Putin ‘revives’ Stalin-era practice as Russia-Ukraine war drags on
Russian president Vladimir Putin has revived a Stalin-era practice by deploying convicted criminals, including murderers and cannibals, to Ukraine as part of ‘Storm-Z’ units. Over 100,000 convicts have been offered presidential pardons in exchange for service in Ukraine. These recruits include individuals convicted of heinous crimes, highlighting the perceived expendability of these soldiers. The...
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