Peskov: mobilization is not considered – News – Politics – Kommersant

Presidential press secretary Dmitry Peskov commented on the words of United Russia deputy Mikhail Sheremet about the need for “full mobilization.” According to the Kremlin spokesman, this option is not being considered.

“At the moment, no, this is out of the question,” Mr. Peskov said, answering a question about the likelihood of general or partial mobilization.

The day before, on September 12, State Duma deputy Mikhail Sheremet, who is a member of the security committee, declaredthat the goals of a military operation cannot be achieved without the announcement of a general mobilization. “Without full mobilization, transfer to a military footing, including the economy, we will not achieve the proper results … Today, society should be consolidated as much as possible and purposeful for victory,” the deputy said.

The Russian authorities routinely deny the need for military mobilization. Yesterday, September 12, Mr. Peskov refused answer the question about possible mobilization in the country by forwarding it to the Ministry of Defense. The military department did not comment on the situation. At the same time, deputies from the State Duma Committee on Defense suggested change the federal law on mobilization. According to the updated bill, citizens with many children will have the opportunity to enter the military reserve.

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Milena Kostereva