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Russian President Vladimir Putin's partial mobilization of reservists announcement on Wednesday sparked uncommon and big protests in Russia resulting in virtually 1,200 arrests, Related Press reported. The transfer, which got here after setbacks for Putin's troops practically seven months after Russia's February invasion of Ukraine, is a manner for the Russian President to bolster his forces in Ukraine.

The West regarded on the transfer as an admission of weak spot by the Putin in addition to a possible escalation of conflict. The transfer despatched Russians scrambling to purchase aircraft tickets to flee the nation fearing the call-up.

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Regardless of Russia’s harsh legal guidelines, demonstrators outraged by the mobilization transfer, staged protests in cities throughout the nation elevating anti-war slogans. In Moscow, within the first quarter-hour of protest, no less than a dozen have been arrested, Related Press reported.

Russian President Vladimir Putin, in his handle, additionally warned the West that he isn’t bluffing about utilizing every thing at his disposal to guard Russia — an obvious reference to his nuclear arsenal.