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Euromaidanpress
Euromaidan Press
15 Jan 2024
Olena Mukhina


UK intel: War against Ukraine creates challenges in healthcare sector for civilian population in Russia

The impact of the Kremlin’s war against Ukraine is taking a toll on Russia’s civilian population, especially in the healthcare sector, according to a report from the UK Defense Ministry. Russian citizens are reportedly struggling to access hospital services, with shortages of medical supplies, including crucial antibiotics.
A view of St. Basil’s Cathedral at the Red Square in Moscow on 17 March, 2020. Source: Sefa Karacan/Anadolu Agency

The civilian population of Russia is likely experiencing the impact of the Kremlin’s war against Ukraine, particularly in the healthcare sector, according to the UK Defense Ministry.

“Russian media has reported that the general public is struggling to access hospital services throughout the country. A shortage of medical products is also being reported, including broad-spectrum antibiotics,” the British intelligence report has revealed.

“The war is likely to be significantly contributing to this situation, as hospitals are treating the wounded personnel. The government is also being forced to reduce the civilian health estate nationwide, due to a lack of clinical staff and financial pressure,” the report says.

Earlier, BBC reported that the Russian move to send convicts to the war against Ukraine sparked outrage among Russian troops.

Many prisoners agree to go on the battlefield due to high payments. Still, soon after being deployed to Ukraine, they realize they are being sent into a “total meat-grinder” without weapons or training.

In 2023, UK intelligence confirmed that Russia sent Shtorm-Z units manned with convicts for Ukraine offenses, underscoring their low priority for support and orders to attack.

UK intel: Russia depends on convicts in Ukraine offensives

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