From Sniper to New Mom: Meet Emerald, Ukraine's Joan of Arc

Experience the captivating story of Emerald, Ukraine's Joan of Arc, as she transforms from a fearless sniper to a devoted new mom amidst the chaos of war. In this gripping episode of the "In Real Life" series, join Jason Bellini as he explores Emerald's remarkable journey. Hear firsthand accounts of her death-defying experiences on the front lines and delve into the paradoxical nature of her life. Discover how this young woman, once immersed in Kyiv's vibrant nightlife and luxury, answered the call of duty and embarked on a warrior's odyssey. Follow Emerald's surreal life as she fights for her country, finds love in the midst of turmoil, and embraces the profound joys and challenges of motherhood. Don't miss this inspiring tale of resilience, sacrifice, and the power of love.
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🌟Have you ever imagined the challenges of balancing warzone duties and pregnancy? Join us as we delve into the extraordinary story of Emerald, a Ukrainian sniper breaking barriers and paving the way for women on the frontlines. What are your thoughts on her incredible journey?

[@nghtwtchmn129]

There is the exposure to lead every time she fires a round.

[@emmanuelgoldstein3682]

@@nghtwtchmn129 If she had actually been to combat, the russians would have likely exposed her to a bunch of lead

[@Russia-bullies]

No.Great.

[@jonasleandro5501]

Deus abençoe você grande guerreira Deus abençoe sempre você e proteja slava Ucrânia viva aos heróis ucraniano Deus abençoe à todos 🇺🇦🙏🙌

[@nenagarcia1902]

God bless you beaitiful lady for depending your country such a brave hero fighter💛💛💛💛🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@jeffsiegwart]

Emerald is a huge icon of bravery and heroism for Ukraine. I hope she is at home and safe, taking care of the baby. I hope her husband survives the war.

[@bradystoffer1078]

I believe that he will do whatever it takes to make it home to his two Emeralds. I just can't even imagine the stress that both of them are going through in all of this.

[@rodmarker2071]

Spot on Jeff , I am so inspired and happy our 2 countries came together to help these people fight the thugs , we did it in WWII we can do it again Slava 💙💛 Ukraine. 🇺🇦

[@dangdoldangdol9568]

This is straight propaganda. You all would believe anything. 😂😂😂

[@bumblebootwiddletoes5185]

@@dangdoldangdol9568 so it's fake, right? You should stick with UFC and ignore world affairs. Your brain hasn't developed enough to cope with them yet.

[@PaulM745]

​@@dangdoldangdol9568 Very good, Ivan. Here's your potato. Now go home and take an early weekend. You really fooled the West with that clever remark!!! 👍

[@briankeefe6161]

As a American with Polish roots I am just in awe of Ukrainian women there are a ton of strong, beautiful, smart, talented, loyal,brave women where else in the Western world could you find such a woman the Ukrainian man has a lot to fight for your women are a special breed Slava Ukraini

[@sonnyjs15]

You'll find a couple million single ones online now 😊

[@user-qp8uj1lc3j]

@@sonnyjs15 the cheapest prostitutes have been Ukranian women for over 10 years now

[@user-qp8uj1lc3j]

It's so sweet how you don't mind Ukrainian Natsies murdering 150,000 Polish innocent people!!! And how they are destroying Poland now... So understanding of you !

[@JK-dv3qe]

most ukranian women are on OnlyFans. their husband most likely taken out by TOS-1 or some minefield

[@f3cktrackingmydata770]

Heck you couldnt pay me to be around some of my female family members 😂 western wemen are TOUGH to spend time with

[@OldEnoughToParty]

Big respect for someone to leave such a comfortable life to fight for the country. Slava Ukraine 🇺🇦

[@liquidfireman]

every ukranian war criminal will be hunted down eventually, no matter whey they hide.

[@JK-dv3qe]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣I CANT @@Lorin-GabrielLeaua-fm1lw

[@gadfred3803]

6 month later. Xaxaxaxa Greetz from germany 😂😂😂😂

[@davidcpugh8743]

As a veteran from the zero line, I was the human half of a scout dog team walking point. This is an amazingly powerful person. Slava Sokoly Ukraine 🇺🇦.

[@user-ii7eo3ck6n]

People who Slava UKRAINA 🇺🇦 are the most Naif indoctrinated people. Not long , you will Slava europe. http

[@Danny-mg1hu]

It's scripted. It's propaganda and you got fooled by it

[@BellaBehave]

Im TTC now and I can't imagine what this woman went through. What impresses me the most is her mental fortitude, she's always smiling and laughing through it all. Amazing woman.

