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Former prisoners of Shkval Special Battalion defend Ukraine
The Shkval (Squall) Battalion servicemen are holding rifles during drills in Ukraine, on July 26, 2024. Former prisoners who volunteered to defend Ukraine and were released on parole are making up most of the Shkval Special Assault Battalion of the 57th Otaman Kost Hordiienko Motorized Brigade. Currently, military personnel are undergoing training and acquiring the necessary skills. Many of them already have combat experience. NO USE RUSSIA. NO USE BELARUS. (Photo by Ukrinform/NurPhoto)
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| Photo ID | #11442265 |
|---|---|
| Date Taken | |
| Location | N/A |
| Photographer | Vyacheslav Madiyevskyy/Ukrinform/NurPhoto |
| Category | Unrest, Conflicts and War |
| Copyright | © 2026 NurPhoto - Vyacheslav Madiyevskyy/Ukrinform/NurPhoto |
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