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Fighters at the zero line live in dugouts for up to 100 days: how they survive without water and hygiene

Бійці на передовій витримують в умовах окопів навіть до ста днів: як вони справляються без доступу до води та гігієни. Photo: glavcom.ua

On the front line, soldiers are forced to forget about usual personal hygiene due to a lack of water and satisfy their natural needs in bottles and bags to avoid revealing their position to the enemy. The difficulties include battling remnants from mice and stray dogs that can detect their location. All this becomes a part of the lives of the warriors who stand in defense of Ukraine.



Life on the front line, according to a serviceman, resembles monasticism, where the main task is to survive and defend their position. The living conditions at the 'zero line' require completely different skills and emotions, but they foster a strong spirit and dedication to the country. The discovery of archaeological finds during the construction of fortifications indicates the importance of the military's work in protecting their homeland.