BLOODSHED IN BAKHMUT: Fearless Fighters in Ukraine's Deadliest Meat Grinder | WELT Documentary 

War is old men talking and YOUNG men dying!

"In war, politicians give ammunition, the rich give food, and the poor give their children. When the war ends, politicians shake hands, the rich raise food prices, and the poor look for the graves of their children." Serbian proverb

As a father that "i dont wanna leave my son " hit me to my core.

It's a powerful reminder of how much we take our peace for granted

As someone who spent 14 years in wars, you never think about the people you lost till the war ends because you are always in survival mode, then it will eat you up for the rest of yr life, and one question we all ask ourselves is why did i survive...Now I know never to fight for politicians let them go and fight at the front lines! RIP my brothers in arms.

The family losing their only son at 34:18 absolutely kills me.... What a sweet, sweet couple. I hope they can find some meaning in the midst of all this. They should be very proud of their brave son, and his comrades.

Its crazy how good the young drone operators English is better then some here in US that grew up here.

Yurii and Helena have a good son and it touches my heart to hear his love and wisdom. A dark situation but if there was one moment in this documentary that made me feel hopeful, it was that boy's words to his mother.

This should have tens or hundreds of millions of views. The fact that the general population doesnt care enough about what is going on in the world scares me.

37:48 "the other day, my daughter told my wife, she doesnt want to be an orphan." He even attempted a little smile after that sentence. Absolutely brutal.... 😢

I just want fair and equal coverage. No bull, just truth and fairness. This documentary is good

Wow this popped up in my recommended, I'm glad to say I watched this from start to finish. First ever documentary that put me at a loss of words and emotion.

This was an unbelievably great documentary! It should be on all national television! So sad to get to know these guys, and their lives and wives and kids, and see how a 19 year-old has so much courage.

I was in war between Iran and Iraq and I fought more than 2 and half year, as you know that war was from 1981 till 1988 but still I have problems with remembering how my friends died there! Those memories everytime comeback and make me really sad and I still suffering from depression! I believe for you going to be same, and you never going to forget it! Anyway God bless you all who defending their own country! Respect!❤

Thank you for this soft and respectful tribute to Ukraine's heroes! I'm Ukrainian and I appreciated the film, we also need such documents of our history. Apparently I studied together with Mykhailo Aleksieienko, though we didn't know each other. But a friend of mine once told me about this cool political science student and activist she knew from our studies in Kharkiv, and then she shared that he was killed on the frontline. So I recognized Mykhailo in your movie. Unfortunately Ukraine's best men - young, educated, English speaking, brave and dedicated to their country' future, get killed by Russia's prisoners and mercenaries.

It's heart breaking watching the parents of theirs sons or loved ones talking about there deaths❤ god bless Ukraine 🇺🇦

Misha was a great man, he could’ve done so much for his hometown and for Ukraine all together! One of the greatest sorrows to lose him, one of the greatest things was to know him! Glory to the heroes !

Old man starts a wsr, young men fight it and die. Old man then starts another war again somewhere else, and it repeats...

Так сумно бачити всіх цих людей, які не робили нічого поганого, і російських солдатів, які йдуть за ними. Україна є Україна і назавжди залишиться Україною. Слава Україні!

I could not hold in my hands the vest and helmet of a dead loved one... Especially bloodsoaked like that....The strength and courage of tht woman is amazing to me

God I pray you bring that young man vadim and all the other brave defenders home safe, all so young they don’t deserve this

I have little words, but the ache in my chest & the water in my eyes. I have admiration for any called to defend their land & hope for their perseverance. My God's Spirit, be kind to those left behind.

Absolutely amazing documentary. Rest in peace to all lives lost for Ukraine your all the bravest souls anyone has seen. God bless you all

this war needs to stop

Absolutely heart wrenching but glad I watched.

What a powerfull emotional documentary. That mother talking about sending those pictures of food to comfort her son because she knew how important it was and worried so much for her sons safety. I couldnt help but tear up.

My heart ❤️ 💙 💜 BLEED for Ukraine 🇺🇦

This needs to be shared!

45:45 when wife did hold Her dead husbands bloody helmet it broke me in tears. :(

Slava Ukraini! Strongest, bravest, beautifully kind, fearless doesnt cover half of this country's attributes. Most admirable people on the globe. 🇺🇸💙🇺🇦 🌎🩵🇺🇦

“War is hell “ - so great full. to all those concerned with the making of this documentary. It should get national recognition. Glory to Ukrain … the current holders of the flag of fighters of injustice inflicted on others and struggle for the right of good. Ultimately peace

Holding a position for "political significance" is the most foolish mistake a leader can make.....

