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Ukraine's mobilization efforts in 2025 have seen significant developments. The law updates
strengthened processes, but challenges persist. Notably, the classification of "limited fit" has changed
after repeated military medical commissions (MMC), with 99% now deemed fit for service. Despite initial
surges post-legislation updates, mobilization rates have now steadied. The government is also contemplating
allowing younger men abroad and adjusting deferments via the Reserv+ app. Additionally, there is a focus
on addressing corruption issues linked to drafting, with numerous officials under investigation or enlisting
to evade charges. Society grapples with these changes amidst the backdrop of ongoing extension of martial
law and military needs.

How has the classification of "limited fit" individuals changed in 2025?

As of 2025, 99% of individuals previously classified as "limited fit" for military service have been re-evaluated by military medical commissions (MMC) and are now considered fit. This change is part of Ukraine's efforts to optimize its mobilization strategy amidst ongoing conflicts.

What are the major legal updates concerning the mobilization process in Ukraine?

Recent legal updates in Ukraine involve refining the mobilization process. A surge was observed post-enactment, followed by stabilization of the mobilization pace. Amendments also include potential allowances for younger men to travel abroad and enhanced deferment options through digital platforms like the Reserv+ app.

Why is the Ukrainian government reconsidering conscription allowances for young men?

The Verkhovna Rada is considering permitting men under 23-24 years for foreign travel. This proposal, amid changing mobilization dynamics, reflects a balance between military needs and allowing individual liberties, addressing concerns over drafting severe youth impacts during prolonged conflict scenarios.

What role does the Reserv+ application play in Ukraine's mobilization process?

The Reserv+ application is pivotal in modernizing Ukraine's mobilization efforts. It facilitates military deferment applications and extends existing deferments automatically. Additionally, it strengthens security measures to ensure reliable data handling, aligning with the government's digital transformation strategy.

What measures are in place to tackle corruption in Ukraine's mobilization process?

To address corruption, Ukraine has implemented stronger regulations and accountability for officials involved in the mobilization process. Notably, the Rada has supported laws imposing criminal liability on TCR and MMC employees for mobilization violations. Transparency measures aim to prevent exploitation of legal loopholes and deter corrupt practices within recruitment and conscription processes.

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Corruption schemes related to evasion of mobilisation have been exposed Over million hryvnias for evading mobilisation: corruption schemes exposed in several regions, - Office of Prosecutor General. PHOTOS A number of corruption schemes related to evading mobilisation and illegally influencing the decisions of officials in the field of military service have been exposed. 3 565 18 Previously in trend: Evasion from mobilization

mobilisation in Ukraine If peace agreement signed, mobilisation may be transformed or cancelled, - Zelenskyy In the event of a peace agreement between Ukraine, the United States, Russia, and European partners, mobilisation may be either cancelled or reduced to a limited format. 5 786 41 Previously in trend: Demobilization Bill Mobilisation in Ukraine

Russian propagandist Klimov Kremlin propagandist Klimov counts Russian "two-hundreds" in war with Ukraine: "Question arises at one and half million". VIDEO Captain 3rd rank in reserve and well-known Kremlin turbo-patriot Maxim Klimov publicly drew attention to discrepancies regarding the number of Russians who signed a contract with the Russian army and the size of the Russian army group in Ukraine. 12 565 51 Previously in trend: Destruction of the occupiers

DIU: the main reason for problems with mobilization is internal errors Ukraine itself destroyed mobilization due to failed media campaign, - Budanov Ukraine's main mistake was its unsuccessful media campaign on mobilization, while the influence of the Russian Federation is being overestimated. 15 211 209 Previously in trend: Failure to fulfil mobilisation plan Mobilisation in Ukraine

verdict Dad by court order: schemes using children to evade mobilisation are gaining momentum, - "Automaidan" In recent years, courts have been issuing decisions that make men the sole guardians of their children, which is grounds for obtaining a deferral. This has already become a widespread phenomenon. 21 967 127 Previously in trend: Mobilization deferral

Military registration in Ukraine – Defence Ministry prepares new measures Defence Ministry to soon introduce automatic registration for those liable for military service The Ministry of Defence of Ukraine plans to launch automatic military registration in the near future, as well as introduce a "sharing" function for the electronic military registration document. 7 604 21 Previously in trend: Mobilisation in Ukraine Military registration

tcr During wartime, military registration and enlistment offices should only deal with those who will serve in army, - Ministry of Defence During wartime, territorial recruitment and social support centers (TCR and SS) should only deal with those who will serve in the military. 70 073 128 Previously in trend: Mobilisation in Ukraine

