Insane: Russia is sending assault troops into combat without body armor

Current reporting indicates a terminal decline in the logistical provision for Russian frontline units, characterized by a critical deficit in personal ballistic protection. The erosion of state-level supply chains is exacerbated by the simultaneous failure of civilian volunteer networks, which previously mitigated equipment shortages. Combat personnel are increasingly forced to reallocate mobilization bonuses toward the procurement of essential survival gear and mobility assets. This transition from mechanized support to unprotected infantry maneuvers underscores a broader institutional inability to sustain material standards. The widening gap between command directives and available tactical resources suggests a paradigm where the individual soldier is the final buffer for systemic failure. Consequently, the operational effectiveness of assault units is suffering a geometric decline relative to the increase in attrition.

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