In a remarkable incident, a soldier from Ukraine’s 80th Separate ‘Galician’ Air Assault Brigade executed a two-day combat mission with a bullet lodged near his spine. This report emerged from the Brigade’s official press service. The soldier, referred to as ‘Mazay’, has a deep-rooted ideological commitment, inspired by his great-grandfather’s service for Ukraine. His military journey began after a call to the military commissariat led to his mobilization. Initially aspiring to join the marines, ‘Mazay’ found his path in the airborne assault troops, gaining training and honing his skills as a sniper. The intense conditions of battle highlighted the strategic prowess and determination of ‘Mazay’, even when injured.

The injury occurred during an operation in the Kursk region, where ‘Mazay’ and his partner advanced into enemy territory. A bullet injured him, passing between his kidney and liver, before halting near his spine. Despite this, he continued to engage the enemy, maintaining focus and composure. The experience underscored the physical and mental demands of sniper work, with ‘Mazay’ emphasizing the importance of discipline and adherence to command. His motivation is driven by his family and his commitment to freeing

ملخص الأخبار

• مازاي التحق بالجيش بعد استدعاء من قسم الموارد البشرية في مكان عمله.
• عمل كحارس غابة قبل الحرب، مما أكسبه خبرة عملية مفيدة للجيش.
• يبدي مازاي أهمية للانضباط والالتزام بالتعليمات لحفظ حياته خلال المعارك.
• يشدد مازاي على أهمية حمل كميات كافية من الماء للفترة التدريبية والعمليات القتالية.