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Despite repeatedly denying needing more recruits for its war in Ukraine, Russia as per reports has begun a propaganda campaign to try and enlist volunteers. For this, the country is using narratives like patriotism, morality and money.

As per a CNN report, the said videos have been posted on social media networks in the past few days.

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One video reportedly posted on December 14 shows a young man opting to fight instead of partying with his peers. In the next segment of the video, he can be seen buying himself a car he made from the fighting while on a military contract to fight in Ukraine.

Another video shows a soldier being hounded by his ex-girlfriend to get back together. Purportedly the said woman is impressed by his "courage".

Yet another shows a factory worker leaving a low-paying job to sign up for a comparatively lucrative military contract.

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The theme of masculinity or being "man" is common. One video reportedly shows a group of 30-somethings loading a car. Upon questioning by a woman they disclose that they're leaving for Georgia "forever". One of the women near this scene suddenly spills her bag but these men instead of helping her drive away. Then a bunch of younger men rush to help her, which prompts one of the elderly women to announce:&nbsp;"The boys have left, the men stayed".

Another common theme is fighting to escape the bleak reality of a monotonous life filled with poverty, vodka and helplessness.

This comes as the Kremlin and the Russian President Vladimir Putin resolutely deny the need for more recruits in the army.&nbsp;

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However, a Euromaidan Press report from last week claims that to "replenish" its dwindling ranks, Russia is now making it easier for its citizens with dual citizens and even foreign volunteers to enlist.

The head of Moscow-based Centre for Military Forecasting, Anatoly Tsyganok has predicted that soon "residents of Syria, Afghanistan, North Korea or Iran" could serve in the Russian military.

Previously, in September, Putin had announced a partial military mobilisation of Russian citizens. However, following urging from regional deputies, at the end of October, the president himself declared that the mobilisation had been completed.

(With inputs from agencies)

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Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. Despite repeatedly denying needing more recruits for its war in Ukraine, Russia as per reports has begun a propaganda campaign to try and enlist volunteers. For this, the country is using narratives like patriotism, morality and money. As per a CNN report, the said videos have been posted on social media networks in the past few days. Watch | Ukraine-Russia War: Ukraine works to restore power after Russian missiles batter grid One video reportedly posted on December 14 shows a young man opting to fight instead of partying with his peers. In the next segment of the video, he can be seen buying himself a car he made from the fighting while on a military contract to fight in Ukraine. Another video shows a soldier being hounded by his ex-girlfriend to get back together. Purportedly the said woman is impressed by his "courage". Yet another shows a factory worker leaving a low-paying job to sign up for a comparatively lucrative military contract. Also read | Fly out, run to border, search self-harm: How Russians are trying to evade Putin's conscription call The theme of masculinity or being "man" is common. One video reportedly shows a group of 30-somethings loading a car. Upon questioning by a woman they disclose that they're leaving for Georgia "forever". One of the women near this scene suddenly spills her bag but these men instead of helping her drive away. Then a bunch of younger men rush to help her, which prompts one of the elderly women to announce: "The boys have left, the men stayed". Another common theme is fighting to escape the bleak reality of a monotonous life filled with poverty, vodka and helplessness. This comes as the Kremlin and the Russian President Vladimir Putin resolutely deny the need for more recruits in the army. Also read | Ukraine works to restore power as Vladimir Putin meets Russian military officials However, a Euromaidan Press report from last week claims that to "replenish" its dwindling ranks, Russia is now making it easier for its citizens with dual citizens and even foreign volunteers to enlist. The head of Moscow-based Centre for Military Forecasting, Anatoly Tsyganok has predicted that soon "residents of Syria, Afghanistan, North Korea or Iran" could serve in the Russian military. Previously, in September, Putin had announced a partial military mobilisation of Russian citizens. However, following urging from regional deputies, at the end of October, the president himself declared that the mobilisation had been completed. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Russian propaganda videos promise money, respect and ‘manly’ life to lure recruits in army

Russian President Vladimir Putin's "partial mobilisation" order has led to an unprecedented exodus of people from the country. In a bid to escape conscription, people are attempting to flee, trying to cross the borders by road or fly out after purchasing exorbitantly-priced plane tickets.&nbsp;

Now, reports suggest that Russia has decided to exempt some bankers, IT workers and journalists from being drafted into the army. The defence ministry on Friday announced that some employees working in critically important industries would be excluded from the draft. The move aims to ensure that the work of specific high-tech industries, as well as Russia’s financial system is not hampered.

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The exceptions apply to some IT workers, telecommunications workers, finance professionals, as well as some employees at “systemically-important” mass media outlets. Companies that meet certain thresholds in terms of headcount, revenue or annual tax payments are categorised as “systemically-important”.

State-run TV channels, radio stations, news agencies, newspapers, and some of Russia’s few privately-held media outlets are part of the list. The ministry has asked heads of companies to draw up lists of their employees who meet the criteria and can be excluded from the draft.

Russia has announced that 300,000 reservists will be called up to fight in Ukraine. Protests broke out following the announcement, with several of them being served draft papers immediately. Video footage shows long lines of traffic at land border crossings into several countries.

Traffic into Finland over its border with Russia was heavy on Friday. But the Finnish government, wary of becoming a major transit nation, plans to stop all Russians from entering on tourist visas within the coming days, foreign minister Pekka Haavisto told a news conference in New York.

About 7,000 people entered from Russia on Thursday, some 6,000 of them Russian, according to the border guards. 
 
(With inputs from agencies)

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Russian President Vladimir Putin's "partial mobilisation" order has led to an unprecedented exodus of people from the country. In a bid to escape conscription, people are attempting to flee, trying to cross the borders by road or fly out after purchasing exorbitantly-priced plane tickets.

Russian President Vladimir Putin's "partial mobilisation" order has led to an unprecedented exodus of people from the country. In a bid to escape conscription, people are attempting to flee, trying to cross the borders by road or fly out after purchasing exorbitantly-priced plane tickets. Now, reports suggest that Russia has decided to exempt some bankers, IT workers and journalists from being drafted into the army. The defence ministry on Friday announced that some employees working in critically important industries would be excluded from the draft. The move aims to ensure that the work of specific high-tech industries, as well as Russia’s financial system is not hampered. Also Read | First full day of mobilisation in Russia marked by tears and protests The exceptions apply to some IT workers, telecommunications workers, finance professionals, as well as some employees at “systemically-important” mass media outlets. Companies that meet certain thresholds in terms of headcount, revenue or annual tax payments are categorised as “systemically-important”. State-run TV channels, radio stations, news agencies, newspapers, and some of Russia’s few privately-held media outlets are part of the list. The ministry has asked heads of companies to draw up lists of their employees who meet the criteria and can be excluded from the draft. Russia has announced that 300,000 reservists will be called up to fight in Ukraine. Protests broke out following the announcement, with several of them being served draft papers immediately. Video footage shows long lines of traffic at land border crossings into several countries. Traffic into Finland over its border with Russia was heavy on Friday. But the Finnish government, wary of becoming a major transit nation, plans to stop all Russians from entering on tourist visas within the coming days, foreign minister Pekka Haavisto told a news conference in New York. About 7,000 people entered from Russia on Thursday, some 6,000 of them Russian, according to the border guards. (With inputs from agencies)

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Russian propaganda videos promise money, respect and ‘manly’ life to lure recruits in army

Russia announces exemptions for certain professionals from mobilisation call