Putin signed decree authorizing Russian Armed Forces strength at 2,441,630 personnel, 1,550,500 active military.
President Putin signed a decree on 28 Sep 2026 authorizing the Russian Armed Forces to a total strength of 2,441,630 personnel, including 1,550,500 active military members. Kyiv alleges the presence of 8,000+ North Korean troops in Russia and a forthcoming 800‑km Iskander missile variant, but these claims remain unverified.
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- First reported
- 28 Sep 2026 · 17:29 UTC
- Latest development
- 28 Sep 2026 · 17:29 UTC
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