New mobilisation exemption rules 45-day mechanism for defence industry and abolition of 72-hour checks: Cabinet of Ministers amends mobilisation exemption rules Today, 8 December, the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine approved changes to the procedure for granting mobilisation exemption to those liable for military service. They are intended to protect the staffing potential of enterprises that operate in the defence-industrial complex and ensure the country's economic resilience. 5 335 9

Completion of combat brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine: Palisa shared the details Mobilised personnel will now be distributed among military units even before start of BCAT, - Palisa Deputy Head of the Presidential Administration Pavlo Palisa, following the results of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief's meeting, explained how the new mechanism for distributing personnel between brigades on the front line will work. In his opinion, from now on, there should be fewer manual decisions in the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 18 280 132 Previously in trend: Reforms in the army Training of soldiers in brigades

Reshetylova speaks of the need for mobilisation reform Service members should not handle mobilization, system needs reform – Reshetylova Service members should not be directly engaged in mobilization. 6 531 109 Previously in trend: Attack on the TCR Mobilisation in Ukraine

Judge Oleksandr Pelykh Judge Pelykh caught taking bribe mobilised into Ukraine’s Armed Forces Judge Oleksandr Pelykh of the Volovets District Court in Zakarpattia region, who was detained while taking a bribe, has been mobilised. 15 060 100 Previously in trend: Grafters

Zelenskyy Mobilization in Ukraine provides for conscription of about 30,000 people per month – Zelenskyy President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has described the issue of expanding mobilization as one of the most difficult challenges for the state, the military and society. 11 305 145 Previously in trend: Mobilisation in Ukraine

In Kyiv, the assembly point at the DVRZ is no longer operating due to unsanitary conditions Kyiv TCR assembly point at DVRZ has not been disbanded, it continues to operate at different location The distribution point of the Kyiv City Territorial Centre for Recruitment and Social Support at the DVRZ will continue to operate, but at different locations for security reasons. 3 262 9 Previously in trend: Mobilisation in Ukraine

Evasion of mobilisation in Ukraine. What needs to be changed in the process? 19,000 cases of evading mobilisation registered: far fewer convictions, - media In Ukraine, violators of military registration are not actually sought out, so they manage to avoid responsibility. 4 942 56 Previously in trend: Evasion from mobilization Mobilisation in Ukraine

Forced mobilisation Number of complaints about violations by TCR is growing: since beginning of year, Lubinets has received 5,000 appeals Between January and October 2025, Ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets received nearly 5,000 complaints from Ukrainian citizens reporting violations of their rights by employees of the TCR and SS during the mobilisation process. 3 706 75 Previously in trend: Conflict with TCR Unlawful actions of the TCR Violation of human rights by TCR

police Death of conscript at distribution point in Kyiv: police seized video camera recordings from TCR Kyiv police seized CCTV footage from the Podilskyi TCR and SS, where Roman Sopin, a conscript, died. 12 788 72 Previously in trend: death in the TCR

Pokrovsk and the shortage of military personnel: The West on the main threat to the AFU Russia’s offensive on Pokrovsk has exacerbated problem of shortage of fighters in Ukraine, - Atlantic Council Russia's offensive on Pokrovsk has exposed a critical shortage of personnel in the Ukrainian Armed Forces. After more than three years of war, Kyiv is facing a lack of resources to hold the front line. 3 826 43 Previously in trend: Mobilization in Russian Federation Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Mobilisation in Ukraine

Martial law and mobilization extended — Zelenskyy signs laws Zelenskyy signs laws extending martial law and mobilization for 90 days On October 30, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed laws extending martial law and general mobilization in Ukraine for another 90 days until February 3. 2 605 38 Previously in trend: Martial law

Two Ukrainian Armed Forces officials organised a scheme at the Military Registration and Enlistment Offices in Kyiv and Volyn Death of conscript at distribution point in Kyiv: forensic examination confirms blunt-force trauma. DOCUMENT The lawyer for Roman Sopin’s family has released the forensic medical examination report on his death inside a distribution point after he was mobilized. 18 655 144 Previously in trend: death in the TCR

Venislavskyi named the number of Ukrainians who are mobilised into the Armed Forces of Ukraine every month Every month, 30,000 new recruits join Armed Forces of Ukraine, mobilisation is proceeding according to regulations, - "Servant of People" Venislavskyi Every month, approximately 30,000 Ukrainian citizens arrive for military service through mobilisation and the recruitment system. 14 095 63 Previously in trend: Mobilisation in Ukraine

Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko Over 600,000 Ukrainians to get automatic draft-deferment extensions – Svyrydenko The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has approved a decision introducing automatic extensions of deferments, a digital format for their issuance, and the option to submit documents through Administrative Service Centers (ASC). 8 799 48 Previously in trend: Mobilization deferral

Due to losses, Russia is experiencing a breakdown in mobilization In Russia’s poorer regions, recruitment of contract soldiers falters amid heavy losses and low pay - DIU A number of Russian regions have seen a failure in the campaign to recruit contract soldiers to the Russian Armed Forces. 3 107 10 Previously in trend: Mobilization in Russian Federation

Martial law has been extended until 3 February. What is known? Rada extends martial law and mobilisation until 3 February 2026 The Verkhovna Rada has once again approved the extension of martial law and mobilisation in Ukraine for 90 days. 2 433 12 Previously in trend: Extension of martial law and mobilization

The man was summoned twice, but he evaded mobilisation Man who categorically refused to be mobilised was sentenced to four years in prison In the Kyiv region, a man who categorically refused to be mobilised was convicted. 4 567 30

occupiers, invaders Russia mobilizes residents of Luhansk region’s TOT to send them to southern Ukraine - Defense Forces The Russian command continues to replenish its units with conscripts from the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine, despite official statements to the contrary. 1 047 7 Previously in trend: mobilization in the temporarily occupied territories

Ukraine plans to extend martial law and mobilisation on 21 October Rada preparing to extend martial law and mobilisation for another 90 days, - Zhelezniak The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine is preparing to extend martial law and general mobilisation again on 21 October. 3 504 18 Previously in trend: Extension of martial law and mobilization

mobilisation, military registration and enlistment office Ternopil TCR to involve combat units in mobilisation processes Amid the scandal of people in camouflage and balaclavas blocking civilian cars, the Ternopil TCR and SS (Territorial Center of Recruitment and Social Support) said that from now on, mobilisation processes are carried out with the involvement of combat units, and "holding events to notify people liable for military service in restaurants and nightclubs is not against the law". 12 964 109 Previously in trend: Conflict with TCR Mobilisation in Ukraine

Reservation of defence industry employees: what did the Rada decide? Rada has allowed reservation of defence industry employees, even if they have registration issues The Verkhovna Rada has approved a bill that will allow defence industry employees to be reserved even if they have problems with military registration. 4 830 10 Previously in trend: mobilization Mobilisation in Ukraine Employee mobilization exemption

Abuse and beatings in the Russian army. Donetsk conscript Russians beat mobilized man from so-called "LNR/DNR": "What f#ck do we need you—half Ukrainian, half Russian? Shut f#ck up, b#tch". VIDEO A video has surfaced online showing Russian soldiers beating a conscript from the occupied territories of Donbas. 14 281 74 Previously in trend: Order in Russian army

ICTV host Vadym Karpiak ICTV host Karpiak mobilizes into Air Assault Forces ICTV host Vadym Karpiak has announced that he has decided to mobilize. 6 115 44 Previously in trend: TV host Karpiak mobilizes

mobilisation Every month, about 30,000 Ukrainians join AFU, - Venislavskyi, "servant of people" Every month, approximately 30,000 citizens join the Armed Forces of Ukraine, both through mobilisation and through the recruitment system. 4 370 41 Previously in trend: Mobilisation in Ukraine

Mobilisation of defendants: how many cases have been suspended in Ukraine Ukrainian courts suspend 20,000 criminal cases due to defendants’ mobilization – media. INFOGRAPHICS Over three and a half years of full-scale war in Ukraine, courts have closed nearly 20,000 criminal cases due to the mobilization of defendants. 2 342 32 Previously in trend: Mobilisation in Ukraine

Denys Bihus Journalist Denys Bihus was mobilized into Armed Forces of Ukraine. VIDEO Investigative journalist and Bihus.Info project manager Denys Bihus has been mobilised. 15 379 68 Previously in trend: Bihus was mobilized

How many convicts have been mobilised into the Ukrainian Armed Forces? Over 10,000 convicts released from prison on parole for mobilisation into the Defence Forces. PHOTO More than 10,000 convicts have been released on parole for mobilisation to the Ukrainian Defence Forces. 115 598 26 Previously in trend: Mobilization of convicts

