VOVCHANSK, KHARKIV OBLAST, UKRAINE Russian soldier found himself in a hopeless situation on the battlefield. He was being hunted by Ukrainian drones, and the moment he realized he wouldn’t escape, he chose to commit suicide rather than surrender.
In the Russian army, propaganda is spreading the idea that Ukrainian captivity is worse than death. In practice, however, the situation is that the Ukrainian side follows the Geneva Conventions in most cases.
If you’re thinking about suicide, please stop and recognize that your pain is not permanent, but this step would be. It may feel like there’s no other way, but there is hope, even if it’s hard to see right now. Your feelings are temporary, and with help, they can pass.
Talking about what you're going through might feel difficult, but it’s the first step toward healing. Don’t turn away from the people who want to support you. Life can offer more than what you're feeling right now, and the pain doesn't have to last forever. You deserve help, and it’s available.
If you need immediate help, please contact a helpline.
