https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/mass-mobilization-not-planned-russian-un-envoy-claims-stops-short-of-ruling-it-out-following-electionsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/mass-mobilization-not-planned-russian-un-envoy-claims-stops-short-of-ruling-it-out-following-electionshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/mass-mobilization-not-planned-russian-un-envoy-claims-stops-short-of-ruling-it-out-following-elections#u46737Sun, 23 Aug 2026 08:16:21 +0000Russia's UN envoy claims no mass mobilization is planned, though he did not rule out the possibility following elections. This contradicts reports from Ukrainian intelligence and monitoring groups suggesting the Kremlin is preparing a new wave of conscription. The National Security and Defense Council reports an intensification of covert mobilization, while other sources suggest training grounds are being prepared for new recruits. These conflicting accounts emerge as Russia continues to sustain casualties in Ukraine.Why it mattersMobilization efforts are critical to sustaining Russian ma