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Ukraine Creates National Guard Recruitment Center for Foreigners

By Drooid · Sep 19, 2026, 6:13 PM UTC · How we work

Summary

Story summary

Prime Minister Serhii Koretskyi announced a National Guard Recruitment Center for foreigners and stateless persons.
The center will coordinate recruitment and guide volunteers through interviews, background checks, and training.
Former Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov said Ukraine aims to fill 30-50% of assault and infantry positions with foreigners.
The government approved a draft law on Aug. 28 to extend residency options for foreign volunteers after their contracts end.

History

Historical Context

In 1936 the Communist International organized the International Brigades, sending roughly 32,000 volunteers to defend the Spanish Republic against Franco’s forces; the Soviet Union supplied arms and the brigades were dissolved on 23 September 1938. Echoing that model, Ukraine’s 2024 recruitment plan, led by Prime Minister Serhii Koretskyi and former Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, seeks 30-50 % foreign fighters in its assault units.

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Story summary

Prime Minister Serhii Koretskyi announced a National Guard Recruitment Center for foreigners and stateless persons.
The center will coordinate recruitment and guide volunteers through interviews, background checks, and training.
Former Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov said Ukraine aims to fill 30-50% of assault and infantry positions with foreigners.
The government approved a draft law on Aug. 28 to extend residency options for foreign volunteers after their contracts end.

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