Russia’s dwindling manpower in Ukraine spurs recruitment drive

Russian army soldiers march during an action in support for the soldiers involved in the military operation in Ukraine (AP) — Russian army soldiers march during an action in support for the soldiers involved in the military operation in Ukraine (AP)

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8 min read . Updated: 27 Aug 2022, 05:35 PM IST Ann M. Simmons, The Wall Street Journal

Ads urge Russians to sign up for military service as authorities turn to prisoners and mercenaries to grow ranks

The Kremlin has embarked on a nationwide drive to recruit new military personnel as Russian President Vladimir Putin seeks to regain the offensive in Ukraine and replenish some of the estimated thousands of soldiers lost in Russia’s war effort.