'Act of resistance': Ukrainians living near front line amid war

It’s impossible to forget the war on the frontline, like here and her son. Russian troops are right on the other side of the river. 85% of the city’s population has gone amidst the bombings and latest air raid. This maternity continues to function. It has been hit twice by the Russians, but giving birth here in Harrison is seen like an act of resistance. This is my city. I want my boy to grow up here. I hope the situation will return to normal so that he will play in kindergarten and go to school. At midday, like every day, the shelling intensifies and this neighborhood is one of the most affected. It is just one kilometer away from the front line. The latest issue to resolve, the water system is down after being hit by several Russian missiles. Many people have been killed here. Shrapnel hit one of our neighbors in the heart when he was outside in the garden. It is very hard. To make things easier, bread is given out to residents who have to return to their homes and shelters as soon as possible as rockets are fired again in the area. Locals spend much of their time in shelters. Going to school or playing outside is unthinkable. These activities bring some relief to children. Asked what is the main reason she would like the war to end, Dasha replies. I want my dad to come back. It’s late in the afternoon, the safest time to go outside. Dasha and her mother return home with sounds of pounding in the background.