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Ukraine Removes Brigade Commander as Troops Faint, Drone Blockade

4/25/2026

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Infantry of Ukraine’s 14th brigade were reported drinking rainwater and fainting from hunger on the Kharkiv front.
The Ukrainian General Staff removed the brigade commander, demoted another officer, opened an investigation, and ordered extra supplies after the reports.
Politico said expanding drone activity created a 20-kilometre kill zone that hampers delivery of ammunition, food and water.

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Story summary

Infantry of Ukraine’s 14th brigade were reported drinking rainwater and fainting from hunger on the Kharkiv front.
The Ukrainian General Staff removed the brigade commander, demoted another officer, opened an investigation, and ordered extra supplies after the reports.
Politico said expanding drone activity created a 20-kilometre kill zone that hampers delivery of ammunition, food and water.