Recent reports reveal a harrowing situation within the Russian military amidst the ongoing conflict. Soldiers express feelings of being viewed as expendable by their commanders, leading to widespread desertion and punishment for those unwilling to fight. Disturbing drone footage has surfaced, showing Russian troops allegedly killing their own wounded on the battlefield. Accounts indicate that some commanders demand money from soldiers for safe passage out of combat, while those who refuse are often assigned to perilous missions. The brutality of these punishments highlights a deepening crisis within the ranks.