Russia prepares 5 million for mobilisation amid escalation
General Oleksandr Syrskyi claims that Russia has prepared 5 million people for mobilisation. "The total reserve is 20 million," said the Chief Commander of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in an interview with the Ukrainian portal LB.ua.
What do you need to know?
- Russia has prepared 5 million people for mobilisation, and the total mobilisation reserve is 20 million, stated General Oleksandr Syrskyi in an interview with the portal LB.ua.
- Russian armed forces increase their numbers by 8,000 to 9,000 soldiers monthly thanks to contracts that in some regions reach approximately $40,000 (£31,000).
- The Ukrainian army destroyed a strategic Tu-22M3 bomber and several Shahed drone storage locations, which has reduced the number of drones used by the Russians.
What are Russia's plans for Ukraine?
General Syrskyi emphasised that Russia is increasing its armed forces by 8,000 to 9,000 soldiers monthly. The value of contracts for soldiers in certain regions reaches approximately $40,000 (£31,000), providing a strong financial incentive. North Korea also supports Russia by sending its troops, who have already completed two training and reinforcement phases.
The war in Ukraine. Is Russia planning a new offensive?
According to Syrskyi, a new Russian offensive in the Sumy and Kharkiv regions has already begun. President Volodymyr Zelensky is correct in claiming that the number of enemy offensives in key directions has nearly doubled. The "Zapad-2025" exercises may be part of preparations for a new offensive from Belarusian territory.
The Ukrainian army has achieved the capability to carry out drone attacks over 1,700 kilometres. General Syrskyi noted that following a series of successful attacks, the number of artillery shells used by the Russians has nearly halved. The Russian navy in the Black Sea is limited in its operations, which represents another success for Ukraine.
