Tutorial Video Shows Russian TikTok Star Starting an Armored Personnel Carrier
As the invasion of Ukraine continues, one Russian social media influencer has taken to TikTok and Instagram with an unusual tutorial: “how to start an armored personnel carrier.” Russian influencer Nastya Tuman, known for her videos involving military vehicles, reposted a year-old video showing her operating an armored vehicle meant for transporting soldiers.
In the re-shared footage, Tuman cheerfully addresses her viewers, saying, “If you happen to find a free or abandoned armored personnel carrier, here’s a life hack on how to start it.” She then demonstrates flipping switches and buttons to bring the old vehicle to life. The video has stirred a mix of reactions, with some viewers intrigued and others unsettled by the timing and content, as war continues to impact civilians across Ukraine.