# Russian POW reportedly escapes and kills 5 Ukrainian soldiers in Kharkiv Oblast

https://mins.news/en/item/99604

- The Kyiv Independent, 2026-10-14 11:20 UTC
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- Original: https://kyivindependent.com/russian-pow-reportedly-escapes-in-kharkiv-oblast-kills-5-ukrainian-soldiers/

> A Russian prisoner of war reportedly escaped captivity and killed five Ukrainian service members in Kharkiv Oblast on Oct. 13, Ukrainian media reported. The regional prosecutor’s office confirmed an investigation but did not identify the suspect as a Russian POW; investigators are also examining a possible link to a Russian sabotage and reconnaissance group.

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