Russian soldiers tell BBC they saw fellow troops executed on commanders’ orders

Recent reports have emerged detailing horrific accounts from within the Russian military during the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Four individuals, speaking anonymously, have shared their experiences of extreme brutality and severe disciplinary actions meted out to fellow soldiers. According to their testimonies, two of these men claim to have witnessed soldiers being executed by firing squad for refusing to follow orders. These accounts shed light on the severe and potentially unlawful conditions faced by some military personnel involved in the war.