Russia has experienced significant troop losses in its ongoing conflict in Ukraine, leading to a critical shortage of soldiers.
The recruitment strategy now includes suspected criminals and individuals with unpaid debts, expanding the pool of potential military volunteers.
Some detainees are being released from charges in exchange for volunteering to serve as soldiers, reflecting the desperate measures taken.
Reports indicate that notorious offenders are also being signed onto military contracts to avoid prosecution, exacerbating the recruitment crisis.
The Kremlin has implemented new legal measures to further broaden recruitment efforts ahead of a potential shift in war strategy expected with the new presidential administration.
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