In Russia’s Rostov region, near the Ukrainian border, children as young as eight are participating in combat-style exercises at a summer camp. The program, supervised by soldiers with Ukraine frontline experience, involves grenade throwing, rifle handling, and simulated combat. This initiative aims to instill military values and prepare youngsters for future service, reflecting President Putin’s broader push for youth militarization. In Russia’s Rostov region, near the Ukrainian border, children as young as eight are participating in combat-style exercises at a summer camp. The program, supervised by soldiers with Ukraine frontline experience, involves grenade throwing, rifle handling, and simulated combat. This initiative aims to instill military values and prepare youngsters for future service, reflecting President Putin’s broader push for youth militarization.
