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Report describes Russian soldier punished for refusing a mission

A report says a Russian soldier was buried up to his neck after refusing what was described as a senseless mission.

By DoomRadar · Published on DoomRadar Aug 27, 2026, 1:08 PM UTC.

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The allegation highlights potential military discipline and morale problems within Russia's forces.

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Putin shame as Russian soldier buried up to his neck after refusing 'senseless' mission | World | News ↗express.co.uk · Recorded source date: Aug 27, 2026, 1:02 PM UTC

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