Russian President Vladimir Putin (70) is on a mission. He wants to make the army palatable to the kids. To this end, the young people in the city of Irkutsk got a glimpse into the “life of the Russian army”, reports a Siberian Telegram channel.
The journey to the military units involved various activities. A barracks tour was just as much on the agenda as carrying a weapon. Helmets and bulletproof vests were also allowed to be fitted. Everything was captured in photos. After the weapons show there was a traditional “soldier meal”. It is unknown what was on the table. At the end, a very special guest entered the scene.
The “re-education camps” in Russia
Sinterklaas surprised the children. It is not known if he accepted wish lists. In any case, everything was done to give the young people positive memories of this day.
Because: Russia is looking for young military talent. Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov (46) wants to expand his children’s army, reports Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty. There are already plans to open at least ten more camps in Russian territories.
Teenagers are being trained as soldiers in Chechnya. The young people learn how to use weapons. Obstacle courses and indoor skydiving are designed to increase the fun factor. The goal behind it: to make the children enthusiastic about the army. “Difficult young people” are kidnapped from Ukraine and put in “re-education camps”. (no)