Ukrainian Mayor, Abducted by Russia, Dies in Captivity
Yevhen Matvieiev, mayor of the Russian-occupied Dniprorudne, perished after two years and eight months in captivity, where he endured torture. His body was repatriated to Ukraine during a recent prisoner exchange. Matvieiev remained in Dniprorudne throughout the occupation, supporting his constituents and providing crucial updates. His death was confirmed by Ivan Fedorov, Head of Zaporizhzhia Oblast Military Administration.
John Q. Hosedrinker