A Scottish soldier fighting in Ukraine had a few hours' respite before going back to the front line.
"I have no plans to come back home anytime soon," Adam told BBC Scotland. "My heart is invested in this war effort like the brave boys around me.
Adam, from Biggar in South Lanarkshire, had Christmas Day away from duty, but did not switch off for a minute. "They don't have electricity for days at a time and they are relying on humanitarian aid for survival.""Anyone that can help needs to help. There are plenty of charities sending aid over. Every small donation whether it's food or clothes is vital.
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