Video of Russian soldier’s captivity reveals internal reality of the Russian army
The official unit of the Ukrainian Defense Ministry’s Main Intelligence Directorate has released shocking footage showing the journey of a Russian invader into captivity — a video recorded from his own phone.
These frames offer a rare glimpse into the daily life of Russian military personnel, serving as an internal portrait of the aggressor’s army.
The footage covers various episodes: from flying on an airplane, through conflicts among the occupiers, to a moment of injury.
According to Ukrainian intelligence sources, the captive is a serviceman of the 36th brigade and hails from Zabaysk region — a remote area thousands of kilometers from Ukraine.
His long journey started with a tourist visa to Russia, where he initially worked in a restaurant, but was detained by police for lack of proper permits.
Law enforcement offered him a stark choice: 20 years of imprisonment or signing a contract with the Russian Defense Ministry.
The video, shot on his own device, captures moments of his captivity — from tense conversations with other occupiers to scenes depicting their brutal attitude towards the war, including eating a wind instrument and acts of mockery.
The most telling frames come from footage recorded after he was rescued by Ukrainian intelligence fighters.
This visual account offers a stark insight into the internal workings and mindset of the Russian army, revealing truths far removed from Kremlin propaganda promises.