Approximately 300 soldiers are known as the Tiger Forces. They are currently serving in the 25th Division of the Syrian Army. And are known as an experienced and elite team. And they have been working closely with Russian officers in other war fronts.
The Russians have offered the Tiger Forces top pay of $1,200 a month for six months. And they will receive a $3,000 bonus when they return to Syria. If they are killed-in-action their families will receive the bonus.
If the Tiger Forces are the best, the combined militia is still in disarray. So far it has 85 men signed up and training in Russia. They come primarily from Lebanon, Iraq and Syria.
There is a lot of competition for mercenary jobs. Some of the newly minted soldiers are willing to risk their lives for salaries they could not make in their home countries. An average soldier in the Syrian Army earns on average $100 a month.
Applicants are 20 to 45-years-old. And should weigh between 110 and 200 pounds. Previous military experience is a high priority.
