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The Wider Image: War-scarred neighbourhoods in rebel-held Donetsk
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The Wider Image: War-scarred neighbourhoods in rebel-held Donetsk
A vehicle damaged by shrapnel and an explosive wave, sits abandoned in the Oktyabrsky district in Donetsk, Ukraine, November 1, 2017. REUTERS/Alexander Ermochenko SEARCH " ERMOCHENKO DAMAGE" FOR THIS STORY. SEARCH " WIDER IMAGE" FOR ALL STORIES. TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY
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This powerful print captures the haunting aftermath of war in rebel-held Donetsk, Ukraine. The image showcases a vehicle that has been left abandoned in the Oktyabrsky district, bearing the scars of shrapnel and an explosive wave. Taken on November 1,2017, by photographer Alexander Ermochenko for Reuters Images' "The Wider Image" series, this photograph serves as a stark reminder of the devastating impact armed conflict can have on innocent neighborhoods. The damaged vehicle stands amidst a desolate landscape covered with overgrown grass. Bullet holes mar its exterior, telling a story of violence and destruction. The surrounding urban cityscape reveals buildings that have also fallen victim to this brutal conflict. Ermochenko's creative use of composition draws attention to both the wreckage and the vastness of the sky above. This juxtaposition highlights not only the physical damage caused but also creates an ominous atmosphere that reflects the dangerous conditions faced by those living in these war-scarred neighborhoods. In capturing this scene devoid of people, Ermochenko emphasizes how war can displace communities and leave once-thriving areas abandoned and destroyed. This photograph is a chilling testament to resilience amid tragedy and serves as a call for peace amidst ongoing conflicts worldwide.
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