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russia has done a very unfair thing to Ukraine. Just watching what is happening here seemed wrong to me. I am only 21 years old, but I decided that I could come and help the Ukrainians in their fight.

At the beginning of the full-scale russian invasion, many believed that Russia would win in a few days. The Ukrainians have been protesting against it for four years now. The russian offensive in 2025 has slowed down a lot. Now they have managed to seize less territory than at any time since the start of the full-scale war.

I think that the Ukrainian people have a strong fighting spirit. Ukrainians are strong people. They are ready to continue the fight and will not give up. I know this for sure.

Ukraine is a very beautiful country. When I first came here, it snowed and everything was white. Then I was in positions for a month and when I came back, everything was already green. I have never seen such a green country.

The people here surprised me very pleasantly. Because I had heard a lot before that people in Eastern Europe were mean. But no, the people here are very kind.

I had very good military training in the International Legion. I would advise you to do it. Don't come here alone, come with a friend. I think it will be easier for you to adapt to military service if you come with people you know. Everything works better in a group.

So, if you are planning to join the Ukrainian army, just click on the link in the description. It will take you where you need to go.

Glory to Ukraine!

In the Ukrainian army, I am a drone operator. One of my friends came here earlier and fought in the Pokrovsk area in Donbas region. Thanks to him, I independently filed documents to come as a volunteer. In Colombia, I completed my military service and became a professional soldier. But the war here is very different from the one we saw in Colombia.

The Ukrainian army is very professional in terms of military tactics. The military training here is very high-quality. I was trained in urban and trench warfare. You don't fight blindly - you are given clear instructions, and based on them you do your job perfectly. They also teach first aid here well. The first-aid kits are very well-equipped. They have everything you need to help a wounded comrade so that he doesn't die from his wounds.

All the equipment and weapons we received here are new. Everything related to supplies and food is at a very high level. Food is not delivered to the frontline like in Colombia, where you have to carry it yourself. Here, the food is delivered directly to the positions. You cook the food you want, there is no problem with that.

In this war, you can see things that you don’t see anywhere else. The training they give here perfectly complements your existing knowledge. I have experience in counter-guerrilla warfare, but here they teach you to work with technologies that you won’t see in other countries. In Colombia, drones are used only for civilian purposes — photography, topography. But here their application is completely different. I learned a lot of things that were impossible to learn in Colombia. I fly Mavic and FPV drones. I like FPV more because you control them through goggles — it’s more convenient than looking at the screen like in Mavic. FPVs are very fast: reconnaissance ones fly up to 120 km/h, and with explosives — about 60–70 km/h, which is also very fast. FPV drones provide much more effective support for infantry than Mavic, which is used more for reconnaissance. When infantry sees drones nearby, it is very encouraging. They know that they are cared for and will be supported at a critical moment. This inspires trust among soldiers, especially foreigners, because this war is very different from what we have known so far. Drones not only strike or transmit coordinates to artillery, but also deliver water or food to positions, and this is very important.

My advice to those who want to come here: this should be a personal and very considered decision. After all, war here is very difficult. I would recommend it to those who have a military vocation, but were not able to realize it before. Because if you are soldier at heart, you will always want to fight and protect others. I came voluntarily and I recommend it. You will be welcome here. There is a place for everyone.

Ukrainians are very good people and soldiers. Our commander Yura is very dedicated to the cause. He regularly visits dangerous positions, constantly checks the condition of drones. He takes care of every soldier in his company. He is a very serious, responsible commander - I am pleased to serve with him.

We will preserve the knowledge gained during military service in Ukraine and use it in the future. But for now, I want to serve here until victory.

Welcome to Ukraine!

Glory to Ukraine!

I came here to support Ukraine because it deserves it. This is a free country. And I feel that this country has always deserved freedom — for the sake of its children, for the sake of the kindness of these people who sincerely accept and appreciate you. For me, it is a pride — that Ukrainians are sincerely grateful to me for coming to help their country.

I am also here because I like serving in the army. The Ukrainian army is very powerful and technologically advanced. There is everything here that unites forces and inspires hearts: strength, unity, energy. And this is what I like.

