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202625 minPG-13current-affairs

Ukraine: Surviving Underground

202625 minPG-13current-affairs

In Ukraine, civilians adapt to life underground in metro stations and basements as they cope with ongoing air raids and drone strikes from Russia.

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Channel: ARTE.tv Documentary

Ukraine: Surviving Underground

2026• 25 minPG-13

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In Ukraine, civilians adapt to life underground in metro stations and basements as they cope with ongoing air raids and drone strikes from Russia.

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In Ukraine, the ongoing conflict with Russia has forced civilians to adapt to life in underground shelters, such as metro stations and basements, as air raids and drone strikes become a daily reality. Over four years of war, Ukrainians have developed coping mechanisms to navigate the challenges of living beneath the surface. This documentary examines the resilience and resourcefulness of those who have made the underground their home, highlighting personal stories and the impact of prolonged conflict on daily life in cities like Kyiv and Kharkiv.

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