Russian armed military deserter ‘liquidated’ after resisting arrest
Desertions have been a challenge for Russia because poor conditions, troubled logistics and military losses have contributed to low morale.
Soldiers with the 80th Separate Air Assault Brigade use their phones next to an APC at the front line on Orthodox Christmas, during a ceasefire announced by Russia over the Orthodox Christmas period, from the frontline region of Kreminna, Ukraine, January 6, 2023.(photo credit: CLODAGH KILCOYNE/REUTERS)
