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Putin Orders Russian Army Boosted to 2.44 Million, Adding 1.5 Million Troops as NATO Braces for Escalation

Russia’s army swells to over 2 million, prompting NATO alarm as the Kremlin pushes a massive troop boost.

By · Published September 28, 2026  23:43 UTC · Updated September 29, 2026  01:24 UTC

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The Russian military will total 2.44 million personnel after a decree expands the force by 1.5 million soldiers. Citizens in neighboring states and NATO members report heightened unease as the prospect of a larger Russian army reshapes security calculations across Europe.

The surge follows a presidential decree signed in Moscow that orders the armed forces to grow to 2.5 million, adding thousands of conscripts despite official statements that Russia is not preparing for war with Europe. Analysts note the move aligns with a pattern of force augmentation as NATO prepares for possible escalation.

The‑Sun and gnyouth.net echoed the numbers and described the development as a chilling message to the world. With NATO’s posture already on alert, the alliance’s forthcoming policy decisions remain unanswered.

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The obvious questions

What is the new official size target for Russia’s armed forces?

The decree aims for a total of about 2.5 million personnel, with the current count reported at 2.44 million after the latest expansion.

How many troops are being added in the latest increase?

Sources report an addition of roughly 1.5 million soldiers overall, including a specific rise of 15,500 active troops noted by Ukrainian Pravda.

What is NATO’s reported stance after the troop boost?

Coverage indicates NATO is bracing for escalation and keeps its posture on alert, though specific next steps have not been detailed.

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