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August 23, 2026
Zelensky Warns of Russian Mobilization of 300,000 Troops
- Zelensky estimates Russia will mobilize at least 300,000 additional troops by year-end.
- He claims Russia has lost 267,000 personnel this year, including 155,000 killed.
- Zelensky believes Russia aims to occupy Donetsk by year's end, despite ongoing Ukrainian resistance.
- U.S. air defense support remains critical, with Zelensky urging increased missile supplies.
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- Putin will draft 300,000 new troops after September elections, Zelenskiy saysAug 23, 2026 at 8:17 AM · Reuters
- Russia likely to mobilize at least 300,000 more troops to Ukraine war, Zelensky warnsAug 23, 2026 at 12:00 PM · CNN