Russia Plans to Recruit 18,500 Foreign Fighters by 2026
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Russia has announced a plan to enlist 18,500 foreign volunteers for its military by 2026, signalling a continued commitment to the conflict.
The Kremlin has outlined the recruitment target, indicating that the country intends to bring in a significant number of non‑Russian fighters to support its operations. The announcement was made in a statement released by Russian officials.
The move underscores Russia’s ongoing strategy to sustain its military efforts abroad, though the statement did not detail the specific roles or deployment locations for the new recruits.
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