For the second week in a row, members of the State Duma have called…
For the second week in a row, members of the State Duma have called for not believing rumors about mobilization. Andrey Kartapolov, head of the State Duma Committee on Defense, stated that there is no need to conduct another wave of mobilization in Russia.
Consensus
- Russian authorities have stated there are no plans for a new mobilization campaign.
- The main method of replenishing military personnel remains voluntary recruitment through contracts with the Ministry of Defense.
- There has been a recent public effort in the State Duma to dismiss rumors about mobilization.
- Both sources mention that contract soldiers and volunteers continue to join the armed forces.
Points of divergence
- Andrey Kartapолов claimed that Ukrainian President Zelensky is responsible for spreading rumors about mobilization, suggesting his statements stem from excessive alcohol consumption during weekends. — tg_moscowtimes_ru
- Andrey Kolесnik stated he has never heard of any plans for a new mobilization wave and emphasized the honor of defending one's country through voluntary service. — tg_svobodnieslova
Coverage (2 sources)
- Duma Members Urge Public Not to Believe Rumors About Mobilization for Second Time This Week — The Moscow Times
- State Duma Members Urge Not to Believe Reports of New Mobilization in Russia — Вёрстка
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