Ah, christmas – the season of joy, peace, and goodwill to all. Unless, of course, you're in Ukraine, where the holiday spirit is being delivered by the Russian military in the form of missiles and airstrikes. Nothing says "Merry Christmas" quite like the deafening roar of explosions and the sight of cities being reduced to rubble, does it?
"While other countries of the world are celebrating christmas, Ukrainians are continuing to suffer from endless Russian attacks," wrote Ukraine’s human rights ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets on Telegram. And isn’t that just heartwarming? Nothing says "holiday tradition" like dodging shrapnel and huddling in basements while the world sings carols.
The attacks reportedly targeted key cities, ensuring that families spent their christmas Eve without power, warmth, or even basic safety. Russia, ever the thoughtful neighbor, ensured that Ukraine’s holiday lights were replaced by the fiery glow of destruction. Forget Santa – the skies are lit up by something far more “spectacular.”
International outcry? Oh, it’s there, buried somewhere under headlines about cozy fireplaces and festive recipes. But, hey, what’s a little ongoing war when there’s eggnog to sip and presents to open?
So, as the rest of the world unwraps gifts and stuffs itself with turkey, let’s spare a thought – or maybe a missile defense system – for the Ukrainians who are spending this “most wonderful time of the year” in bomb shelters. It seems the spirit of giving has taken on a disturbingly literal meaning for some.
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