Vladimir Putin Has Increased the Authorized Strength of the Russian Armed Forces; the Relevant Decree Has Been Published

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Putin increased the number of troops in the Russian Federation - how many of them will be <p>Putin increased the staff of the Russian Armed Forces to 2.44 million people, of which 1.55 million soldiers. This is the fourth such decision in a year.</p>

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Russian President Vladimir Putin has today signed a decree that increases the number of soldiers in the armed forces by 15,000, bringing them to a million 550 thousand. Russian agencies report it. (ANSA)

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Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a decree to increase the size of the armed forces to 2,441,630 personnel, of whom 1,550,500 are military personnel; the Russian President has established a new military establishment of 2,441,630 personnel, including 1,550,500 military personnel; the relevant decree is posted on the portal for the official publication of legal acts; the text of the previous decree of the Head of State indicates that the Ru…

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EADaily, 28 September 2026. Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a decree establishing the size of the Russian army, which is available on the portal for the publication of official legal acts.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin has established a staffing establishment of the Russian Armed Forces, and the corresponding decree of the Head of State is on Monday for official service.