Medvedev denies Russian mobilization rumors, cites Ukrainian manpower shortage

On July 28, 2026, Dmitry Medvedev, deputy chairman of Russia's Security Council, dismissed rumors of a new mobilization in Russia as a provocation. He also claimed that Ukraine's armed forces are suffering from a shortage of manpower. Medvedev added that Russia has achieved good progress in recruiting personnel for its drone units. His comments come amid ongoing speculation about Russia's military needs.