Buryatia: How Russia Faces a Shortage of Volunteers

Buryatia, a remote republic in Siberia, illustrates the challenges Russia faces when it runs out of volunteers for its army. Following the death of 18-year-old soldier Nikita Malyshev, local businesses were compelled to recruit or face hefty fines. Currently, the number of new contract soldiers is declining, presenting difficulties for the Kremlin in recruiting new servicemen.