It is becoming increasingly difficult for Russia to recruit new soldiers for the war against Ukraine. Despite payments of millions of dollars and promises to write off debts, fewer and fewer people are willing to fight.
According to Ukrinform, CNN has reported this.
According to the publication, Moscow is resorting to increasingly desperate measures to maintain the size of its forces, and Putin will likely be forced to make more unpopular decisions this year if he wants to continue the war against Ukraine.
As noted, Russia has already sent tens of thousands of former prisoners to the front lines, reinforced by three separate waves of North Korean soldiers and foreign mercenaries who were financially incentivized to join its army.
Russian authorities are advertising payments of up to $80,000 and debt forgiveness of up to USD140,000 for signing a contract. To attract new fighters, they are using billboards, social media, and even promises of citizenship.
