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Russia Plans Massive Military Recruitment Amid Rising Tensions

5/1/2025

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Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov revealed that Russia is prepared to ramp up military recruitment, potentially enlisting 30,000 to 40,000 soldiers each month, reminiscent of WWII tactics. In a dramatic turn, Ukrainian drones targeted a military facility in Russia, while North Korean troops face heavy losses. Ukraine remains vigilant against looming threats of Russian aggression from Belarus.

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Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov revealed that Russia is prepared to ramp up military recruitment, potentially enlisting 30,000 to 40,000 soldiers each month, reminiscent of WWII tactics. In a dramatic turn, Ukrainian drones targeted a military facility in Russia, while North Korean troops face heavy losses. Ukraine remains vigilant against looming threats of Russian aggression from Belarus.