Putin issues decree to call up 150,000 people over 18 for military service

A decree on the spring draft signed by Russian leader Vladimir Putin has been released in Russia, expected to bring in 150,000 more Russians into the country’s Armed Forces.

The signed document states that 150,000 people will be called up for military service in Russia from 1 April to 15 July.

Russians aged 18 to 30 will be called up for military service.

Russia typically conducts conscription twice a year, during both the spring and autumn seasons.