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

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  • Опубліковано 10 тра 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.
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    #Ukraine #Donbas #BBCNews

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  • @merrily08
    @merrily08 11 місяців тому +1410

    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 11 місяців тому

      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 11 місяців тому

      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 11 місяців тому

      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 11 місяців тому

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

    • @karl21200
      @karl21200 11 місяців тому +29

      ​@@darktube8712 slava Ukraini!

  • @BillSias-op7xw
    @BillSias-op7xw 11 місяців тому +619

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

    • @neilbrown8659
      @neilbrown8659 11 місяців тому +2

      horrible

    • @gordanaspicer4469
      @gordanaspicer4469 11 місяців тому

      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 11 місяців тому +1

      😊😊

    • @eduardbraila8740
      @eduardbraila8740 11 місяців тому +1

      😊😊😊

    • @foreign_agent
      @foreign_agent 11 місяців тому

      @@darktube8712 Or you

  • @cwfong4826
    @cwfong4826 11 місяців тому +61

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

    • @MMM76284
      @MMM76284 5 місяців тому

      0:24

    • @anonymousasia8187
      @anonymousasia8187 3 місяці тому +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 2 місяці тому +2

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

  • @adrianoaragon
    @adrianoaragon 11 місяців тому +21

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

  • @davorinpintar722
    @davorinpintar722 11 місяців тому +77

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

  • @CobraF1
    @CobraF1 11 місяців тому +769

    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 11 місяців тому +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 11 місяців тому +9

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

    • @jedclampett6466
      @jedclampett6466 11 місяців тому

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

    • @jberry1982
      @jberry1982 11 місяців тому +1

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

    • @m4rk0U
      @m4rk0U 11 місяців тому +2

      Ukreaine is lost, it's just matter of time

  • @user-ig5go6qo3n
    @user-ig5go6qo3n 11 місяців тому +24

    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 11 місяців тому

      he has a pornhub patch on his vest

    • @Vo1andyara
      @Vo1andyara 11 місяців тому

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

    • @GorillaTVe
      @GorillaTVe День тому

      Jesus this fake media has got you by the balls😄

    • @JH-jy1ye
      @JH-jy1ye 4 години тому

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

  • @sluxi
    @sluxi 11 місяців тому +8

    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.

  • @AndyJohansen
    @AndyJohansen 11 місяців тому +647

    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 11 місяців тому

      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 11 місяців тому +29

      word. Slava Ukreinj 🇺🇦🫡❤️

    • @puranapuu4252
      @puranapuu4252 11 місяців тому

      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 11 місяців тому

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

    • @JAMMAJ-cq2bl
      @JAMMAJ-cq2bl 11 місяців тому +18

      Slava Ukrainii❤💙💛💪🤛

  • @kizzer14100
    @kizzer14100 11 місяців тому +559

    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 11 місяців тому +49

      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 11 місяців тому

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

    • @wetlettuce8215
      @wetlettuce8215 11 місяців тому +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 11 місяців тому

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

    • @mementomori9527
      @mementomori9527 11 місяців тому +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

  • @kvitka4027
    @kvitka4027 11 місяців тому +63

    I was born and raised in Kharkiv. Have lived in California since 1995. Thank you, BBC, for your hard work of reporting these historic events.
    We have been following this horrific war since 02/24/2022. Every time I watch a video like this one, I can’t believe my eyes…what putin’s thugs have done with my beautiful homeland 💔Glory to the brave defenders of Donbas, Kharkiv, and the entire country. Glory to Ukraine 🇺🇦🌻💙💛

    • @ievgeniy0311
      @ievgeniy0311 8 місяців тому

      Привіт з Сумської обл.

    • @user-ls1og3zq8h
      @user-ls1og3zq8h 5 місяців тому

      Как насчёт расширения НАТО?😊

    • @gianfrancoprimiani4520
      @gianfrancoprimiani4520 3 місяці тому +2

      Kharkov - Russkiy Gorod

    • @frostflower5555
      @frostflower5555 3 місяці тому +1

      Did you also thank BBC on their 9 year old report on what horrific things Ukrainians were doing to the Russians?

  • @baridfang6789
    @baridfang6789 11 місяців тому +7

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

  • @disputeresolver
    @disputeresolver 11 місяців тому +131

    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 11 місяців тому

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

    • @Oblivisci........
      @Oblivisci........ 11 місяців тому +6

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

    • @cadicamo8720
      @cadicamo8720 11 місяців тому

      @@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 11 місяців тому +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 11 місяців тому +4

      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.

