1
Sounds of gun thunder
Ukraine cities in rubble
Democracy choked.
2
Putin's soldiers March
Innocents' lives are lost
For what vanity!
A vivid depiction of a ruthless leader. Autocratic leaders are pests of democracy.
reread= you speak for so many of us at PH and you do so with a simplicity and directness that gives these heart-felt lines such a huge power
choking freedom----very powerful words for the manner of death the Ukrainian people and nation is under going for the sick maniacal pleasure of a horrid 'man'---- 5 tortured stars, my dear compassionate friend
I appreciated the hospitality of the Ukrainian people when I visited twice a number of years ago. Great writes! ! I especially appreciate the end…"For what vanity! "
Excellent poetry. Brevity is always Bharati's hallmark. That is why she shines in Haikus.
This poem has not been translated into any other language yet.
I would like to translate this poem
Beautiful. Beautifully composed dear poetess. Liked the second one