Overview

• Andrei Morozov, a prominent Russian war blogger, died by apparent suicide after posting about significant Russian military losses in Avdiivka, Ukraine.
• Morozov's posts detailing the losses of approximately 16,000 soldiers and 300 armored vehicles led to criticism and pressure from Russian military officials and propagandists.
• Before his death, Morozov expressed being forced to delete his critical post and faced harassment from figures within the Russian military establishment.
• The blogger's death highlights the growing intolerance of dissent in Russia, especially against the backdrop of the upcoming presidential election.
• Morozov's reporting provided a rare glimpse into the challenges faced by Russian troops in Ukraine, contrasting with the official narrative.