Authorities in the city of Moscow are offering a record signing-on bonus for new recruits to fight in Ukraine, as part of efforts to boost Russian troop numbers amidst the ongoing conflict. The financial incentive, introduced by Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin, includes a one-time signing bonus of 1.9 million rubles (about $22,000) for city residents who join the military.
Recruits could potentially earn up to 5.2 million rubles ($59,600) in their first year of service, in addition to one-time cash payments ranging from $5,690 to $11,390 for injuries sustained during combat. The family of a soldier killed in action could receive $34,150 in compensation.
