Putin Orders Increase in Authorized Strength of Russian Armed Forces
Presidential decree sets total force size at 2.44 million, including 1,550,500 active-duty troops, according to Anadolu Agency.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree increasing the authorized strength of the country's armed forces to 2.44 million personnel, Anadolu Agency reported.
According to the decree cited by Anadolu Agency, the total figure includes 1,550,500 active-duty military personnel.
The report did not specify the previous authorized strength of the armed forces or provide further details on the timing or stated reasons for the increase.
Sources
- Putin increases authorized strength of Russian Armed Forces to 2.44M personnel — Anadolu Agency (Turkey)
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