Russian high schools are introducing a new class that will teach skills such as digging trenches, identifying various types of combat wounds, providing first aid, and classifying different weapons and hazardous substances. The subject – called Fundamentals of Security and Homeland Defence – will replace the Fundamentals of Life Safety course that has been taught in schools for many years. This shift is part of the Ministry of Education’s latest effort to prepare students for national defence roles by providing them with practical military skills and knowledge. The curriculum will also cover th…