  • @user-xp4uw8ui9v
    @user-xp4uw8ui9v 11 місяців тому +225

    God bless these brave men

    • @kitbitsone122
      @kitbitsone122 11 місяців тому +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 11 місяців тому +1

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

    • @darktube8712
      @darktube8712 11 місяців тому

      Ukraine will die and suffer

    • @kapster7290
      @kapster7290 11 місяців тому

      fck u mom

    • @lokeshwaran9895
      @lokeshwaran9895 11 місяців тому

      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

  • @annndddrre
    @annndddrre 11 місяців тому +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 11 місяців тому +1

      😂😂

    • @user-yj5iu7ez5x
      @user-yj5iu7ez5x 11 місяців тому +2

      Они преступники а не герои

    • @southasianstreetshitter458
      @southasianstreetshitter458 9 місяців тому

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

    • @Gopniksquat
      @Gopniksquat 7 місяців тому

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

    • @schneider87666
      @schneider87666 5 місяців тому

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

  • @shivannda
    @shivannda 11 місяців тому +4

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

  • @amandadonaghey7540
    @amandadonaghey7540 11 місяців тому +276

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

    • @sergiyrospysdiyenko6224
      @sergiyrospysdiyenko6224 11 місяців тому

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

    • @christopherrodriguez653
      @christopherrodriguez653 11 місяців тому +9

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

    • @hewlettpackard1731
      @hewlettpackard1731 11 місяців тому +3

      Slava Russia 🇷🇺🇷🇺❤️🇷🇺🇷🇺

    • @majowassen3021
      @majowassen3021 11 місяців тому

      ​@@christopherrodriguez653, you're a moron

    • @sergiyrospysdiyenko6224
      @sergiyrospysdiyenko6224 11 місяців тому +14

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

  • @antoslukas99
    @antoslukas99 11 місяців тому +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.

  • @just4music_official
    @just4music_official 11 місяців тому +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 10 місяців тому +2

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

  • @DaniRaj666
    @DaniRaj666 11 місяців тому +12

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

  • @davidwilson951
    @davidwilson951 11 місяців тому +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 11 місяців тому

      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!.

  • @theupsidedownworld99
    @theupsidedownworld99 11 місяців тому +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 7 місяців тому

      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.

  • @t.sunzyjamir7675
    @t.sunzyjamir7675 11 місяців тому +3

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

  • @Albert-Mag...
    @Albert-Mag... 11 місяців тому +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 11 місяців тому

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

    • @darkeclipse3769
      @darkeclipse3769 11 місяців тому +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 11 місяців тому

      @@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... 10 місяців тому

      ​@@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...🇺🇦🇺🇦✌✌

  • @aliciasaunders9085
    @aliciasaunders9085 11 місяців тому +58

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

    • @darktube8712
      @darktube8712 11 місяців тому

      Ukraine will be ra**d and suffer

  • @quisuis-je
    @quisuis-je 11 місяців тому +2

    Respect to all these Men! Respect to the reporter as well.
    Ukraine Always. 🇺🇦🪖
    God Bless!

  • @MultiSciGeek
    @MultiSciGeek 2 місяці тому +2

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

  • @politican4thepeople303
    @politican4thepeople303 11 місяців тому +98

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

    • @dpelpal
      @dpelpal 11 місяців тому +9

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

    • @myhoezgit2wrk
      @myhoezgit2wrk 11 місяців тому +1

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

    • @dpelpal
      @dpelpal 11 місяців тому +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 11 місяців тому

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

    • @antiminer2422
      @antiminer2422 11 місяців тому +8

      Glory to the Heroes 🙏🇺🇦❤️

  • @berretta9mm17
    @berretta9mm17 11 місяців тому +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 11 місяців тому +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 11 місяців тому

      @@robspunk 🤦🤦🤦

    • @panasiuk39
      @panasiuk39 11 місяців тому

      💙💛 #stoprussianaggression #standwithUkraine

    • @tclanjtopsom4846
      @tclanjtopsom4846 11 місяців тому

      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 10 місяців тому

      @@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 ...)

  • @earlsteves8141
    @earlsteves8141 11 місяців тому +12

    Praying for you Ukraine.

