Some Russian military units fighting in Ukraine are experiencing a shortage of drinking water, with attempts to filter water from stagnant puddles being reported.
This information comes from the UK Ministry of Defence on X (Twitter)
"Damage caused by Russian strikes on utility infrastructure is almost certainly reducing water supplies. Any issues with water supply will be exacerbated by a period of above-average temperatures in the region," the statement said.
According to the briefing, on July 23, a pro-Russian military blogger reported that water rations for Russian pilots were limited to one liter per day, equivalent to a quarter of the minimum recommended amount for working in high-temperature conditions.
As a result, Russian pilots have turned to local residents for water. The blogger appealed to Russian water supply companies to deliver additional water to Russian military bases in Rostov, Voronezh, and Crimea.
British intelligence indicates that due to the water shortage, some Russian military units have been forced to improvise by attempting to filter stagnant puddles for their daily water needs. This has likely led to an increase in waterborne diseases among Russian soldiers.
Previously, British intelligence reported that the lack of regular rotation of units is one of the most significant factors contributing to low morale and the inability of the Russian army to conduct higher-level training since the invasion.
The absence of such training increases Russia's difficulties in conducting successful complex offensive operations, the UK Ministry of Defence added.
