Anastasiia’s husband was wounded in June 2024, during an attempt to evacuate his parents from the frontline city of Toretsk. Oleksandr was seriously injured. It happened during the repeated shelling of the city by russians. Anastasiia was in a shelter at the time, waiting for the alarm to end, and only later learned about her beloved’s condition.

The man underwent surgery in Pokrovsk hospital. At first, the doctors were not sure they could save his leg. But Anastasiia never lost hope! She found doctors who were ready to undertake a complex operation. She felt that this was her chance and trusted the young doctor who gave her hope. At Kamianske Hospital, Oleksandr underwent several operations, during which a plate was implanted in his leg.

Anastasiia turned to the Rinat Akhmetov Foundation for help. The charitable organisation financed expensive materials for the operation. This support has become a real salvation for them in difficult times. The family remains optimistic despite all the difficulties. Anastasiia believes that her husband will be able to walk without crutches.