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Russia expands recruitment of women for war in Ukraine

Russia is reportedly increasing efforts to recruit women for its war in Ukraine.

By DoomRadar · Published on DoomRadar Aug 25, 2026, 3:22 PM UTC.

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The move could signal continued manpower pressures and prolong the conflict.

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Russia Steps Up Recruitment of Women for Ukraine War – Vot Tak ↗themoscowtimes.com · Recorded source date: Aug 25, 2026, 3:16 PM UTC

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