Ukrainian, but Forced to Fight for Russia's Army, Dmytro Chose to Resist

'I'm Ukrainian and forced to fight for Russia — here's how I resist'

In occupied territories, reports suggest that Ukrainians are forced to take Russian passports and register for military service.

Ukrainian, but forced to fight for Russia's army, Dmytro chose to resist

Editor's Note: This story uses a pseudonym to protect the individual’s identity because they could face repercussions for speaking to Ukrainian media. Like many in occupied Ukraine, ‘Dmytro’ stayed in his hometown for his family — his parents — and not because he wanted to live under Russian rule. Later mobilized into the Russian army, he was ordered to fight his own country. Now he works against Russia from within its own ranks. "I don't like i…