Russian Duma Chief Wants Military Training for Deputies Instead of Vacation

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No more beach vacations for Putin's politicians? When it comes to Duma leader Vyacheslav Volodin, the clear answer is "yes". The Kremlin confidant demands that the deputies spend their summer break on the troop training ground in the future. Especially explosive: Volodin himself did not perform military service.

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The chairman of the Russian State Duma, Vyacheslav Volodin, wants lawmakers to take part in military exercises during their vacations. He says it will help lawmakers establish “closer contact” with the armed forces and better understand how they work. He has called on the Russian Defense Ministry to prepare for the matter. The announcement comes amid speculation that the country could declare a military mobilisation.