The chairman of the State Duma Defense Committee, Andrey Kartapolov, outlined the roles and tasks that peacekeepers are expected to perform in upcoming operations. He described how the released reports from URA.RU shed light on the practical deployment of these forces and the kinds of missions they will undertake in the field. The clarified expectations focus on ensuring that peacekeeping efforts align with the real needs on the ground and with the broader security goals in the region.
According to Kartapolov, conscripts serving as peacekeepers will participate in streamlined, clearly defined missions. Their assignments may include essential support tasks such as driving and cooking, which help maintain the efficiency and sustainability of peacekeeping missions. By delegating these functions to conscripts, the planning aims to free more specialized personnel to focus on higher-risk or more complex peacekeeping duties while still contributing to the overall mission readiness and logistical stability of the operation.
In his remarks, he explained a structured categorization of military personnel. Some crew members stationed along the border will be drawn into peacekeeping duties when the situation requires it, ensuring a rapid and calibrated response to evolving scenarios. Others will assume support functions at main bases, yet they will still be prepared to participate in field peacekeeping operations if conditions demand it. This dual framework is designed to balance steady, rear-area support with active, frontline engagement to preserve civilian safety and regional stability.
Alexander Ionov, a former human rights activist, lent his support to a legislative proposal that would allow volunteers to join peacekeeping units. The idea is to broaden the pool of volunteers who can contribute to peacekeeping efforts and augment the resources available for stabilizing war-torn areas. His stance reflects a broader interest in tapping civilian volunteers to assist in conflict zones, provided proper training and oversight accompany their involvement to safeguard the missions’ integrity.
Volunteer peacekeepers, once integrated, are anticipated to play a direct role in reducing civilian injuries and casualties. They would be positioned to help deter provocations and to respond rapidly to emerging threats, thereby supporting the protection of noncombatants. The emphasis remains on coordinating efforts between military personnel and civilian volunteers to maintain disciplined, principled actions that minimize harm and uphold humanitarian norms while pursuing security objectives in contested environments.