For “White”, going home to Russia after the war is not an option. If he does, he wants it to be in a tank to take down Vladimir Putin.

The 26-year-old Russian volunteer has spent the past two years fighting for Ukraine – battling against his own countrymen on the front lines. His unit, under cover of darkness, has infiltrated Russia and carried out sabotage operations there.

White, who hails from the city of Samara in Russia’s south, is one of hundreds of defectors fighting in the armed group Russian Volunteer Corps (RDK).

“I have always wanted to live according to my ideals,” he said at a training camp outside Kyiv. “When the war ends, I will continue fighting until Putin falls.”

RDK members range in age and background. Many are former Wagner Group fighters – like White. Some are ex-FSB agents and most of them are just civilians, but they share a singular commitment. “We fight to change something in Russia,” White said.

by Jackal8570

4 comments

  1. One of the brave few proving that Russians with a brain and sense of morality do still exist…may many more follow in his footsteps.

  2. Even if people turn against him, which I doubt will ever happen, he has many escape plans sorted. He won’t end up like Gaddafi. He will die very old in ridiculous luxury and never answer for his crimes. 

  3. White, you are the genesis of the new free Russia. The road ahead wont be short and easy, but your contribution and legacy will never be forgotten. Stay strong and vigilant. The day will come when we can embrace a new Russia and celebrate with you.

  4. It takes a brave and principled man to fight against his own.

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