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How is Russia recruiting Belarusians to fight in the war in Ukraine?

Summary by Euronews
Russia's recruitment drive targeting Belarusians has become a key tool to boost manpower on the battlefield and exploits economic hardship and isolation.

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Russia has long considered Belarus a suitable reserve to supplement its manpower in the war against Ukraine, especially after suffering heavy losses on the front. In Belarus, a large number of advertisements have appeared in recent months offering citizens the opportunity to sign a contract with the Russian military. They circulate everywhere, in Telegram channels, in Viber chats and on local community pages where people discuss everyday issues.…

Recruiters promise payments, housing and quick receipt of a Russian passport

·Kyiv, Ukraine
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Russian recruiters are massively luring residents of Belarus to the front through social networks with huge payments, debt write-offs and passports of the Russian Federation, taking advantage of the tacit consent of the Lukashenko regime.

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Meanwhile, Belarus has a mercenary article that provides for up to seven years in prison. war of Russia against UkraineRaimentBelarus

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Euronews broke the news in Lyon, France on Saturday, September 26, 2026.
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