The legislation passed by Ukraine's parliament aims to address the fledgling manpower among its forces as they fight a better-armed adversary. This bill, pending President Zelenskiy's signature, is crucial for Ukraine to cope with major manpower challenges.
The bill's significant change includes the scrapping of the demobilization date for frontline soldiers, a move that affects thousands who have been in the army since Russia's full-scale invasion. The bill had months of deliberations and passed in the final reading.
Zelenskiy signed bills to lower the conscription age and require re-assessment of men with military waivers due to disability. Measures aim to increase fighter numbers; previous incidents include street conscriptions and corruption scandals.
Lawmaker Fedienko highlighted that the law on mobilization signals Ukraine's readiness to reclaim territory and the necessity for weapons. The country faces challenges with Russia's advances in the east.
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