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Putin orders further Russian army expansion amid Ukraine war

The decree increases Russia’s military staffing for the fourth time this year as the conflict enters its fifth winter, according to CNBC.

Reported · Written up by our desk · Europe

CNBC reports that President Vladimir Putin has issued a decree ordering another increase to Russia’s military staffing levels.

The outlet says the move is the fourth rise in personnel this year, as the war in Ukraine continues into a fifth winter.

CNBC World adds that the development comes as Zelenskyy warned Russia may prepare to deploy 10,000 North Korean troops.

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CNBC MarketsPutin orders army expansion as Zelenskyy warns Russia preparing to deploy 10,000 North Korean troops
CNBC WorldPutin orders army expansion as Zelenskyy warns Russia preparing to deploy 10,000 North Korean troops

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