British parents pleaded with their son not to go fight in Ukraine before he tragically died.

Callum Tindal-Draper, a 22-year-old from Gunnislake, Cornwall, has tragically lost his life while serving in Ukraine. His family is devastated by the news and has paid tribute to their brave son who volunteered to fight against Russia's invasion of the country in 2022.

In an emotional interview with the BBC, Callum's father, Steven Draper, shared that he had begged his son not to go to Ukraine. But Callum, who was not afraid of bullies, was determined to stand up for the people suffering in the war-torn country. "Dad, what's happening in Ukraine is awful, and someone needs to do something about it," he told his father.

Callum's mother, Caroline Tindal, also spoke about her son's transformation since he went to Ukraine in September. She said that when she visited him, he seemed to have found his true calling. "He told me that coming here was the best thing that ever happened to him," she said. "He found who he was meant to be, and he lived it."

The war in Ukraine has been going on for three years now, and there seems to be no end in sight. Despite this, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has vowed to continue fighting. This morning, the UK's Chief of Defence Staff, Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, pledged to support Ukraine and let them determine the end of the war.

Sir Tony also commented on US President Donald Trump's suggestion of a deal between Ukraine and Russia, saying it would be wrong to speculate on how US policy might change. He emphasized the high cost of the war for Russia, both in terms of lives lost and economic impact. He also stated that Russia's goals of a smaller NATO and subjugating Ukraine were unattainable.

In a Facebook post, Ms. Tindal shared her grief and pride for her son, writing, "You fought until you could no longer hold them off. You are a hero, and as brave as they come." She also asked Callum to rest in peace and watch over those who have passed.

Callum was a former student of Duchy College, where he was a model student with a strong moral compass. The college's Military and Protective Services Academy paid tribute to him, saying he was passionate, articulate, and well-respected by his peers. He was also proud of his family's history of service and played a significant role in collecting humanitarian aid for civilians affected by the war in Ukraine.

After finishing his studies, Callum worked for the NHS before traveling to Ukraine to volunteer. The FCDO has confirmed the death of a British national in Ukraine and offered assistance to the family. Callum's bravery and sacrifice will never be forgotten, and he will be deeply missed by his loved ones.

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