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Russia Turns To Universities And Technical Colleges For New Recruits
Students are reportedly being offered academic incentives in exchange for signing military contracts
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Putin Claims Ukraine "Catching Men Like Dogs", Russians Joining Army "Willingly"
Russian President Vladimir Putin criticised Ukraine's military recruitment methods, claiming that Ukrainian officials are forcibly conscripting individuals "like dogs" off the streets.
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Inside Ukraine's Youth Recruitment Drive - Cash Bonuses, Mortgage Deals
On top of the mortgage deal, the package includes a monthly salary of up to $2,900, way above the national average wage of about $520, a cash bonus of 1 million hryvnia ($24,000) and a one-year exemption from mobilization after a year of service.
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Russia Can Now Recruit Suspected, Convicted Criminals To Fight In Ukraine
The lower house of Russia's parliament on Wednesday gave its initial backing to legislation that will allow the Defence Ministry to sign contracts with suspected or convicted criminals to fight in Ukraine, the TASS news agency reported.
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No Rollback Of 'Agnipath' Scheme, Says Top Military Officer
Amid the rising demands for the scrapping of the newly launched Agnipath recruitment scheme for the military, a senior Army officer on Sunday clarified that the programme will not be rolled back.
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"Unless We Replace With Robots": Few Takers For Military Jobs In Japan
As a Japanese military recruiter sat patiently at a booth outside a supermarket in northern Tokyo one recent weekend, she welcomed a rare visitor, high school student Kazuaki Matsumura.
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US Judge Clears Way For Transgender Military Recruits To Enlist
A US federal judge Monday cleared the way for transgender people to join the military from January 1, denying a request from President Donald Trump's administration to delay the move.
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'Waiting For Order To Kill:' China Video Seeks Army Recruits
China's military is appealing to the younger generation with a slick new recruitment video featuring aircraft carriers, tanks and special forces troops, all set to a rousing rap-rock soundtrack.
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Russia's Military Is Recruiting Dolphins, And Their Mission Is A Mystery
Russia's military is looking for a few good dolphins to join its navy - five, to be exact, with perfect teeth, average length and a willingness to "display motor activity."
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China Tells State-Owned Firms To Absorb Laid-Off Soldiers
The Chinese government has told state-owned companies they must help absorb soldiers laid off due to military reforms, as part of their contribution to the army's modernisation and social stability.
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Gunman Opens Fire at US Military Center
A gunman opened fire at a US military recruiting center in Tennessee on Thursday and at least one police officer was shot, the mayor of the city of Chattanooga said.
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Russia Turns To Universities And Technical Colleges For New Recruits
Students are reportedly being offered academic incentives in exchange for signing military contracts
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Putin Claims Ukraine "Catching Men Like Dogs", Russians Joining Army "Willingly"
Russian President Vladimir Putin criticised Ukraine's military recruitment methods, claiming that Ukrainian officials are forcibly conscripting individuals "like dogs" off the streets.
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Inside Ukraine's Youth Recruitment Drive - Cash Bonuses, Mortgage Deals
On top of the mortgage deal, the package includes a monthly salary of up to $2,900, way above the national average wage of about $520, a cash bonus of 1 million hryvnia ($24,000) and a one-year exemption from mobilization after a year of service.
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Russia Can Now Recruit Suspected, Convicted Criminals To Fight In Ukraine
The lower house of Russia's parliament on Wednesday gave its initial backing to legislation that will allow the Defence Ministry to sign contracts with suspected or convicted criminals to fight in Ukraine, the TASS news agency reported.
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No Rollback Of 'Agnipath' Scheme, Says Top Military Officer
Amid the rising demands for the scrapping of the newly launched Agnipath recruitment scheme for the military, a senior Army officer on Sunday clarified that the programme will not be rolled back.
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"Unless We Replace With Robots": Few Takers For Military Jobs In Japan
As a Japanese military recruiter sat patiently at a booth outside a supermarket in northern Tokyo one recent weekend, she welcomed a rare visitor, high school student Kazuaki Matsumura.
-
US Judge Clears Way For Transgender Military Recruits To Enlist
A US federal judge Monday cleared the way for transgender people to join the military from January 1, denying a request from President Donald Trump's administration to delay the move.
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'Waiting For Order To Kill:' China Video Seeks Army Recruits
China's military is appealing to the younger generation with a slick new recruitment video featuring aircraft carriers, tanks and special forces troops, all set to a rousing rap-rock soundtrack.
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Russia's Military Is Recruiting Dolphins, And Their Mission Is A Mystery
Russia's military is looking for a few good dolphins to join its navy - five, to be exact, with perfect teeth, average length and a willingness to "display motor activity."
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China Tells State-Owned Firms To Absorb Laid-Off Soldiers
The Chinese government has told state-owned companies they must help absorb soldiers laid off due to military reforms, as part of their contribution to the army's modernisation and social stability.
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Gunman Opens Fire at US Military Center
A gunman opened fire at a US military recruiting center in Tennessee on Thursday and at least one police officer was shot, the mayor of the city of Chattanooga said.