I advise those who want to come to Ukraine to come prepared psychologically and physically, because this is a real war. You should not come here if you want to play around. You also have to be very disciplined, because a lot depends on discipline, especially on the battlefield.

During my time here, I had the opportunity to serve with Argentines, Brazilians, Peruvians, Americans. I have good relations with all of them, but I especially became friends with the Peruvians. It is nice to serve with people who truly support each other as friends. Our unity with the Ukrainian military gives us the strength that moves us forward.

Glory to Ukraine!

I came here because I felt a desire in my heart to support Ukraine. I wanted to do the right thing — to support a country that was attacked by an aggressor. Those who support Russia — support an unjust and aggressive war. The aggressor always remains the aggressor.

I believe that Ukraine won this war from the very beginning. It was primarily a moral victory, because Ukraine defended itself and was not the aggressor.

Instead, Russia is an aggressor state that attacked, counting on the fact that Ukraine is smaller and does not have enough strength to defend itself. In Russia, they thought that in less than a month they would take control of Ukraine. But this did not happen. Instead, the Russians had to turn to other states for help, in particular North Korea, which provided the Russians with weapons and even its troops. But even despite this, Russia has not been able to break the Ukrainian resistance for more than three years.

Given all this, I believe that Russia was doomed to defeat from the moment it started this war of aggression.

Russia does not comply with international humanitarian law, because it attacks civilians and civilian infrastructure. Ukraine, on the other hand, complies with the rules of war. It respects the lives of prisoners of war, regardless of whether they are Russian or foreign. Unlike Russia, which does not.

From the news I realized that Russia had attacked Ukraine and the war had started. And soon my friend, with whom I worked in Colombia, ended up in Ukraine and interested me in this topic. He told me how to get here and everything else. I flew from Bogota to Paris, from there to Warsaw, and there I took a bus and came to Ukraine, to the recruiting center.

In Colombia I was a professional soldier, having served for almost 11 years. But after signing the contract in Ukraine, I was given a certain period of training, during which they emphasize tactical medicine the most, in order to help a comrade or myself on the battlefield. I also received everything I needed for protection. The supply is very good. They give you absolutely everything and it is very high quality. That is, you don't have to buy anything extra. And the food is also very good. The attitude of Ukrainian soldiers towards foreigners is also very good, the officers are polite.

I would advise those foreigners who want to join the Armed Forces of Ukraine to prepare themselves morally, psychologically and physically for the fact that there is actually a war going on here. This is not a game, this is not a walk. So, if you are thinking of coming, be prepared that it may not be easy. The enemy attacks with artillery, drones, missiles. You also need to be prepared for the fact that at first it may be difficult to communicate with the locals, because the Ukrainian language is quite difficult. The food here is also different, you need to get used to it. Another thing is the weather, because the local winter is quite harsh. But in winter they give you a winter set of clothes, which is very good.

I believe that Ukraine will win, because it did not attack Russia, which is an aggressor country. Russia commits crimes, kills civilians, and I am categorically against this. I also say that Ukraine win the war because it is a very beautiful country and simply deserves to win the war.

I am the commander of the assault group of the 23rd separate battalion. After learning about how to become part of the Ukrainian army online, a group of friends and I received additional information by e-mail and came here.

I was born in Peru, but for the last 12 years I have lived in Spain. I served in the Peruvian army and the US Marine Corps, and I have been to Iraq and Afghanistan. I have 25 years of military experience in different countries and situations. I left home early and have experience traveling to different regions, so I easily adapt to new places.

Here, in Ukraine, I am getting a “military master’s degree” — that is, a much higher level. This is a high-tech war, which significantly expands combat experience. We are participating in a war that will be included in history textbooks. Here, the most modern war is with drones and technological weapons. And we have the appropriate weapons and high-quality equipment. We have winter and summer clothes, but the main thing is safety: helmets, bulletproof vests, ammunition - everything is of the highest level.

