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Day 248: Russia Says Mobilization Drive Complete; Drone Attack in Crimea

Published OCT 29 2022·Updated FEB 15 2024

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Anti-Russia narrative

Russia's hastily organized mobilization has triggered thousands to flee the country, while those unfortunate enough to be selected are sent to the frontlines as cannon fodder with insufficient training and equipment.

Pro-Russia narrative

This is Russia's first mobilization of troops since World War II. Some logistical problems were inevitable, but the relevant conclusions have been drawn, and the issues have been rectified.

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