Extortion in the Russian army — Meduza Radio

Extortion in the Russian army

Meduza Radio

Contract soldiers in the Russian army give their payments to commanders to avoid dying on the front line or to get leave. Here’s how it works

In the fifth year of the war, Russians continue signing contracts with the Ministry of Defense. They go to fight for substantial payments that many see as real wealth.

But most of this money is spent not on paying off loans or mortgages, but on avoiding death at the front, securing leave, or buying loyalty from commanders.

How does this corruption system work? Active and former military personnel told Meduza. Read the full text here.

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