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The price that the Russian government is forced to pay to convince Russians to face the artillery barrages and drone waves of Ukraine continues hitting records. (i.imgur.com)

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[–] [email protected] 1 points 2 days ago* (last edited 2 days ago)

Mandatory military service in Russia lasts only 12 months and is required for men aged 18 to 30. To maintain troop levels, Russia has to rely on paid contract soldiers in addition to conscripts.