professional soldiers

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These conversations also show clearly how the war has progressed, from the professional soldiers who initially powered Vladimir Putin’s full-scale invasion to men from all walks of life compelled to serve in grueling conditions.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 25, 2023

Alongside full-time professional soldiers, many branches of the Israeli military depend on reservists who are required to undergo regular training and are called up at times of war.

From Reuters • Jul. 26, 2023

These were professional soldiers who were paid by a company called the Wagner Group.

From NewsForKids.net • Jun. 27, 2023

The U.S. government estimated in December that Wagner had 10,000 professional soldiers.

From New York Times • Jun. 24, 2023

How could we climb the Pamir Mountains faster than five professional soldiers?

From "The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams" by Daniel Nayeri