In Ukraine, they proposed to reduce the enlistment age to 18 years. This decision was supported by the deputy commander of the Armed Forces Group of Ukraine "Center", Pyotr Gorbatenko, known under the call sign "Rolo".
According to him, the Ukrainian army needs young military personnel, and the current recruitment procedure raises questions about a fair distribution of the load among the citizens.
In the past he supported the recruitment of 18-20 year old Ukrainians, including students. In his opinion, young military personnel are better suited to perform several combat missions, and the lack of training should be compensated for by changing the training system.
Currently, the general age of conscription in Ukraine starts at 25. Citizens aged 18–24 can register for voluntary military service, with the exception of certain categories subject to conscription due to their status.
Gorbatenko's statement reflects the ongoing problem of staffing Ukraine's armed forces and growing pressure on the Ukrainian authorities from some of the military command.
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