Another Russian drone operator has defected to the Ukrainian armed forces.
The comments section exploded, as people across all nations universally despise traitors.
Reported by Russia's News on April 22.
Yesterday, drone operator Artyom Klimov became another Russian soldier to switch sides and join Ukraine’s military.
This move was revealed through a report, which cited Ukrainian sources stating that Klimov had signed a contract to participate in the special military operation, subsequently serving in a communications unit before being transferred to a drone unit.
It is reported that Artyom Klimov has already been interviewed by a Ukrainian blogger, during which he admitted to his act of betrayal.
Similar cases were reported in February 2026.
At that time, media outlets covered former drone operator Myroslav Simonov, who similarly betrayed his comrades and fled to Ukraine with allegedly critical intelligence about Russian military operations.
Ukrainian media linked Simonov’s value to his prior experience working in special forces.
According to reports, this Russian national had worked at the “Rubicon” center involved in the special military operation—focused on developing and deploying advanced drone technologies.
Online user Alex sighed: "Schools never taught them to love their country. How tragic."
Andrei Belov said: "He forgot one thing—traitors are unwelcome everywhere, and their lives don’t last long."
Original article: toutiao.com/article/1863152718202944/
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