In 2023, Russian students were allowed to sign military contracts immediately after turning 18, leading to mass recruitment into drone units, where students were promised high salaries and short service terms, yet many died within the first months of service.

In 2023, Russian students were allowed to sign military contracts immediately after turning 18, leading to mass recruitment into drone units, where students were promised high salaries and short service terms, yet many died within the first months of service.

@meduzalive 24 Jun 2026, 18:35