This drone footage shows a Russian soldier sneaking up on his Ukrainian counterpart and shooting him at very close range. This action is believed to have occurred in the region of Avdiivka. Viewer discretion is advised.

The Russian pops up at 0:12 and guns down the Ukrainian from just meters away, causing him to collapse into his dugout. At this point, the Russian advances and fires into the hole, confirming the kill. He then crawls back into the hole he came from, evoking imagery of an ambush predator in its natural habitat.

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Cole Simms

Cole Simms is an Air Guardsman, NASA enthusiast, police officer, and security contractor with particular experience in austere environments. Outside of work, he volunteers as a Stop The Bleed instructor for area schools. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Homeland Security and Emergency Management, and blends his knowledge and experience to write analysis for Funker530.

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