Tag: Military Recruitment
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Putin Faces Destabilization Risk as Convict Army Returns to Russia
Introduction: A Controlled Return for a Controversial Army Reports based on Kremlin sources and independent outlets outline a troubling challenge for Vladimir Putin: the mass return of convict soldiers who fought in Ukraine could destabilise Russian society. Estimates suggest as many as 180,000 criminals were recruited to fight, many of whom were promised pardons after…
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Russia Police Shortage Amid War: Morale Erosion and Corruption
Overview: A security shortfall intensified by war Russia is facing a severe shortage of police and prison guards as the country widens its war economy and redirects resources toward the military. In many regions, up to half of policing and guard posts are vacant. Some areas report vacancies of about a third in total staffing.…
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India Warns Citizens Against Joining Russian Military
Introduction The Indian government has issued a stern warning to its citizens regarding the recruitment of Indian nationals into the Russian military. With the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine escalating, officials emphasize the potential dangers and uncertainties associated with this involvement. Context of the Warning Recent reports have indicated that Russians are actively seeking…