Many Ukrainians who inactive hold out hope for a diplomatic settlement are nevertheless preparing for renewed waves of attacks this autumn, despite ongoing negotiations. How did the strike on 1 of the most heavy shelled areas of Kyiv unfold, and what do its residents say about the prospects for peace?
Relaxed by the absence of fresh strikes, I returned home on Thursday night expecting to fall asleep quickly. My flat is located in the Lukyanivka district, in central Kyiv. This part of the capital is among the most frequently attacked, due to the presence of respective military facilities. Almost all midnight air raid siren feels like a circular of Russian roulette — 1 you almost always lose, since the strikes frequently hit this area.
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