[@aleksandartodorovic7996]

Do toy truly believe any word told in this video? This is typical "Hollywood/CNN style agit prop.Only the "crying Angelina Jolie" is missing in this video.

[@BellaBehave]

@@user-sv2rx7xu6i haha Вы же все там эксперты

[@BellaBehave]

@@aleksandartodorovic7996 I didn't know you can fake an entire Live birth And pregnancy. You keep trying to take away from the achievements of these amazing people because you cannot lift yourself up as Russians to do what must be done and fight for your own rights. Вам все похуй и все плохо но всех Обвиняете кроме тот кто действительно виноват.

[@aleksandartodorovic7996]

@@user-sv2rx7xu6i How can you not be excited when someone permanently thinks that everyone in the world is a fool? The video is propaganda, of course, but this is an insult to intelligence. CNN/US thinks it can manipulate the whole world.

[@user-fz8yc1ew1s]

Когда поймают её на части порвут вот такое видео потом снимите

[@madmachine5244]

She’s one brave, smart, caring, committed patriot, and compassionate woman. Also her husband is one lucky man to find a woman like her. May she continue to inspire others by her actions till the wars end. Afterwords may she and her husband have a long and happy life together with plenty of children, grandchildren, friends, family, and in a free and peaceful Ukraine 🇺🇦. SLAVA UKRAINI 🇺🇦

[@love-bk9ow]

May the almighty God protect the life of this couple fighting for their country .

[@michaelbmore27410]

Amen

[@tiburciomendez9670]

@@love-bk9owAmen and more amens ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@conunpocodefe]

I'm glad this piece ended without bad news from the front. I hope all three survive and thrive in a free Ukraine.

[@andreypersikov6214]

No country able to conquer nation. Especially when nation has defenders like Emerald, her husband and many other fighters! May Ukraine win as soon as possible! Slava Ukraine from Kazakhstan✊🇺🇦🇰🇿

[@tomonabudget]

Ukrainians are just, the most inspiring people. Her story sounds similar to Witch, who turned from a successful law business to become a mortar commander.

[@515coldfire]

Inspiring people?? 😂😂😂😂

[@aaronoverby4830]

​@@515coldfire what's wrong troll? Running out of talking points?

[@seth1455]

@@aaronoverby4830 it's quite sad how someone could become a troll isn't it, talk about being at rock bottom

[@VINLAND_777]

@@515coldfireWell, a few childish emojis are not that inspiring for sure. But maybe you have something inspiring to present for the rest of the world yourself?

[@bumblebootwiddletoes5185]

@@VINLAND_777 trolls don't amount to anything. It's their final act before going dark and either committing an atrocity or just checking out. Either way, good riddance to him and his brethren.

[@Shylock10]

I have so much love and respect for the Ukrainian people. It strikes me how much of their fight is like the one we Americans fought over 250 years ago. My thoughts and prayers go to Emerald and her family.

[@mdmarcus7494]

Wow, you are over 250 years old to remember all those outstanding moments of robbing Native Americans and taking their lands and enjoying whipping Africans for profits. Truly amasing times for you to remember. 👏👏👏

[@JK-dv3qe]

🎻🎻🎻🎻

[@izekoredobor4life]

Emerald is such a vibe and her love life story is amazing ❤❤❤

[@Joycemcnamara]

Gave me goosebumps! What a brave woman!

[@russ_vee_jr4199]

I'm a 7 year USAF veteran from the Cold War. I don't often pray, but when I do, it's for other children of God. And when I'm really sad, I ask God for strength. Now, I'm praying for these two Ukraineian Wariors that both will be safe and can have a long and prosperous life after the war. I will pray often for the father of their child, for he is in a very dangerous position at the front. May God watch over these three. Slava Ukraine........

[@GordonIsFreeman]

Im in prayers with you also. We all are. Let them be happy after war and don't let the war take away this handsome man from his daughter and his wife.

[@winstonsmith7801]

Russ_Vee_Jr - Do you even realize that it was your country that started this conflict back in 2014?

[@richg4051]

@@winstonsmith7801 How so?

[@winstonsmith7801]

@@richg4051 The Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs of the United States Victoria Nuland was instrumental in the coup in 2014. It known as the Maidan Revolution where the elected Ukrainian leader was ousted because of his pro Russian stance. Nuland and McCain encouraged hatred against Russia and the attack on eastern Ukraine began by the pro US government in 2014 . They attacked eastern Ukraine because the Eastern Ukrainians did not want to give up their cultural and religious heritage. The reason for all of this is the US wants Putin out of power because he is not a globalist and does not believe in giving up his sovereignty to Globalism. Russia is not the bad Guys , The US democrat party is.

