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TexasTowelie

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Sun Aug 4, 2024, 12:08 AM Aug 4

Corruption and Despair Flood Russian Army Amid Rising Bribery Rates - UATV English



Ukrainian intelligence reports a surge in bribery-related criminal cases within the Russian army, with over 100 cases in the southern military district alone in early 2024. As Putin's regime doubles volunteer payments to 800,000 rubles, the Kremlin's reliance on financial incentives highlights deep-rooted corruption and a lack of public enthusiasm for the war. Despite inflated recruitment figures, severe losses and financial desperation drive enlistment, with Russia potentially losing over 1,000 troops daily according to British intelligence sources.
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Corruption and Despair Flood Russian Army Amid Rising Bribery Rates - UATV English (Original Post) TexasTowelie Aug 4 OP
800,000 Rubles is $9,275.51. HARDLY WORTH ONE'S LIFE. brush Aug 4 #1
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