Who is Saint Javelin? Why Is The Picture Going Viral Amid Russia-Ukraine War?

New Delhi: The bloody war between Ukraine and Russia continues as Russian soldiers are continuously attacking and targeting several areas of Ukraine including Kyiv. A large number of soldiers and civilians have also been suffered in this war.

According to reports, so far 198 people have lost their lives in the Russian attack. Amidst the ongoing war, the picture of a saint has been viral on social media. In this picture, St Javelin is holding an Anti Tank Missile Launcher in her hand. The picture of Saint Javelin is in the news amidst the terrible scene in Ukraine. People are posting the image of the same on social media with respect. People believe that the Saint Javelin encourage them and are also expecting her to protect them.

Who is Saint Javelin?

Russian soldiers are continuously claiming to destroy many military bases in Ukraine, while Ukrainian soldiers also claim that they have shot down many Russian tanks and fighter planes. In the midst of the war, the picture of Javelin has become a face of courage for the people of Ukraine.

The Javelin missile in the hands of the saint is encouraging the people of Ukraine. In fact, in the 1980s, American defense companies designed the Javelin missile. Its weight is about 50 pounds. The army of the country can fire it by keeping it on its shoulders. The Ukrainian army is largely dependent on this anti-tank missile launcher to compete with Russian troops.

What is Javelin Missile?

Javelin missiles are considered as a better weapon to destroy military vehicles, tanks and bunkers. These missiles use infrared technology to target their targets. Army personnel can easily target armored vehicles and tanks with this. In the year 2018, Ukraine had purchased this weapon from America. A website with the same name was started to raise funds to support Ukraine, in addition to becoming a symbol of the Saint Javelin crisis. The website is selling clothes, flags and stickers with icons which people are very fond of.

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