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Over 422,000 Russians Signed Contracts with Armed Forces in 2023

Published January 16, 2026, 17:01
Over 422,000 Russians Signed Contracts with Armed Forces in 2023

According to Dmitry Medvedev, Deputy Chairman of the Russian Security Council, 422,704 Russian citizens signed contracts with the Russian armed forces in 2023. In addition, 32,000 people signed contracts for voluntary service. Mr. Medvedev stated that the goal set by President Putin had been achieved. The Russian service of DW reports that the Russian Ministry of Defense announced approximately 400,000 new contract soldiers in 2023, while Mr. Medvedev initially reported 450,000 contract soldiers and 40,000 volunteers.