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Putin Faces Public Backlash Over New Army Draft

|Moscow, Russia, Russia|1 independent sources

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Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a new army call‑up that could spark public anger across the country.

The move, revealed in a televised address, signals a tightening of military recruitment amid ongoing conflict. Putin’s statement was met with uncertainty about how the draft will be implemented and its impact on civilian life.

The announcement comes as Russia continues to mobilise forces for its war in Ukraine, raising concerns about the strain on the nation’s population and economy.

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