We leave our homes, families to help Ukraine - and Ukrainians appreciate it. Their gratitude is incredible. You come to defend a country that was unfairly attacked. It is priceless.

For those who want to go, I have two pieces of advice. The first is honesty with yourself. I always tell my brothers: be honest with yourself. If you are able to spit in the face of death - then come. Next - honesty with your family. If you have fulfilled these two conditions - welcome. We need you here.

Ukraine will win this war thanks to the courageous hearts of Ukrainians. You can train the body and mind, but it is impossible to train the patriotism and heart of someone who defends his home, his family. A Ukrainian soldier in a trench thinks about his wife, children, parents... And no one will stand before this force. Therefore, Ukraine will win.

Glory to Ukraine!

I came to fight for Ukraine to protect the Ukrainian people. The Russian invasion was aimed at taking away Ukrainians' freedom. I don't want other countries to have the same experience that Ukraine is having now.

My first military mission here was in the battles for the city of Bakhmut. After that, I fought in the Kherson region and near Pokrovsk.

From the very beginning, I said and I say now that Russia will definitely lose. It will already lose. Because it invaded a country that has state sovereignty and an amazing freedom-loving people. I believe that Ukraine, despite the fact that it is not as big a country as Russia, will stand its ground. We, because I am part of this, have been fighting against Russian aggression for the third year, holding the front line.

Russia is losing because it is committing blatant, unprovoked aggression, because it openly wants to deprive Ukrainians of their freedom. It has no right to do this. They attack civilian areas, kill civilians in their homes and public places.

For me, Ukraine is already a winner in this war. Because Ukraine is defending its sovereignty and its territories, Ukrainians are defending their right to independently determine the fate of their state.

The Ukrainian people are a little different from the Brazilian people. Despite the fact that Brazil is more cheerful, the Ukrainian people are more focused on friendship, on sincerity in relationships. If a Ukrainian loves you, he likes you - he will do everything best for you. Here, people thank you simply when you walk down the street. Someone will always thank you for defending their country. Ukrainians are a very patriotic people.

What impresses me most is the development that the Ukrainian army undergoes during the war. It finds effective means of counteraction, thanks to which it successfully resists the Russian invasion. Here I primarily mean technological means. I think Ukraine is doing very well, and after the war Ukraine will play an important role in the development of Eastern Europe.

From my own experience I want to say to Brazilian and generally South American volunteers who want to join the Armed Forces of Ukraine. You must understand well what you are going for. You must be physically and psychologically prepared. Do not think that the war here is something frivolous or something temporary. No! Combat operations are a harsh reality. And you must be ready for it.

I served in the Colombian armed forces for eight years, performing various tasks in different regions of my country. And I came to Ukraine with military comrades who had already taken up the defense of Ukraine against Russian aggression. They explained to me the best way to get to Ukraine and how to be accepted into the Ukrainian military service. After that, I went from Colombia to Spain, then to Poland, and from there to Ukraine.

You only need to take the most necessary things with you on the road. After all, when you arrive at the military unit, they will give you everything you need. My equipment consisted of various elements, all new and of the highest quality, the weapons are very good. In general, the Ukrainian army has a lot of different weapons, which are mostly modern. Military training is also at a high level. The information I received in the field of communications  and  first aid was especially useful to me. Everything was explained very well.

I gained a lot of new experiences during the approximately 20 months I was here. Every day something completely new happened. I had to adapt to the environment, but there was always an opportunity to understand each other and remain myself.

In my free time, I first of all call my family to talk. In addition, I am studying Ukrainian. Here in Ukraine, when we don't know Ukrainian, we most often use English or Spanish or sign language, but I have already learned some Ukrainian words and can communicate.

Every person who decides to join the Ukrainian Defense Forces must be clearly aware that from the moment they decide to go to war, they must be physically and psychologically prepared for very different situations that they may encounter.

Previously, I was a professional soldier for 10 years, serving in the Peruvian Marine Corps. I was the commander of a unit in which I maintained discipline and order. When I learned about Russia’s aggression against Ukraine, I soon decided to go to Ukraine.

