Russian invasion forces
are trying to deceive the Ukrainian military in the area of Krynky on the east
bank of Kherson Oblast with the help of dummy soldiers, a member of the
Ukrainian Defense Forces reported on his Telegram channel Hovoryat Snayper on
Dec. 21.
I don’t get the rationale behind that. Even if the IFV were remote controlled and they didn’t have to send the crew on a suicide run, what exactly is gained? The vehicle gets destroyed either way. One that could be better used elsewhere.
Using previously disabled IFVs, is my guess. Otherwise, yes, a net negative.
Strategic deception when probing or covering another advance.
Could also be a way to expend Ukrainian supplies, especially artillery that has limited ammo and could be tempted by a juicy vehicle.