As Russia’s war in Ukraine nears its fourth year, thousands of children have been orphaned, wounded, displaced, or forced into adult roles, with their lives unfolding in hospitals, temporary homes, and courtrooms far from the front lines. Through interviews with orphaned youth across Ukraine, the article highlights their traumatic experiences of loss and survival, the ongoing challenges of recovery, and the broader impact of the conflict on a generation of children—including accounts of forced deportations and long-term consequences that extend beyond the battlefield.