There have been increasing reports in Russia of men being coerced into signing contracts with the Ministry of Defense, raising concerns about potential mobilization despite officials' claims that it will not occur.

There have been increasing reports in Russia of men being coerced into signing contracts with the Ministry of Defense, raising concerns about potential mobilization despite officials' claims that it will not occur.

@meduzalive 21 Aug 2026, 16:47

The human rights organization 'Kovcheg' recorded a sharp increase in inquiries from Russians about the possibility of emigration amid rumors of a new wave of mobilization.

@meduzalive 21 Aug 2026, 13:37