As Russians flee to bordering countries to avoid the draft, the Kremlin is considering closing the borders. This comes as Russia admits mistakes were made in drafting conscripts to fight in Ukraine, and as protests continue across the country.
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Russia considers closing borders to keep conscripts in
Finnish border guards stand amid queuing Russian vehicles at the Vaalimaa border check point Source: AAP / Jussi Nukari/AP
As Russians flee to bordering countries to avoid the draft, the Kremlin is considering closing the borders. This comes as Russia admits mistakes were made in drafting conscripts to fight in Ukraine, and as protests continue across the country.
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By Essam Al-Ghalib
Source: SBS News
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