Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree authorizing the call-up of reserve citizens for mandatory military training exercises scheduled for 2026. This decision was made public on December 8, 2025.
The decree outlines the government"s intention to prepare reserve personnel for potential military engagements through these training exercises. Further details regarding the scope and scale of the exercises have not been disclosed.
This move follows a series of military initiatives by the Russian government in recent years, aimed at enhancing the country"s defense capabilities. The announcement comes amid ongoing geopolitical tensions in the region.
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