Where Is Russia Finding New Soldiers? Wherever It Can.
Briefly

In an alarming attempt to bolster numbers, Russia has expanded recruitment to include anyone with large unpaid debts and even suspects awaiting trial, revealing the desperate state of its military manpower.
The government is dropping charges against serious criminals in exchange for military service, showcasing a troubling trend where alleged murderers and rapists are sent to the front lines instead of facing justice.
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