Anonymous Soldiers Reveal Chaos and Abuse Inside the Russian Army

Reports from the front lines of the war in Ukraine reveal a disturbing picture of the state of the Russian army. Soldiers and officers interviewed anonymously describe widespread alcohol and drug abuse, a lack of discipline, and chaotic conditions. "There was no coordination," one soldier recounts, "My immediate commander simply didn't show up, lied about having a mission, and got lost. We ended up under artillery fire." Another officer describes the harsh treatment of prisoners of war, stating, "They were simply tied to trees and left out in the cold." The accounts paint a stark contrast to the official narratives. These testimonies highlight the human cost of war and raise serious questions about the Russian army's capacity to function effectively.