January 26th 2024.
Oleksii Rudenko, a brave Ukrainian marine, has made an incredible comeback in the world of sports after losing his right leg in a devastating mine blast during a combat mission in the Donbas region. He recently shared his harrowing experience of the incident, which took place just 100 meters away from an enemy sniper.
Oleksii was leading a combat mission against Russian proxy forces in the eastern Donbas region when he was severely injured by an anti-personnel mine. He vividly remembers the moment when he was thrown into the air amidst a cloud of smoke and dust, and how he shouted to his comrades to cover the exit while ignoring his own injury.
Despite the trauma and injuries, Oleksii continues to serve his country with great determination and resilience. He is currently training elite Ukrainian troops and is even preparing to participate in the TCS London Marathon. This is truly remarkable, considering the challenges he has faced and overcome.
Oleksii's mission that fateful day was to defuse mines set by enemy snipers near the city of Horlivka in Donetsk. However, they soon became the targets of the snipers themselves and were forced to take action. This led to a dangerous five-kilometer journey through a swamp and forest laden with mines. It was a treacherous route, but Oleksii, as a leader, took the lead and bravely led his team.
However, during the mission, Oleksii unknowingly stepped on a Soviet-designed mine, known as the "black widow" due to its dark casing. He immediately felt the excruciating pain and knew that his leg was gone. But in the midst of chaos and danger, he remained calm and assessed his wound. He asked his comrades to throw him a tourniquet to stop the bleeding and continued to give orders to ensure the safety of his team.
Despite being just 100 meters away from the enemy, Oleksii refused to give up. He crawled back to safety and ordered his team to call for an evacuation vehicle. It was a shame that they couldn't capture the enemy sniper, but Oleksii's comrades later informed him that they had successfully taken him down.
After the incident, Oleksii underwent nine surgeries and even requested the doctor to amputate his leg higher so he could wear a running prosthesis. He spent four months in a rehabilitation center and faced challenges, such as breaking his prosthesis while exercising. However, he never gave up and continued to push himself, thanks to the support of his colleagues and the military academy that shaped him into a strong and resilient warrior.
Oleksii's determination and courage have not gone unnoticed. He has been decorated with honors for his service with the Armed Forces of Ukraine. He now serves as an instructor at an Airborne Assault Forces and Marine Corps faculty and is preparing to run his first marathon using a sports prosthesis.
He is participating in the marathon to raise funds for his comrades who have also needed amputations, and to support the Ukrainian people affected by the ongoing war. His fiancée, Zoryana, who is also a military officer, is serving in the Kherson region, where battles continue to rage on.
Oleksii wants the world to see the strength and courage of the Ukrainian people and hopes that others will lend a helping hand to his country. He and his fellow comrades are raising funds for the London-based charity, British-Ukrainian Aid, which provides crucial medical assistance and support to those affected by the war in Ukraine.
Oleksii's story is one of bravery, resilience, and determination. He continues to serve his country with unwavering courage and is an inspiration to all those around him. He truly embodies the spirit and strength of the Ukrainian people, and we should all support him in his mission.
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