[@HumanBeingsRThinkingBeings]

Mind Begs the Question: To support and arm an Apartheid State Righteous,Evil?

[@davidchang7500]

This video is like watching a short movie of patriotic, courage, love & hope of Ukrainian Emerald.👍👍👍 Hope there will be a follow up video of Emerald & family when they war is over.

[@mike4480]

Slava Ukraine….until 🇺🇦 total Victory…….💙💛💙

[@spappas]

@@mike4480 Sllava Russia Z🇷🇺🇷🇺🇷🇺💪☝️

[@user-zp6gs8cp6j]

Hope she will meet Wagner commando

[@jamiltoncano]

@@user-zp6gs8cp6j ya lo conocieron quebrados de las piernas cuando um drone ucraniano le Cayo encima a los soldados rusos

[@HelsinkiFINketeli_berlin_com]

SLAVA UKRAINI HEROYAM SLAVA 🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🙏🙏🙏FINLAND FOR UKRAINE 🇫🇮🇫🇮🇫🇮

[@newlife....]

Emerald is a hero!❤💚💙❤

[@niallcasey2057]

Emerald. What a name . 👍 You are fantastic . A proper warrior that evokes images of the past . Cliopatra, Grace O Malley . Joan of Arc. Congratulations on the birth of your daughter. Hope your journey brings your family joy and happiness in the wonderful Ukraine 🇺🇦 ❤ 🇮🇪🙏

[@cathalodiubhain5739]

There is no historical evidence to suggest that Cleopatra, the last pharaoh of Ancient Egypt, had any combat training or participated in any battles herself. Although she was known for her intelligence, political savvy, and military strategy, she is not known to have engaged in any physical combat. Cleopatra was primarily a politician and diplomat, and her role in battles was to command her forces and make strategic decisions. She was involved in the naval battle of Actium in 31 BC, where she commanded a fleet of ships for the Egyptian side. However, it is unlikely that she personally engaged in combat during the battle.

[@readchp]

Great story. Love that woman. The finest of humanity. Slava Ukraine. From Tampa, Florida.

[@rodmarker2071]

Chuck , I am happy our 2 countries came together to help these people fight the thugs , London England Slava 💙💛 Ukraine. 🇺🇦

[@JamiePaul-rs3qu]

Look up the word propaganda, it’s so obvious what this is…

[@IavenderSyndrome]

​@@JamiePaul-rs3qu These people are completely brainwashed, there's no point in trying to talk any sense into them.

[@ItssMrT]

@@JamiePaul-rs3qu thank you im like omg my brain cells are dying after reading each of these commments thinking this real and such xD

[@rudoogarain7833]

@@ItssMrT Unfortunately, your cells are hibernating under hypnosis, because you don’t understand how they can’t understand, they are sleeping with you and you only have emotions on which this propaganda plays

[@ldawn1540]

The Best Mother's Day video ever. Slava Ukraini. 💙💛

[@mikestrickhorn4132]

She sounds like Kamala

[@kierenalvarez]

War propaganda? Silly woman.

[@SergiuIftodi]

@@kierenalvarez The war came to her. She didnot chose it, can you understand it, silly man?

[@akioclaire6894]

​@@kierenalvarezat least this woman have balls than yours 😂

[@waleed8530]

@@SergiuIftodi so Iraqis and Afghans had every right to defend themselves right?

[@rodequis6014]

Wow, what a beautiful brave woman ❤. I hope this war end soon.

[@akiuvlog4087]

God is with you Ukrainian stay strong n fight for your land... Lots of love from INDIA 🇮🇳

[@robinhood2980]

No reason why this story could not be made into a film, it has all the elements needed !

[@Fuck_Snowflakes]

With Jessica Chastain

[@robertopics]

Enemy at the gates 2 fight for Kiev

[@summerrain7466]

It is obvious that Emerald was born to shine at whatever she choses to do!

[@manueloortiz941]

God blessed them and keep them alive and bless the heroes that give their lives for Ukraine. Slava Ukraine 🇺🇦.

