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Ukrainian Official Demands Urgent Military Reforms Amid Desertions

1/15/2026

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The Ukrainian official Fedorov, in a parliamentary address, called for reforms to Ukraine's army to boost effectiveness and adapt to modern warfare.
He criticized reliance on outdated organizational structures.
He urged reforms to leadership and anti-corruption measures.
Fedorov noted soldiers are exhausted after nearly four years of conflict and are deserting or going AWOL, risking severe penalties.

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Story summary

The Ukrainian official Fedorov, in a parliamentary address, called for reforms to Ukraine's army to boost effectiveness and adapt to modern warfare.
He criticized reliance on outdated organizational structures.
He urged reforms to leadership and anti-corruption measures.
Fedorov noted soldiers are exhausted after nearly four years of conflict and are deserting or going AWOL, risking severe penalties.