Meet 'Witch': The Fearless Mortar Commander Leading Ukraine's Defense

In this exclusive report, we dive deep into the frontline of the conflict in Ukraine's Donbas region, featuring the fearless platoon commander known by the call-sign ‘Witch’ who orchestrates mortar strikes with precision and tact. As a part of the 241st Territorial Defense Brigade, Witch's unique expertise and audacious spirit serve as the backbone for her infantry.
Scripps News' international correspondent, Jason Bellini, takes us into Witch's battlefield bunker, where we witness the relentless drive of this lawyer-turned-warrior to protect her homeland, despite the overwhelming odds. As she navigates Ukraine’s counteroffensive and directs walls of fire against the enemy forces, Witch's story echoes the resilience of the Ukrainian people.
As Witch outlines the tactical intricacies of fighting on foot in a landscape dominated by Russian minefields and artillery traps, we gain valuable insights into the difficulties faced by Ukraine's infantry in their bid to push forward.
Join us as we journey into a rarely seen perspective on the ground in Bakhmut, Ukraine, shedding light on the harsh realities of modern warfare.
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Twitter: @TDF_UA
/ 241obrtro - Facebook page of the brigade
/ beiview - WITCH Instagram account
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[@scrippsnews]

If you could ask 'Witch' one question, what would it be?

[@Nubbe999]

I just wish her and all others working towards a free Ukraine and Europe in peace the best and I hope peace comes soon.

[@muz4030]

Will you marry me?

[@TroIIingThemSoftly]

What items need donated the most?

[@speedtrap420]

How is Sheva?

[@jaymac7203]

You mean which question would you ask?

[@susantaylor3472]

Witch is brilliant. One of Ukraines Heroes. Slava Ukraine.

[@dpelpal]

Those Ukrainians have sure put the smack down on russia. They made russia look like a total joke lol.

[@TankswillRule]

@@dpelpalts almost like having a badass Comedian as a leader turns the enemy into his joke. Cheers for Zelenskyy!

[@Madej16x]

@@TankswillRule Based, to the last Ukrainian

[@user-pe3ld2is2o]

Smells like the ghost of Kiev reincarnated.

[@huskywr240]

@@dpelpal Yes, yes, continue to dream and believe the false propaganda, things are very bad for the Ukrainians and they are short of soldiers rather than ammunition, while Russia advances, you have deluded the Ukrainians that they can win and not surrender and they you have sent to the massacre

[@ragnar010162]

Warrior queen, warrior mother, warrior patriot for Ukraine. Slava Ukraine!

[@dpelpal]

A bunch of Ukrainian farmers has now destroyed 60% of the russian military and forced russia to mobilize. Just awesome. Slava Ukraine!

[@vijaym2823]

More like chyna 😂😂😂

[@dpelpal]

@@vijaym2823 China is now russia's new master 🤣🤣

[@DownUnderDigitals]

@@vijaym2823 Your pea-sized Orc 'brain' is showing!

[@rickarnold6704]

​@dpelpal Haha you couldn't be more wrong. China would stomp ruZZia as your brilliant despot has depleted the country in every way. The military is depleted as it is inept.

[@robharris8844U]

A lawyer, a mortar commander and mother and speaks English extremely well ! That witch is one well educated, intelligent lady! Slava Ukraine 🇬🇧✌️🇺🇦

[@EFDITM]

She's also beautiful

[@robharris8844U]

@@EFDITM yes correct✌️

[@ageingfast]

She is an amazing woman. A complete change of lifestyle and facing danger every day is something a lot of us women could not do. I have the utmost respect and admiration for her. Her son will be very proud of her when the war is over and he can be told of how she helped defend her country from the Russian invaders.

[@ReefMimic]

I need a witch lol

[@shsh-he5qg]

But she barks orders 😂 what shall we do about her barking ?

[@larrysmiths1]

Nothing but respect for this fine human being!

[@kristin2129]

Witch is simply incredible, a true warrior and my personal inspiration. May you stay safe and continue slaying Witch! Slava Ukraine!

[@dougkresl7538]

@@charlesK12960 NATO? Ukraine would love to be in NATO. They know how awful Russia and Putin are. She is far more of a hero than you will ever be.

[@mm9492]

@@charlesK12960 You are self hating Brit

[@davidallison5529]

@@dougkresl7538 He's just a troll who gets paid for spreading misinformation. They really hate it that we admire a free person fighting against Russian invaders, so they slag her, NATO, whatever. This particular guy seems triggered by the courage of 'Witch', while he sits safe behind his keyboard.

