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Ukraine Struggles to Recruit Young Defenders Despite Bonuses

4/13/2025

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In Ukraine, interest in the "18-24" defense program is high, yet fewer than 500 young individuals have committed to signing contracts. Pavel Palisa, deputy head of the presidential office, highlighted challenges impacting recruitment. To incentivize volunteers, the government has introduced one-year contracts with a generous bonus of 1 million hryvnia.

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In Ukraine, interest in the "18-24" defense program is high, yet fewer than 500 young individuals have committed to signing contracts. Pavel Palisa, deputy head of the presidential office, highlighted challenges impacting recruitment. To incentivize volunteers, the government has introduced one-year contracts with a generous bonus of 1 million hryvnia.