As explosions rocked Kyiv early Friday, Nadiia Chakrygina described the fear and anger of living under constant threat, as she and her three children sought shelter. The attack resulted in at least four deaths and numerous injuries, prompting President Zelenskyy to condemn it as a “wicked attack.” Amid ongoing conflict and stalled peace negotiations, Ukrainians grapple with daily strikes and a recent corruption scandal involving the energy sector. Despite the despair, Chakrygina holds onto hope for peace.





