Ukraine is said to have launched a major drone attack on Russian airfields - while Kyiv says it has taken 100 prisoners of war since its incursion into Russia. Listen to a Daily podcast on how Ukraine broke through Vladimir Putin's 'red line' as you scroll.
Russia is using conscripts with 'no experience' to defend land in the border region of Kursk, the Moscow Times reports.Following Ukraine's invasion of the Russian region, reports have emerged of conscripts being drawn into combat.And at least 52 families contacted Russia's defence ministry after losing contact with their sons, the independent newspaper reports.Families have also begun a petition asking the Kremlin to remove soldiers from the Kursk region.
They have no experience in military engagements and lack weapons.'It is not clear how many conscripts are fighting in the Kursk region.How does conscription work in Russia?All men in Russia are required to do a year-long military service, or equivalent training during higher education, from the age of 18.But compulsory military service has long been a sensitive issue in Russia, where many men go to great lengths to avoid it.
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