About Soviet Republic
A soviet republic is a republic in which the government is formed of soviets and politics are based on soviet democracy. Although the term is usually associated with Soviet member-states, it was not initially used to represent the political organisation of the Soviet Union, but merely a form of democracy.
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At least 11 dead after attack on Russian army recruits training to fight in Ukraine
By Elsa MaishmanBBC News
At least 11 people have been killed after an attack at a Russian military training ground on Saturday.
During a firearms training session, two men opened fire on a group who had volunteered to fight in Ukraine, state-owned news agency Ria reported.
The attackers were from a former Soviet Republic , The Russian defence ministry said, but did not give further details.
They were also shot dead during The Incident in the Belgorod region of Russia, which borders Ukraine.
A further 15 people were wounded.
" During a firearms training session with individuals who voluntarily expressed a desire to participate in the special military operation [against Ukraine], The Terrorists opened fire with Small Arms on the personnel of The Unit , " Ria cited a defence ministry statement as saying.
" As a result of The Shooting , 11 people were fatally wounded. Another 15 people with wounds of varying severity were taken to a medical facility, " it said.
Last month Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered a mobilisation of 300,000 Russians who had previously done compulsory military service.
The Order sparked protests across Russia, and a surge of people attempting to leave the country.
Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu announced in early October that More Than 200,000 reservists had already been drafted.
Source of news: bbc.com