Azovstal

Ukraine secured the return of 185 service members and one civilian in its 75th prisoner exchange with Russia. The released individuals included defenders of Mariupol and Azovstal, as well as a father and son reunited after years in captivity.

A Ukrainian infantry officer from the 12th Brigade Azov describes the fall of the Azovstal steel plant in Mariupol in May 2022 and his capture by Russian forces. The account covers the surrender process, experiences during captivity, and his decision to rejoin the Ukrainian military afterward.

An infantry officer from Ukraine's 12th Brigade 'Azov' shares his account of the final days defending Mariupol and the fall of the Azovstal steel plant in May 2022. The narrative describes intense combat, civilian casualties, and the devastating impact of the war on the city.