Tatiana Sterkhova, the mother of a Russian soldier killed in Ukraine, has publicly condemned Vladimir Putin in a powerfully emotional video. She accuses Putin of sacrificing Russian lives and warns of a potential civil war within Russia due to the ongoing conflict. Sterkhova declared she will not allow her second son to be drafted into the military, expressing her anguish over the loss. The video, published by the independent Russian news outlet "Kholod," showcases growing discontent among families affected by the war. This act of defiance highlights the increasing risks to Putin’s authority as casualties mount. It demonstrates a willingness by some Russians to openly challenge the Kremlin's narrative. Sterkhova’s message is a potent symbol of the human cost of the war and its potential to destabilize Russia.