Russian Soldiers Who Deserted to Thailand – Now a Shocking Suspicion Has Emerged
Two Russian soldiers who deserted are implicated in a gruesome murder in Thailand.
Ukraine issues mercenary plea to stem manpower crisis
Ukraine is seeking to recruit more foreign fighters to address its manpower shortage amid high desertion and draft evasion rates.
In the front line, geopolitics is not addressed. Ukrainians are already coded for resilience, says Czech drone operator
A Czech drone operator discusses the motivations behind Czech volunteers joining the fight in Ukraine, the challenges faced by Ukrainian soldiers, including fatigue and desertion, and issues surrounding military preparedness amid criticisms from NATO.
Ukrainian army disappearing – Russian general
A senior Russian military official claims that the Ukrainian army is losing strength due to mass desertions and reduced ability to recruit new soldiers.
Mass desertion and a distorted picture: Dubai, the umpteenth reflection of the calendar's ills
The article discusses the significant dropouts from the WTA 1000 tournament in Dubai, highlighting issues within the women's tennis calendar and player fatigue.
FRSC dismisses 43 officers over desertion, misconduct
The Federal Road Safety Corps in Nigeria has dismissed 43 officers due to issues related to desertion and misconduct.
Russian deserter escaped from war. Germany wants to return him: 'You are safe in Russia'
A Russian pacifist who fled the battlefield in Ukraine is now facing deportation from Germany due to tightened asylum rules despite claims of safety upon his return to Russia.
"They're trying to escape the meat grinder through desertion"
The Ukrainian army faces personnel issues as many soldiers have been drafted against their will and are seeking ways to flee or buy their freedom, as reported by WELT reporter Christoph Wanner from Kiev.
Deserters: Soldiers are fleeing Ukraine
Ukraine is facing a significant issue with soldiers deserting or evading military service, as revealed by the removal of a public report detailing the large numbers involved.
Inside Ukraine's AWOL and desertion crisis
Ukraine is facing a severe crisis with a record number of soldiers going AWOL and deserting, reaching 21,602 cases in October 2025, amid ongoing infantry shortages that jeopardize their front lines.
Fight Against Desertion and Corruption. Ukraine Has the Youngest Defense Minister in History
Mykhailo Fedorov has been appointed as Ukraine's youngest defense minister, aiming to implement digital innovations in the army amid significant Russian pressure.
New Ukrainian Minister: 200,000 Soldiers Deserted, 2 Million Avoided Mobilization
Ukraine estimates that 200,000 of its soldiers have deserted while around two million individuals are being sought for avoiding military obligations, according to newly appointed Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.
New desertion in Belorado: Sister Myriam, the cook, leaves "fed up" with the situation
Sister Myriam, a cook at the Belorado monastery, has left due to dissatisfaction with the ongoing situation, leaving only seven ex-nuns remaining in the convent after a recent schism.