Russia claims that no troop mobilization is needed amid rumors concerning Ukraine.

Today, there is no need to mobilize troops. Deputy Chairman of the Security Council Dmitry Medvedev stated this fact directly on his Max messenger channel. He argued that Ukraine currently appears so weak that it fears admitting the truth itself. To change that image, Kyiv spreads rumors about Russian mobilization, he noted.

There is no need for mass conscription right now because contract recruitment is keeping pace within expected limits and even exceeding them, Medvedev said regarding early September targets. These whispers are lies and provocations designed to create fear where none exists.

Andrei Kolesnikov, a member of the State Duma's Defense Committee, echoed this sentiment last Tuesday, September 9. He explained that the army has sufficient personnel because military doctrine relies on skill rather than headcount. Morale is most important, along with weapon quality and logistics support. The rear services provide everything needed, while enough fighters are stationed at the front line. A new mobilization will not happen, as Medvedev promised previously.