[@Dustnthewen]

Amen

[@CasaLobo77]

Inspiring story of courage..SLAVA UKRAINI! 🇺🇦❤ from the Philippines🇵🇭

[@eggbenedict-gt7mw]

🤣🤣🤣🤣 go eat rice and water putang Inna moon

[@orangadil9100]

I'LL NEVER STOP PRAY FOR THE VICTORY OF UKRAINIAN ARMY N VOLUNTEERS

[@layla-dv2kt]

I’m not Ukrainian, but gotta say. Filipinos are some of the nicest people out there! I’ve met many and you guys are wonderful people ❤ Slava Ukraini 🇺🇦

[@64FergMondoLoc]

Slava ukraini 🇺🇦🇺🇸🇵🇭!!!!!

[@winzyl9546]

​@@layla-dv2kt most filipinos are russian supporters. Just to let you know.

[@australiasfirstmate1556]

This is the greatest heartfelt story I've heard in years and it took place during war..........I'm in tears as a retired soldier!

[@rodmarker2071]

Me too , I am happy our 2 countries came together to help these people fight the thugs , London England Slava 💙💛 Ukraine. 🇺🇦

[@bumblebootwiddletoes5185]

Same!

[@steveperreira5850]

I’m just like you, heartfelt, Veteran, And locked and loaded.

[@franckdebzh7608]

Same here. I am proud ours countries are supporting them. As a french guy, I know how Joan of Arc was important to defend our land. This ukrainian woman deserves her nickname. Now we are allies. Cheers from France.

[@janisripple754]

@@franckdebzh7608 ❤😊

[@-----REDACTED-----]

The calmness SF people have when they talk about moments they genuinely thought “yup, guess that’s my number.” is impressive. I don’t think I’d have the mental fortitude for that…

[@nickmander6088]

Having served in the British military and trained for Bosnian war, and then some years later going back to jewellery design, this story is incredible and bought a tear to my eyes. I hope and pray for you, and truly hope you will have the pleasure of returning to peace and designing high end jewellery once again. Stay strong stay safe Emerald. ❤❤❤❤

[@valeriylarchenko9608]

So, you are one of those "clever men" who spread depleted uranium across the Balkans, are you? Stupidity + excessive energy is all it takes to become a "hero" nowadays.

[@katiem6773]

Big respect for this woman leaving her life to fight! 🥰 I wish her much happiness in the future.

[@JK-dv3qe]

she must be cray cray

[@Hybrid_Soul]

Her name, Emerald, is truly fitting. Such a gem. Her beauty stands out through her caring, integrity and courage. And now rewarded with love. Best wishes to the new mom and and her family.

[@user-hi1zp4ob7g]

🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 💙💛💙💛💙💛

[@christiandiemond9595]

A remarkable woman among remarkable people, showing true spirit in very difficult times. They deserve all the support they can get.

[@ernstwiltmann6]

Ja, dieser krieg wird auch vor unseren Wohlstand nicht halt machen , es gibt zu viele dumme leute die diesen **** mitmachen.

[@johndavid5618]

"Strenght and" Honer to you all. 🙏🙌

[@Alex.Kaleipahula]

Yet no video or anything of her actually fighting or near any fighting😂

[@christiandiemond9595]

@@Alex.Kaleipahula the whole idea of snipers is not to be seen.

[@steverobbo55]

Amazing story of serving your Country falling in love with your special man giving birth to a daughter . Keep Safe we are thinking of you and your family 🇦🇺

[@eliudmoralesg]

I’m Proud of You! Joy to the Family ! God Bless you all!

[@andrewburkinshaw1446]

This woman is 100% pure hero. She is someone we can all look to and learn from. May her and her family stay safe

[@Validimar4640]

Это ска нацыска

[@tomawen5916]

Excellent video. A fantastic and introspective documentary of one Ukrainian woman affected by war. That she chose to fight is a testament of courage. "Emerald" is an inspiration of to not give up in the face of invasion. Well done.

[@sofisofi2164]

She is very strong🦾 and very beautiful Wow Omad🇺🇦💖💫🤲🏼☝🏼Inşha'Allah💫☝🏼☑✅🤔📩📑📍📝👤💼✍🏼inpolitician)))

[@proceramic7422]

The story of Emerald... Brought to you by Scripted news. 😂🤣

[@rasa6914]

Does she look like soldier?🤣

[@teknoizer1]

People who think like you are the reason the war still excists and war Will never stop by same minded People like yall

[@teknoizer1]

​@@rasa6914she looks like a fangirl with 1 year in the army 😂😂😂

[@emmanuelbasseyegor8737]

For stepping out to defend your beloved country, you've earned my respect. My daughter's name is Emerald.

