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Russia Considers Year-Round Military Conscription Reform

7/23/2025

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Russian lawmakers are pushing for a significant shift in military conscription by proposing year-round enlistment instead of the current biannual system. This change aims to alleviate the strain on recruitment centers with continuous medical evaluations and screenings. The State Duma is set to deliberate on this pivotal bill in autumn 2023, potentially reshaping military service in the country.

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Russian lawmakers are pushing for a significant shift in military conscription by proposing year-round enlistment instead of the current biannual system. This change aims to alleviate the strain on recruitment centers with continuous medical evaluations and screenings. The State Duma is set to deliberate on this pivotal bill in autumn 2023, potentially reshaping military service in the country.