During a meeting on Tuesday, Russian President Vladimir Putin mocked Ukraine’s military recruitment efforts, claiming officials there are “catching people like dogs” to force them into service. He contrasted this with Russia’s situation, stating that Russian citizens are joining the army voluntarily in large numbers — around 50,000 to 60,000 per month — while Ukraine is forcibly mobilizing around 30,000 people.
Putin’s remarks come amid ongoing tensions, with Ukraine maintaining a general mobilization since 2022, restricting men aged 18 to 60 from leaving the country and initially setting the draft age at 27. Read More