Recruitment of Convict Soldiers by Vladimir Putin for Ukraine War
Vladimir Putin recruited soldiers from Russian prisons to fight in Ukraine, promising pardons. After returning, some have committed heinous crimes, including sexual assault, rape, murder, and cannibalism, causing societal impacts and fears in Russia. Many of these released convicts were part of the Wagner paramilitary group.
Key Points
- Putin recruited soldiers from Russian prisons for the Ukraine war, promising pardons
- Convicted soldiers returned to Russia and committed serious crimes like sexual assault, murder, and cannibalism
- The societal impact of releasing hardened criminals into society has been significant