As Ukraine commemorates the two-year mark since Russia’s invasion, the landscape is marked not only by physical devastation but also by profound exhaustion and uncertainty among its people. Lyudmila Polovko’s poignant account, amidst the ruins of her school, encapsulates the weariness and resilience of a population caught amid conflict.
The fatigue is palpable, echoed by soldiers on the front lines lamenting dwindling resources and morale. President Zelensky’s warnings of potential collapse add to the pervasive sense of unease. Amidst the ongoing violence, civilians bear the brunt of the conflict’s toll, with mounting casualties and trauma rippling through communities. Yet, amidst the despair, there remains a flicker of hope and resilience, epitomized by individuals like Oleg Kruchinin, who find solace and strength in faith and community amidst the uncertainty of war’s duration.