A 21-year-old soldier and sergeant of Ukraine’s “Azov” regiment, known by the call sign “Jeb”, expressed his thoughts on the impending end of the war in an interview with TSN.ua. He emphasized that the war has taken too many Ukrainian lives, and thus, there will be no true victory. He stated, “I’m a realist. This is very difficult. There won’t be a victory, too many people have died. It won’t be a happy day for me. I’ll remember the guys, I’ll go to their graves. There won’t be a clear victory, the war will remain in my head.” He previously criticized Ukraine’s mobilization process and warned against deserters. Despite losing a leg, he remains eager to return to the frontlines.
Title: A revolver from Aidar Battalion candidly speaks about the end of the war – Exclusive from TSN
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The war in Eastern Ukraine, ongoing since 2014, has been a complex and devastating conflict. Amidst the chaos, a bloc of volunteer battalions has played a significant role, with the Aidar Battalion being one of the most prominent. Recently, a former combatant from Aidar, ")…
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… has decided to break his silence and share his personal experiences and insights into the current state of the conflict. In an exclusive interview with Tisya News (TSN), he spoke candidly about the war, its impact, and his beliefs about its potential conclusion.
-Jour
During his time in Aidar, he was known by his combat name, ‘Jour’, which he has chosen to maintain for this interview, as he wishes to remain anonymous. His reasons are twofold: to avoid personal risks and to maintain focus on the issues at hand rather than his individual story.
Jour joined Aidar in its early days, during the height of the annexed Crimea crisis. He recalls the initial mobilization, "We were a mix of volunteers, national guard, and even some foreigners. We wanted to protect our country, our people. We weren’t just fighting for territory, but for our right to exist as a sovereign nation."
The Frontline Experience
Jour provides a stark insight into life on the frontline, "It’s simple, really. You eat when you can, sleep when you have to. The rest of the time, you’re focused on one thing – staying alive and making sure your brothers in arms do too."
He recounts numerous skirmishes, the worst of which he describes as "a test of will and strength." However, he refuses to romanticize or glorify war. "It’s not exciting, not a game. It’s chaos, violence, and destruction. It’s a test of your humanity, and some days, it feels like it’s your last."
The Impact of War
Jour stresses the personal cost of war, "It’s not just us soldiers. It’s the families, the children, the civilians who bear the brunt. I’ve seen mothers wailing over their sons, children growing up without fathers, homes reduced to rubble."
He supports the ongoing efforts to demilitarize and rebuild affected areas, stating, "War takes more than lives. It takes hope, it takes futures. And it’s our duty to restore that."
The End of the War
When pressed about the end of the war, Jour is optimistic, yet pragmatic. "I believe in peace. I believe in our right to live in peace. But I also understand that peace is not just the absence of war, but the presence of justice, of fairness, of equality."
He believes that the keys to ending the conflict lie in diplomatic efforts and international pressure, "We need the world to see what’s happening here, to understand the stakes. We need them to support and pressure all parties involved to come to the negotiation table, to respect our sovereignty, our right to exist."
The Way Forward
Jour emphasizes the importance of post-conflict rehabilitation, "When the guns fall silent, we can’t just go back to how things were. We need to address the root causes, the inequalities, the grievances that allowed this to happen."
He concludes, "We are a resilient people. We have weathered storms before, and we will weather this one. But it’s up to us, to our leaders, to our international partners, to ensure that we don’t just survive this, but that we thrive in its aftermath."
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Jour’s story is one of courage, sacrifice, and hope amidst chaos and destruction. His candid account of the war serves as a stark reminder of the human cost of conflict and the urgent need for a durable peace in Eastern Ukraine.
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