Russia Claims WWII-Scale Mobilization Readiness: Bluff or Imminent Threat?
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov asserted Russia’s capacity for a WWII-scale mobilization, citing millions already supporting the military effort in Ukraine through aid and supplies. Despite avoiding another large-scale draft following the unpopular 2022 mobilization, Russia currently recruits 30,000-40,000 soldiers monthly via incentives and aggressive campaigns. This recruitment rate reportedly offsets estimated daily frontline losses, though some Russian officials advocate for broader mobilization in anticipation of future conflicts. Ukraine’s military estimates Russia could mobilize up to 5 million trained reservists.
John Q. Hosedrinker