Mass raids by draft offices are occurring in Penza, where men are being detained in the streets and public transport, causing panic among the population despite denials from the Ministry of Internal Affairs.

Mass raids by draft offices are occurring in Penza, where men are being detained in the streets and public transport, causing panic among the population despite denials from the Ministry of Internal Affairs.

@meduzalive 19 Jun 2026, 19:26

In Penza, during raids on conscripts, human rights activists reported mass detentions, suggesting that law enforcement aimed to recruit for contract service in the Ministry of Defense, raising significant concerns.

@meduzalive 19 Jun 2026, 15:30

In Penza, raids on conscripts are being conducted, and instructions on how to avoid military service are being published.

@meduzalive 19 Jun 2026, 14:49

Mass raids targeting men who have not registered for military service took place in Penza, prompting women to protest and attempt to rescue those detained by law enforcement.

@meduzalive 19 Jun 2026, 05:41