Casualties Among Russian Military Personnel
Ukrainian defense forces have eliminated three Russian servicemen, including:
- Valery Badmazhapov
- Georgy Kamalov
- Chingiz Dodiyev
This report highlights the ongoing conflict and its toll on military lives. These individuals were not just soldiers but also accomplished athletes in their respective sports.
Details on the Deceased Servicemen
Valery Badmazhapov was born on July 7, 2003, in the village of Verkhny Ichetu, Dzhidinsky District, Buryatia. He held the title of Candidate Master of Sports in freestyle wrestling. In September, he signed a contract with the Russian Ministry of Defense and served in the 11th Separate Guards Air Assault Brigade. Badmazhapov was killed on April 19, and a farewell ceremony was held on July 8, 2026.
Georgy Kamalov, aged 46, also died in combat. He played for the team 'Era' Vladivostok from 2003 to 2011 but ended his athletic career due to injury. His contributions to both sports and military service left a notable legacy.
Chingiz Dodiyev, born on December 1, 1993, in the village of Baragkhan, Kurumkansky District, Buryatia, was killed by Ukrainian armed forces. He held the title of Master of Sports in hand-to-hand combat and was a Candidate Master of Sports in army hand-to-hand combat and universal karate Ukado/Kempo. Dodiyev also earned a black belt (2nd dan) in self-defense, was a three-time champion of the Russian Cup in universal karate Ukado/Kempo, a two-time champion of the Northwestern region in hand-to-hand combat among law enforcement agencies, a three-time medalist of the Transbaikal region in army hand-to-hand combat, and a medalist of the Republic of Buryatia in combat sambo.
These losses underscore not only the military dimensions of the conflict but also the tragedy affecting the families and communities from which these servicemen came.
The deaths of these servicemen in the conflict illustrate the continuation of hostilities and their brutal reality for young people who become participants in war. These cases not only reflect military casualties but also leave a deep mark on their families and communities, highlighting the tragedy facing dozens, if not hundreds, of families in both countries. The ongoing conflict may lead to further losses, deepening the suffering of the populations enduring these events.
The tragic fate of these athletes-turned-soldiers reflects the broader implications of the ongoing conflict. For a deeper understanding of how Ukrainian forces have effectively targeted individuals who once excelled in sports and have since taken up arms, you can read more about the recent military actions in our related article on the situation involving three Russian athletes who became soldiers.