[@necessaryevil3428]

​@@charlesK129600.1% of NATO weapons given to Ukraine to defend itself and 0 troops on the ground, aircraft in use or even a single warship and Russia in total disarray! Enjoy your call-up papers Orc ⚰️

[@53strat55]

@@dougkresl7538 Ukraine is basicly NATO's puppet, its the whole reason Russia attacked Ukraine in the 1st place. People don't know history? NATO expansion. Russia might be horrible but the NATO is simply using Ukraine to fight Russia in a way which was not possible before. Letting Ukraine enter the NATO basicly means WW3, having it on pending lets them fight a proxy war which is happening right now. If you think about it it's kinda sad. Both sides are at fault, especiallyNATO. You think they did not know they were escalating the situation into a possible Russian attack? You think this all came by suprise? For us perhaps, not the people in charge. Dumb sheeps fall for anything.

[@grandeprairietourism3931]

Thank you for this post and for profiling Witch - she first appeared on Jake Broe’s channel where she impressed me and others as a patriot and skilled fighter. Prayers are answered that she and her fellow soldiers are alive, although everyday the loss of her brave service members is a tragedy. Prayers go out to her and her fellow troops that they stay alive and that they prevail. Glory to the Heroes like Witch and her fellow soldiers 🇺🇦 Glory to Ukraine 🇺🇦 from Your Friends For Freedom from Canada 🇨🇦

[@psyamok3735]

I went to Jake Broe's channel but did not see any link to her report. If you would be so kind to share the link, I am grateful for your help. Thanks very much.

[@omegaz3393]

@charlesK12960 "charlesK12960" a member of Putrid's 🤡 Brigade.

[@TheBandit7613]

@@psyamok3735 His show is about 30 mins long. For a while he would do a 5 min check in with Witch. He hasn't had her on in about a month or so. Good to see she is active and still sending Russians home.

[@psyamok3735]

@@TheBandit7613 Hey thanks for the reply. I found the show already thanks. I was looking for the guy name Sheva in her team. From her description, Sheva is a great warrior. So I was hoping he is alive and continue fighting.

[@davidallison5529]

@@charlesK12960 By 'progaganda' you mean a Ukrainian military person being interviewed by American media? You probably get your 'news' from the Kremlin.

[@christophl.schmidt3140]

Nice to see "Witch" again here... I saw you on Jake B. before. I wish you to stay safe and healthy - you and the other fighters and heroes! Glory to the heroes! Glory to Ukraine! Slava Ukraini! 💙💛

[@guyfawkesuThe1]

So what? Some counter-attack! Now they want more money from the USA after getting $55 billion from the EU.

[@VisualBasic6]

I appreciate how everyone rewinds around 1:55 to see her not move an inch while the reporter flinches at the shot. Truly battle hardened.

[@Wheeler590]

After awhile you just get used to it, and annoyed by it when you want to sleep. The Reporter is too used to the Civie Life! lol

[@modeticklestv4601]

Because if you hear the shots it means you are still alive thats why it doesn't matter to her

[@linksentertainment2693]

You noticed it too! She's a brave beautiful and sexy looking girl❤ I pray for her protection.

[@dantefarnsworth2126]

You get used to it the rounds coming in and going out…

[@dantefarnsworth2126]

It’s unique we’ve seen kids numb to this in the middle east

[@myplane150]

Glad to see Witch is ok. We hadn't seen much of her since the days of Bakhmut.

[@Tardenglobe2346]

lol, so gullible. 😆

[@Elfdustify]

​@@Tardenglobe2346Which side of your face are you laughing on?

[@peterwilson5528]

She is not OK she is a Ukrainian Fascist and the Russians are coming for her.

[@hansericsson7058]

I thaught the same. Does anybody know were that guy Keyan i think his name was, i havent heard of him in a long time either?

[@afiiik1]

Fun fact: The translation of her call sign isn't accurate. Vidma is a combination of a 'wise woman', a 'seer' and a 'witch'. It is a much more positive word and I think it might reference her seer-like abilities

[@BarbaraVaughn-ds7gn]

I'm so happy to see Witch again! I missed her awesome attitude and her smiling face. May she continue to torment the invaders, and return home triumphant.

[@ooperblownup]

This woman could easily leave with her kids, live somewhere else, and profit millions off her looks and backstory. Some people may reasonably say that is the safest and smartest thing to do for herself and her family, I believe she is choosing not to. Built different 💜🔥

[@C0Y0TE5]

me me me attitude much in yr house?

[@jaapster1273]

I'm speechless. What a fierce and beautiful human being. She's going to climb ranks very high if she stays in the UA defense forces i bet.

[@fierypickles4450]

She just politely laughs and asks to repeat the question when explosions go off. Savage and respectful

[@niburu1508]

Freak of nature you mean

[@Elfdustify]

​@@niburu1508You don't know Nature much, do you?

[@coltoncyr2283]

Woman of the year right there!! Beast!

[@oyamawapiti]

@@niburu1508 Most men are fools. They can't even see the difference between a man and a woman...

