Russian military
A military cadet stands in front of a billboard promoting contract army service in Saint Petersburg on October 5, 2022.
  • Russia is desperately selling military service as a "worthy future" to prospective recruits.
  • Mobile recruitment spots are advertising the benefits of enrollment, even as thousands die in Ukraine.
  • The Washington Post reported that much of Russia's recruitment is happening regionally.

As Russia hopes to ramp up its recruitment process for new troops, authorities have begun advertising military career benefits, including social status and a monetary allowance, The Washington Post reported, citing social media ads and army brochures.

The move comes as thousands have and continue to die in bloody fighting in Ukraine.