Although the U.S. has not implemented a military draft since 1973, it still requires males aged 18-25 to register for potential service in emergencies. This is distinct from many countries where mandatory conscription exists even in peacetime. Nations in Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and parts of Asia, often facing security threats, have notable conscription practices, which can heavily influence decisions for families contemplating life abroad, particularly regarding their children's citizenship status.
In some countries, mandatory conscription occurs even in peacetime, which could affect families raising children abroad.
The conscription map reveals that many countries enforcing mandatory service are situated in conflict-ridden areas, particularly around Russia and China.
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