[@apothecarymaybe3402]

I guess she was still thinking of artillery rounds, hence why she said repeat instead of say again lol

[@seshat1111]

Go, Witch, go! ✨ 💪🏻 🌻💙💛

[@duncanidaho2097]

This amazing woman using her organizational skills and love for her nation to fight the orc invaders. Respect from the US.

[@guyfawkesuThe1]

So what? Some counter-attack! Now they want more money from the USA after getting $55 billion from the EU.

[@blastorange2460]

Not very well Russia is advancing in all fronts

[@torehaaland6921]

​@@blastorange2460 how does Russia manage to protect its vital oil installations? Refinery capacity down 20%.maybe even more. Equaling 10 % of russias total financial revenue.

[@G89A-EU]

YES UKRAINIAN WOMEN - THEY ALSO CAN FLY UFO's - THE CAN DO EVERYTHING !!! THATS WHY WHEN YOU ARRIVE IN THE AIRPORT IN KIEV OR ODESSA THE MAIN ADVERTISEMENT ABOVE THE PASSPORT DESKS IS ... A NICE WELCOME ADVERT WITH UKRAINIAN SEXY WOMEN ....

[@nyandikira]

As a mother I have to show my son a good example that "The most important thing is freedom and respect of humans rights !!!"😢

[@antisraimperialism]

Freedom for Texas, Puerto Rico, Japan! 50 States of America = 50 countries, each have the right to independence! Human rights for Texans Now! Respect Mexico and Native Americans, give the land back!

[@caseytaylor1487]

She's watching a computer feed, discussing corrections and orders via the radio, monitoring and responding to text messages on her phone, and what we don't see is that she's working math, angles, and trajectories - likely in her head - all at the same time. Brains, beauty, and badassery right there! Slava Ukraini!

[@dpelpal]

I don't think the russian army will ever beat the Ukrainians because of women like this. It's really a losing proposition for russia at this point, war's over and russia has lost.

[@mariadekelver2240]

Badassery-great word.

[@professorcarlosjunior2588]

I wnna see what will you say when she shows up in pieces, torn apart by a russian atack.

[@rsltgc8706]

😄

[@harrytd]

@@professorcarlosjunior2588precisely 👍

[@antonlatukha5845]

It is an honor and motivation for us to work together with such people in the army.

[@U.H8]

♥️♥️♥️💪🏻💪🏻♥️♥️♥️

[@studio2165]

Why ? It was all for NOTHING. 300,000 Ukrainian men are gone, an entire generation. For what ? Its a war that Ukraine simply cannot and will not win, that was clear from day one, putin could have levelled Kiev and every other major city, Europe knew from day one that they cannot and will not win in this war, its all been in vain, these people who push for these wars are out and out criminals, every government on the planet is a criminal organisation, with mostly good people working in them, who have been totally hoodwinked by these scumbags, the Ukrainian government are involved in human and child trafficking and arms and drugs, and they have the media in their pockets..

[@studio2165]

@@U.H8.

[@RighteousAreMany]

she is clearly a fake, she has nails done all long and polished and is commanding in army? Hahhahahahhahahaha

[@kennethbrown4480]

I served as both a Bravo and Alpha Mortar Fire Controller in the British Army and it was by far one of the best roles I did in the Army. I was also an Alpha Mortar Fire Controller out in Afghanistan working for Estonians and United States Marines.

[@jjohnson796]

Thank you for your service brother. From 🇺🇸

[@MtnLionFHL]

Most important quote she said to her son " FREEDOM and RESPECT HUMAN RIGHTS " Wow what a concept when you are having to fight for it and not just given it. Those who don't have to fight for it live a very wonderful life! Remember that.

[@lizanderson1669]

lol they are Nationalist

[@watjejanssen7535]

beautiful and skilled, witch respect !

[@zerksari]

Amazing piece coming from someone actively following the conflict. Heartfelt thanks for the work.

[@JasonBellini]

Thank you so much!

[@luminyam6145]

Another very remarkable woman. Ukraine is lucky to have her.

[@natopeacekeeper97]

Shout out to "Witch" for her dedication and moral code. My late wife Karla was a soldier in the Army, who prepared me for Basic Training, when I joined the Army. She supported me throughout the eleven years I was in and helped me prepare for promotion boards, etc.

[@niburu1508]

Glad she is ‘late’ and hope the pair of you did not drag any more freaks of nature like yourselves into the world.

[@ahmedalsharman]

How man men did *Karla* your wife slept with ?

[@Tardenglobe2346]

Did she give you a reach around during your daily peggings too?

