Ukrainian Director Turns Accidental Footage into Powerful War Film

Ukrainian director Oleh Sentsov has turned accidental footage into a powerful new film titled Real. The 90-minute film captures frontline action, showcasing soldiers in a trench trying to coordinate the evacuation of wounded comrades stuck in a dangerous position. Sentsov, who was previously a political prisoner in Russia and now serves in the Ukrainian army, stumbled upon the footage six months after the intense battle. While going through old files on his GoPro camera, he discovered that the camera had been inadvertently switched on during the chaotic events of that day. Real provides a raw and unfiltered look at the realities of war, offering viewers a glimpse into the harrowing experiences faced by soldiers on the front lines. Sentsov's accidental footage has been transformed into a poignant and authentic portrayal of the challenges and sacrifices made by those involved in conflict.

French Citizen Detained in Russia for Collecting Military Data

A French citizen has been detained in Russia on charges of gathering military data and a court in Moscow has ruled that he will be held in pre-trial custody. The individual is accused of collecting information related to military issues in Russia.