Shmyhal Mobilization in Ukraine is growing, level is sustainable – Shmyhal The level of mobilization in Ukraine is currently sufficient to restore manpower and create reserves. 8 775 96 Previously in trend: Mobilisation in Ukraine

military exemption Government clarifies grounds for military exemption of employees from mobilization The Cabinet of Ministers has clarified the grounds for military exemption of persons liable for military service during mobilization and martial law. 17 0 Previously in trend: Employee mobilization exemption Drone industry

Palisa: Mobilisation will not stop even after the truce with Russia Mobilisation in Ukraine will not stop, even if there is ceasefire tomorrow, - Palisa Mobilisation in Ukraine will not be stopped even if a truce with Russia is reached. 14 584 275 Previously in trend: alternative to demobilisation Mobilisation in Ukraine

The departure of men aged 18-22: will the mobilization age be reduced? Lowering mobilization age in Ukraine is not being considered now - Palisa As of today, lowering the draft age in Ukraine is not being considered. 2 757 48 Previously in trend: Going abroad under age of 25 Mobilization for ages up to 25

Ground Forces explain use of body cameras by TRC staff starting September 1 TRC servicemen must use body cameras to ensure transparency of mobilization – Ground Forces Starting September 1, all servicemen of the Territorial Сentre of Recruitment and Social Support (TCR and SS) are required to use body cameras when recording video during document checks or delivering draft notices. The Defense Ministry’s initiative is seen as an important step toward ensuring transparency and legality in mobilization measures. 1 696 46 Previously in trend: Mobilisation in Ukraine

Ruslan Stefanchuk There will be open debate on bill on travel abroad for men aged 18–22 – Stefanchuk Verkhovna Rada Speaker Ruslan Stefanchuk said he expects a broad discussion, with the military and civil society, on a draft law that would allow men aged 18 to 22 to leave Ukraine. 2 816 54 Previously in trend: Going abroad under age of 25

Man dies at TCR and SS in Rivne region: recruitment center cites cause Reservist dies at assembly point in Rivne region: TRC rules out foul play In the Rivne region, a 34-year-old reservist, Vitalii Sakharuk, died while at an assembly point awaiting transfer to a military training center. The Territorial Center of Recruitment and Social Support (TCR and SS) reported that the man suddenly felt unwell and showed no signs of violent death. 5 841 73 Previously in trend: death in the TCR Violation of human rights by TCR

Defense procurements Ukraine needs not only donations but also new soldiers to strengthen its army – Defense Ministry For Ukraine to withstand the war, the Armed Forces need not only financial contributions but also new soldiers. 5 546 83 Previously in trend: Mobilisation in Ukraine

Going abroad until the age of 24 What is being proposed in the Rada Rada proposes to allow men up to 24 years old to go abroad, - media The Verkhovna Rada has registered a draft law that proposes to lift the travel ban for conscripts and persons liable for military service who are not subject to conscription in the current and next years due to their under 25 years of age. 9 142 141 Previously in trend: Going abroad under age of 25

Beatings in the Russian army Russian soldier brutally punishes "refusenik" on camera for refusing to serve. VIDEO 18+ A video circulating online shows one Russian soldier brutally beating another — first with a stick, then with a belt. Reports say the victim had tried to avoid taking part in combat but was "persuaded" by force. 9 173 27 Previously in trend: Mobilization in Russian Federation

mobilisation in the Russian Federation Russian mother curses son for fleeing conscription abroad, advices him "don’t be coward". VIDEO A Russian woman curses her son for refusing to serve in Putin’s army and leaving the country. 17 511 94 Previously in trend: Mobilization in Russian Federation

Middlemen helped nearly 100 men flee abroad They helped nearly 100 men flee abroad: Organizers of illegal departures of persons subject to conscription exposed in Bukovyna – National Police. PHOTOS Another illegal scheme has been documented in Bukovyna: perpetrators helped nearly 100 men of conscription age flee the country, each paying them 200,000 hryvnias. The organizer and his accomplices have been served with charges. 1 802 3 Previously in trend: Evasion from mobilization

Border violators lost their way in the mountains Cabinet of Ministers proposes to introduce criminal liability for illegal crossing of state border The Cabinet of Ministers has prepared a draft law that provides for new types of punishment for conscripts who violate the rules for leaving and staying abroad. 11 352 176 Previously in trend: Evasion from mobilization

Svyrydenko Cabinet of Ministers is preparing resolution to allow men under 22 to travel abroad - Svyrydenko By the end of the week, the Cabinet of Ministers may adopt a resolution allowing men aged 18-22 to travel abroad. 4 004 65 Previously in trend: Going abroad under age of 25

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