Citizen Soldiers of Ukraine | Galway News

A gripping new documentary, Brace for Oblivion, plunges viewers into the raw, unfiltered reality of the war in Ukraine through the eyes of seven citizen-soldiers. Filmmaker Xackery Irving spent three years building trust with these brave fighters, capturing their transformation from civilians to frontline warriors. Meet Bohdan Patel, a 19-year-old who went from digging trenches to leading Ukraine’s drone program—turning his humanities background into a weapon of defense. With no regrets, he sees the fight as existential: defending his homeland and culture from annihilation. The film reveals harrowing scenes of loss, airstrikes, and resilience, painting a portrait of ordinary people forced into extraordinary roles. As Bohdan warns that a ceasefire may only be a tactical pause, the documentary delivers a powerful, urgent message: this war isn’t over—and it’s far from over. Premiere Friday, with a live Q&A to follow. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/efa833cf1ff1ca4c