Russia cuts payments to military personnel: why the Kremlin loses a key incentive

According to glavcom.ua: The Russian armed forces are facing problems with staffing. Despite official data on stable contract recruitment, the reduction in payments for entering into contracts is starting to be felt in the regions of the country. According to experts, the Kremlin may change its strategy, focusing on propaganda and repression as tools of motivation for servicemen.

The reduction of bonuses and financial deficits in the regions complicate the situation with recruitment into the army. Existing difficulties may lead to a decrease in the effectiveness of the main method of attracting new military personnel to the army.