Nazar Daletskyi's family was convinced he had been killed in action as they had laid to rest a body they believed was his in their village cemetery. But recently, to their disbelief and joy, he called his mother, revealing that he was alive after being released from Russian captivity in a prisoner swap.

The emotional phone call, described by Nataliya as overwhelmingly joyous, showed a family reconnecting after years of grief. During the call, Nataliya asked if he was unharmed, expressing her relief when she confirmed he was intact, further cementing the emotional depth of their reunion.

Nazar, who returned home after almost four years, had been previously declared dead after a tragic incident, with the family having received confirmation from military authorities and holding a funeral for him. In a twist of fate, reports emerged early September 2023 from another soldier that Nazar was still alive, leading to hope among his relatives.

In a country grappling with the weight of war, where thousands of families await news of their missing loved ones, Nazar's story brings a glimmer of hope. His mother, who anxiously prepares his favorite meals for his return, wishes for similar good news for other families affected by the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Nataliya's longing for her son and her wish for others to experience her happiness underscores the emotional toll and hopeful longing felt by many in her situation.}