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Zelensky Invites Over 60s to Join Ukraine's Military

7/30/2025

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On July 29, President Volodymyr Zelensky took a bold step by signing a bill that invites Ukrainians over 60 to voluntarily join the military during martial law. This initiative seeks to bolster forces amid the relentless conflict with Russia, allowing volunteers to serve in vital non-combat roles for one year, pending medical and command assessments.

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On July 29, President Volodymyr Zelensky took a bold step by signing a bill that invites Ukrainians over 60 to voluntarily join the military during martial law. This initiative seeks to bolster forces amid the relentless conflict with Russia, allowing volunteers to serve in vital non-combat roles for one year, pending medical and command assessments.