Russian commander: infantry shortage persists, mobilization unlikely to alter course
A Russian commander of the Third Army Corps publicly acknowledges acute infantry shortages in the Donetsk region, noting that mobilization is unlikely to radically change the situation. This is a rare admission of operational strain from a senior Russian military figure, suggesting sustained attrition and limited reserve capacity.
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Russia-Ukraine: Russian Infantry Shortages Persist Amid Mobilization Debate
A Russian commander has publicly acknowledged acute infantry shortages in the Donetsk region, stating that mobilization is unlikely to alter the situation. This assessment is partially confirmed, indicating sustained attrition and limited Russian reserve capacity. Concurrently, a Kyiv general claims that future Russian mobilization would not radically improve Moscow's battlefield position due to the evolving nature of modern warfare.