Medvedev: This year, 280000 people in Russia have signed up to join the military. Medvedev | Conference | Russia
According to a report by Russian news agency, on the 2nd local time, Medvedev, Vice Chairman of the Security Council of the Russian Federation, stated at a military contract meeting held on Sakhalin Island that approximately 280000 contract soldiers have been enlisted since January.
According to reports, on the same day, Medvedev released a video on social media Telegram titled "On Japanese Militarism and the 78th Anniversary of Victory in World War II.".
Medvedev pointed out, "Data from the Ministry of Defense shows that since January 1st, 280000 contract soldiers have been enlisted in Russia."
He also added that 280000 contract soldiers include reservists, volunteers, and other categories of personnel.
Medvedev emphasized that due to the importance of supplementing contract soldiers in the armed forces, he had face-to-face meetings with regional leaders.
In early August, Medvedev stated that from January 1 to August 3, 2023, over 231000 contract soldiers were enlisted in Russia. He pointed out that in June, 14000 people signed contracts to join the military every day. He said that contract soldiers and volunteers have expressed high support and trust in Russian President Putin and are ready to defend their homeland.