Story perspectives

Putin Signs Year-Round Conscription Law Amid U.S. Criticism

11/6/2025

50 7

Center

Putin Expands Conscription

On November 5, 2025, Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a law authorizing year-round conscription.
The change expands Russia's drafts beyond two per year to strengthen mobilization.
Conscripts cannot be deployed abroad during service but become eligible for future drafts.
On the same day, Putin awarded state honors to Poseidon and Burevestnik developers.
U.S. President Donald Trump criticized Putin for testing the Burevestnik, calling it "not appropriate."

Left

Zelenskyy Visits Troops

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited troops in Donetsk on November 5, 2025.
The Institute for the Study of War reports Russian forces are comfortable in Pokrovsk.
Ukrainian drones targeted a petrochemical plant in Sterlitamak, Russia, causing significant damage.
Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a law extending conscription year-round, allowing reservists to guard oil refineries from drone strikes.
Heavy military spending strains Russia's budget, prompting tax increases to address the deficit.

1 of 2

Putin Expands Conscription

On November 5, 2025, Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a law authorizing year-round conscription.
The change expands Russia's drafts beyond two per year to strengthen mobilization.
Conscripts cannot be deployed abroad during service but become eligible for future drafts.
On the same day, Putin awarded state honors to Poseidon and Burevestnik developers.
U.S. President Donald Trump criticized Putin for testing the Burevestnik, calling it "not appropriate."

1 / 2