Russia Implements Digital Draft to Combat Draft Dodging and Emigration

Russian lawmakers have passed measures to make it harder for citizens to dodge future military draft orders, including a travel ban and an electronic monitoring system. The move comes amid reports that Ukraine is preparing to launch a spring offensive. The measures suggest that President Vladimir Putin may be looking to issue another mobilization order. The updates to Russia's conscription system include the implementation of an electric delivery system, which means that fighting age men could receive their summons via email. Punishments will begin to incur if individuals fail to report for duty within 20 days of their summons.