Ukrainian Teenagers War Diary Tells Of Shock And Horror From Besieged Mariupol

Seventeenyearold Denys Kharlashyn lived with his family in Mariupol as Russian forces laid waste to the city. The Ukrainian teenager decided to chronicle his experiences in a diary. As Russian rockets rained down, Kharlashyn said he started his journal so there would be some proof he existed. Originally published at RFE, RL has one of the largest local reporter networks in Ukraine and the region. Check (and bookmark) our regularly updated briefing on the latest situation and outstanding reporting: It includes reporting from frontline positions in Donbas to the vulnerable cities of across the country. We serve as the trusted source of news locally in 23 countries without a free press. For our best reporting, visit or follow us on: Facebook Twitter Instagram , russia, ukraine