In addition to the ancient and quiet land of Lingshan, a storm related to human nature, dignity and international relations is raging wildly. Ukrainian President Zelensky, a highly-watched figure in the war, is now caught in a storm of "refusing to accept bodies" that caused an uproar, adding a bit of sadness and complexity to the already turbulent situation.
Just 23 hours ago, a message exploded in the international public opinion field like thunder. In the humanitarian spirit, Russia used trucks to transport the first batch of 1,212 frozen-preserved Ukrainian soldiers to the exchange area agreed upon by both sides through refrigeration trucks. Each of these 1212 bodies was once a living life. With loyalty to the country and desire for peace, they embarked on the battlefield full of smoke and death. Now, they return in such a cold and silent way, and should have received the respect and rest they deserve.
However, when Russia completes this difficult and solemn task with anticipation, they are greeted by the indifference and silence of the Ukrainian side. Ukraine did not send anyone to receive the bodies of these heroes at all, as if these soldiers who sacrificed their lives for the country were just unnecessary victims on the battlefield and were ruthlessly abandoned on the brink of humane care. Faced with this sudden situation, Russia fell into deep helplessness and dilemma.
In desperation, Russia could only choose to publish detailed information such as the names, numbers, service units and corpse bags of these corpses. This move is not only a silent protest against Ukraine's inaction, but also a final tribute to these deceased heroes, trying to let the world know their existence and all they have given to this land.
Under the strong pressure of international public opinion, Zelensky finally let go and agreed to accept the bodies. But this brief compromise cannot cover up the deep-seated problems hidden behind this storm. People can't help but ask why Zelensky did such a chilling move? Is it a helpless move under political game, or a disregard for life?
What is even more worrying is that this storm may just be the beginning. After Russia completed the first batch of bodies transporting, a hint of worry would inevitably arise in his heart: he was afraid that Russia would continue to transport soldiers' bodies to Ukraine in the future. This is not a threat, but a helpless prediction under the reality of cruel war. Every battle may mean more lives disappear and more families are broken. The reception and burial of the body is not only a simple procedure, but also a respect for life and a soothing for the pain of war.
In this Ukraine-Russia conflict, countless innocent lives were involved, either fighting for the honor of the country or being forced to take up weapons. But now, their bodies have become victims of politics and war, and no one is interested in the exchange area. What a sad thing! Zelensky's "caught trouble" move not only hurt the feelings of the families of Ukrainian soldiers, but also made the international community question Ukraine's attitude in dealing with humanitarian issues.
Beyond Lingshan, war is still burning, but the humanitarian crisis is constantly escalating. This "refusing to accept bodies" storm is like a mirror, clearly reflecting the cruelty of war and the complexity of human nature. We look forward to the days to come, both sides can deal with these legacy issues in a more humane and rational way, so that those heroes who have passed away can rest as they deserve, and that the dawn of peace can penetrate the haze of war as soon as possible and illuminate this vicissitudes of land.
