Russian Military Denies Plans for New Mobilization and Conscriptions in Ukraine's Occupied Regions

The Russian Defense Ministry has stated that there are no plans for additional mobilization measures as the country prepares for its annual call-up of young men for compulsory military service. The fall military call-up will proceed as scheduled on October 1, and no conscripts will be sent to fight in Ukraine during their 12-month training period. This announcement comes amidst speculation of a second wave of mobilization to address manpower shortages in Ukraine, but the ministry has reported a significant increase in voluntary recruitment into the Armed Forces.