Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky speaks during a press conferece with European Council President Charles Michel and Moldovan President Maia Sandu after their meeting. Dario Pignatelli/European Council/dpa
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky promised the military a reform of conscription laws in a video speech on Friday evening. The proposed reforms concern the conditions for the possible demobilization of front-line fighters, including some soldiers who have fought on the front lines since Russia launched the full-scale invasion in February 2022. "Everyone in Ukraine understands that changes are needed in this area," said Zelensky. New potential recruits will also be the focus of changes to the law, Zelensky said. He said any changes would have to be worked out and approved by the military l...
