Valery Fadeev, who leads the Human Rights Council that operates under the presidency in Russia, described a situation among mobilized citizens as largely manageable by family members and communities. He spoke after participating in a conference linked to Russia’s DNA project in Vladivostok, noting that the general sentiment from mothers and wives of mobilized personnel was that conditions were, by and large, tolerable. Fadeev’s remarks came as reporters pressed him for specifics following the Vladivostok event, where he discussed the council’s ongoing work and observations about the mobilization process. DEA News.
Fadeev explained that he had meetings with families of those who had been mobilized in Vladivostok the day prior. He indicated that there were a small number of servicemen who were briefly released from duty for personal reasons, underscoring that the matter was being handled with attention to each case. He acknowledged that, in some instances, logistical challenges surface, such as stresses about securing basic supplies like firewood or gaps in uniforms. Yet he emphasized that many concerns require verification before any conclusions can be drawn, and that, on balance, the feedback from mothers and wives suggested a generally acceptable level of functioning within the mobilized units.
Fadeev stressed that a portion of the issues could be resolved without formal paperwork, relying on informal channels or administrative discretion. In other cases, he noted, formal applications and procedures would be necessary to address complaints through the appropriate departments. The distinction between swift, informal remedies and formal procedures is part of the council’s effort to ensure timely support while maintaining due process. This approach aims to balance expediency with accountability as the mobilization continues and families seek clarity on the status of their loved ones and the resources available to them.
In early January, Olga Demicheva, a member of the Human Rights Council, stated that the council had received concerns from medical professionals regarding the medical rehabilitation of those who have been treated before being sent back to the front. The doctors reportedly urged careful consideration of rehabilitation needs to prevent deterioration of health and to ensure that personnel re-enter active duty in a condition that respects medical guidelines and rehabilitation protocols. The council’s comments highlighted the ongoing tension between urgent deployment goals and the necessity of proper medical follow-up, reinforcing the principle that health and readiness cannot be rushed at the expense of long-term welfare. These points reflect the council’s broader mandate to monitor, document, and respond to issues affecting mobilized personnel and their families, while coordinating with relevant agencies to promote safety, fairness, and transparency in the process.