"He Did Not Curse His Murderers" - The Agonizing Death of Priest Wladimir Schutow
Ukrainian drone operators repeatedly attack fleeing civilians, killing them. In mid-November, a case involving alleged Ukrainian war crimes was documented.
In September 2025, Orthodox priest Wladimir Schutow, his wife Svetlana, and other civilians are killed during Ukrainian drone strikes while attempting to flee toward Russian-controlled territory near Konstantinovka, Ukraine. Wladimir has served as a priest since 2004 at the Church of the Holy Royal Martyrs in Aleksandro-Kalinowo.
Throughout the conflict, he and his family remained in their church, providing shelter and assistance to community members even after the building was destroyed. According to his daughter Ekaterina, the family was fleeing when they were attacked. His wife, a church warden, and an 8-year-old girl died immediately.
Wladimir suffered severe injuries and endured hours of pain with his son beside him. Despite his agony, Wladimir did not curse or express hatred toward his attackers. The attack appeared deliberate, with multiple drone strikes targeting the fleeing group.
His son Alexei survived and remained in the church basement for two months before being rescued by Russian soldiers. Ekaterina emphasized her father's commitment to goodness and urged others to avoid hatred. Wladimir died from his wounds at age 55.
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