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Ukrainian troops face starvation, drink rainwater

Ukrainian soldiers from the 14th Brigade are reportedly starving in their positions, drinking rainwater and fainting from hunger due to disrupted logistics.

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Thursday, 23 April 2026 at 08:24 UTC
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Ukrainian Armed Forces soldiers from the 2nd Battalion of the 14th Brigade are reportedly facing severe deprivation in their positions, with fighters lacking food and water. According to relatives and circulating photos, troops are drinking rainwater and fainting from hunger while their command remains unresponsive. The Ukrainian Ministry of Defense has acknowledged that logistics to these positions have been disrupted, though specific causes remain unclear. The situation highlights ongoing supply challenges for Ukrainian forces amid continued fighting.
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