Why Russians are still backing Putin
The Rachman Review
Wealth from War: The Cost of Lives
In Russia, average monthly earnings for sellers stand at around $1,000. Mobilized individuals receive double this amount, while recruits often earn less than the average seller. Despite this, they can see their income multiply by four to five times compared to their prior earnings. In the event of death, families of those who perish receive between $60,000 and $80,000, a sum significantly higher than what many have experienced before, underscoring the financial consequences and incentives tied to military mobilization.
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