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Russia to conscript 120,000 in fall draft; officials deny Ukraine deployment
Meduza English·RU · UA·3 days ago
Polish politician Sławomir Mentzen argues for reinstating the draft to build reserves, but analyst Marek Kutarba counters that modern defense requires long-term competency development, not just conscription. The debate reflects Poland's ongoing military buildup amid regional threats, but no policy change has occurred.