[@shannone.2818]

I’m so sorry for your loss. It sounds like there was a lot of love and respect in your marriage. ❤

[@star-1814]

@@Tardenglobe2346hopefully

[@sherryberry2394]

Ohhhh, I ❤❤❤❤❤ "Witch"! I watched her all last Fall when she and (another guy whose name I can't recall at the moment) made videos from the center of Bakhmut! (Featured often on Jake Broe's YT channel.❣️) The Ukrainians are surely doing an insanely great job on their counter-offensive.🇺🇦💪🏻 Slava Ukraini! Heroyam slava!!

[@KillerRabbit1975]

Roman? He got a TBI at the pizzeria terrorist attack. His sister is okay.

[@bantamsmoker]

@@KillerRabbit1975 What's the meaning of TBI?

[@CodeKujo]

@@bantamsmoker Traumatic Brain Injury

[@bjornh4664]

@@CodeKujo Yup. He's out of combat for the foreseeable future. I hope he has a full recovery.

[@bantamsmoker]

@@CodeKujo Thank you!

[@myfavoritemartian1]

Big BOOM goes off and he flinches. She just sits there smiling. She has a soldier's heart. Much to be admired.

[@broncobalboa]

sorry but that has nothing to do with having a soldiers heart. every person who has been months and months in a war zone gets used to the constant explosions. admirable is that she stepped up to defend her people.

[@myfavoritemartian1]

@@broncobalboa Speaking as someone with a passing knowledge of war, some never stop flinching. So every person does not get used to it.

[@broncobalboa]

@@myfavoritemartian1 speaking as someone with no knowledge of war, other than visiting the area after the war was over (yugoslavia early 90s), i will thank you for your statement. i probably generalized a bit too harshly. thanks for the correction!

[@wieliewalie5923]

I commend your courage. Well done and good luck.

[@yorkieandthechihuahua]

Pure speculation: They call her "witch" because every little thing she does is magic. May this woman and her troops go from success to success.

[@andersjjensen]

Since she said opsec was a concern about the story behind the call sign I'm speculating the truth is a bit more sinister...

[@maximumthrottlerc5939]

unfortunately that is not why she is called Witch

[@YssaRee]

VERY sweet speculation & the 🤭 of my day!! I'll now be singing that 🎶 all day.. Per other videos of her/soldiers: her methods grew notoriety & soldiers could identify her on the mission, based solely on tactics & HIGH efficacy! [think: ace flyer.. via drones/in bunker]. Finding them where they thought they were well hidden, seeming magic for impossible gains & MANY kills = witch. Whether 🇷🇺/🇺🇦/she chose the moniker, from all I've seen: it fits, in the best way!! I suppose 🇷🇺 votes wicked witch of the west... Most others: the good witch! 🪄

[@yorkieandthechihuahua]

@@YssaRee Interesting info, thanks.

[@prepper_nation_h]

I love these updates on "Witch." It's remarkable to see her thriving in the military during her nation's deadly struggle for freedom. It has to be tough being a mother in that position, but I like her rationale. I think the world needs such individuals to set that kind of example for future generations.

[@niburu1508]

No REAL. Woman / mother would be anywhere near killing the sons and daughters of other women/ mothers. She must be just as corrupt/ freak of nature as her colleagues. Shudder at their like being in the world.

[@BMF6889]

I'm afraid the way we are headed under the Democrats, our future generation may be lost.

[@miriamweller812]

Hu? She's fighting on the Russian side for the freedom of the people of Donbass and Crimea against the Banderas fascism and its NATO masters?

[@andrewrourke9519]

The only Ukrainians fighting now are wasting their ammo. Surrender while you still can.

[@DR-jo7fg]

She has my utmost respect!

[@bernddette4119]

the beautiful face of Ukrainian courage and love of their country,

[@richardhorvath7851]

I haven't seen Witch for about a couple months, I was concerned about her, Im glad I was simply watching the wrong blogs, Please stay as safe as possible Witch we all love and have you and your conrad's in our prayers. SLAVA UKRAINE 🇺🇦♥

[@ptonpc]

Roman is not too good.

[@Sundance1987]

Remarkable person, remarkable woman; compelled by Puitin’s great cruelty & insanity to marshall such courage and determination…. from Florida, USA

[@TransgirlsEnjoyer]

nothing nice about fighting american war and feeding american military industrial complex

[@judon8381]

Ukrainian people are beautiful and brave. Massive respected to her and her team.

[@angelgrimm9496]

Your children and country are so very proud of you! You are an inspiration.

[@Rolf-farmedfacts-supervisor]

Norway here, what you and your brothers and sisters are doing is F impressive! You are writing history!! Heroyam slava!🇺🇦🇳🇴

[@thomasnie8151]

Yes they do

[@singlewhitefemale1707]

​@@shahwah862Go home Ivan. You are just jealous. This lady has taken out lots of Russians. And will take out lots more😂😂😂

[@Rolf-farmedfacts-supervisor]

@@shahwah862 Norway and Ukraine share alot of history and culture. Its you and your shallow genepool who struggle with inbreeding, "shah"

[@tedtoto6544]

You wish . Just stay in your Iran and watch your a...s

[@niburu1508]

🤡🤡🤡😂😂😂😂😂Keep the English and US safe suckers

[@Lilith42832]

high respect to this person, such courage

[@usernwn7qe]

She´s obviously a PR stunt.

