In a dark turn of events, reports suggest that the Russian army has resorted to extreme measures to discipline its own troops during the conflict in Ukraine. Allegedly, soldiers who refuse to fight or are found guilty of heavy drinking are being subjected to a brutal form of punishment – confinement in makeshift dungeons known as ‘Zindan’ cells.
These Zindans, reminiscent of Imperial Russian practices in central Asia, are described as caged pits covered with metal grates, hastily dug into the earth. The Ministry of Defence, while unable to confirm their existence with absolute certainty, has received intelligence indicating a likelihood of their use, estimated at up to 75%.
The severity of disciplinary actions has reportedly increased since late last year, under the command of Chief of the General Staff Valery Gerasimov, who took charge in January amid concerns about supply chain issues and a lack of progress in the conflict. In the early stages of the invasion, commanders were comparatively lenient, permitting objectors to return home quietly. However, recent developments suggest a shift towards draconian measures.
One disconcerting aspect is the apparent confinement of soldiers for infractions such as heavy drinking or attempting to terminate their contracts. Videos circulating online, like one shared on Telegram by volunteer soldier Flarit Baitemirov, depict soldiers detained in three-meter deep pits for engaging in alcohol consumption. Baitemirov claimed to have spent four weeks underground, facing threats of criminal prosecution.
Another soldier, Pavel Gorelov from the 99th regiment, detailed a distressing situation in which he and his comrades were placed in a pit after being reported for consuming beer. He pleaded for intervention from the military prosecutor’s office, holding the commanding officer responsible for the inhumane treatment.
The Ministry of Defence’s latest intelligence update underscores the escalating severity of initiatives to improve discipline within the Russian forces, particularly since the autumn of the previous year. Multiple reports from Russian personnel corroborate the use of Zindans for various misdemeanors, including drunkenness and attempts to terminate military contracts.
As these distressing revelations unfold, the conflict in Ukraine continues to escalate, with shelling reported in Donetsk, Kherson, and Kharkiv. The impact of such disciplinary measures on the morale and effectiveness of the Russian army remains a subject of concern, adding a layer of complexity to the evolving dynamics of the ongoing conflict.
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