Moscow inches closer to forcing more Ukrainians from occupied territories to fight for Russia

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The Kremlin has incorporated parts of Ukraine into Russia's Southern Military District, intensifying forced conscription policies. Ukrainians in occupied territories face severe restrictions and are pressured to obtain Russian passports, leading to forced enlistment in the Russian army. Recent legislative changes have formalized year-round conscription, increasing the size of the Russian military amid ongoing conflict. Despite efforts to attract volunteers, the government has also implemented measures to enforce conscription and protect critical facilities.