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Russia Moves to Mobilize Two Million Reservists Amid Pressure

10/15/2025

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Russia is advancing legislation to mobilize up to two million reservists for duties amid pressure on President Vladimir Putin over Ukraine.
The law would allow mobilization without a declaration of war, shifting from previous restrictions.
It creates 'special military assemblies' for training and defense tasks lasting up to two months to maintain readiness.
Analysts say the measure increases operational flexibility and does not indicate an immediate deployment increase to Ukraine.

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Russia is advancing legislation to mobilize up to two million reservists for duties amid pressure on President Vladimir Putin over Ukraine.
The law would allow mobilization without a declaration of war, shifting from previous restrictions.
It creates 'special military assemblies' for training and defense tasks lasting up to two months to maintain readiness.
Analysts say the measure increases operational flexibility and does not indicate an immediate deployment increase to Ukraine.