Russian officials argued the partial mobilization is having adverse effects on the 'psychological state' of Russian society in a rare rebuke of the invasion.
is facing calls from some territory officials to formally end his mobilization of troops amid the Ukraine invasion.
In September, he announced a partial mobilization of troops in an effort to expand his ranks. The mobilization was seen as a major escalation of the war amid setbacks, and Ukraine this week accused Russia of starting a new mobilization in Crimea. Emilia Salbunova, who serves as a member of the Karelia Legislative Assembly, announced the letter, which was signed by her and other regional leaders, in a Telegram post on Tuesday.
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