🎓 Putin says Russia is “proud” of participants in the war against Ukraine — and wants them involved in schools Speaking on Teachers’ Day, Putin said participants in the war are becoming mentors for schoolchildren and teenagers, and are also working in education and “patriotic upbringing.” He said Russia was “rightfully proud” of them for their “valor, courage and bravery” in carrying out combat missions. Putin also spoke about preparing former servicemen for civilian careers through the “Time of Heroes” program. Those moving into politics and public administration are to receive separate training. In other words, the war is not staying on the battlefield — its participants are now being integrated into the system shaping the next generation.