Ukrainian intelligence reports an unprecedented increase in Russian occupation troops, currently amounting to more than 700,000 military personnel. Compared to November 2024, when the number was around 580,000 people, there is a significant jump in the occupation contingent.
Russian military leadership is pursuing a consistent strategy to increase its presence on Ukrainian territory. Through large-scale mobilization and continuous deployment of new units to the front line, the Kremlin is trying to compensate for the enormous human losses suffered.
Ukrainian military experts analyze that this demographic pressure coincides with unprecedented losses for the Russian army in 2024 and 2025. Nevertheless, Moscow continues to mobilize tens of thousands of new soldiers monthly, maintaining a high intensity of military operations.
The information is confirmed by leading international media sources, including Kyiv Independent and BBC, which track the development of the military conflict.