  • @tommygun9416
    @tommygun9416 11 місяців тому +13

    Brave boys, glory to Ukraine 🇺🇦

  • @DavidDavid-ch4zh
    @DavidDavid-ch4zh 11 місяців тому +43

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

  • @osumiura8183
    @osumiura8183 11 місяців тому +68

    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。

  • @kylea4225
    @kylea4225 11 місяців тому +1

    The sound of incoming artillery is absolutely terrifying

  • @lastingfun1
    @lastingfun1 11 місяців тому +1

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

  • @kristinalewis6126
    @kristinalewis6126 11 місяців тому +40

    excellent video and totally heartbreaking

  • @JAMMAJ-cq2bl
    @JAMMAJ-cq2bl 11 місяців тому +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❤💙💛💪🤛

  • @justinlewis1467
    @justinlewis1467 11 місяців тому +3

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

  • @jefflester4131
    @jefflester4131 10 місяців тому

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

  • @lindajoyner3370
    @lindajoyner3370 11 місяців тому +30

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

    • @userofrussophobia
      @userofrussophobia 11 місяців тому +1

      ❤️

    • @Vo1andyara
      @Vo1andyara 11 місяців тому

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

  • @amc3463
    @amc3463 11 місяців тому +44

    I hope DIMA makes it out and has a family 😢

    • @pierceryan4092
      @pierceryan4092 11 місяців тому +3

      Too true.

    • @hewlettpackard1731
      @hewlettpackard1731 11 місяців тому +1

      He won't. 😢

    • @eater2269
      @eater2269 11 місяців тому +2

      Poor kid.

    • @hewlettpackard1731
      @hewlettpackard1731 11 місяців тому

      @@kylechetram915 Nope.

    • @kylechetram915
      @kylechetram915 11 місяців тому

      @@hewlettpackard1731 You're the one in a dream. Time to face reality, and understand that the orcs are losing and will lose badly.

  • @squidwardo7074
    @squidwardo7074 10 місяців тому

    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

  • @franciscowashington2155
    @franciscowashington2155 11 місяців тому +1

    Uma guerra cruel e sem fim

  • @juumoi2273
    @juumoi2273 11 місяців тому +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 11 місяців тому

      ​​@@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 11 місяців тому +9

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

    • @scottfagerstrom9312
      @scottfagerstrom9312 11 місяців тому +8

      @@darktube8712 A bot says what?

    • @puranapuu4252
      @puranapuu4252 11 місяців тому

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

    • @conpop6924
      @conpop6924 11 місяців тому +7

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

  • @arselenebitara1356
    @arselenebitara1356 11 місяців тому +162

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

    • @natamadic
      @natamadic 11 місяців тому

      @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 11 місяців тому +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 11 місяців тому +6

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

    • @user-vd3wn4ol9c
      @user-vd3wn4ol9c 11 місяців тому

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

    • @kapster7290
      @kapster7290 11 місяців тому

      you daughter stupid dog

  • @user-ie6np3nc3m
    @user-ie6np3nc3m 8 місяців тому +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 💕💕

  • @JurisKankalis
    @JurisKankalis 11 місяців тому +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.

  • @peterneyndorff9452
    @peterneyndorff9452 11 місяців тому +16

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

  • @user-tb2jx8qd9n
    @user-tb2jx8qd9n 11 місяців тому +31

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

    • @Too-Odd
      @Too-Odd 11 місяців тому

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

  • @my3dvidz638
    @my3dvidz638 4 місяці тому +1

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

  • @zhihuali7672
    @zhihuali7672 5 місяців тому +1

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

  • @menuxpressions9128
    @menuxpressions9128 11 місяців тому +19

    Most riveting first hand war reporting I ever seen.

    • @Too-Odd
      @Too-Odd 11 місяців тому

      Really? You need to expand your media sources.

    • @derekd1510
      @derekd1510 11 місяців тому +3

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

    • @jturtle5318
      @jturtle5318 11 місяців тому +1

      ​@@derekd1510 Hromadske does great frontline reporting too.

    • @Too-Odd
      @Too-Odd 11 місяців тому

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

  • @johnspillane1977
    @johnspillane1977 10 місяців тому

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

  • @IsaacBanda-su6vu
    @IsaacBanda-su6vu 15 днів тому

    This is so touching 😢😢

  • @TotalHorseMedia
    @TotalHorseMedia 11 місяців тому +44

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

    • @TotalHorseMedia
      @TotalHorseMedia 11 місяців тому +9

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

    • @parabot2
      @parabot2 11 місяців тому

      @@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 11 місяців тому

      @Vitaly Piatov where u live

    • @lettuceha3368
      @lettuceha3368 11 місяців тому +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 11 місяців тому

      ​@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? 🤡

  • @lukejp655
    @lukejp655 11 місяців тому +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 11 місяців тому

      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.