[@philster6383]

@@usernwn7qe you are obviously a russian troll

[@danielgriff2659]

lol. "lilith" ... satanist recognizin her own

[@johanselander7708]

​@@usernwn7qeshe is one of the best snipers in Ukrain, she probably baged more orcs than you made potatoes on your trolling. 😅

[@Elfdustify]

​@@johanselander7708Nice one. Slava Ukraini 🇬🇧 ❤ 🇺🇦

[@miguelruiz5401]

I was a 60 mm mortar man in the USMC, , I loved it.... it holds a very Important and critical role out in the battle field in keeping your men safe and in helping them to move forward. I am very happy to see a woman take charge as a section leader.. (A position as we call it.. ) Semper Fi... do or die!!!

[@glennfischer5613]

Witch is one AWESOME LADY, VICTORY IS UKRAINE

[@antipopnews]

Witch is great! Glory to the Heroes! 🇺🇦

[@bluebanditjim8780]

Pure hero. Been watching her when she posts for a long time. Love her.

[@user-rx3hm8ot3d]

I am super happy to see "'Witch" Last saw she in Bakhmut then she disappeared. (Vietnam Veteran here) I feared the worst. She made my day!

[@hascg1]

Excelente mujer defendiendo su tierra es una de tantas heroínas

[@jhonwakim8791]

God bless Ukraina women

[@markogaudiosi5243]

Carne de cañón.

[@ThePereubu1710]

@2:10 "since there's no air support" and that, ladies and gentlemen, is why this offensive is taking longer and costing more lives. The west has let Ukraine down very badly here.

[@cesarr.63]

Russia had air support in their last winter offensive and they were incapable to achieve any significant strategic victory. Air support is a gift but no necessary is a "must have". The previous ucrania offensive, the last year, was a clear victory without air support. The main reason because the offensive is so slow is because the invaders did a really good job preparing their defenses. The most strategic goals are very very well protected. Will take time and resources.

[@ronblack7870]

@@cesarr.63 if you mean the winter war against finland it was the days of stalin. and finland was much better trained and ready for winter fighting. the soviets were not. this is different . winter is a neutral situation here .

[@user-tp1xg5df2u]

Подставлять ,и убивать это ваша национальная черта.

[@krisfleischer7467]

@@ronblack7870obviously he’s not speaking on that.

[@MrLambdaMan]

Keep my tax dollars outta this , thanks

[@ruigebeer]

The way she is sitting there, straight back, full combat gear, very confident. It immediately is clear she is a force to be reckoned with. Glad i'm on her side.

[@AkyraNN]

I also notice that.

[@dpelpal]

I'm a US Marine and I wouldn't want to fight Ukraine! Total respect to Ukraine and their outstanding soldiers, both male and female. It's David v. Goliath and Ukraine is on the way to victory, there's no doubt whatsoever.

[@eliasziad7864]

Russians will give her a nice rub with a 155 mm shell. Then she will be a "good ukrainian"

[@bepolite6961]

She is a Ukrainian Boudica, does not matter what her gender is, that woman was born a warrior.

[@romanz9342]

@@dpelpal yeah... they seem to be loosing quite a lot of limbs on their way to victory, and the victory is not even in sight yet.

[@PaulLe-jk4uq]

Beautiful articulated confident female Ukraine warrior!!! God be with you and Ukraine arm forces !!! 👈👍🌹💓🗽💥

[@zacgrierson]

1:50 when the howitzer fires, she doesnt even move. Battle hardened af.

[@Lvrgon]

Long life and success to this Beautiful and Brave lady and all of her fellow soldiers and Citizens fighting for their land and the future of their families SLAVA UCRAINI !!!!!!

[@dpelpal]

A bunch of Ukrainian farmers with almost no weapons has now destroyed 60% of the russian military. Just amazing. Slava Ukraine from Indiana

[@stevenseltzer3589]

Beauty, brains, and attitude! With this young woman/lady look out she will either help you or eat you. Very rare in our world today. She's definitely a keeper. Bless her heart. Thank you. For a free and United Ukraine 😮

[@mr.thanetmeengeanlaan5121]

I am stay with Ukraine people and you are very strong minded people this lady is very good person to help the nation SALAVA UKRAINE ❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉FROM.. THAILAND I LOVE YOU ALL

[@daviswall3319]

Right on. Russia has nothing to compare to a lady warrior like this. May victory find you soon Ukraine. My heart is with you

[@MonsieurGone]

Ok, simp

[@fabianpillay860]

No men left taking women now

[@williamburns9731]

What a fantastic attitude. Sweet lady you deserve all the respect for what you are doing.thank you ❤️ from Australia ❤️ SLAVA UKRAINE 🇺🇦 and victory only to Ukraine and the free world.

