Ukraine has returned five children aged 1.5 to 18 from the Russian occupation. Among those rescued is the 15-year-old daughter of a Ukrainian servicewoman.
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- Ukraine has carried out a successful operation to return five children aged 1.5 to 18 from the occupied Russian territories.
- One of those rescued is the 15-year-old daughter of a Ukrainian servicewoman who was recently released from Russian captivity.
- The returned children had different stories, including studying in a Ukrainian online school and seeking help to escape the occupation.
- Each return is a complex operation that requires the joint work of many structures, and gratitude to the Ombudsman's Office is invaluable for organizing the rescue mission.
- The documentary "Marred Childhood" tells the story of the abduction of Ukrainian children by the Russian occupation, showcasing real stories and challenges faced by children and their families in the conflict between the countries.
Ukraine returns five more children from TOT
As noted, among those rescued is the 15-year-old daughter of a Ukrainian servicewoman who was recently released from Russian captivity.
While her mother was in captivity, her family was forced to hide their plans to leave so as not to harm her.

An 8-year-old boy was also returned, who, despite the occupiers' ban, had been studying in a Ukrainian online school all the time. In addition, a 17-year-old young man with a clear pro-Ukrainian position sought help to escape the occupation. He had already come of age at home, on his native land.
"Each return is a complex operation that requires the coordinated work of many structures. Special thanks to the team of the Ombudsman's Office for organizing the rescue mission and ensuring the safe return of our children," the message says.
What is important to know about the abduction of Ukrainian children by Russia
The Online.UA documentary "Damaged Childhood" tells the story of the abduction of Ukrainian children by Russia from the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine. It was filmed in 2023, but it still does not lose its relevance.
The films contain real stories of children and their families who have suffered from Russia's war against Ukraine, as well as comments from leading scientists, psychologists, lawyers, and experts in the protection of children's rights.
The film's heroes went through Russian captivity, torture, abduction to a health camp, and some were separated from their parents during so-called filtration measures.