WorldPutin rejects mobilization rumors, but many Russians remain unconvinced

Russian President Vladimir Putin has twice dismissed rumors of an impending mobilization, calling them “complete nonsense” and an “information attack” against Russia. Many Russians, however, say summonses from military enlistment offices have prompted fears of being called up or losing the ability to leave the country, leading some to prepare to depart.

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