The Institute for the Study of War (ISW) reported that continued covert mobilization will likely result in lower quality training for Russian recruits and conscripts.
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The ISW reported that competition for insufficient training capacity will likely lead to lower quality training for mobilized recruits and conscripts.
Russian authorities are preparing another wave of mobilization.
The continuation of covert mobilization measures and preparation for the next wave is likely to create a significant burden on the Russian apparatus of formation of the Armed Forces.
Putin likely ordered the end of partial mobilization to free up bureaucratic capacity for conscription, but mobilization efforts have not stopped completely.
A next wave of mobilization will worsen the overall quality of Russian troops sent to the front in Ukraine.
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Extracted: 2026-05-30T04:26:05.907Z
Source story: isw-kremlin-prepares-for-another-round-of-covert-mobilization-while-fall-conscription-cycle-is-underway