**Russian Commander‘s Rage: Intercepts Reveal Order to Shoot Own Troops**
A disturbing audio recording has emerged, suggesting a Russian commander lost his temper and ordered his soldiers to shoot at their own comrades in a neighboring unit. The intercepts were released by Ukraine’s military intelligence (HUR) on April 5.
In the audio clip, a frustrated Russian commander can be heard saying, “F**k the 55th, shoot them, that’s the battalion commander’s order, shoot them.” He appears to be angry at the adjacent Russian unit for not following an order properly and revealing their positions to Ukrainian troops. The authenticity of the audio has not been verified independently by The Kyiv Independent.
This incident raises questions about the scale of similar incidents within the Russian military, which has relied on its vast manpower to gradually gain ground across Ukraine’s front. Despite heavy losses, Russian forces have managed to capture some of Ukraine’s last strongholds in the Donbas region in the second half of 2024.
**”Friendly Fire” Incidents Plague Russian Army**
This is not an isolated incident. Multiple reports have emerged of “friendly fire” incidents within the Russian army. In December, HUR claimed that North Korean troops fighting alongside Moscow opened fire and killed eight Russian servicemen. This was just one example of such incidents.
**Russians in Ukraine Border Oblasts Celebrate Drone Attacks**
Interestingly, intercepts published by HUR last month suggested Russians living in oblasts bordering Ukraine celebrated recent drone attacks against Moscow. They saw it as a chance for those living in the capital to experience the effects of the war that they witness on a regular basis.
A woman from Russia’s Bryansk Oblast was heard saying, “So we can be f**king bombed, but Moscow Oblast is not? Let the bastards shut up and stay put!” Her companion responded, “They live their lives without fear, without knowing anything. Let them be at least a little bit afraid.”
These intercepts reveal a disturbing trend within Russian society, where some individuals seem to revel in the suffering of others. It highlights the deep-seated divisions and frustrations that have developed as Russia continues its invasion of Ukraine.
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