Soldier Mykola Skraga, codenamed “Voron,” was killed on December 12, 2025, in the town of Rodynske after being struck by an enemy FPV drone. He was 26 years old.
Mykola was born on February 17, 1999, in Kramatorsk. He studied at Kramatorsk Higher Vocational School No. 14. He was passionate about sports and practiced MMA. He loved spending time with his family and cherished simple moments with his loved ones.
In 2019, Mykola left his hometown. He lived in Kyiv and worked as a polisher at a detailing studio.
When the full-scale invasion began, he joined the ranks of the defenders. He served in the 71st Separate Airborne Brigade of the Airborne Assault Forces.
“Thank you for your life, my best husband. You are mine forever. We remember the value of life,” wrote his wife, Yelyzaveta.
Mykola was buried in Kyiv at the Lisovy Cemetery.
He is survived by his wife, daughter, mother, and sister.
At 9:00 a.m.—a nationwide minute of silence. The Donetsk Regional Military Administration and the “Memorial to Heroes” platform are honoring the fallen defenders from the Donetsk region.