RT reported that the Russian Ministry of Defense released a promotional video designed like an action movie trailer to encourage citizens to enlist, emphasizing different peoples and sects joining hands to fight a common enemy. .
The 90-second clip released by the Russian Ministry of Defense on August 2 depicts a fierce battle, apparently between Russian and Ukrainian forces .
On a hot summer day, several Russian soldiers were seen hiding in trenches under artillery fire, one making the sign of the cross and reciting the “Our Father” prayer before a small Orthodox statue of St. George - one one of the most revered figures in Christianity, often associated with victory on the battlefield.
Next, the video shows a tank crew member reciting Muslim prayers. At the same time, another member of the force - apparently a Buryat or Yakut sniper - chanted Buddhist scriptures and turned a rosary. In a building in a ruined city, this person aimed his rifle and fired a single shot.
Another Russian infantryman, wearing a silver cross around his neck, was surrounded in a house, praying and throwing grenades at enemies advancing toward him.
Later, a convoy of Russian armored vehicles was seen rolling through the countryside with the caption: "We are [ ]. God is with us" - with the space filled in with the names of two dozen groups Main ethnic groups - including Ukrainians - live in Russia.
"We are Russians. God is with us. Prayer is not just words, but great power. Be with the strong, be with us, join our comrades you" - the Russian Ministry of Defense said, releasing information on how to enlist.
Russia announced partial mobilization in the fall of 2022, calling up about 300,000 reservists to protect the 2,000 km front line with Ukraine. Since then, Moscow officials have opposed new recruitment efforts , saying patriotic volunteers have consistently met manpower needs.
Last month, the Russian Ministry of Defense said that in 2024 alone, about 190,000 contract soldiers will join the army and an estimated 1,000 people sign contracts every day. Last December, the Ministry put the total number at 640,000 contract soldiers.
