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Photos have appeared on social networks depicting the damaged BMP-3, on the armor of which mannequins with "faces" wrapped in red rags are placed. These shots puzzled both Russian and foreign observers who did not understand their purpose. Forbes tried to figure this out.
- it is said in the Western press.
As indicated, there were not one, but two IFVs, which were loaded with mannequins dressed in Russian military uniforms of green color. It is said that both cars were hit while driving. It happened in the area of Belogorovka in the Luhansk region.
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- the publication asks a question.
For our part, we note that a deceptive maneuver could have taken place: two IFVs with a "landing party" on remote control or with a fixed direction of travel distracted the attention of the enemy (including UAVs). At this time, various combat missions could be performed – penetration of the DRG, evacuation or assault operations from another direction. Considering that two BMP-3s were lost, the goal was probably worthwhile.