[@Hellfire-gm5by]

Stay safe Sister. I'm 42 Royal Marines Commando. Utter respect to my brothers and sisters fighting the enemy. Remember its not about the soldiers but the civilians. God speed .we protect all no matter colour, creed or religion.

[@tinatorrez1648]

I heard her story a while ago. Just after she found out she was pregnant. I'm sooo happy to hear she's safe with her baby.

[@kwgm8578]

What an amazing story! Congratulations, Emerald and Evgeniy, and congratulations on the birth of your precious little girl. Happy Mother's Day! May you all live happily ever after, in a peaceful Ukraine, and soon, very soon. Slava Ukraini! 🇺🇲💙💛🇺🇦😊

[@mhutch5082]

This is false propaganda.

[@HumanBeingsRThinkingBeings]

Mind Begs the Question: If in a World X oppose Occupation - Heroes Y oppose Occupation - Terrorists World governed by - Righteous,Evil?

[@jeffstalker9184]

​@@Muslim_women_dont_use-condomsshut up

[@kenc9265]

Extremes situation calls for extremes intervention, she put everything aside to defend her country. I salute you 👍

[@scopex2749]

GREAT RESPECTS to you maam. Thank you for your service and your aim! If she gets YOU in the crosshairs - its for you.

[@nataliescott1914]

They need to make a movie about Emerald!What a patriot!

[@randal_gibbons]

Isn't that what you just watched?

[@ChasseurTueur]

yeah, and Ryan Reynolds should play her, or maybe The Rock :)

[@MacLeeland]

​@@randal_gibbons No, this was a documentury.

[@australiasfirstmate1556]

We need a "real world" director for this one mate!

[@mountainfrost7095]

Even better movie would be about Epstein Island. This is very much propoganda type documentary.

[@kiwihame]

Another awesome, brave, inspirational, impressive Ukrainian. Take care Evgeniya! Slava Ukraini! 🇳🇿 💙💛🇺🇦 Great content Scripps, thank you.

[@wilsonng7464]

Such an incredible story under the extreme circumstance Stay safe and win the war 💪

[@eggbenedict-gt7mw]

🤣🤣🤣🤣 win the war , keep dreaming

[@smoothiesweet]

​@@eggbenedict-gt7mwI bet you're a very lonely guy huh. I feel bad for you.

[@corners23251]

@@smoothiesweet I feel bad for his mother.

[@morenofranco9235]

What a brave young woman. And there are so many like her. Love them! 🇺🇦 🇺🇦❤

[@wc6519]

You cannot possibly lose a war with patriots like this!

[@silverletter4551]

They've already lost people. There is no winning anything. That's why pacifism is always better

[@dennnn13]

You can, no problem.

[@khiem1939]

@@dennnn13 YES, you can, but they won't when you consider WHO they are fighting against! Without Putin's War Russia was given about 20 more years before it ceased to be a viable nation, now that figure is much less! Most likely the Russian Federation will break up, Eastern, I.e., "Asian" Russia will be annexed by China and what is left of Russia will only be their Western (White) part!

[@sherylrider6929]

They will lose this war. Ukraine makes Russia look like chumps when it comes to embezzlement

[@Gopferteckel]

@@dennnn13 Every one loses in war, except those on top.

[@SysterEuropa]

Truly one of the most inspirational, yet heart breaking stories of this horrid war. May God protect this beautiful family.

[@corners23251]

god is unaware of what is happening right now.

[@keithsa41]

This is a fascinating story. She was born a leader and incredible strong willed. I want this senseless tragic war to end on both fronts. There are no winners.

[@elainekarlsson8384]

I wish her and her little family the best fortune ever ❤ May they have many more children❤ They are the future of Ukraine, and may they experience a good and peaceful life after this war comes to a fair close. Glory to the fenomenal women of Ukraine 💪🇺🇦

[@philipthomas2918]

Amazing young lady, wish you victory and all safety.

[@MarkM001]

She's alive! Congratulations on the baby and your survival.

[@WayneIrish]

Wonderful story. May the grace of all bless them.

[@kjtilka]

How can you not like the UKRAINE people. Big hearts, great courage

[@eCitizen1]

Good for her. I have immense respect for her hard work and for risking her life to protect her country. I truly hope she survives this war and thrives.

[@dkrawk8309]

"We have been and we will keep killing all Russian people all over the world" you call that protecting their land? The ukriane never had any land to begin with

[@HumanBeingsRThinkingBeings]

Mind Begs the Question: If in a World X oppose Occupation - Heroes Y oppose Occupation - Terrorists World governed by - Righteous,Evil?

