Surviving the Siege: Life in War-Torn Kostiantynivka

In the embattled city of Kostiantynivka, eastern Ukraine, 65-year-old Volodymyr and fellow residents endure Russian aggression amidst deteriorating conditions. With humanitarian aid halted due to danger, they collect rainwater and face relentless warfare as President Zelenskiy seeks international support against Russia's territorial ambitions and demands for peace talks.

In the besieged city of Kostiantynivka in eastern Ukraine, 65-year-old Volodymyr remains resilient amid increasing Russian military pressure. Limited aid supplies have forced residents like him to adapt to harsh conditions, making do with stocked-up resources and ingeniously purifying rainwater for survival.

The strategic city faces looming threats, with heavy fighting already at its southern edge. President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, striving to counter Moscow's demands, vigorously seeks international backing. As diplomacy intensifies, the local population endures powerful explosions and relentless drone surveillance.

Volodymyr, accompanied by others in similar straits, perseveres in a transformed living space while lamenting the challenges of finding alternatives amidst economic strains. With nowhere better to go, many, including Ukrainian troops in the area, remain steadfast in defending every inch of their homeland.

(With inputs from agencies.)