https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/the-26-year-old-russian-defector-who-fed-ukraine-his-army-s-battle-plans-the-10-point-for-october-16Continuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/the-26-year-old-russian-defector-who-fed-ukraine-his-army-s-battle-plans-the-10-point-for-october-16https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/the-26-year-old-russian-defector-who-fed-ukraine-his-army-s-battle-plans-the-10-point-for-october-16#u136098Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:03:42 +0000A 26-year-old Russian lieutenant, shocked by the invasion of Ukraine, turned against his country to assist Kyiv. The young officer contacted Ukrainian forces and supplied his army's battle plans, helping Ukraine target Russian positions and reportedly contributing to the deaths of hundreds of soldiers. After aiding Ukrainian military operations, the officer successfully escaped to Kyiv. The defection highlights internal dissent within the Russian military ranks and the severe operational risks posed by disillusioned officers leaking sensitive strategic information to opposing forces durin