As 2023 ends, millions worldwide are preparing to ring in the new year with hope. But for those living in conflict zones like Ukraine, celebrations feel worlds away. 🎇→💥
CGTN recently spoke with a 23-year-old Ukrainian volunteer medic who’s spent the year saving lives amid relentless violence. “I’ll be on duty again this New Year’s Eve,” he shared, his voice heavy with exhaustion. “I just want peace. No more bombs, no more tears—except maybe happy ones.” 🩺🇺🇦
War Fatigue Hits Hard
His story mirrors countless others in Ukraine and beyond. From Gaza to Israel, CGTN’s visits reveal communities clinging to resilience. But the medic’s words cut deep: “I’m already tired. We all are.”
As fireworks light skies elsewhere, his wish for 2024 is simple: “Let nothing whistle overhead except the wind.” 🌌✨
