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flag Ukrainian military penguins—Antarctic base staff who joined the war—remain vital to Ukraine’s defense, with some returning to Antarctica despite combat injuries.

flag In 2026, Ukraine's "military penguins"—Ukrainian scientists and technicians who served at the Antarctic research base Vernadsky and later joined the military—continue to serve in the war effort. flag The base, acquired by Ukraine in 1996, has become a symbol of resilience, with 32 personnel who have worked there also fighting on the front lines. flag Yuriy Lyshenko, a diesel electrician who lost his leg in combat and survived a missile strike, returned to Antarctica in 2025 due to staffing shortages, exemplifying the enduring bond between polar service and military duty.

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