According to Dmitry Medvedev, deputy chair of Russia's Security Council, Europe is currently experiencing a level of militarization comparable to the period preceding World War Two, he stated on Thursday, 30 April.⁣ ⁣ Medvedev further noted that recruitment for the Russian armed forces included 450,000 contract signees in 2025, with an additional 127,000 joining thus far in the current year.⁣ ⁣ As the conflict in Ukraine enters its fifth year, Russia continues to provide significant financial incentives to those enlisting in the military.⁣ ⁣ #europe #russia #ukraine #worldwar #eu #putin