[@Mortablunt]

Z

[@mortarman81guns]

@@Mortabluntorc troll 🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦

[@stephen4121]

@@mortarman81guns

[@mariiamilashenko9932]

Thank you for your support from Australia!

[@michaelkoopman7274]

​@@Mortablunt👩‍❤️‍💋‍👩🏳️‍🌈

[@maurvir3197]

Folks, this is what a genuine badass looks like. She is the real deal. I only wish her and her crew the best going forward.

[@dpelpal]

I'm a US Marine (retired) and I tell you what, I wouldn't want to go up against Witch or the Ukrainians. Russia has no chance in the long run, their army is a joke

[@andersjjensen]

@@dpelpal Their army is a joke. The rigidity in doctrine is made of adamantine, they have no NCO core and their officers are corrupt at all levels. The Ukrainians, however, looks like the fastest adapting bunch of mad scientists you can imagine, and their morale is impeccable. With enough budget and aid Ukraine could easily become a power house even China would think twice, thrice and fourth about picking a fight with. I was in the Danish artillery for 17 years.... and I also do absolutely not fancy the idea of facing off with the Ukrainians. At present I don't even think the Finns (who've traditionally been the scary ones when it comes to artillery) can teach the Ukrainian artillery a lesson that isn't already in their field manuals.

[@eliasziad7864]

Russians will give her a nice rub with a 155 mm shell. Then she will be a "good ukrainian"

[@eliasziad7864]

@@dpelpal Russians will give her a nice rub with a 155 mm shell. Then she will be a "good ukrainian"

[@pedrosande4310]

Brave and intelligent. An example for all fighters. Liberty beyond all. Portugal is with you.

[@marthaelenacorral3042]

Ukrainians have taught us what it means to love one's country. Over and over, those in the frontlines express a common goal: fight to death, so their CHILDREN can enjoy freedom in the future. Amazingly bravery & resourcefulness.

[@alvarvillalongamarch3894]

Amazing woman!Best regards and safe return home to all in Uniform!And there is no hurry:they know what they are doing,the cost of attacks with scarce or no demining systems.Just let them do their job.This is no Blitzkrieg,no spearheads,no Guderian,just advancing,eroding,probing,hitting,then again.They sure know their business and have the guts to it.Best regards from Spain.

[@turbine6338]

I think sometime we see male solders in the army, but to see a women in the army, tells us all, there are some great women fighting for the freedom of Ukraine. Bless them all, from the UK

[@usernwn7qe]

I see a woman sitting in her safe basement while males actually fight and die frontline combat. I´m sure she does the laundry well though

[@niburu1508]

The Freedom of Ukraine? 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@marvin2678]

bcause they usually arent the ones fighting, they are the ones fleeing to germany and hoping on itnder

[@philster6383]

@@usernwn7qe I am sure you are just a russian troll

[@johanselander7708]

​@@usernwn7qeshe sniped alot of orcs in Bachmut every day for 10 month, you do the math Ivan.😊

[@patrickaylward3814]

So much respect for you lady 🙏🏼

[@TransgirlsEnjoyer]

lol fighting american war to contain heartleand and russia

[@ukrainianpunisher]

Thank you, brother ❤🇺🇦🇯🇵

[@TurfSurf]

My deepest respect to her and her family!🇹🇼❤️👍🙏🇺🇦

[@dpelpal]

She's a true inspiration, Ukraine has put the hurt on russia and made an absolute joke out of the russian army. Go Ukraine! From Indiana

[@TurfSurf]

@@dpelpal I couldn't agree with you more!

[@stephensmith4480]

@@TurfSurf 💯% 👍👍From The UK.

[@maryf.1956]

So glad to see Witch doing well. She is awesome and brave.

[@PrincessSachiko]

OH MY GOODNESS!!!! 😍💖😍💖😍💖😍💖😍💖😍💖 I'm three weeks late commenting on this but I had no idea this video existed!! I love Witch!! 😊 I've seen several videos of her on social media, but this report went more in-depth, so I'm grateful for that. And I didn't know she was a mother. She's just such an amazing role model in a lot of ways. I love her positive attitude! The way she smiled when talking about measuring success by counting russian corpses... lol. I can't wait to find out the story behind her callsign!

[@MrBruce0777]

" Witch " Extremely precise clear instructions on the next motor, fire super easy to follow Her instruction for a direct hit ..GREAT JOB So proud of the Ukraine people !!! ... As others said may you have complete protection.....Glory to Ukraine in all you do....

