Putin Calls Up 150,000 Russian Men for Compulsory Military Service

SOURCE www.the-sun.com
Vladimir Putin has called up 150,000 Russian men for compulsory military service, reportedly to prepare for a potential offensive against Ukraine. The recruits, aged 18 to 30, will serve in the army, potentially being sent to conflict zones. Putin's actions are seen as part of a larger plan to confront Ukraine and target NATO, with escalating threats including nuclear warnings against F-16 jets.

Key Points

  • Putin signs decree calling up 150,000 citizens for military service
  • Recruits aged 18 to 30 will serve in the army
  • Potential launch of spring offensive against Ukraine
  • Threats against NATO and warnings of nuclear attacks

Pros

  • Strengthens Russian military force
  • Prepares for potential offensive against Ukraine
  • Increases army personnel to compensate for war losses

Cons

  • Forced conscription of citizens
  • Risk of recruits being sent to conflict zones
  • Threats of nuclear attacks against F-16 jets