Putin Signs Laws to Guard Refineries With Reservists, Allow Year-Round Conscription

Putin Signs Laws to Enhance Security and Conscription

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed laws to utilize reservists in guarding oil refineries and enable year-round conscription amidst mounting war and spending pressures.

These measures come in response to Ukrainian drone strikes on Russian oil refineries, which have led to gasoline shortages in certain regions.

Kyiv has been targeting Russian refineries in retribution for Moscow’s drone and missile strikes in Ukraine, aiming to disrupt energy revenues that fund Russia’s military.

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Author's summary: Putin signs laws for refinery security and year-round conscription.

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Kyiv Post Kyiv Post — 2025-11-05

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