News Reports, Photos of Russia Using Horses, Donkeys on Front Lines in Ukraine War

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New York Post photo of Russian soldier on a horse that the newspaper used to illustrate what it claimed were use of the animals on the front lines in the Ukraine war. The photo was attributed to X/Anton Gerashchenko

Mar. 10, 2025

U.S. newspapers reported Monday that Russian forces are using horses and donkeys to carry supplies on front lines in the Ukraine war.

The Wall Street Journal and the New York Post reported the animals were used by Russia in the fluctuating front lines in place of armor that was more likely to be detected by sophisticated drones employed by Ukrainian forces.

Photo in the New York Post of donkeys reportedly to carry supplies to Russian troops. The photo was attributed to Telegram/@mag_vodogray

The Journal reported that Russian Lt. Gen. Viktor Sobolev told a pro-Kremlin media outlet last month the military was struggling to supply some units with ammunition, equipment and food. In this environment, using donkeys and horses in logistics is normal.

“It’s better if a donkey gets killed than two men in a car carrying the things necessary for battle and sustenance,” he was quoted.