Russia’s Defense Ministry could recruit at least 225,000 contract soldiers over next three years, budget allocations show
Over the next three years, Russia’s Defense Ministry could recruit at least 225,000 contract soldiers, according to estimates from the independent outlet iStories, which reviewed the government’s draft federal budget for 2025-2027. The Russian government has allocated 90 billion rubles ($944.9 million) for sign-on bonuses, or 30 billion ($315 million) annually. Based on iStories’ estimates, if the current payment […]









