Russian Soldiers Turning Their Backs on Armed Forces Amid War in Ukraine

An increase in Russian soldiers turning their backs on the armed forces since the start of the war in Ukraine is reported. Toughening of criminal code to increase discipline observed, with a spike in troops seeking a way out of the war.

Shooting Rampage by Drunk Russian Soldiers in Crimea

Drunk Russian soldiers go on a shooting rampage in a local cafe in Crimea, terrorizing locals and causing multiple injuries but no fatalities. The soldiers were celebrating Russia's Defender of the Fatherland Day and called for reinforcements from a pro-Putin private military company.