The age-old adage of “leaving no man behind” was seemingly disregarded by Russian soldiers after a video emerged on April 24 showing their comrade left to drown in Ukrainian waters.
The footage, shared by Telegram channel Supernova+, showed the soldiers traveling by motorboat between islands near Kherson when they came under fire from Ukrainian defenders.
One of the soldiers fell into the water, weighed down by his equipment, but instead of attempting to rescue him, his fellow soldiers chose to leave him behind and escape the danger.
The incident once again calls into question the Kremlin’s narrative that they never abandon their own.
The soldier’s tragic fate contradicts this claim, demonstrating that self-preservation is prioritized over the welfare of their comrades.
The video has sparked outrage among netizens, with many calling for justice and accountability for the soldier’s death.
The incident also highlights the ongoing tensions between Russia and Ukraine, with military confrontations and skirmishes still occurring in the region despite the ceasefire agreement signed in 2015.
While the Russian military has yet to comment on the incident, it raises concerns about the ethical standards and training of their soldiers.
The failure to uphold the principle of leaving no man behind is a serious breach of military protocol and violates the trust and camaraderie essential to effective military operations.