[@cosilica1]

lol

[@reijoheikkila4578]

EU, haluaa tuhota ukrainan.

[@user-fz8yc1ew1s]

У сочувствующих мозги промытые круче чем у украинцев

[@markmarky1124]

What a wonderful 'fairytale' story in the midst of the horrors of war and death. I pray for this family and all of Ukraine. ❤💙💛

[@reijoheikkila4578]

EU, haluaa tuhota ukrainan.

[@heyigotchaosjuice7091]

What a great story! God bless you and your family Emerald!!

[@aprilsmith3683]

I watched the very first couple of interviews with this amazing lady... Incredible fortitude... 🇿🇦🕊🇺🇦...2023

[@normanstevenson9596]

What an extraordinary and beautiful story under such circumstances. I hope one day to visit Ukraine and these wonderful people. Thank you so much for sharing. From Canada 🇨🇦

[@dreyone6156]

the lambs feed from the propaganda trough

[@user-sv2rx7xu6i]

While the shells were exploding in the Donbass, this heroine was engaged in design, and only when the rockets began to explode near her jewelry store did she notice that there was a war going on in Ukraine.

[@tngai84e]

​@@user-sv2rx7xu6i are you at the front line too?

[@user-fz8yc1ew1s]

Ага точно Приезжай может быть ракету увидишь

[@normanstevenson9596]

@@user-fz8yc1ew1s 😁🤣

[@johnnytampocao7671]

I heard the story of Emerald and her husband who's in the Frontline as well a few months ago, I don't recall from which channel. She's amazing brave woman, she has everything and she can simply get out of their country and live comfortably in other countries but she choose to fight for her devastated country. She's a hero and a skilled sharp shooter, I salute this kind of human being. What an inspiring war/love story. I pray that war will end soon and the couple survived and peace for every Ukrainian. Slava Ukraine 🇺🇦 🇺🇦 🇵🇭 🇵🇭 🇺🇸 🇺🇸

[@AwakenedAvocado]

Stunning and brave

[@jameswright2974]

7 million fled ???????? When usa puppet Zelensky slaughtered his own citizens

[@user-fz8yc1ew1s]

Сними уже наконец розовые очки

[@helenivanova5440]

@@user-fz8yc1ew1s зря стараешься, валенок.

[@houstonmarron]

We need a lady like this in our lives . Im inspired to be super selfless. This is absolute selflessness. 99.9% folks won’t do that

[@DraxTheDestroyer]

This is the best story I've listened to in years! I know they love their job and if needed they will give their life for their country, but I hope they will take safer jobs to raise that girl to be the best that she can be.

[@stevenbaker8903]

Gotta make the country safe again for her to even survive

[@MDavis.A25]

Emerald, Happy Mother's day. Heroyam Slava.

[@MDavis.A25]

The passion and fire of your heart and soul. Slava Ukraine, Heroyam Slava

[@aaronoverby4830]

​@Kazimierz Spaczynski how come you're not out there fighting for putins "special military failure" then?

[@joebenson528]

@@aaronoverby4830 Why are you not fighting alongside the far right Banderites? UA losses 150,000 DPR and LPR losses: 16,000 RU losses: 750 Wagner Losses: 1,000 Source: US Pentagon

[@aaronoverby4830]

@@joebenson528 awesome comeback! You thought of that all by yourself? Question for your now. Do you shine those russian boots before licking them?

[@twilightknight2333]

@@aaronoverby4830 Why aren't out there fighting for Zelensky and the entire NATO financial support and his failed attempt to retake his lost land?

[@VINLAND_777]

@@twilightknight2333re you a racist supporting Russian fascism and imperialism?

[@kristineanix9045]

Yes she is and amazing example of how women can achieve anything once they put their mind t it! and of course she also has such natural talent!!! I Pray for she and her families safety and blessing and abundance !!

[@ZoomDoomBoom]

Emerald's story is inspiring and oddly beautiful. I think she's someone to look up to!

[@ubercaulking3656]

I know big burly guys like me are not suppose to cry but this women's story touch me deeply. All the best wishes to her and her husband and there war time baby. Slava Ukraini

[@michaelamiller2829]

Another person who can't find Ukraine on the map and knows nothing about history is supporting Ukraine Nazis.😅

[@sever427]

You definitely supposed to cry

[@wolfgangwandl4219]

You are prone to propaganda.

