Denisz Prokopenko

Denisz Prokopenko is the commander of the Azov Brigade, a unit known for its fierce resistance against Russian forces during the conflict in Ukraine. He has been in the news for his leadership during the siege of Mariupol and his ongoing efforts to advocate for the release of Azov soldiers still imprisoned in Russia. Prokopenko has underscored the unit's commitment to freeing their comrades and has been a prominent figure in the movement to raise awareness about their plight.