98-year-old Ukrainian woman walks to safety amid Russian invasion
98-year-old woman in Ukraine walks 6 miles to safety as Russian forces advance, separated from family members, rescued by Ukrainian troops and reunited with granddaughter in evacuation shelter. War in its third year, heavy toll on civilian population.
Key Points
- Lidia Stepanivna Lumikovska, 98 years old, walked around 6 miles to safety in eastern Ukraine amidst Russian invasion
- Separated from family, she was rescued by Ukrainian troops and reunited with her granddaughter in an evacuation shelter
- Civilian toll in Ukraine's ongoing war includes over 10,000 deaths, 3.7 million internally displaced, and 6.5 million refugees
Pros
- Courage and resilience of the elderly woman
- Humanitarian efforts to rescue and support civilians in conflict zones
Cons
- Impact of war on civilian population, especially the elderly
- Displacement and loss experienced by millions in Ukraine