Because community notes don’t always work and people can delete their posts, I’m going to make damn sure that the “soft genocide” narrative NOT spread. Take it from someone who is actually here. This is a GENOCIDE according to the UN’s definition: un.org/en/genocide-preventio… The enemy has checked multiple boxes here. In article II, it is specified that national groups can be victims of genocide (in this case, people within the borders of Ukraine/people with Ukrainian passports) and Ukrainians have been victims of all 5 points on the list actions that fit the definition of genocide. Furthermore, article II explains dolus specialis, which is the intent of the actions happening to Ukrainians. Both the mental and physical elements are present. I need not list them because 1) I just linked the definition and 2) this platform would silence me. Soft genocide is not even a recognized term in international law and we must understand how dangerous it is to let people get away with using this term when referring to Ukraine (or any other country, really.) Almost every night, a siren tells me it’s time to put my go bag next to my bed (or sleep in a shelter instead) This morning, I was awakened by drones. Not just sirens, drones. I’ve witnessed firsthand the adrenaline of someone that lost a donated bus to a mine on the road. He didn’t even notice he broke his leg. I’ve seen people return from being taken into captivity after a prisoner exchange and they all hold on to their apples like it’s the best thing they’ve seen in god knows how long - because it literally is. Imagine having your mind blown by seeing real fruit again. I’ve seen a school in Konotop, not far from the russian border, operate underground. Their school is a shelter because kids can’t learn if they’re worried about their lives. They’ve painted the inside of the shelter to look as homey as possible. Just because they have adapted to these horrors does not mean they’re not happening. Kindergartens are still being targeted on a regular basis, even while vacant, because having a place for children to return to school is allowing them to develop basic intellectual skills, and the enemy doesn’t want that. Ukrainian civilians are still being kidnapped in cities that westerners think are “safe” because the media gets tired of reporting resilience. There are videos of this happening regularly on our telegram channels. One moment your neighbour is trying to take his grocery bag into his apartment, the next moment 5 enemy soldiers are dragging him across the concrete. Every city is dark at night. Not because we’re currently lacking power, but because we know that any light poses an opportunity for recon drones to gather intel. So yeah, we grieve more than just this one mother and child depicted in the picture here. War is very much still happening, and I will not let the “soft genocide” narrative slide across my desk. To do so would be betraying my fellow Ukrainians that have a type of strength that the western mind cannot comprehend. We are very strongly opinionated about semantics and not sorry for it because we must defend everything that is at threat of being erased. Respect the wording of international law or please don’t speak. Slava Ukraini.

When it comes to fundraisers, I think it’s pretty important to say what it’s for… a random PayPal link does not entice me

Ever since I changed my lifestyle and no longer care as much about luxury things, I’ve attracted a completely different audience on my personal accounts. That’s probably a good thing. The materialistic people have become bored by me. Not sorry I outgrew that.

To defeat the machine, become the machine. 😂

There are 3 fundraisers on the Slava Ukraini nonprofit site. This one is quite urgent, and if you can help out, I would greatly appreciate it. I’ll post the other ones a little bit later, but if you’re able to donate to this one, it would help a whole family here in Kyiv.

Just got a bunch of fundraisers onto slavaukraini.site Two of these are for NAFO fellas.

Reflections before I enter a new decade on Monday: 1. No one else needs to give a shit about your accomplishments other than you. You’re the one that should be proud of them. Fuck everyone else. 2. Your reputation is who you are. Not who you surround yourself with. 3. You cannot change anyone else’s perception of you, no matter how hard you try. 4. Sympathy will get you less “respect points” than thugging it out and saying “that was tough, but I did it.” 5. Welcome to earth. Some really bad stuff happens here, but some really awesome stuff does too. It’s your choice what to focus on. 6. Your diploma does not get put on your headstone when you die. Education is cool, but actually doing something for society is cooler. 7. Drink your pickle juice. Just trust me. 8. Look at the sky before your neck starts hurting as you age More later

Big scandal in Ukraine right now, why is the apple on the new bottle so… macho?

Ok, fellas, we see all your tags and we get it. But. Being a shitty person doesn't make someone a legitimate military target under international law. Climbing on a tank for internet clout isn't enough to become a combatant. Do something that actually qualifies — then we can talk. Until then, we'll keep our drones for real military targets 😉

For all of those asking, mentioning, threatening or even assessing, YES, I am based in Kyiv and I understand the war(s)/situation more than you can understand the amount of stuff in your fridge.

FedEx is buying up to 100 new flying delivery trucks cnn.it/2Af7Rnk

Not ignoring anyone… I managed to mess up my phone’s ability to connect to anything including a cell tower. Please be patient as I change this phone from a paperweight back into a working device Semi-related: fck eSIMs

Most days, I am cool as a cucumber. But not today. Today I am a potato. I might be a little useless and dull today, but let me sit for a bit and I’ll turn into vodka or something idk

I want to show people what Kyiv has been through, but I don’t want to act like one of those people that goes places just to take pictures of destruction. The west needs more reminders that war can happen in Europe, too. I have the reach for that on personal social media, but idk

A couple people unfollowed me because I posted about the baggage situation and having to replace a bunch of stuff that was in there Absolutely no one is holding a gun to your head and forcing you to send me anything. I’m mostly just frustrated because I want to get the most wear out of my clothes and shoes, and I want to be the person that ruins them myself lol. This is a first world problem. Some people don’t have baggage or clothing or shoes or the money for plane tickets. I am still blessed. A new fundraiser for a vehicle will be coming soon to @SlavaUkrainiOrg. Actually, it’s already on the website, we’re just gathering more information and updating the fundraiser post as we know more. Take care of the people that need it most first, then worry about me. 😊

Respectfully, I know how I packed my bag - that stain is not from iodine/betadine. It’s in the wrong location for how I packed the bag. Doesn’t smell like iodine, has more of a garage type scent, feels oily, is also on the exterior of the bag.

Hallo @_austrian does anyone working at this airline have eyes

For everyone saying this needs to be taken up with the airline, I already filed a claim for the baggage and its contents and received this response.

A brief course on saving yourself and others A must-do for anyone in Ukraine

Shoutouts before I hibernate for a day: @JohnSmith292170 very loyal to everyone here @hottaspotta for being an awesome volunteer @ghostofRoc knows his stuff @suestroud puts words into action @FightStrong106 does what she can with the resources she has I’m running out of space