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The defenders of Donetsk Airport, famously known as "cyborgs," have etched a narrative of resilience and unyielding spirit into the history of modern Ukraine. The airport's siege, which lasted 242 days, highlighted the Ukrainian combatants' steadfastness, earning them a place in national lore. The term cyborg reflects not just the surreal endurance of these defenders but also the far-reaching impact of their stand, which became a symbol of resistance against aggression. Commemorative events, such as the annual Day of Remembrance, coupled with renewed attention through media like the box-office success 'The Cyborgs', keep their memory vivid in the public consciousness. This tag collates detailed accounts, memorial activities, and the ongoing influence of the Donetsk Airport defenders on Ukraine's national identity and the collective memory of its citizens. In keeping their stories alive, Ukraine reaffirms its commitment to honoring those who have sacrificed everything for their homeland's sovereignty.
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On May 26, 204, Vostok Battalion militants shot dead FSB Iskra unit in Donetsk airport, - a story told by its participant On May 26, 204, Vostok Battalion militants shot dead FSB Iskra unit in Donetsk airport, - a story told by its participant As years pass, Russian mercenaries start publishing their memoirs of the beginning of the Donbas war. Their stories show how Russia initiated the fighting against Ukraine. One of the most vivid events in early months if the war was the elimination of Iskra special unit of FSB, which unit attempted to seize the Donetsk airport and disarm Ukrainian units in the old terminal. 314 265 136

Chronicle of Defense of Donetsk airport new terminal on Jan. 13-21, 2015 Chronicle of Defense of Donetsk airport new terminal on Jan. 13-21, 2015 Jan. 21, 2015 was the last day of defense for the new terminal in the Donetsk international airport, often referred to as DAP. 59 530 43 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Jan. 18, 2015. Lieutenant Ivan Zhdan and Sergeant-Major Anatolii Skrytskyi destroyed four tanks and Putylivskyi bridge in Donetsk Jan. 18, 2015. Lieutenant Ivan Zhdan and Sergeant-Major Anatolii Skrytskyi destroyed four tanks and Putylivskyi bridge in Donetsk On Jan. 18 one of the most vivid events in the battles for the Donetsk airport took place: Ukrainian tankmen assaulted the enemy in Spartak village and conducted one of the most audacious and effective tank battles in the Russian-Ukrainian war. 117 347 89 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Truth and lies about Donetsk airport battles: analysis of interview by Chief of Staff Viktor Muzhenko Truth and lies about Donetsk airport battles: analysis of interview by Chief of Staff Viktor Muzhenko On the eve of the anniversary of the battle at the Donetsk airport in January 2015, the heroic defense of the new terminal, the death of many of its defenders, Chief of Staff Viktor Muzhenko gave an interview about these events to Ukrainska Pravda. Muzhenko is one of the main defendants in the Main Military Prosecutor's Office’s investigation into the death of Ukrainian soldiers and the loss of military equipment during the winter battle in 2015 near Donetsk and Debaltseve. The General Staff is trying to build a line of public protection. And pass his incompetence and large meaningless losses for a normal state of affairs. 78 037 179

Denys "Klishch", gunfire spotter: "I was inside the watchtower when it crashed down, but the headquarters considers me a deserter" Denys "Klishch", gunfire spotter: "I was inside the watchtower when it crashed down, but the headquarters considers me a deserter" On weekends, the enemy arranged a sort of 'safari tour' to entertain their visitors from Russia to shoot at us. They just paid money to the ‘DPR’ separatists, or brought some humanitarian aid in exchange for permission to "shoot Ukrainians.” However, there were some losers among them who remained there forever because they thought we were poor fighters. 188 273 127 Previously in trend: Fighting for the Donetsk airport