Putin Doubles Army Recruitment Bonus as Russian War Losses Mount
As a Russian from Petersburg, I cannot help but feel the weight of the situation as Putin doubles the army recruitment bonus in the face of mounting losses in the war in Ukraine. The desperation is palpable, as the need for more soldiers becomes increasingly urgent. Walking down the streets, I see billboards enticing young men to sign up, offering tempting bonuses and “benefits”. However, the reality of the situation is stark. The war in Ukraine has become a living nightmare, with reports of soldiers not being marked as dead to avoid paying the death bonus.
The once fervent patriotism for the war has waned, with people burying their heads in the sand, hoping the storm will pass without affecting them.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker