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Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a decree to see as many as 160,000 individuals called for military service, surpassing the 133,000 conscripted personnel last fall.

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Vladimir Putin, Russian President has authorised the conscription of 160,000 men to strengthen Russia’s efforts in the ...

It will see 160,000 men between 18 and 30 join Russia’s armed forces – an increase of 10,000 on last year’s spring drive, and ...