Putin has written off up to 10 million rubles in debt for new participants in the war against Ukraine - Reuters
Kyiv • UNN
Putin signed a decree on writing off up to 10 million rubles in debt for new contract soldiers. The benefit applies to those who sign a one-year contract starting from May 1.
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin has signed a decree on the cancellation of debts for recruits who go to fight against Ukraine. This is reported by UNN with reference to Reuters.
Details
According to the decree published on the Kremlin's website, individuals who have signed a contract with the Russian army since May 1 are exempt from paying debts of up to 10 million rubles, or nearly $139,700. A debt collection lawsuit must have been filed prior to this date.
Family members of individuals who signed a contract starting May 1 are also eligible for debt relief.
At the same time, the contract must be signed for at least one year, the Kremlin noted.
Recall
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin signed a law expanding his right to deploy troops in other countries under the pretext of "protecting Russians" from criminal or judicial prosecution.