As the sun rose over the desolate village of Shcherbinivka, silence enveloped the air. We moved cautiously, our breaths steady, scanning every shadow for hidden threats. The once-bustling homes stood abandoned, remnants of life scattered around. In the damp, dark basements, we sought answers, unearthing remnants of a past conflict. Each creak echoed stories of survival. We felt the weight of our duty; every secured space brought hope for a brighter tomorrow.
