Internet users in Kazakhstan see ads calling to join the Russian army

Online ads for joining the Russian army have begun popping up on the screens of Kazakh internet users.

This was reported by Reuters.

They promise a one-off payment of 495,000 Russian roubles ($5,300) to those who sign a contract with the Russian military, along with a monthly salary of at least 190,000 roubles ($2,000) and undisclosed extra benefits.

The ads lead to a website that offers potential recruits a chance to join the Russian army in the Sakhalin region.

The website lists its owner as the Human Capital Development Agency of the Sakhalin region.

"Its call centre operators said they could not comment on the ad placement, and the organisation did not reply to emailed questions," Reuters added.

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