Viktor and Nadiia with their granddaughter Alina at their home in Hirnyk, Donetsk region. Photo courtesy of Ryan Carter. Used with permission Sirens, shelling, tears, destruction — these are the realities of an average day in a frontline area in the East of Ukraine. Donetsk region, more than half of which is currently occupied by Russia, is shelled 1,500–2,500 times almost daily. Much of this shelling targets residential buildings and critical infrastructure, such as water and electricity supply. Still, for many leaving their homes is not an option. While many do not leave out of necessity, fo…
