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Ukrainian soldier details Chechen booby traps

A Ukrainian soldier explains how Chechen fighters are using booby traps with hooks attached to IEDs that detonate when soldiers move away.

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Sunday, 19 April 2026 at 13:45 UTC
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A Ukrainian soldier has described a new type of booby trap being used by Chechen fighters in the conflict. The traps consist of small hooks attached to improvised explosive devices that catch on soldiers' clothing. When the soldier moves away, the tension triggers the explosive device, causing casualties. The soldier compared the tactic to booby traps used during the Vietnam War, highlighting the evolving nature of battlefield threats in Ukraine.
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