Russia Expands Military Force to 1.5 Million

Hindustan Times · world

Russia is significantly increasing its military personnel, with President Vladimir Putin ordering an addition of 15,500 troops. This marks the fourth expansion of the country's armed forces in 2026. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy also claims Russia has initiated further mobilization. Additionally, Zelenskyy alleges that 10,000 North Korean troops are being prepared for deployment to Russia. These developments suggest a substantial build-up of Russian military power.