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Oana de Often, a lawyer representing soldiers who have deserted, provides critical insight into the psychological factors driving men away from the battlefield. Many reported feeling that their lives were expendable, recognizing they had inadequate support during combat scenarios, and returning home felt like the only option for self-preservation. The weight of going into battle with insufficient weapons—such as having only one grenade and two ammo magazines—was an echoing concern, with many soldiers declaring it akin to suicide.