The Ukrainian army has very effective military training. I must say that war has changed a lot. War used to be different from what it is now. Even during training, we immediately saw how much has changed.

The attitude of Ukrainian officers and soldiers is very good. Although we do not speak the same language, we understand each other. After all, now there are many opportunities to understand each other. But we learn Ukrainian whenever possible. I want to say that on the other side of the world, very far from home, we have found true friendship and fighting brotherhood with the Ukrainian military.

You can come to Ukraine to help the Ukrainian people repel aggression and free themselves from Russia. So that peace reigns here. In particular, I invite you to my 21st Mechanized Brigade.

I have been in Ukraine for three years. I am currently serving in the 25th Separate Airborne Assault Brigade as a tactical medicine instructor, and previously I was an FPV drone operator and an anti-tank systems operator.

I learned about the opportunity to join the Ukrainian army in 2022 — I saw a post on Twitter about the creation of the International Legion. In 2023, I underwent infantry training in the 2nd International Legion, as well as specialized training as an anti-tank systems operator — this was my main specialization. We had very good instructors. Later, I transferred to the 80th Airborne Assault Brigade, where I underwent training as an FPV drone operator.

Now my brigade has very good combat training. You also need to be mentally prepared. You need endurance and understanding of where you are going. After all, this is war. Psychological resilience must be high in order to remain strong and decisive in combat positions.

I have very good relations with my colleagues - with brothers-in-arms and with friends. I also communicate well with Ukrainian officers. They have come a long way in terms of integrating foreigners into the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The officers treat you as an equal, and it is simply fantastic.

In my free time, I like to play computer games, and most of all, when I have the opportunity, I like to travel around Ukraine. It is a very beautiful country. I am studying Ukrainian and already speak it quite well. Of the dishes of Ukrainian cuisine, I really like borscht with sour cream. The perfect combination is borscht, sour cream and lard. I also really like dumplings with meat and sour cream. This delicacy is one of my most favorite dishes.

A volunteer from Brazil, with the call sign "Cattarin," shares his recommendations, story, and experience gained during his service in the Ukrainian Defense Forces:

I learned about the aggression Russia is carrying out against Ukraine through Instagram. The information moved me deeply. I began researching the topic and saw that there was an opportunity to come here and serve in the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

In Brazil, I worked in various fields, but I never had any military experience. The only experience I had was in sport shooting. It was excellent, very good training, with a wide selection of weapons.

Military training in Ukraine is also very good, with good relationships and a great attitude. It's truly an invaluable experience.

I recommend taking only the essentials on your trip: three changes of clothes, three shirts, two pairs of pants, three pairs of underwear, three pairs of socks, and a power bank so that if your phone runs out of battery, you can charge it.

In my free time, I study, learn English, and have started learning Ukrainian. So far, I can use basic phrases like: "Thank you," "Please," and "Glory to Ukraine."

- I learned about the war in Ukraine through the news, just when the full-scale Russian invasion began. Then the President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky appealed to foreigners to join the defense of Ukraine, I knew: this is my moment. One of my acquaintances was already part of the International Legion of the Ukrainian Defense Forces and it was he who told me more about this opportunity.

I was impressed by the high level of training, especially medical, it significantly exceeded my expectations. Another strong impression was the tactical training. The Ukrainian military skillfully combined NATO standards with adaptation to the realities of the front, effectively leaving behind outdated Soviet tactics. It was very interesting and useful to learn new approaches that I did not know before.

Psychological readiness and physical fitness are key. This is not a game. This is a war where every mistake can cost a life. But I was mentally prepared and knew why I was going. The International Legion provides everything I need - from socks to winter and summer equipment, from thermal underwear to "armor", everything is given out immediately upon arrival. I arrived with my own equipment, but in fact it was not needed - everything was already waiting here.

I worked in intelligence, on the front line, in fire support. The Ukrainian military are professionals who always lend a shoulder. I am still in touch with many of them.

If you are thinking of joining - do it with a sincere heart and with the realization that this is a real war for freedom, there will always be a place for you here.

Glory to Ukraine!