Ukraine Releases Shocking Before And After Pictures Of Soldier Captured By Russians

Surprising footage of a Ukrainian soldier who survived Russian captivity have surfaced on social media. The Ukrainian defence ministry shared the photographs of Mykhailo Dianov on Twitter and referred to as him one of many fortunate ones regardless of him showing emaciated and with accidents on his face and arms. 

“Ukrainian soldier Mykhailo Dianov is among the many lucky ones: in distinction with a few of his fellow POWs, he survived Russian captivity,” the defence ministry wrote within the caption. “That is how Russia “adheres” to the Geneva Conventions. That is how Russia continues the shameful legacy of Nazism,” it added. 

Ukrainian soldier Mykhailo Dianov is among the many lucky ones: in distinction with a few of his fellow POWs, he survived russian captivity. That is how russia “adheres” to the Geneva Conventions. That is how russia continues the shameful legacy of Nazism. pic.twitter.com/cJpx7ZWQYo

— Protection of Ukraine (@DefenceU) September 23, 2022

Based on Telegraph, Mr Dianov was detained earlier this 12 months after combating to defend the Azovstal metal works in Mariupol. He was one in all 205 Ukrainian prisoners of conflict launched on Wednesday. 

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Mr Dianov’s newest footage present him emaciated, lined in scars and bruises on his arm and face. His sister, Alona Lavrushko, reportedly knowledgeable that Mr Dianov is presently in Kyiv Navy Hospital, the place he stays in a severe situation and would require long-term remedy. 

Ms Lavrushko mentioned that shrapnel in his brother’s arm was pulled out “with out anaesthetic, with out something, utilizing rusty pliers”. She said that Mr Dianov’s arm is lacking 4cm of bone because of the inhumane situations he confronted in Russian captivity. 

“The physician within the army hospital has taken a have a look at him. They don’t seem to be going to function on him simply but; he wants to realize some weight first. That is the principle factor as a result of he cannot be operated on in his situation. It could possibly be harmful for his well being. So he has to get well now and acquire power. His bodily situation is severe, after all,” Ms Lavrushko added, as per the outlet. 

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Nonetheless, she additionally mentioned that Mr Dianov is mentally very robust. “He’s extraordinarily joyful that he’s again. He says, ‘I’m strolling and respiratory clear free air,'” Mr Lavrushko mentioned. 

Cash is now being raised to assist Ms Lavrushko pay for her brother’s medical charges. Mr Dianov’s daughter has began a fundraiser for the soldier’s remedy and rehabilitation.