Reports say Anton Milaev—described as the adopted great-grandson of former Soviet leader Leonid Brezhnev—has been taken into Ukrainian custody. NDTV and Times of India report that Milaev joined the Russian military as a combat engineer (also described as a sapper) in autumn 2025. Times of India adds that he was last heard from in November 2025 and that Ukrainian military intelligence and prisoner-of-war coordination sources have allegedly confirmed his custody in the Kherson region. The report also notes his listing on a Ukrainian “enemies” database. Across the coverage, details of how and when he is captured are not confirmed, and the circumstances surrounding his detention remain unclear. Both outlets frame the development as based on reports and alleged confirmations, while also stating that prospects for any prisoner exchange are unknown. The information appears amid the ongoing conflict, with no publicly verified details provided about his status or the capture operation.
Brezhnev’s great-grandson Anton Milaev reportedly captured by Ukraine in Kherson
Reports say Anton Milaev—described as the adopted great-grandson of former Soviet leader Leonid Brezhnev—has been taken into Ukrainian custody. NDTV and Times of India report that Milaev joined the Ru...
- Anton Milaev, described as Leonid Brezhnev’s great-grandson, is reported to be in Ukrainian custody.
- Multiple reports say he joined the Russian military as a combat engineer/sapper in autumn 2025.
- Times of India reports he was last heard from in November 2025.
- Ukrainian sources are described as allegedly confirming custody in the Kherson region.
- Reports say the circumstances of capture and any potential prisoner exchange are unclear.
Reports indicate Anton Milaev, adopted great-grandson of Leonid Brezhnev, has been captured by Ukrainian forces. Milaev, reportedly a sapper, was last heard from in November 2025. Ukrainian military intelligence and prisoner of war coordination sources have allegedly confirmed his custody in the Kherson region. His presence on a Ukrainian 'enemies' database has also been noted. The circumstances of his capture and potential for exchange remain unclear amidst ongoing conflict.
2 months agoAnton Milaev is said to have joined the Russian military as a combat engineer in autumn 2025.
2 months agoAnton Milaev is said to have joined the Russian military as a combat engineer in autumn 2025.
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