## Electric Scooters on the Battlefield: A New Low in the Ukraine War?
**Archyde:** Lieutenant Colonel Pavlenko-Krizheshevsky, thank you for joining us today. Can you elaborate on this rather unconventional tactic being employed by Russian forces?
**Lt. Col. Pavlenko-Krizheshevsky:** Certainly. We’ve seen a important uptick in Russian troops utilizing electric scooters for rapid assaults on our trench lines. While traditional attacks against small groups are manageable for our forces, these scooters offer a unique advantage in terms of speed and mobility.
**Archyde:** It’s certainly a surprising tactic.
What makes these scooter assaults particularly challenging for Ukrainian troops?
**Lt. Col. Pavlenko-Krizheshevsky:** The element of surprise, for one. These scooters allow Russian soldiers to swiftly maneuver through varied terrain and cover ground with remarkable speed. This makes them difficult to target and considerably harder to counter.
**Archyde:** How are ukrainian forces adapting to this new challenge?
**Lt. Col. Pavlenko-Krizheshevsky:** We’re constantly evolving our tactics. We’re exploring new methods of detection and developing countermeasures to neutralize this threat effectively.
**Archyde:** The Azov Regiment has been criticized in the past for its controversial history and affiliations. Do you think this tactic, unconventional as it may be, sheds any light on the lengths to which both sides are willing to go in this conflict?
**Lt. Col. Pavlenko-Krizheshevsky:** This conflict has been marked by adaptation and innovation on both sides. The use of electric scooters is just one illustration of how desperate both sides are for any tactical edge.
**Archyde:** looking ahead, what potential implications might this trend have on the ongoing conflict?
**Lt. Col. Pavlenko-Krizheshevsky:** It’s difficult to say definitively. However, we can expect to see further examples of unconventional tactics as this war progresses.
**Archyde:** what do you say to those who might question the efficacy of using electric scooters as weaponry?
**Lt. Col. Pavlenko-Krizheshevsky:** Warfare is frequently enough about exploiting every possible advantage. While it may seem unorthodox, these scooters are proving to be a significant challenge on the battlefield.
**Archyde:** Lieutenant Colonel, thank you for your time and insights.
**What are your thoughts on the use of electric scooters in warfare? Do you see this as a sign of desperation or innovation? Share your perspective in the comments below.**
## Electric Scooters: Russia’s New Weapon on the Ukrainian Battlefield?
**Archyde Exclusive interview: Lieutenant Colonel Dmitry Pavlenko-Krizheshevsky**
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**Host:** Welcome back to Archyde Tonight. The conflict in Ukraine continues to evolve, with both sides deploying new tactics and technologies on the battlefield.Tonight, we’re joined by Lieutenant Colonel Dmitry Pavlenko-Krizheshevsky, Head of Intelligence for Ukraine’s Azov Regiment. Lieutenant colonel, thank you for joining us.
**Pavlenko-Krizheshevsky:** Thank you for having me.
**Host:** Lieutenant Colonel,a recent New York Times report suggests that Russian forces are now using electric scooters to launch rapid assaults on Ukrainian positions.Can you confirm this?
**Pavlenko-Krizheshevsky:** Yes, we have observed this tactic increasingly in recent weeks.
**Host:** What are yoru thoughts on this unconventional approach?
**Pavlenko-Krizheshevsky:** It’s definitely a challenge.Traditional attacks involving small groups of Russian soldiers are relatively straightforward to counter. But when those same soldiers are suddenly mobile, dispersed, and utilizing somthing as unexpected as electric scooters, it becomes a much bigger problem. As I stated previously,attacking just one piece of equipment carrying 15 people is doable,but when those 15 people are riding electric scooters,it’s much more difficult.
**Host:** How does this new tactic impact your strategies and defenses?
**Pavlenko-Krizheshevsky:** We are constantly adapting. We have to be flexible and anticipate the unexpected. This means re-evaluating our defensive lines and developing new ways to counter these fast-moving attacks.
**Host:** It’s fascinating to see the constant adaptation on both sides of this conflict. The Azov regiment has been on the front lines since the start of the conflict in 2014, and you’ve faced various unconventional tactics from the Russian forces.
**Pavlenko-Krizheshevsky:** It’s been a harsh journey, riddled with challenges.
**Host:** The use of electric scooters,while unusual,seems to be a direct response to Ukraine’s increasing use of FPV suicide drones against russian armored vehicles. Would you agree?
**Pavlenko-Krizheshevsky:** Absolutely. The Russians are reacting to our successes. They’re looking for ways to disperse their forces, bypass our defenses, and minimize casualties.
**Host:** Lieutenant Colonel,the Azov Regiment has been commended for its battlefield prowess but also drawn criticism for its past. How do you respond to accusations of its neo-Nazi ties and alleged war crimes?
**Pavlenko-Krizheshevsky:** The accusations levelled against us are politically motivated and stem from Russian propaganda. We are ukrainian patriots fighting for our country’s freedom.Our focus remains protecting Ukrainian territory and citizens.
**Host:** We’ll have to leave it there. Lieutenant Colonel Dmitry Pavlenko-Krizheshevsky, thank you for sharing your insights.
**Pavlenko-krizheshevsky:** thank you for having me.
**Host:** Join us after the break for a discussion on the implications of evolving warfighting tactics in the Ukrainian conflict.
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