Anger simmers in Ukraine as devastating Russian attacks continue to plague the country, with millions forced into shelters like Nadiia Chakrygina and her three children. Since Russia's invasion nearly four years ago, the Ukrainian capital has been subjected to relentless barrages of drones and missiles, leaving residents on edge.
The situation is grim, with at least four people killed and 29 injured in Friday's attack alone, which authorities said had damaged residential buildings in Kyiv. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy described it as a "wicked attack", further fueling public anger over the war.
As the conflict rages on, there is little end in sight to the fighting in eastern Ukraine, where Russian troops have been pushing deeper into territory. Chakrygina, who was forced to flee her home in Vuhledar after it was captured by Russian forces, said she moved to Kyiv with her children, hoping for safety.
For many residents like Chakrygina and business manager Maryna Davydovska, life has become a constant struggle. "I feel numb inside," Davydovska said, describing the impact of repeated attacks on civilians. She added that it feels like war will never end, leaving her feeling desperate rather than angry.
Corruption scandals have also surfaced in Ukraine, with an investigation into a $100 million kickback scheme at the country's energy sector leading to the suspension of the justice minister and arrests of several officials.
Meanwhile, Chakrygina remains hopeful that peace can be reached. Her motivation lies in her children, who need to live without war and have a future free from violence. The situation in Ukraine is dire, with millions living under constant threat, yet there are still glimmers of hope for a brighter future.
The situation is grim, with at least four people killed and 29 injured in Friday's attack alone, which authorities said had damaged residential buildings in Kyiv. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy described it as a "wicked attack", further fueling public anger over the war.
As the conflict rages on, there is little end in sight to the fighting in eastern Ukraine, where Russian troops have been pushing deeper into territory. Chakrygina, who was forced to flee her home in Vuhledar after it was captured by Russian forces, said she moved to Kyiv with her children, hoping for safety.
For many residents like Chakrygina and business manager Maryna Davydovska, life has become a constant struggle. "I feel numb inside," Davydovska said, describing the impact of repeated attacks on civilians. She added that it feels like war will never end, leaving her feeling desperate rather than angry.
Corruption scandals have also surfaced in Ukraine, with an investigation into a $100 million kickback scheme at the country's energy sector leading to the suspension of the justice minister and arrests of several officials.
Meanwhile, Chakrygina remains hopeful that peace can be reached. Her motivation lies in her children, who need to live without war and have a future free from violence. The situation in Ukraine is dire, with millions living under constant threat, yet there are still glimmers of hope for a brighter future.
my heart goes out to people like Nadiia & her kids who are having to deal with this ongoing nightmare. it's just not fair that they're being forced into shelters and living in fear all the time. i feel numb thinking about it too, it's like how can war just keep going on like this? 
but at the same time, it's nice to hear that there are still people who care & want peace for Ukraine, like Nadiia with her kids - that gives me hope 
, this never ends well 
... I mean, what's the point of even trying? It's like Russia just doesn't care about human lives, right? 
Four years in and it's still the same brutal mess. The fact that millions are stuck in shelters is just a massive understatement 
... a $100 million kickback scheme? Like, how can this keep going on without anyone stopping it? The justice minister gets suspended and some officials get arrested? Please 
, it's just a slap on the wrist at best.
... they're just trying to survive in a war zone. But let's be real, peace is just a pipe dream 
right now. It's like the world is just too messed up for anything good to happen. I guess that's why I'm always so pessimistic 
millions of people suffering 
and no end in sight to the fighting 
. It's like they're walking on eggshells 
always looking over their shoulders 
. The kids are the worst 
Nadiia and her three kiddos must be living a nightmare 
.
there's still hope 
. People like Chakrygina, they keep going 
️ even when it feels like everything is falling apart 
who deserve a future free from war and violence 
.
against those bad guys.
to make peace happen 
and put an end to this senseless violence 
. We can do it, Ukraine 
!
.
Nadiia Chakrygina's story is just devastating her kids should never have to go through this 
have you seen those adorable kids on social media who are still managing to smile despite everything? They're literally the reason I keep going 
My daughter is at that age too and I don't want her to grow up in a world where war is the norm 
ukraine is literally being bombed nonstop and it's like, what even is the point? i mean i know people need to be safe and protected, but can't we all just get along? 
its like they cant even live in peace anymore 
4 yrs gone by and still not sure when its gonna end 
the fact that ppl r being forced to live in shelters is just heartbreaking 
and thats all we can do rite now is support them & wish for peace 
... I guess it's hard to focus on the bigger picture when you're living through something like this.
.
. Still, gotta give credit 2 ppl like Chakrygina who stay hopeful 4 peace. Her kids need 2 live in a world w/o war n violence 
But seriously, folks, this situation is no laughing matter. I mean, who wants to live in constant fear of being bombed? 
Nadiia Chakrygina's story is like something out of a horror movie - fleeing her home with her kids and trying to find safety in Kyiv. It's heartbreaking. But you know what they say, when life gives you lemons, make lemonade... or in this case, when life gives you war, hold on to your sanity! 
And hey, at least there's glimmer of hope with Chakrygina's kids - maybe one day they'll grow up and tell their grandkids about the time their grandma survived a war... and it'll be like, "Oh yeah, that was just another Tuesday for me." 