[@ubercaulking3656]

@@wolfgangwandl4219 Relax Wolfy Life is short.

[@maxengelberts7781]

And what a coincidence they filmed it all…. accept footage of her in action on the frontline, they somehow forgot that. But they got the wedding on tape and her meeting a stranger from who she got pregnant in times of war after only 3 days of knowing each other. You really think they put this woman in danger? She became famous on social media and serves as an inspiration, she’s way to important to put in danger, it would be very bad for propaganda when she gets killed. So I actually don’t know what to think of this.

[@tomkelly9801]

Support to those at the front lines and glory to those who came back on a shield.

[@sanjarmirzaliev528]

She'll die in few days

[@fugak-han0072]

Heartbreaking. Respect and admiration to this brave living hero! From Philippines with ❤️

[@car3l0]

Slava Ukraini! 🇺🇦 Much love from the Philippines 🇵🇭

[@TheFlutecart]

Great reporting. Great people. Who could not want to help people like that?

[@philgee7249]

Trump and MAGA Republicans, sadly.

[@ohgeazy]

The barracks helping her out real nice …

[@barbarakauppi9915]

@@philgee7249 Bloody self-obsessed Americans.. can you get over yourselves for 2 measly seconds and leave your insane tendentious politics away from everyone else on the planet?? Are you deliberately trying to divide your country's support for freedom from tyranny?? Dang, nothing like doing the troll work of the vatnik Putler-trolls for them... ... .. oh, wait

[@jberkeley1195]

She's no emerald she's a DIAMOND 💎 and a warrior 💪 Slava Ukraine 🇺🇦🇬🇧🇺🇦✌️

[@ohgeazy]

I just know the barracks treating her real nice….

[@PaulM745]

​@@ohgeazy huh?

[@ohgeazy]

@@PaulM745 😉

[@RnRnR]

​@@ohgeazy 🤢

[@jdheatmag]

@@ohgeazy Mother's baby, father's maybe? 🤣😂🤣

[@felipesoriano5948]

So touching! I pray she and her husband will live through this crazy war. God bless you!

[@mainakdey5845]

What a wonderful video !! More Power to Ukraine !! #slavaukraini

[@jakhaughton1800]

The adage ‘Shoot and Scoot’ is the way to stay alive plus breathing being steady. Add steady nerves and you have this young lady. A true hero.

[@tramp2827]

Patriotism at its best. These people love their country to death. Literally.

[@australiasfirstmate1556]

There must be a "redefined" meaning of patriotism in the Western World with "Joan of Arc Ukraine!"

[@Flitalidapouet]

Hey .... to death is a good thing ????? When did this happen. Must have skipped a chapter.

[@JamiePaul-rs3qu]

Propagandist at its best. It’s so obvious what’s going on here. We are getting very bad at propaganda.

[@redishere2023]

This woman is a psychopath who doesn't love anything except satisfying her primordial urges.

[@tramp2827]

@@Flitalidapouet Never said it was a good or bad thing. Just made a statement due to the fact that a lot of Ukrainians including this female along with the president, with the ability flee to someplace safer, decided to stay and fight - maybe die - for their country. How many countries you know off that a pregnant female would be on the frontline fighting? That's the chapter you missed. I can think of maybe 3 countries. Israel, Finland and Ukraine. Maybe the Brits, too.

[@user-hd9nc7zp1v]

Emerald shines through the darkness and chaos of the war. Be save Emerald and Slavi Ukraine

[@aubreymeier8422]

I immediately teared up hearing the blood-curdling scream from the woman first witnessing her city being bombed by Russians at minute 3. I don't cry much watching the news, even though it's terrible these days. I think we are all collectively getting numbed to horrific events because they are becoming so frequent. But when you hear a woman scream in horror for the town she loves, that hit a cord, hearing a human truly suffering. I continue to pray for Ukraine, and all other war-torn countries, and for a future of peace and love for other humans. We need to come together and realize at the end of the day, we are all humans, but we hate others and destroy the planet we need to survive... for what? Power? Money? When will we stop politicians from tearing us all apart and having the authority to justify deadly attacks on others? In times like these... we could all use more prayers and love. Again, I pray for Ukraine and the state of the world, that this collective suffering will end soon.

[@user-hi1zp4ob7g]

🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@xxxxbigrich5752]

What a story just amazing. I spent 22 years in the military best years of my life! The stories the time you spend building lifelong friendships it’s absolutely incredible. And for them it must be tough but with each other they will stop their enemy. 🙏🏽

[@susanna8612]

Has it been difficult to live normal life after? Usually when people are In communities and even In survival situations people live in the moment and unite. Then In normal life everyone gets separated and irrelevant things takes the front seat.

