Reunited: The Ukrainian couple who married near the front line

In March, Lesya and Valeriy, 2 volunteers successful Ukraine’s civilian defence forces, got joined successful a military-style ceremonial astatine a checkpoint, days aft Russia invaded Ukraine. Video of their wedding went viral.

Nine months later, Lesya has near the service though Valeriy continues to serve.

BBC News met the mates successful Kyiv arsenic they were reunited aft Valeriy returned from work to observe Christmas.

Corrrespondent: Hugo Bachega

Camera: Tim Facey

Producer: Rachael Thorn