Rodent Infestation Hampers Troops on Ukraine's Front Lines

Unverified Reports Suggest Russian Soldiers Suffering from Infectious Diseases Amid 'Exceptional Levels' of Rats and Mice

Both Ukrainian and Russian troops are suffering from 'exceptional levels' of rat and mice infestation on the front lines, leading to a drop in morale and potential illness.
Unverified reports suggest that Russian troops are suffering from infectious diseases related to the explosion in the rodent population in the trenches of eastern Ukraine.
The rodents are also a threat to military equipment, gnawing through cables as they seek shelter in vehicles and defensive positions.
Russian forces in the Kharkiv region in Ukraine have been dealing with outbreaks of 'mouse fever,' a type of hantavirus transmitted to humans from rodents.
The rodent problem is attributed to this year's mild autumn and the abundance of food in fields left dormant due to ongoing fighting.