[@drmikeosgood]

Another wonderful example of the love and beauty of this world! Love to Emerald's😇🥰 family

[@aleksandartodorovic7996]

Another typical "Hollywood/CNN style agit prop video (false story). Deja Vue (too many times before). America's is clearly running out of creativity.

[@_rainbow_1799]

What a beautiful extraordinary woman you are, you are so special. Wishing you all great things in life with your whole family. Stay safe and God bless you all Ukrainian.

[@eleanorhernandez2348]

Amazing Women!! Very impressive having them at the military!! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@Theveganshift77]

Real beautiful story. Long life to Emerald, her husband, and their daughter. I hope Ukraine comes out of this stronger and better.

[@ivanangeli]

it can;t happen. What I would wish for them is peace, as soon as possible. But then those who survived and stayed will have to pay to west for rebuilding...

[@Theveganshift77]

@@ivanangeli Peace as soon as possible: That would only happen if the Russians left tomorrow or either Russia or Ukraine are completely defeated in a very short time. Since neither is likely to happen any time soon, this war will keep dragging on.

[@svetlanak7766]

Where Emerald was when ukranian government was killing their citizens back in 2014? Oh yes, probably still a child back then but does not justify about different treatment of people. I hope when she is a mother, it will change her prospective on life.

[@Theveganshift77]

@@svetlanak7766 now the one killing Ukranian citizens is the Russian invaders. It is tough to be Ukranian

[@charleswashington9552]

Ukraine is now paying the price for it's future unimaginable greatness. I want to be Ukrainian..

[@missthang4982]

What a powerful story. So proud of her. That'a girl! 🤜💥🤛 Glory be to Ukraine Sudbury, Ontario, Canada 🇨🇦✌️

[@greg3930]

Дякуємо за підтримку ❤🇺🇦

[@eggbenedict-gt7mw]

Go brush ur teeth

[@kristenledford3289]

❤I absolutely love this story about Emarld. One of the most remarkable women in Ukraine. ❤

[@IdLike2Apologize2AbsolutelyNo1]

I hope this new family find peace. Thie was a beautiful story

[@jeffgator]

Wonderful piece Scripps! Thank you for the excellent reporting, interview, and story!

[@OldFartGrows]

What a 🎁 on Mother's Day. I'm in awe of her strength.

[@JamesMBC]

She's now a truly legendary warrior. She's also inspired and guided other new fighters.

[@jamesconner3437]

No movie could have been more absorbing than watching this brave patriot's face as she explained why and what she is doing. My admiration has no words.

[@jacobkelsey6726]

One of my favourite stones worn by one of my favourite women, a woman who takes out orcs at will is a smokn woman..keep up the dedicated work Em & Glory to Ukraine. xo❤

[@jacobkelsey6726]

So want to get over to Ukraine to help defend their homeland.. If I just rock up will I b able to sign up & go to the front?

[@jacobkelsey6726]

R U able to give me some advice on how to get to Ukraine..? I guess the closest I can get by plane is Poland or what? I'm From Australia

[@user-DrJoe-Future]

She is an incredible Ukrainian War Hero, Mother, business woman, and may God Protect her and her Husband from the dreaded and totally unnecessary War.

[@user-yu3tw5rp4k]

How natural she is that's why I love lady more than me very strong mentally emotional love thanks darling ❤❤❤

[@burtthebeast4239]

WAR SUCKS, BUT SOMETIMES NECESSARY....FIGHT ON HEROES. GOD BLESS YOU ALL.

[@tripple3473]

These two are such amazing human beings. I hope they both prosper for a long long time. God bless

[@Dennismelnychuk]

Thank you for all you have done Emerald

[@NguyenTran-ki9lp]

Wonder woman! Wish her and family all the best!

[@allentadiosa-op3li]

proud of you emerald...defend your country..from philippines...

[@vincegedeon6583]

Such an intelligent brave women with a great attitude like all Ukrainians💪🇺🇦

[@hazepennington9303]

What a brave and Beautiful lady,, May God bless you Emareld and your family and Happy mother's Day to you 💐,, and may God protect you and your family from any harm ,, May you and your Husband have a blessed future and peace come to Ukraine soon ,, Victory for Ukraine 🇺🇸 🇺🇦,,

[@HeyJudeNoble]

Semper Fi Emerald and congrats on the birth of your daughter.