A former Russian soldier and blogger, Alexander Loenin, has reportedly been detained following a viral video where he called on President Putin for a televised meeting. Loenin sought to discuss alleged abuses within the Russian army, claiming soldiers are sent on suicidal missions and those who object face torture and even death. He detailed accusations of commanders accepting bribes and falsely reporting dissenting soldiers as missing. While the detention is unconfirmed by official sources, a Telegram channel administrator close to Loenin’s family reports he is being held for eleven days on administrative charges and is in good health. Loenin gained prominence after posting the video on Instagram, a platform blocked in Russia, which garnered millions of views. His demands for a public confrontation with Putin included threats regarding the army’s loyalty. The allegations align with previous criticisms emerging from within the Russian military.