Russian Army Bans Private Vehicles, Soldiers Use Taxis for Frontline Evacuations
A Russian military ban on privately owned vehicles used in Ukraine has severely hampered logistics and battlefield operations, particularly in the Donetsk region. This policy, intended to reduce drunk driving accidents, has forced reliance on civilian taxis for evacuating wounded soldiers, a situation acknowledged and praised by pro-Russian sources. The ban, coupled with heavy military vehicle losses, has created a critical shortage of transport, leading to soldiers using bicycles for supplies and hiding vehicles to avoid severe penalties, including threats of death. This highlights significant weaknesses in Russia’s military logistical capabilities.
John Q. Hosedrinker