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Russian Army Morale Collapses Amid “Zeroing Out” Abuses
A new investigation reveals the Russian military's widespread use of "zeroing out," a practice of systemic abuse, extortion, and violence against soldiers by their own commanders. This internal brutality is reportedly fueling morale collapse, driving desertions, and paradoxically serving as a tool for the Kremlin to maintain offensive momentum despite immense human cost.