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Putin orders conscription of 135,000 men for autumn draft 2025

"Breaking: Putin orders conscription of 135,000 men for the autumn draft 2025, the largest intake since 2016. Discover the implications for Russia's military strength."

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Putin orders conscription of 135,000 men for autumn draft 2025
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Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree for the conscription of 135,000 men aged 18 to 30 into military service. This draft will take place from October 1 to December 31, 2025, marking the largest autumn intake since 2016.

This decision reflects a significant increase in military recruitment efforts, as the number of conscripts is the highest recorded in nine years. The decree aims to bolster the Russian armed forces during the autumn draft period.

For more information on this development, see recent developments in military conscription.