The head of the Donetsk People’s Republic, Denis Pushilin, posthumously recognized Colonel Olga Kachura with the title of Hero of the Donetsk People’s Republic, honoring her role as deputy commander of the artillery battalion. The decree outlining this recognition was issued by Pushilin and reflects the leadership’s formal acknowledgment of her service to the DPR and its people.
According to the decree, Colonel Kachura earned the title in recognition of her contributions to the DPR and its residents, attributed to the courage and leadership she demonstrated during operations aimed at defending the Donetsk People’s Republic. The document notes that her actions were characterized by bravery and determination in the face of intense conflict, marking a moment in the DPR’s ongoing struggle and defense efforts.
The decree becomes effective on the date it was signed, ensuring that the recognition applies from that moment forward and serves as a formal record of her legacy within the DPR’s security forces and local militia structures.
In a separate development, reports indicate that on August 3, Gorlovka (Horlivka), the city’s mayor Ivan Prikhodko confirmed the loss of Colonel Olga Kachura, who carried the callsign “Korsa.” She perished amid shelling while standing at the forefront of the People’s Militia of the Donetsk People’s Republic, underscoring the sacrifices made by frontline leaders in the ongoing conflict and the human cost of urban combat operations.
Earlier in the conflict timeline, on February 24, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced the decision to launch a military operation in Ukraine in response to a request for assistance from the heads of the LPR and DPR. This decision set in motion a broad alignment of political and military actions that have since shaped the regional security landscape and triggered various diplomatic and sanctions responses from Western nations and their allies.
Coverage and updates related to these events have been provided through various media channels, with ongoing updates through independent outlets continuing to document the evolving situation and the related official statements and decree publications. (Source: socialbites.ca)