I got 2 long tours in Iraq as a Combat Medic. My heart hurts for the Soldiers of both sides, the Widows and Ophans and parents. Ive seen the absolute futility in war. The gross mismanaged of a Nation's youth. I pray fervently for peace. My heart hurts.

such stupid questions the reporters are asking. im glad they are responding honestly.

Thank you to the men and women of 93rd Brigade and all defenders of Ukraine.

This is the tragedy that should and could have been avoided, people should not be forced to fight this war..

Battle of bakhmud start at 2014 btw....

The best documantary I have ever watched I really recomend anyone who has a crraving for war to watch it, it will definetly take out all the lovely pictures about war from all the movies we watched ... I am heart broken

As a Dane, I am proud to have had the opportunity to support Ukraine's army, and most other EU countries can also be proud of all the contributions we have made so far. Denmark gave their artillery system to Ukraine before we had bought new artillery systems! 🤠

Honestly its tragic what people have to endure for government and politicians who could care less about the people involved... Its beyond disgusting.

Great, heart moving documentary 🇨🇦

The Ukrainians are among the bravest people I've ever seen. They have more courage and determination than my own countrymen.

God bless these poor Ukrainian souls and watch over them whilst fighting for there lives and freedom. This video teleported me into the chaos of war on the front lines, I felt for each and everyone of these young brave men and cried too which I'm not ashamed to admit. My heart goes out to every man woman and child affected by this war and i pray for a successful outcome with the Russians pushed out of Ukraine and peace to return. If any Russian soldiers get to read this i beg you to do the moral thing and turn your weapon to the aggressor which is your commanders and Vladimir Putin. Slava Ukraini 💪🇺🇦❤️

Former marine here - war is ultimately about resources corporations need in order to control regions of the planet for goods and services. Control the resources you control the world

Incredible documentary. My heart ❤️ goes out to the innocent Ukrainians fighting for their freedom.

Take note of the young drone operator at 6:00,,, he speaks English better than I do...

, being myself a poor buy,I could only pray for soldiers n Ukraine 🇺🇦 people. God take care those soldiers n fast victory to Ukraine 🇺🇦. Love from Bhutan 🇧🇹.

Very well made.

I live in a moment in the history of mankind that if you talk about peace and not war they call you any bad name in the world..!!! 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️💔😔

War is so horrible and sad :( I hope Vadim survives the war... 18-19 years old and at the frontline in Bakhmut.. Wow.

We are praying from here in the philippines..Filipinos we are on your side..we cannot help you physically but our prayers is with you ukraine.

So so awful. Poor guys! I feel for all the men and women and families on both sides.All govt leaders making decisions like these should be on the front line. Bet there would be far less war in this world. Prayers for everyone involved

War is so senseless especially when it isnt needed. Sad. 😔

Respect from your neighbour 🇷🇴 God bless you 🇺🇦

great documentary, thanx to the makers and the correct stories.

Incredible documentary! Much love and shared empathy for Ukraine and her Heroes, both fallen and still fighting. This was a hard one to watch, and just as frustrating not to be able to influence the decision makers abroad.

This is a brilliant documentary,needs to be seen on, channel 4,or BBC 2,👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

A statement Rarely if Ever said....,. PEOPLE DON'T START WARS... THE GOVERNMENTS DO!!! There's millions of people in this world who don't want War. We all just want to live our lives and enjoy them.

Hearing the young female doctor speak around the 25 minute marker literally gave me chills up my arms

There's a very thin line between bravery and stupidity....

How can a Ukrainian give definitive figures on Russian casualties and yet give the answer "the figures vary widely" for Ukrainian losses?

The days of the tyrants are over. They don't know it yet. Justice is forever. It will come to them. They won't escape what is inevitable. Take care. We all say prayers for all in Ukraine.

the cameras on those drones are phenomenal. modern optics are one of the most terrifying aspects of todays wars. i hope Vadim lives long and his sister grows up safe

Press riding around in vehicles is wild. Especially with all the FPV drone videos out there.

RIP to those who have gave their lives on both sides. At the end of the day a lot of the grunts who pay the price have nothing to do with any of this. So sad

Great job of showing the lives of Ukrainian soldiers and what they have to go through and their families and how they cope.. I opening much respect to Ukraine and their Fighters and their people I hope they get through this. My heart goes out to them.

