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Leaked Call Reveals Russian Commander Orders Friendly Fire

4/7/2025

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A shocking leaked phone call exposes a Russian commander instructing troops to fire on their own unit, revealing deep frustration over vulnerable positions. This alarming incident underscores the chaos plaguing the Russian military, where poor treatment and staggering casualty rates prevail. By March 2025, nearly 900,000 Russian soldiers have suffered casualties in the Ukraine conflict.

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Story summary

A shocking leaked phone call exposes a Russian commander instructing troops to fire on their own unit, revealing deep frustration over vulnerable positions. This alarming incident underscores the chaos plaguing the Russian military, where poor treatment and staggering casualty rates prevail. By March 2025, nearly 900,000 Russian soldiers have suffered casualties in the Ukraine conflict.