A 42-year-old lawyer interviewed by Dnevnik discusses the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine, emphasizing the impact on ordinary citizens in Kyiv. She warns that a 'half peace' would not bring true freedom for Ukrainians and highlights the suffering of children living under Russian occupation, who she fears could be molded into soldiers for Putin’s regime. The interview reflects on the four-and-a-half-year-long conflict, noting international praise for Ukrainian resilience but questioning whether this narrative has become overly idealized. The journalist describes the psychological toll of constant air raid alarms and the difficult choice of whether to seek shelter or continue daily life. Despite the hardships, many Ukrainians persist, driven by a sense of duty and resistance against Russian aggression.
Bias read (Progressive): The article frames the war through a strong anti-Russian perspective, emphasizing the threat to Ukrainian sovereignty and the potential transformation of occupied territories into a militaristic society under Putin’s influence. It portrays the conflict as a genocide and criticizes Russia’s actions,