Huge thank you to the doctors and staff onboard the hospital bus performing vital life saving work for the brave souls on the front facing Russian incoming fire paying the highest price

Thanks for the story, for the true documentary. It's good to know how it really is.

Thank You for your service. Ukraine is fighting for us all . Prayers being sent from Canada 🇨🇦

This made me cry. Those brave men. Slava Ukraine

Ukraine losing their entire next generation... so sad to see all these young people lose their lives... politicians need to try saving their citizens and here it seems to be the opposite.. negotiate and stop the conflict.

“Actions are needed. Words matter but Actions are needed in order to save Ukraine, and actually in order to save an entire civilization, mainly the Western civilization; the Free World. We have to frame this war [Russia-Ukraine war] in that context. This war is Not just a war between Ukraine and Russia. This is the war that criminal Putin waged against Nato; the Western civilization, and actually against Humanity.” - Arseniy Yatsenyuk, former PM of Ukraine

What a powerful statement from an 18 year old kid. "Lets just get the fighting done and over with so my sister when shes 70 doesnt have to experience a war."

Thank you for making this.

Best go through story of survival for life admist war

imagine if it was like the old days where kings went and fought with their troops, we would see less wars in the world but unfortunately weapons of mass destruction allow for weak leaders to run countries.

I pray to God for the peace of Ukraine, and its people, soldiers, they are trying to defend themself. Please end this cruel and unnecessary war. 😭

This is shameful. No one should encourage anyone else to throw away their life. And this war and the violent conflict never were reasonable or justified. Nor was the ethnic hatred which was promoted and encouraged, nor was the sale of the Ukrainian lands to WEF corporations. The lives of ordinary and even powerless people are more valuable and more important than the ambitions of malign and greedy sociopaths. Yes, war is indeed tragic, for all those involved, and it's also shameful, because it was planned and pursued rather than avoided. If I may be so bold, I'd like to suggest that the poor, ordinary people, are poor soldiers. Because they our not our best and brightest, most shrewd, cunning, intelligent and successful. And because although they may be easily duped into participating in the conflict, they genuinely lack motivation, due to their inability to properly appreciate the value of being able to establish one's dominion over the people within large territorial areas. And so, because of this, I suggest that only our "elite" should ever be involved in any of the actual physical conflict, and certainly only those whose net assets can be estimated at over $ 10 million USD, and even then, only if they are not personally opposed to the conflict. "Love is wise; hatred is foolish." - Bertrand Russell Cheers, peace, love and God bless

Wars need to stop

The First woman, is actually the bravest person I have seen.

I don`t mind admitting that I cried some. I saw my son in those guys.

& yet again the M.I.C. murders another generation without pause

To be an enemy of America can be dangerous, but to be a friend is fatal Henry Kissinger

Thirty minutes in & I'm struggling to hold back tears.

Wow! Thank you for your work on this. This is the type of discussion that is needed about war. Brave of you to document this. The world needs more of that.

God bless these brave men...for they are only fighting for their land.

The average age of a Ukraine soldier is currently 43 years old. This is really something and speaks volumes about the Ukrainian youth who either don't share their elders' sense of patriotism or they don't rate their chances of survival. Most have skipped the country or using other means to avoid being drafted. Can't say I blame them at this point.

I like how he speaks about how fast everything just happened around him and the memories in his hometown friends and when they find a new spot to hold down it was someone else's home memory's just gone. 😢 I pray that you and your families are safe. And who knows all this fighting and killing will end some day?😞

Thank you for this high quality documentary

That is so sad

War is brutal. Especially a senseless war like this.

Prayers for all the families of both sides that lost their loved ones to political bullshit!!! They themselves should roll up their sleeves and fight their own wars. There is no need for war at this stage in life!! We need to work together and help each other

A lot of lives being lost unnecessarily for what political reasons

RIP Heroes. As a former combat US Marine and legal immigrant to the USA, these boys and girls are fighting for their Freedoms. Someone at the end of the days, pays with their lives so others can enjoy FREEDOM! Slava Ukraine and Its Heroes!!!

Such a great documentary

Very well-made documentary 👏

Great job on this documentary👍👍

How brave of Ukraine Miltary commanders to delegate the job of informing family of KIA to "paramedic". Wonder if the president of Ukraine ever gets in contact with the soldiers families.

So sad to see the sufferings. Beautifully documented

And imagine that ALL of this could have been avoided EASILY. But NATO ofc was not interested in avoiding anything.