Portaitissa of Donetsk / 2022 #Donbass #Ukraine #notonyourtv

“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 was hit during the battle for 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 became eyewitnesses to the attack on Donetsk airport. They endured firing and shelling, yet they say it was the best time for them. Why?

Watch the film Portaitissa of Donetsk to find the answers. #documentaryplanet