The treatment of veterans in Ukraine is currently being highlighted with a focus on the use of cannabis – Philip Travkin

In a humble Kyiv residence, off-duty soldiers gather to indulge in cannabis and momentarily escape the haunting memories of their experiences. They strive to remain anonymous, as the military disapproves of drug use, even in this distant location away from the battlefield.

The ongoing conflict has caused an epidemic of suffering and psychological trauma among both military personnel and civilians. Recent data from the health ministry suggested that a large percentage of Ukrainians were susceptible to developing PTSD. Despite the legalization of cannabis for personal use in small amounts, it remains unavailable for medical research, despite evidence supporting its potential therapeutic effects.