WATCH: "Was It Scary?" Putin Asks Autistic Teen Who Saved 23 Lives In Heroic Flood Rescue

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A 19-year-old with autism saved 23 people from raging floodwaters—and Vladimir Putin wanted to ask him just one question. The answer turned into the most emotional moment of the ceremony. Watch Putin honor one of Russia's youngest heroes during the 'Everything for Victory!' awards in Moscow. What You Need to Know Vladimir Putin presented awards at the Everything for Victory! ceremony in Moscow. One of the recipients was 19-year-old Shamil Ustarbekov from Kaspiysk, who has autism. During severe flooding in Dagestan, Shamil tied a rope to his leg before entering dangerous floodwaters to prevent being swept away. He rescued 23 people, earning national recognition for his bravery. Putin asked Shamil if he had been afraid. Shamil replied, "A little bit." Putin responded by saying fear is natural, adding that true strength comes from overcoming fear and continuing to help others. The emotional exchange quickly became one of the defining moments of the ceremony, highlighting courage, resili

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