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Historically, the Donbas region flourished due to its abundant coal deposits, essential for energy production and industrial operations. Even after Ukraine gained independence, coal mining remained vital to the nation's economy. Fast forward to the Russo-Ukrainian conflict, and these mines have now taken on a different significance as critical contributors to the war effort. The story of the miners, their families, and their struggles reveals how the harsh mining environment and the turbulence of war intertwine.