Russia’s Draft Looms as Putin Stalls | US News

Estonia’s intelligence chief warns Russia may mobilize troops within weeks, with a 50-50 chance — infrastructure is ready, but no final call yet. This looming draft could actually make Kremlin leaders more likely to act, as societal acceptance might ease resistance. Rosin expects no big protests but watches Russian elites closely — any political shift would be sudden and dramatic. Putin faces a brutal dilemma: continue the war risking collapse or retreat, risking his legacy. As war costs soar, Kremlin plans tax hikes and wealth demands, fueling growing discontent across society. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/99d88598d93c08b7