A Ukrainian soldier’s story: years of war and fading hope
DW.com • • world
Key Points:
- Journalist Kostiantyn Honcharov, who joined Ukraine’s volunteer army in 2022, shares his personal experience of the ongoing war, emphasizing its archaic nature and the deep personal impact it has had on him.
- The Ukrainian army faces severe challenges beyond combat, including physical and mental exhaustion of front-line soldiers, prolonged deployments without adequate rest, and a critical shortage of trained infantry personnel.
- To compensate for infantry shortages, non-combat personnel are being reassigned to front-line duties, worsening the problem as many are ill-prepared, leading to more casualties and desertions.
- The widespread use of drones complicates troop rotations and increases battle stress, making it difficult for soldiers to maintain efficiency and resilience during prolonged front-line deployments.