[@clausnybojensen3155]

My good what a hero 😍. Slava Ukraini 🇺🇦🇺🇦. Love from Denmark 🇩🇰🇩🇰

[@dpelpal]

A bunch of Ukrainian farmers and lawyers destroyed 60% of the russian military.....just amazing.

[@vijaym2823]

This is pure show , nothing else

[@zizouwowist1641]

@@vijaym2823 let the brianwashed sheep have his cope dose.

[@alhambrabiker1476]

@@vijaym2823Russian ship Moskva ПНХ

[@dpelpal]

@@vijaym2823 Kinda like when Putin screamed "Kyiv in threee DAYYYYYS!" and then russia got completely humilitated by a bunch of Ukrainian farmers😂

[@ryannorton7564]

God love you girl and be with you...the whole world is behind you! Prayers hun! Thank you for your outstanding service! Slava Ukraine!

[@davidvied8990]

So good to see Witch is still standing strong. No posting on Ogre Osint for some time. Slava Ukraini!

[@stefanmueller-dombois6431]

Great work Jason!!

[@HANKTHEDANKEST]

Witch is everything a mother ought to be: strong, brave, caring and wise. Her son is very lucky to have a mother who's willing to fight for everything that is right in this world. Ukraine will win, borders will return to 1991 status. Glory to Ukraine.

[@niburu1508]

Thankfully while she is off slaughtering other childrens and fathers and other mothers sons she is not having any direct influence on him. Makes one shudder that the likes of that exists.

[@Elfdustify]

​@@niburu1508They could just get out of her country

[@ragganyc]

@@niburu1508🇷🇺=🥩🥩🥩

[@iris1224wwad]

@niburu1508 She's defending her country, her people, and thus her son. Nothing a supporter of russian war criminals would understand. How does it feel to support russians deporting, torturing, raping, maiming and killing Ukrainian men, women and children?

[@LisaNH934]

@@niburu1508 those "other mothers children" are terrorist invaders, rapists and murderers... 💪 POWER TO THE 'WITCH' 🇺🇦 Slava Ukraini 🇺🇦

[@DR-pj7sr]

Massive respect to this patriot. 🇺🇦🇪🇺🇺🇸💪

[@charlesreeves3426]

She is not a patriot. This is propaganda.

[@josephb3193]

😂😂😂Woke propaganda.🇷🇺🇺🇸❤️ Red, white & blue!

[@dokt4h4ze66]

​@@josephb3193common bottomfeeder L

[@eugenedavis6792]

She's one Beautiful Witch in the Combat Zone.

[@RiMajol8081]

That is why you will win. You have no excuse to surrender. 💪🏽 Strong female, strong Ukraine.

[@joerockhead3665]

nice try keep those emotions going

[@user-vy4xx2qp3d]

Ukraine is a pile of rubble

[@danielgriff2659]

@@joerockhead3665 likely why they are losing so bad... got Barbie here as their "leader"...

[@guitarstring109]

Let me tell you something, war is not a Netflix original 😅

[@ragganyc]

@@user-vy4xx2qp3d 🇷🇺=🥩🥩🥩

[@helennuttall6051]

She is amazing and a great example to all humanity. Great respect

[@Wloch-Anonim]

I reserve full respect for the journalist for his courage. Second minute of recording. I see experience and courage. She just blinked her eyes slightly. A true witch. 🧐

[@REBELSCL]

“Witch” is an obviously very brave and a true patriot… I applaud her forthright take on what’s expected of her and her team.. I am a bit surprised that a mortar team commander would have such perfect makeup at the front….

[@rodhammack7160]

I am always impressed by how effective the women in Ukraine's military are. They are as fierce and determined as any male counterpart. Together the men and women of Ukraine's armed forces are unstoppable. I love updates on her career, I am glad to see she is healthy. It is unfortunate that she has to be here defending her homeland from a bunker rather than spending time raising her child like regular people everywhere. The Russians have made it clear that if they win they will purge all things Ukraine. There is only one choice that has the possibility of returning the peaceful life she and her fellow citizens knew and that is to fight for what they believe in. A free Ukraine.

[@kerrysly1]

And talking about good women, we get trash like MTG, Boebert, Tucker and other snakes that want to help Trump in giving Ukraine to Putler. Ukraine will win this war and we will defeat the far right religious nut jobs here in the USA.

[@DoloresJNurss]

Yes--defending her young is part of a mother's duty. What mother wants to see her son tortured and brainwashed?

[@franckdebzh7608]

I admire both the ukrainian female soldiers and the kurdish women fighting against ISIS. All of them are dedicated to their patriotism and their freedom.

[@jingbot1071]

@@charlesK12960 I'm impressed the ruble still has enough value to keep you paid posters on the job.

[@iris1224wwad]

@charlesK12960 Propaganda can be rooted in truth or in lies. Unlike russia's ridiculous propaganda, NATO's propaganda is not rooted in lies.

