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Portaitissa of Donetsk

'This is the Northern Gates of Donetsk. Portaitissa! The front line begins just behind the runway. Perhaps that’s why most devastation meant for the city was taken by the Convent'. The Convent of the Iveron Icon of the Mother of God in Donetsk got hit during the battle for the Donetsk airport.

Hegumene of the Convent and her aide found themselves caught up in the hostilities. As the Convent was practically on the front line, the women were eyewitnesses to the attack on Donetsk Airport.

At first, the women didn’t understand what was going on. The Convent buried in blossoming flowers was damaged by the gunfire. Watch the video to learn more.

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