Captured Ukrainian-born soldiers tell BBC why they fought for Russia
Men born in Ukraine who fought for Russia are tried for treason, but at a prisoner of war camp in western Ukraine, many believe they were defending their homeland.
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"I don't regret my choice. I went to defend my land."
— Anton , Other
"We have our own grudges."
— Artyom , Other
"I consider myself Russian. A country means nothing, it's all about nationality."
— Anton , Other
"It's a shame that people died, especially those who are innocent."
— Anton , Other
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Men born in Ukraine who fought for Russia are tried for treason, but at a prisoner of war camp in western Ukraine, many believe they were defending their homeland.
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