Russian Soldier Defects to Ukraine After Destroying Military Base

The defection, facilitated by Ukrainian intelligence and anti-Putin partisans, yields valuable intelligence on Russian operations.

The soldier, known by the call sign 'Silver,' planned his defection for months with Ukrainian support.
Silver detonated explosives at his unit's headquarters, targeting his commander and fellow officers.
He cited disillusionment with Russian war crimes and command abuses as reasons for his defection.
Ukraine's 'I Want to Live' project played a key role in facilitating Silver's surrender.
The defector has provided critical insights into Russian military positions and strategies.