Reports indicate that Russian security forces are detaining civilians and pressuring them to sign military contracts as the Kremlin gears up for a new wave of mobilization for the war in Ukraine. The human rights project Idite lesom has documented a significant increase in forced recruitment since mid-August, with concerns growing among the public about the implications of potential mobilization following upcoming elections. Many Russians are seeking to leave the country amid fears of being drafted, especially those in financial distress or under investigation.