[@imsunasong3912]

I love this lady!! What a fierce and incredible woman!

[@niburu1508]

🤢🤮

[@Elfdustify]

​@@niburu1508💩🤡

[@Elfdustify]

💯

[@ragganyc]

@@niburu1508🇷🇺=🥩🥩🥩

[@unoriginalname4321]

​@@niburu1508🇷🇺🙉💥💀

[@ernestojrtobias2388]

Stay safe & be vigilant. We pray for your fight.

[@richiefort1416]

You are such a amazing woman God bless your heart and don't give up 💯💖💯🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹👍🏼🌹🌹🌹🌹💙💙💙😘🤞🇺🇦

[@MDavis.A25]

Witch go woman I am amazed at how much you have given Ukraine. Your strength and courage, your son is so proud. I pray for a witch first time in my life. Mom of 3 boys, they love mama.❤💙💚❣

[@smurfhits5688]

"that's a BIG Howitzer😏" Anything to give a smile like that to a Ukrainian soldier I say give more of! More archers, they need it and like it Makes me proud to be Swede 🇸🇪❤️🇺🇦

[@concretejungle9608]

Thank you for your archers Swedes , and your amazing support !

[@user-wp6ye3dy5f]

Strong woman. Fighting for her 7 yr old's existence. God bless you

[@freddygray8058]

Good for her. She is a wonderful example for her son and for us..

[@GEOFERET]

These people are incredible! They deserve their freedom and their land back! It is impressive how war brings out the worst, but also the best in people. Slava Ukraini!

[@tjpld]

Class A Human Being right there!

[@paulbishop7892]

It's s good to here about Witch again, she is a true hero. Slava Ukraini, Slava Heroram.

[@michaellee1244]

She is very beautiful and a brave hero. Her child must be very proud of her and the accomplishments of his mother.

[@tantraman93]

Stay strong Ukraine!

[@vivosereni]

God bless you for defending your country.

[@deanosmith8007]

One brilliant woman. Stay safe ‘Witch’ . Glory to the heroes Glory to Ukraine

[@duckfriend8621]

She is a very intelligent woman. What a brave and fearless warrior. I hope your dreams of a free and peaceful Ukraine are achieved. She has become a legend. Stay strong Witch, and I hope you may be reunited with your family soon. Slava Ukraine 🇺🇦🇺🇦 With love and admiration from UK.🇬🇧

[@m.e.holley7613]

A brave, beautiful, warrior queen. I pray protection over her and all her brothers and sisters in arms. Slava Ukraini! 💙💛

[@thekeeper764]

Herojam slava!

[@earlvincentlarawan2575]

She's not a warrior queen but cool badass witch with her magic.

[@Vrey662]

payed actress

[@Volodymyr_GlaVy]

So young - and so poised, so calm infront of the circumstances she faces... Great person.

[@user-vu1gx4uv2k]

the "witch" is a lawyer turned soldier.. a huge respect to her.. she is very very brave

[@mawe42]

With warriors like Witch you can't lose!

[@romanz9342]

Looks like they are loosing

[@bojangles4071]

cope

[@ryanlieb3958]

With "warriors" like B*tch, who could win?

[@miriamweller812]

Ukraine lost 2014, when an illegal regime sold out to western fascism. What we got now is the raping of the dead corpse by NATO and its Banderas Nazis.

[@ro0140]

I have seen a lot of Ukrainian Combat Soldier and footage. What surprised my was they where all willing and very high in spirits and therefor smiling a lot. This works wel for unit cohesion and mentality. This to me says it all... this is a winning mentality. Of course during combat there are some intense moments, but overall the vibe and feel even during combat as you may call it is strong and positive even under very dire circumstances. This I find very incredible. Slava Ukrajini, and all its people.

[@stephenwood6663]

I doubt that Ukrainians with poor morale would reach your screen, at least in western media. Ukraine undeniably has some highly-motivated people under their banner - but it would be a mistake to assume that this state of affairs is universal, based on the selective sample that our media has chosen to share with us.

[@pgluvp4e]

Excellent interview great insight to what is going on in Ukraine! This is a wonderful role model for women to look outside the box social decisions for a woman’s position. Of people who have to answer to who are essence is, what our talents are, and accept responsibility for the best one can do! Thank you for this interview😊

[@christinemelo5779]

Wow! God bless and protect all of there and keep Safe. You're very brave woman!

[@vincentg6613]

💛💙witch!!!💙💛 glad to see she's doing ok!

[@jkgrooves]

I love the witch! Olga is a brave and compassionate leader that cares for the troops. The counteroffensive will take as long as it takes, it is not a game. I wish my government would do more to help. I am confident Ukraine will win its independence as a free people. Keep up the good work 🇺🇲💛💙🏁

[@U.H8]

Same here ❤️‍🔥👍🏻😍