The Kyiv Independent’s Francis Farrell sits down with Oleksii "Leo," a Ukrainian battalion commander with the legendary Azov Brigade, as it holds the line in one of the hottest sectors of the front in Donetsk Oblast. They discuss Russia's rapid advances in the east, Ukraine's manpower shortage, and Azov's personnel practices, as well as potential scenarios for the future of the war — as Russia shows no signs of stopping and Ukraine refuses to capitulate. Subscribe to our channel for more