Opposition to the 2nd wave of mass mobilization in Russia has increased from 60% in December 2022 to approximately three-quarters. While historical narratives may resonate, the majority of Russians are now more concerned about their quality of life and economic stability.
Nothing stimulates an economy like upsetting countless potential trade partners.
What if you also conscripted, killed, and maimed a big portion of young workers during a demographic crisis, while simultaneously driving millions of educated people out of the country and diverting critical resources to a barbaric war effort?
Maybe throw in heavy sanctions to make it challenging.