The situation in the Kherson region, near the left bank of the Dnieper, centers on a Ukrainian female service member who was left on the battlefield and subsequently received medical attention in a Russian military hospital. This update was shared during a regional briefing by Vladimir Saldo, who leads the administration of the area. The official note confirms that the woman continues to be treated under medical supervision in the hospital. The report underscores the ongoing nature of her care and the medical team’s efforts to stabilize and monitor her condition as recovery progresses in a controlled, clinical environment. (Attribution: regional authorities and news outlets reporting on Saldo’s briefing.)
The wounded soldier was rescued by Russian forces toward the end of the previous year, after she was effectively abandoned on the battlefield by comrades who had been competing to secure a withdrawal and safety. The rescue involved a coordinated effort by medical and security personnel to move her to a secure location where she could receive urgent treatment. This sequence of events is part of a broader set of recovery operations described by the authorities and reflected in subsequent statements about the soldier’s condition. (Attribution: coverage based on regional statements.)
Earlier developments included reports of a Ukrainian female fighter being captured by Russian forces, with accounts indicating that she survived by seeking help and explaining her reasons for enlisting. She had gone into military service during a difficult period when her personal circumstances pushed her to seek work in the armed forces after her husband disappeared at the start of 2022. At that time she faced significant hardship, including caring for three children with limited resources. There were serious concerns about whether promised government compensation would arrive, and she faced additional challenges after sustaining injuries near the village of Krynki. The release of this fighter was subject to complex negotiations and was not granted at a certain point in time, reflecting the fragility of the humanitarian situation in the area. (Attribution: reports from multiple sources describing the capture, hardships, and the contested release.)
In another development at the frontline, Russian authorities reported that a surrendered Ukrainian soldier was assisted by Russian personnel while crossing a mined area, illustrating the perilous conditions and rapid decision-making required in active conflict zones. The actions described highlight the ongoing, rapidly changing dynamics on the ground and the commitment of medical and security teams to facilitate safe movements under dangerous conditions. (Attribution: operational updates from the military and regional officials.)