Zelensky's office commented on fears regarding the lowering of the mobilization age.


Possible mobilization from the age of 18 in Ukraine: official comment
The communication advisor to the Office of the President of Ukraine, Dmytro Lytvyn, commented on the rumors about the possibility of lowering the age for mobilization, stating that the country's authorities are not considering such an option for youth aged 18 and over.
Quote from Lytvyn: 'They are not considering'.
Speculations arose after a statement by U.S. President representative Mike Waltz regarding the advisability of lowering the age for enlistment in order to enhance Ukraine's defense capability. However, at the moment, no legislative proposals are being considered in the Verkhovna Rada that foresee lowering the age threshold for mandatory mobilization.
It is also important to note that in February a program 'Contract 18-24' was introduced, which allows young citizens aged 18 to 24 to serve voluntarily. This program is open for voluntary participation and has nothing to do with general conscription.
Currently, Ukraine is also considering the possibility of mobilization after citizens reach the age of 60.
Read also
- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs responded to Russia's demands regarding restrictions for the Armed Forces of Ukraine
- Ukraine is building fortifications in a new way, but there are problems – Politico
- A British Colonel Explained Which Country Has the Best Air Defense System in the World
- It's not about a summons: Rutte points out Europe's weak spot in the confrontation with Russia
- Already the sixteenth: Ukraine will again extend martial law and mobilization until November
- Rutte voiced the scenario of a simultaneous NATO war with China and Russia