Ukrainian POW reveals torment at hands of Russians

Recent deals with Russia saw the release of 215 Ukrainian prisoners of war.

Speaking to Sky's Sally Lockwood, one former marine tells of being treated 'like an animal' - stripped, beaten, duct-taped, shocked and humiliated while being held captive.

[Rye_]

The Azov soldiers went through hell and they still have a reason to smile. Incredibly impressive, the Ukrainian spirit never ceases to amaze me.

[marvinherrera]

I've been looking for information about this guy ever since his picture in mariupol went viral, I really thought he was not gonna make it out of Russian prison but I'm glad he made it home, thanks for the report.

[wepshead]

These people are the real-life superman. I salute your courage and bravery

[maureenwagg]

My heart goes out to the men in that gulag. I hope they survive as well. Slava Ukraini!

[griffin]

So glad to see him doing better and he has his freedom.. hopefully all his wounds heal. And his mental health is strong. This is what a hero looks like

[josimpson]

I’m glad he made it out alive - but dear God those Russian troops are utterly vile. They have to be amongst the most brutal military on the planet. And they now deserve absolutely everything coming to them.

[Continuouz]

This man went through so much horror, and still manages to smile ❤️ im so glad hes back home, I remember his picture during the Azov siege.

[MikeBenko]

He already looks much better. A guy like him, who can survive all that he survived, will recover if given time and help.

[londoncalling]

This is one tough man, physically and mentally, so happy he made out, hope he gets the best surgery on his arm he deserves it .

[warwickEDF_jets]

We love this man 💪🇺🇦 hope he regains his strength . sending support from Australia 🇦🇺

[BaumerPaulGefreiter]

I am actually delighted by this report! I vividly remember the photo of him from Mariupol and back then I thought he would most probably not make it from the Russian prison. So, seeing him alive and free is much more than what I ever expected. What a legend he is! With love and admiration from the Czech Republic.

[Chulito_con_frito]

Many of the Azov soldiers didn't make it he did but they broke him down in every way possible. I hope he gains weight and his arm is corrected may God bless him and his family.

[sickbuffalo]

The man is a legend hopefully he makes a full recovery.Glory to Ukraine.

[HelenRachael]

I am so glad he has survived; one tough man and yet another sign to Putin that Ukrainians are stronger. I hope he finds some happiness back with his loved ones and I wish him a speedy recovery. I am continually heartbroken and infuriated by Putin’s war but simultaneously humbled and in awe of how brave and resilient the people of Ukraine are. 🇺🇦❤️

[Youtuberfan]

This man is a hero. He should get everything he needs. He fought bravely for the Ukrainian people and for Ukraine. But this is also a good lesson for the Ukrainian army: fight till the end without giving up or surrendering.

[amouryourskin]

What evil people! It sickens me that there are humans walking the earth that find pleasure in torturing people and causing such pain!

[Light-qiol]

it's incredible how normal he appears to be after all he has endured. absolute unbreakable man.

[scottjoseph]

Total respect to these people they are so brave

[Princess]

Michael is an Angel . He deserves assistance from doctors overseas . Hopefully 🙏 American or Israeli surgeons can assist 🙏🙏🙏 they have performed miracles in the past . He also will need lots of rehab and to put on 20-30 kg to get back into a healthy weight range . Thank God he is alive . Slava Ukraiini/ smert vorogam!!!! 🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦

[mikea]

A brave man and a true hero, I wish him and his family and comrades a better future.