Russian MoD but whose ultimate
a legal point of view, it is difficult to clearly define these groups, with their official status being “volunteers,” which operate under the umbrella of the Russian MoD but whose ultimate allegiance remains somewhat blurred (see EDM, April 4, 9, 16, 30, 2024). The internal and external factors of how Russian PMCs operate highlight general features intrinsic to their formation. Russian PMCs and mercenary formations have mixed effects on the battlefield. First, their effectiveness is contingent on the use of other forces. When operating in an unfamiliar environment, their capabilities become drastically reduced. Second, they cannot fully become a factor of domestic stabilization. While effective in the short run, their ability to contribute to long-term stability is questionable when prompting an incumbent regime. Conversely, their use as a company outside the regime may contribute to growing destabilization and intensifying civil unrest. สล็อตเว็บตรง