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Russia's Defense Minister Suggests Cloning Soldiers From 3,000 Years Ago


Published on 2025-01-03 10:42:26 - MSN
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  • Shoigu hinted at the potential to extract organic material from the remains, likening the concept to cloning breakthroughs like Dolly the sheep. While his comments stopped short o

Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu has proposed an unconventional approach to military recruitment by suggesting the cloning of soldiers from 3,000 years ago, as reported by MSN. This idea stems from the discovery of well-preserved remains of ancient warriors in Siberia, which Shoigu believes could be used to create a new generation of soldiers with the physical prowess and combat skills of their ancestors. The proposal, while scientifically and ethically controversial, reflects Russia's ongoing interest in leveraging biotechnology for military purposes. Critics argue that this plan not only raises significant ethical issues but also questions the feasibility and practicality of such genetic engineering, especially given the current technological limitations and the potential for unforeseen genetic complications.

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