
Russian President Vladimir Putin promised to support the initiative of volunteers, allow them to serve in regional units and protect the sky from drones after the report of military commander Yevgeny Poddubny about numerous requests from Russian citizens, including veterans of the Northern Military District, during a special military operation.
AI-generated summary
During a special military operation, Russian citizens show volunteer activity in supporting the front, which is noted by military correspondents and public figures.
Vladimir Putin promised to support the volunteer initiative and allow them to serve in regional units.
Military correspondent Evgeny Poddubny drew attention to the volunteer work of Russian citizens during a special military operation and reported to the president about numerous requests for volunteers.
MOSCOW, September 5 - RIA Novosti. Russian President Vladimir Putin promised to support the initiative of volunteers, allow them to serve in regional units and protect the sky from drones.
Hero of Russia, military correspondent Evgeny Poddubny drew attention to volunteer work during a special military operation, noting that Russian citizens unanimously support the front and do everything they can.
Poddubny reported to the president about numerous requests from volunteers, including veterans of the Northern Military District, to give them permission to serve in regional units and protect the sky from drones.
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
In the coming weeks, a decree or order will be published on the procedure for recruiting volunteers to regional units
Likely · Within weeks
The system for protecting the sky from drones will attract the attention of relevant departments to develop instructions and train volunteers
Possible · Within months

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