilangunaratne2863 Před rokem +3

      Invaders

    • @DVSONENL
      @DVSONENL Před rokem +4

      Wounded Ukraine soldiers are also in The Netherlands, with the best care we can give them. Along with the Ukraine soldiers we train at our best capabilities to make them ready for the war. Hopefully this training along with US/EU supplied weapons and Nato intel makes the difference.

    • @DavidJones-bl1ti
      @DavidJones-bl1ti Před rokem

      @@DVSONENL We should be sending them everything they need. If they had the right weapons on day one even 15 percent of what Russia has they would have completely wiped the Russian military out. The Ukrainians whipped Russia's best with some AKs a bunch of NLAWS some drones and some air drop munitions they killed Russia's best troops. Think if the Ukraine had a proper air force then, any air defenses proper armor any artillery and missiles especially cruise missiles. They had the entire Russian military reeling with 8 HIMARS with rockets that only go 80km. We should have given then 300 HIMARS with 300km missiles. They would have wiped the Russians out. With 40 year old HIMARS. even 50 with 300km rockets would have seriously destroyed Russia's ability to mount any kind of offensive. The

  • @ernstachildiyev2155
    @ernstachildiyev2155 Před rokem

    “How do you motivate a soldier who is protecting his wife, his kids, his land?”

  • @pandita872
    @pandita872 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Stop wars in the world, may all beings be happy and free from all kinds of suffering.

  • @leonkenedy4616
    @leonkenedy4616 Před rokem +34

    Thanks for bring the reality of the battle field closer, I can´t measure the hardships you had to endure and neither can´t imagine the guts someone need to take this footage. Thanks to UK for supporting Ukraine. Slava Ukraini!

  • @AN-uv5ci
    @AN-uv5ci Před rokem +54

    My deepest respect to all involved, may you stay safe and end this war soon 🌞
    This is reporting of the highest caliber.

    • @user-qo2oh3yw8u
      @user-qo2oh3yw8u Před rokem +2

      ​@@SeekTheTruth-xs4lbбот

    • @scottfagerstrom9312
      @scottfagerstrom9312 Před rokem +1

      @Seek The Truth your Lord, not mine

    • @lettuceha3368
      @lettuceha3368 Před rokem

      Then tell them to negotiate not continuing the war

    • @scottfagerstrom9312
      @scottfagerstrom9312 Před rokem +4

      @@lettuceha3368 LOL. So I break into your house, take over your kitchen and living room, and you're supposed to say, "Look, I don't want to fight; if you leave the kitchen, I'll let you have the living room"

    • @lettuceha3368
      @lettuceha3368 Před rokem

      @@scottfagerstrom9312 if you have to compare this war instead of just saying what its over than u have not researched it enough, eastern ukraine is all russian Ukrainians they have been in a brutal war for 9 years

  • @48hang
    @48hang Před měsícem

    Поздно льете слезы когда столько бед натворили,жаль простых людей кто не хочет войны но обратного пути уже нет .

  • @ralphdavis9670
    @ralphdavis9670 Před rokem +1

    thank you for showing this to me.Salva Ukraini.

  • @cesararellanes6188
    @cesararellanes6188 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Arina the Piano teacher is a warrior!

  • @robincharlton8713
    @robincharlton8713 Před rokem +43

    Wonderful report. Prayers to all. Very brave men & women. Bravo Ukraine! 🙏🏻😍👍🏼

  • @peaceh3848
    @peaceh3848 Před rokem +119

    命がけでウクライナを守る為に戦う英雄に敬意を表します🇺🇦🔱勇敢に強く戦う英雄のご無事をお祈りします🙏🙏生きて勝利を迎えて下さい🙏❤️🙏💙💛❤️

    • @BILITYCSGO
      @BILITYCSGO Před rokem +1

      Bing chilling
      😊

    • @jblanken08
      @jblanken08 Před rokem +8

      @@darktube8712 LMAO!!! The USA has been giving the Ukraine the equipment that was left over from Iraq, and Afghanistan and the Russians can't defeat them, just imagine if they gave the Ukraine there most advanced equipment, they would start annexing Russian states. I think the USA should hand over about 300 - 500 max range Tomahawk cruise missiles, so the Ukraine can put them on strategic targets inside Russia's borders.