  • @calasow8893
    @calasow8893 11 місяців тому +2

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

  • @evanstrother9137
    @evanstrother9137 11 місяців тому +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!

  • @Lilith42832
    @Lilith42832 11 місяців тому +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 11 місяців тому

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

  • @henriquegodinho4655
    @henriquegodinho4655 11 місяців тому +1

    You know when you get striked by enemy bombardment, they are going after you when after ending the ammo of artillery

  • @ScammedbyFolrentinaConchas
    @ScammedbyFolrentinaConchas 11 місяців тому

    Get me there!

  • @shanedoherty8730
    @shanedoherty8730 11 місяців тому +26

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

  • @brsnight
    @brsnight 11 місяців тому +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 11 місяців тому

      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 11 місяців тому

      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 11 місяців тому +3

      Invaders

    • @DVSONENL
      @DVSONENL 11 місяців тому +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 11 місяців тому

      @@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

  • @Ranchready496
    @Ranchready496 11 місяців тому

    Senseless war

  • @krzysztofpyka2932
    @krzysztofpyka2932 7 місяців тому

    to jest kozacka dyplomacja ...

  • @malitrabakul701
    @malitrabakul701 11 місяців тому +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.
    🇭🇷 ❤️ 🇺🇦

  • @Pippie807
    @Pippie807 11 місяців тому +27

    God Bless Ukraine. My prayers are with you.

    • @Pippie807
      @Pippie807 11 місяців тому

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

    • @scottfagerstrom9312
      @scottfagerstrom9312 11 місяців тому +3

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

    • @kapster7290
      @kapster7290 11 місяців тому

      your mom stupid dog

  • @JohnnyThunder
    @JohnnyThunder 11 місяців тому +1

    absolutely incredible video GLORY TO UKRAINE

  • @TT-dp8qh
    @TT-dp8qh 8 місяців тому +1

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

  • @leonkenedy4616
    @leonkenedy4616 11 місяців тому +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!

  • @wendellbatts2477
    @wendellbatts2477 11 місяців тому +10

    Moving. Touching. Powerful. War is indeed Hell.

  • @SayonaraPhOfficial
    @SayonaraPhOfficial 8 місяців тому

    This documentary is the best one I ever seen

  • @matthewjewell1274
    @matthewjewell1274 11 місяців тому

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

  • @AN-uv5ci
    @AN-uv5ci 11 місяців тому +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 11 місяців тому +2

      ​@@SeekTheTruth-xs4lbбот

    • @scottfagerstrom9312
      @scottfagerstrom9312 11 місяців тому +1

      @Seek The Truth your Lord, not mine

    • @lettuceha3368
      @lettuceha3368 11 місяців тому

      Then tell them to negotiate not continuing the war

    • @scottfagerstrom9312
      @scottfagerstrom9312 11 місяців тому +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 11 місяців тому

      @@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

  • @kevinbrady3063
    @kevinbrady3063 11 місяців тому +18

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

  • @Torftrottel
    @Torftrottel 11 місяців тому

    Even the poor dogs break my heart.

  • @user-zx2zg1lm5f
    @user-zx2zg1lm5f 6 місяців тому

    Giod Evening DHS...Thanks NYPD

  • @seanchamberlain814
    @seanchamberlain814 11 місяців тому +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.

  • @nawewan
    @nawewan 11 місяців тому +6

    how this is literally happening STILL in Europe is mind boggling

  • @magni010
    @magni010 7 місяців тому

    Brave journalist in middle of frontline

  • @rens5954
    @rens5954 3 місяці тому

    what is the name of music at the end?

  • @mikehoncho7252
    @mikehoncho7252 11 місяців тому +47

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

  • @QueenetBowie
    @QueenetBowie 11 місяців тому +14

    I feel bad for all of them but especially Dima, he looked particularly rough, I hope there’s a ton of therapy available after all this is done, I can’t imagine the level of PTSD the whole country is going to experience

    • @user-lv7ph7hs7l
      @user-lv7ph7hs7l 11 місяців тому +2

      It's three generations completely traumatised. That sort of thing can take centuries to fully heal. Just look at the Russians using 100 year old maps as justification for war. Because they suffered back then and the memory still remains. Even though barely anyone who actually defended mother Russia from Hitler is still alive.

