In a Ukrainian POW camp, soldiers born in Ukraine but fighting for Russia reveal a haunting truth: many were recruited from major Russian cities, not just occupied territories. Raised under Russian schools and media, they’ve absorbed narratives that paint Ukraine as hostile, fueling their loyalty to Moscow—even as they grapple with the war’s devastating toll. Some volunteered out of conviction or past grievances, others were coerced under threat of punishment, while cash bonuses tempted still more. Now, Russia faces dwindling volunteers despite hefty recruitment fees, hinting at manpower strain. Meanwhile, these POWs labor—making coffins, Christmas trees—to survive, while Ukraine prioritizes swapping its own fighters home, leaving Ukrainian-born Russian soldiers sidelined and uncertain about their fate.
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