Vladimir Putin has signed a decree allowing foreigners to serve in the Russian army during mobilization, expanding recruitment efforts amid ongoing military actions in Ukraine. This move aims to strengthen recruitment while avoiding formal conscription. The UK Ministry of Defence reported that over 1,500 foreign nationals have been recruited since April 2023, primarily from South and East Asia, former Soviet republics, and African countries, motivated by financial incentives and potential citizenship. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)