While the Belgorod conscripts aren’t officially participating in the war, they regularly come under fire; many have suffered injuries, and at least seven have been killed. At the beginning of the war, the country’s leadership, including President Vladimir Putin himself, promised that no conscripts would be involved in the “special military operation.”

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    10 months ago

    Given their reputation, they should be glad Wagner mercenaries aren’t involved instead of conscripts.