Yevgeny Telepnyov, a decorated sapper commander from Ufa, shares his experiences on the podcast "How It Was." As a recipient of the "For Bravery" medal and the Order of St. George Cross, he recounts his missions in Bahmut and Kherson, where he faced NATO mines just 50 meters from enemy positions.

In the interview, Telepnyov provides a glimpse into the life of a sapper, discussing the challenges of demining, the types of traps used by the Ukrainian Armed Forces, and reflects on his moments of fear while serving on the front lines. To hear his firsthand accounts, you can watch the video on VK and listen to the audio version on the same platform.