Russia launched what has been described as a full-scale invasion into Ukraine in the early hours of the morning. As Russia strikes major zones within the sovereign country, there have been reports of Russian attack helicopters and explosions in cities. On their Twitch channel, a streamer captured the sounds of a bombing in its early stages.
As streamer Katymentooll walked her dog in an urban area in Odessa, Ukraine, around 11 a.m. EET (3 A.M. CT), the video was captured. A loud explosion could be heard some distance away while the streamer was talking to her viewers, prompting a worried expression on her face.
She dashed into the nearest building after hearing the noise, where she looked outside and waited to see if there was any danger in the area.
Katymentooll and her dog returned home safely shortly after the incident in the video. The streamer and her dog have been discussing the situation in Ukraine on Twitch for some time. She’s doing the best she can with the ongoing crisis, answering viewers’ questions.
During the conflict, Katymentooll intends to stay at home with her mother and dog. She’s in a good mood, and if you ask nicely, she might even show off her adorable corgi.
After years of failed peace talks between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the conflict in Ukraine has erupted. During that time, the United States has worked to defend and strengthen Ukraine’s defenses in the event of an invasion. The day when Russia will put those defenses to the test appears to have arrived.
Whether you’re a streamer in the middle of the conflict or halfway around the world, many people appear to be holding their breath, waiting to see what happens next.
