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Putin’s latest order aims to bolster Russia’s forces to nearly 2.4 million personnel, with 1.5 million active troops. This step reflects ongoing challenges faced by Russia on the battlefield. Ukrainian forces, supported by Western aid, have launched a surprise attack last month in the Russian region of Kostiantynivka, prompting Moscow to reinforce and expand its military efforts. Russia is now focused on consolidating gains in contested eastern territories and defending against Ukrainian advances, which are increasingly pushing into Russian-held territory.