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Ukraine's new mobilization law takes effect

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Ole Alsaker
May 19, 2024

A new Ukrainian mobilization law has come into force, which the government hopes will boost front-line troop numbers. The age of conscription comes down from 27 to 25, and draft dodgers both at home and abroad will face punishment.

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