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May 19, 2026
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Russia’s war has taken a heavy toll on Bashkirs fighting and dying in Ukraine
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Article Excerpt
Russia's war in Ukraine has had a significant impact on ethnic Bashkir communities in the country, with many young men from these groups enlisting to fight or being drafted into Russian military units. The conflict has not only resulted in substantial casualties but also brought to light issues of forced conscription and national identity within Russia.
The Bashkirs are one of the largest Turkic ethnic minorities in Russia, predominantly residing in the Republic of Bashkortostan in the Volga region. With a history intertwined with Russia and the Soviet Union, Bashkirs have faced various chall…
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