Putin introduced martial law in the occupied territories of Ukraine. Why? Five reasons
No one recognized the pseudo -referendums in these areas in the world except the DPRK. And the Armed Forces continue to liberate Ukrainian territories. The annexation of the territories was condemned by 143 countries in the UN General Assembly. Only the Russian Federation, Belarus, DPRK, Syria and Nicaragua voted against this resolution. At first glance, there is an absurdity, so war. But if you think, there are at least four reasons for such a solution. In particular: 1.
Playing on the moods of Russian residents (in its recognized borders, not within Putin's dreams). As well as the neutralization of the negative moments for Putin. Something needs to be done to show the population "decisive steps" and the arsenal of events is small. 2. Martial law is a work duty in the occupied territories, the ability to withdraw values and resources in the territory for the front.
What is very important for the occupation grouping of troops on the background of failure in logistics. At least food and transport. 3. Martial law is an intensification of repression and the opportunity to retreat even from Russian laws regarding citizens of occupied territories. Searches, extrajudicial punishment, forced work, eviction and more. 4. The most important. Martial law = it is the mobilization of citizens.
It is important for Putin to create a situation in which Ukrainians (from the occupied territories) will shoot Ukrainians. And here he needs the maximum number of casualties. A cynical but effective "hatred education" policy is sufficiently cynical. Putin should be buried by Ukrainians to the occupying army. Not for success at the front. For a picture of corpses and to tell in the external field that "former citizens of Ukraine are fighting with the Ukrainian authorities.