Description
Nestled a the forest in Ukraine’s eastern Donetsk region, hidden among the trees, sits an Archer Artillery System. Around it stands a handful of Ukrainian soldiers from the 45th Artillery Brigade waiting for the command to move to the firing position. So far, the call has not come. Seniour sergeant callsign Fidel says they only move when the conditions are just right - they need a confirmed target, exact coordinates, and the correct ammunition. The threat of Russian reconnaissance and a possible strike also weighs heavily into the decision making as artillery is often targeted. The 47-year-old says 'everyone is afraid, but we have no other choice, we have to do our job'. IMAGES AND SOUNDBITES