Russian Elites Brought Far From Frontline for Safety During War, According to UK Intelligence

A UK Ministry of Defence intelligence report reveals a stark division in Russia between ordinary citizens and the elite.
Ordinary Russian men are required to undergo military service, while members of the United Russia Party and sons of high-ranking Kremlin officials are sidestepping this obligation by joining a specialized drone unit in Ukraine called “Bars Kaskad.”
The unit operates away from combat zones, ensuring the safety of its elite members, some of whom are even protected by bodyguards.
The Bars Kaskad was reportedly formed by Dmitry Sablin, the deputy chairman of Russia’s State Duma Defense, and some analysts believe it was set up to exploit publicity opportunities for Russian elites.
Independent journalist Ruslan Leviev suggested that wealthy individuals in the unit are using it as a way to demonstrate their patriotism and potentially boost their political careers.