    • @jturtle5318
      @jturtle5318 11 місяців тому

      ​@@user-lv7ph7hs7l the Ukrainians haven't forgotten the Holodomor, and that was before WWII. Then Stalin allowed Hitler to roll over Ukraine and further decimate them.

  • @opponenspericulo
    @opponenspericulo 11 місяців тому

    Most can understand the difference of getting a Leopard2/Strv 122 / Challenger 2 tank instead of these; more advanced computers, yes, but just seeing the stick drive and slow accerelation when they turn and drive away tells a lot.
    It is like getting a new Porsche or Range Rover instead of a VAZ-Lada 4*4. If they just can get get good with the targeting/comms in 2 months...

  • @GiGi-Gigi408
    @GiGi-Gigi408 8 місяців тому +1

    😢

  • @Hoferman
    @Hoferman 11 місяців тому +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 11 місяців тому +1

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

    • @brankosavic632
      @brankosavic632 3 місяці тому

      Vi ste jih gurnuli u rat

  • @robincharlton8713
    @robincharlton8713 11 місяців тому +43

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

    • @kapster7290
      @kapster7290 11 місяців тому

      your mom stupid dog

  • @claudineuwiragiye
    @claudineuwiragiye 7 місяців тому +1

    🥺

  • @Ivan-pl2it
    @Ivan-pl2it 11 місяців тому

    Curious who cleans them uniforms. Never seen so many clean combat soldiers.

  • @brandonburke2978
    @brandonburke2978 11 місяців тому +8

    It’s a shame that you describe the location of troops. If they’re still there, now everyone knows it.

    • @pynn1000
      @pynn1000 11 місяців тому +2

      There are no leaves on the trees, so it may have released some time after the action for just this reason.

    • @Cruz0604
      @Cruz0604 11 місяців тому

      They already know and see everything

  • @ragged_claws_scuttling
    @ragged_claws_scuttling 11 місяців тому +12

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

    • @ibrahimisseabdullahi9395
      @ibrahimisseabdullahi9395 11 місяців тому

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

    • @johnlloydg.abugan1548
      @johnlloydg.abugan1548 11 місяців тому +2

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

  • @jeffersonsimo4947
    @jeffersonsimo4947 Місяць тому

    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!

  • @robertmaybeth3434
    @robertmaybeth3434 11 місяців тому

    Bloody good journalism here BBC. You have really captured the real life-and-death drama happening here.

  • @sonimbetterthanyou
    @sonimbetterthanyou 11 місяців тому +223

    To any Ukrainian soliders. Dont think just your nation is the only people proud of you. You have country after country not only praying for your victory, but there also dam proud of you guys and have earned an immershiable amount of respect. All of Ukraine is in our prayers and were confident your proud country will prevail.

    • @clintonreisig
      @clintonreisig 11 місяців тому +10

      Glory to Ukraine 🇺🇦 Glory to heroes 🔱

    • @kapster7290
      @kapster7290 11 місяців тому

      your mom stupid dog

    • @evgeniybastrykov
      @evgeniybastrykov 11 місяців тому +8

      Ukraine is sure to win in this conflict, because even the fight for Bakhmut, which Russia considered a priority goal, did not bring Russia victories, the Ukrainian army defended the city, and now that Russia has a shortage of resources, Ukrainian defenders will begin to liberate the city

    • @rossanalondoni5284
      @rossanalondoni5284 11 місяців тому +9

      ​@@evgeniybastrykov 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 fake news

    • @rossanalondoni5284
      @rossanalondoni5284 11 місяців тому +7

      ​@@clintonreisig this is a nazist slogan. Do you know Bandera, the ucronazist of ss galizia? Think before write and study history

  • @luisgrod0
    @luisgrod0 11 місяців тому +17

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

    • @sofisofi2164
      @sofisofi2164 11 місяців тому

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

  • @zerobertograssi8055
    @zerobertograssi8055 9 місяців тому

    This is an amazing report of the front line. Thank you!!

  • @Hpzel1
    @Hpzel1 10 місяців тому

    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 ❤️

  • @etyczneakwarium
    @etyczneakwarium 11 місяців тому +34

    Thank you to the heroes who defend all of Europe. Sława

    • @sofisofi2164
      @sofisofi2164 11 місяців тому

      🇪🇺💖🙌🏼☝🏼! 🇪🇺💖🇺🇦! 🇪🇺🫂🇺🇦🤲🏼☝🏼🤔🦾

  • @bodenebarker3019
    @bodenebarker3019 11 місяців тому +6

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