War

[Casey_03]

As some of you may recall, I moved to Ukraine recently to cover the conflict here. I spent several weeks in Kiev and now two days in the actual conflict area. In the past two days, I have been shot at by snipers, spent a day embedded with fighters, got detained by drunken rebels and spent 10-hours walking over mined roads in a destroyed village to get to the trapped residents. I am deeply proud of myself for doing this. There were a lot of moments when I had to fight every fiber of my being to force myself to go through with it. But it was worth it. Because today I got into a besieged village, an utterly destroyed village, I mean -- there's nothing of it left but bodies and militants. i got in and got to talk to the handful of residents still trapped there, in their basements. And I got to tell their story. And remind people what is at stake in this war. My work hasn't been this rewarding in a long time.

 

[Deleted member 20280]

@Casey_03 I salute you for your courage and passion in getting the true horror behind these acts of war published in the press. You are a true inspiration and champion for the voice of the people left behind after conflict, those innocents who have no voice otherwise.

 

[shimmerz]

Goddamm I wish our press didn't filter this stuff out. Casey, I am on board with Laurie. The bravest of the brave in order to be heard. I am so glad you let us know how it is going for you. Keep safe.... be well. :hug:

 

[scout86]

I'm glad you got a chance to check in. I've thought about you every time I hear "Ukraine" on the news and that's been kind of often the past few days. Sounds like quite an adventure. Stay as safe as you can and keep up the good work!

 

[Deleted member 12723]

Thank you for your service. You are very brave and courageous and stay safe.

 

[Anarchy]

Good to know you are safe and well, and doing what you value.

 

[VioletButterfly]

Praying for your safety, and admiring your determination and cause!!!!!!! VB