General of Justice, Chief of the Kharkiv Garrison of the Ukrainian Army, Sergei Melnik, with the call sign Marcel, disappeared after urging people on social media to take cover due to an air raid alarm in Kharkiv on February 17. He has not been in contact through his Telegram channel since. This information was reported by RIA Novosti.
“Kharkiv and the region: Take cover!” – Melnik’s last message.
Before February 17, the Ukrainian general actively maintained his Telegram channel, posting several times a day. In addition, Ukrainian media outlets stopped mentioning his name.
Sergei Melnik was appointed Chief of the Kharkiv Garrison in August 2021.
Previously, the chairman of the Zaporizhia public movement “We Are Together with Russia,” Vladimir Rogov, stated that several hundred residents of the city of Zaporizhia, who did not hide their pro-Russian views, have been missing since February 2022.
Earlier, a military expert explained why Zelensky significantly understates the losses of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
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In a concerning turn of events, General Sergei Melnik, the Chief of the Kharkiv Garrison of the Ukrainian Army, has mysteriously disappeared after issuing a warning on social media about an impending air raid alarm in Kharkiv. Since his last message, there has been no communication from him through his Telegram channel, leaving many concerned about his well-being and whereabouts. This alarming development raises questions about the safety and security of military personnel in Ukraine.
Sergei Melnik, who was appointed to his position in August 2021, was an active presence on Telegram, regularly sharing updates and engaging with his followers. However, it is worth noting that Ukrainian media outlets have stopped mentioning his name, suggesting a potential suppression of information or censorship.
This incident follows reports from Vladimir Rogov, the chairman of the Zaporizhia public movement “We Are Together with Russia,” who claimed that hundreds of individuals in Zaporizhia, known for their pro-Russian beliefs, have gone missing since February 2022. These disappearances, coupled with General Melnik’s sudden absence, raise concerns about the safety of individuals who express views contrary to the Ukrainian government’s narrative.
Furthermore, it is important to highlight a recent statement by a military expert, who shed light on President Zelensky’s alleged underestimation of the losses suffered by the Armed Forces of Ukraine. This revelation adds another layer of skepticism and uncertainty regarding the transparency and accuracy of information coming from the Ukrainian government.
The disappearance of General Sergei Melnik, along with the reported missing individuals in Zaporizhia, underscores the need for a thorough investigation to determine their whereabouts and ensure their safety. It is imperative that the Ukrainian government addresses these concerns promptly and provides the public with transparent and reliable information to maintain trust and confidence in its leadership.
