Russian President Vladimir Putin is reportedly considering a large-scale mobilization to prevent potential defeat in the ongoing war in Ukraine. The potential move comes as Russia faces substantial losses on the battlefield, coupled with increasingly impactful Ukrainian drone strikes targeting its logistical infrastructure. A severe fuel crisis further exacerbates the challenges facing Russian forces. According to a report by the Atlantic Council, authored by Mykola Bielieskov, a researcher at the National Institute for Strategic Studies and a leading analyst at “Come Back Alive,” this option is being actively evaluated. While intended to bolster troop numbers, such a mobilization carries significant risks for Russia. The report highlights the confluence of these factors as driving Putin's consideration of this drastic measure. It suggests a growing desperation within the Kremlin as the war progresses.