# Die Zeit reports dozens of Ukrainian soldiers deserted during training in Germany

https://mins.news/en/item/27398

- Meduza, 2026-08-20 14:22 UTC
- World
- Original: https://meduza.io/en/feature/2026/08/20/i-just-don-t-want-to-kill-or-die-die-zeit-reports-that-dozens-of-ukrainian-soldiers-deserted-during-training-in-germany

> Dozens of Ukrainian soldiers reportedly deserted while training in Germany, including about 80 cases in Saxony-Anhalt. One recruit, pianist Volodymyr Shulgin, said he left after alleged abusive treatment and threats from Ukrainian officers. Deserters may face up to 12 years in prison in Ukraine, while their prospects for staying in Germany remain uncertain.

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