    • @Oblivisci........
      @Oblivisci........ Před rokem

      ​@@darktube8712 Please get off your knees and stop choking on Putin.

    • @peaceh3848
      @peaceh3848 Před rokem +9

      @@darktube8712
      Rest in peace Russia❗No one will be sad when Russia ends👎😂😂😂 Sorry ❗ America is not over 👍

    • @peaceh3848
      @peaceh3848 Před rokem +2

      @@jblanken08
      I feel the same way. Then Ukraine will win soon 🇺🇦👍I don't understand the American way of thinking❗I hope Ukraine wins soon 🇺🇦🔱🙏🙏🙏

  • @ScammedbyFolrentinaConchas

    Get me there!

  • @savysingh5134
    @savysingh5134 Před rokem +38

    When the babushka was crying and mourning, it hit me I'm so blessed to live in the west but also have protection and guidance of my grandparents. Please lord help them!! Slava Ukraine!!!!!

    • @Sileff
      @Sileff Před rokem +5

      It is so sad to see. To know that thousands wives and mothers cry every day at the news their husbands and children have been killed. On both sides. Why Russians??? For what???😢 You are smart people. Why do you let this happen???😢

  • @johnspillane1977
    @johnspillane1977 Před 11 měsíci

    well done all involved, the best documentary i've seen on this, well done to all, putting yourself in the line of fire

  • @Hoferman
    @Hoferman Před rokem +25

    This was the first report of ukraine that actually made me sad. Makes you realize how many people are affected and how truly painful this war is for every individual, yet they have the courage and will to fulfill their duties.

    • @evanhaddad1960
      @evanhaddad1960 Před rokem +1

      It really drives home how senseless and random all the death and destruction is.

    • @brankosavic632
      @brankosavic632 Před 4 měsíci

      Vi ste jih gurnuli u rat

  • @seanchamberlain814
    @seanchamberlain814 Před rokem +50

    Unbelievable coverage of a great and tragic moment in history. Glory to the Ukrainian defenders and those who support them! I just hope the country can recovery after this.

  • @jj-ff8ec
    @jj-ff8ec Před 2 dny

    Wow

  • @ajfal
    @ajfal Před 2 měsíci +2

    DIMA - what a beautifully handsome young man..... Please live long and prosper.... God protect you and help you see mama again.... God bless you both ;) stay in touch... Love YKPAIHA

  • @denised.5598
    @denised.5598 Před rokem +24

    So awful, tragic, and unfair. I just can't imagine having to risk my life every single day to defend my country while living in a trench all because of the whims of some sick, delusional, monster of a man. God bless and keep safe the defenders of Ukraine 🙏

    • @lettuceha3368
      @lettuceha3368 Před rokem

      East ukraine is all russian thats where russia started in 840 ukraine always been split in 2, ukraine has been trying to take all their natural resources in the east…

    • @jturtle5318
      @jturtle5318 Před rokem +2

      ​@@lettuceha3368 explain the Holodomor.
      Now explain why Putin is determined to take the farmland and gas deposits and mines away from a country that received those lands under treaty when the USSR collapsed.
      Your Dear Leader has fantasies of rebuilding the USSR, and if he conquered Ukraine he'd just keep going west.

    • @lettuceha3368
      @lettuceha3368 Před rokem

      @@jturtle5318 because Ukraine has always been split into 2, east and west, east is almost all russian Ukrainians, before holodomor russia made it illegal to speak Ukrainian and did similar shiet the nazis are about to do, in 2010 ukraine started doing that to the russians in east ukraine they tryed to make them leave because in 2017 they are about to sell the massive yusviska gas field in the donbas and Kharkiv to shell for $300 billion

    • @lettuceha3368
      @lettuceha3368 Před rokem

      @@jturtle5318 my dear leader ? lol bro im in Massachusetts and I literally had the same opinion u have i raised awareness for holodomor and the soviets oppressing them for sooooo long but a big but their was a lot more research to do

    • @keithpeterson5127
      @keithpeterson5127 Před rokem

      Putin is the personification of evil.
      Good will always overcome evil.

  • @ludovickmatutu-mg6gu
    @ludovickmatutu-mg6gu Před rokem +45

    May God bless Ukraine everyday God is with Ukraine 🙏🙏🙏