Russian soldier alleges commanders exploit ill troops as frontline 'cannon fodder'

Ukraine's military intelligence has released an audio recording that allegedly captures a Russian soldier expressing discontent with his commanders' decision to deploy seriously ill servicemen as frontline expendables. The claim was publicized through an audio post on Ukraine's military intelligence directorate (GUR) Telegram channel. The recording highlights a conversation in which the soldier criticizes the tactical deployment of unwell troops from his unit in active combat zones, as reported by Newsweek.