Il sole sta sorgendo su Kiev il 1159 ° giorno dell’invasione su vasta scala. Zona di esclusione di chornoby durante la guerra.

Once known primarily as the site of a nuclear disaster of 26 April, 1986, the Chornobyl Zone is now also a frontline of Ukraine’s defense.

Russian troops invaded this area in the early days of the full-scale war, crossing the border from Belarus. Since then, Ukrainian soldiers have been stationed here to prevent another attack through the north — a constant and very real threat.

These photos were taken during a rare visit to this restricted area. They show how Ukrainian defenders from the 78th Air Assault Regiment of the Ukrainian Armed Forces live and serve in one of the world’s most haunting places.

Photos taken for [Kyiv Independent](https://www.instagram.com/kyivindependent_official/?hl=en) by [@karina.piliuhina](https://www.instagram.com/karina.piliuhina/?hl=en), Ukrainer producer and journalist.

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