Russia should prepare new mobilization November 20, 2022 by Alexandra Hartman Editor-in-Chief President Vladimir Putin (right) and Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu at a meeting in October. Kremlin chief Putin will visit Russian soldiers in autumn 2022. Sergei Shoigu plays an important role as Russia’s defense minister in the Ukraine war. Russian soldiers train for the Ukraine war. Russian soldiers in the Ukraine war in the Kherson region. President Vladimir Putin (right) and Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu at a meeting in October. – Keystone Share this: Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on X (Opens in new window) X Alexandra Hartman Editor-in-Chief Editor-in-Chief Prize-winning journalist with over 20 years of international news experience. Alexandra leads the editorial team, ensuring every story meets the highest standards of accuracy and journalistic integrity.