Russia Deploys Injured Soldiers in Combat to Ease Strain on Medical System

UK intelligence reports suggest wounded Russian troops are prematurely sent back to battle, reflecting strain on Moscow's military resources.

The UK Ministry of Defense has reported that injured Russian soldiers, including those on crutches, are being sent back to the front lines in Ukraine before fully recovering.
Open-source footage and intelligence indicate that Russia's 20th Combined Arms Army has formed assault groups composed of wounded personnel to bolster troop numbers.
The overburdened Russian military medical system is cited as a key reason for this practice, with commanders allegedly discharging injured soldiers prematurely to reduce strain on facilities.
Ukraine estimates over 840,000 Russian casualties since the war began, with approximately 400,000 soldiers requiring medical treatment away from the front line.
Criticism of the treatment of wounded soldiers has surfaced on Russian social media, with some military bloggers calling the practice a 'disgrace.'