#Ukraine

Horse therapy is emerging as a vital force in Ukraine’s struggle to heal from the brutal toll of war. For soldiers wounded physically and struggling with PTSD, these animals offer more than companionship, they provide a pathway to recovery that blends physical rehabilitation with deep psychological relief.

When Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, it shook the world. For many Americans, it was another headline — something happening “over there.” But for some of the US veterans and volunteers, it was a call to action. They packed bags, bought one-way tickets, and entered a war that wasn’t theirs, at least not by birth. For them, it became a matter of principle.