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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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Martial law and mobilisation will be extended for 90 days Zelenskyy proposes to extend martial law and mobilisation for 90 days President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has sent draft laws to the Verkhovna Rada to extend martial law and general mobilisation in Ukraine. 4 949 65 Previously in trend: Martial law

Ruslan, Stefanchuk Martial law and mobilization will be extended, war is not over — Stefanchuk Martial law and the mobilization in Ukraine will be extended. 18 943 200 Previously in trend: Extension of martial law and mobilization

SAPO: 48 defendants in corruption cases mobilized to the Armed Forces Forty-eight individuals accused of corruption have voluntarily enlisted in Armed Forces of Ukraine – SAPO Currently, there are 48 individuals involved in SAPO and NABU corruption cases in Ukraine who have chosen to voluntarily join the Armed Forces in order to avoid punishment. 2 070 38 Previously in trend: mobilisation of corrupt officials

Judges accused of corruption mobilise to Defence Forces Judges accused of corruption mobilise to avoid punishment - "Automaidan" Judges accused of corruption have found a way to avoid responsibility. They are mobilising, using the provisions of the law to stop their cases. 5 246 44 Previously in trend: mobilisation of corrupt officials

Nasirov will not be mobilised Armed Forces of Ukraine cancelled order to mobilize Nasirov, initiated internal investigation An internal investigation is being conducted into the conscription of the former head of the State Fiscal Service Roman Nasirov, who is a suspect in the €21 million bribery case, into the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The mobilization order itself has already been canceled. 19 136 101 Previously in trend: Trial of Nasirov Nasirov mobilized

Update of "partially fit" status All partially fit individuals must undergo repeat MMC by June 5 – Ministry of Defense By June 5, 2025, persons who have the status of limited fitness must re-pass a military medical commission (MMC). 7 708 87 Previously in trend: partially fit individuals

How many TCR employees are fighting at front. Data from Armed Forces of Ukraine 70% of TCR employees have gone to front since autumn 2024, - Land Forces Since autumn 2024, the composition of territorial recruitment and social support centres across the country has changed. 39 485 119 Previously in trend: mobilization TCR at front

former convicts in the ranks of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Prisoners convicted of particularly serious crimes are not eligible to join Armed Forces – Penitentiary Service Not all inmates can be conditionally released to join the Armed Forces of Ukraine, according to Ukrainian legislation. 1 429 4 Previously in trend: Mobilization of convicts

Law enforcement officers who extorted bribes from entrepreneurs exposed in Odesa region Extorted bribes from entrepreneurs under threat of mobilisation: two law enforcement officers exposed in Odesa region - SBI. PHOTOS The SBI and the SSU exposed two law enforcement officers who forced entrepreneurs to pay bribes by threatening to mobilise their employees. 4 244 13 Previously in trend: Bribery in government Forced mobilisation

wall of drones Unmanned Systems Forces announce recruitment drive for women’s unit "Harpies". VIDEO The Unmanned Systems Forces announced a recruitment drive of servicewomen for the "Harpies" unit. 2 286 12 Previously in trend: Mobilization of women to AFU

Deferrals for people with disabilities are now available in Reserve+ Deferments for people with disabilities are now available in "Reserve+", - Ministry of Defence In the Reserve+ application, deferrals can be applied for by people with disabilities whose data is available in the Unified State Register of Social Security. 2 763 10 Previously in trend: Mobilization deferral

More than 1 million people have logged in to Reserve+ New types of deferments will be added to "Reserve+" programme, - Chernohorenko On 26 March, new types of deferments from mobilisation will be available in the "Reserve+" app. 10 475 13 Previously in trend: Mobilization deferral

The Supreme Court explains mobilization of citizens during violation of the TCR Fact of violation of requirements of TCR during mobilization does not exempt person liable for military service from conscription – Supreme Court The procedure for calling up a citizen liable for military service during mobilization is irreversible, and the recognition of the conscription procedure as unlawful does not entail the dismissal of an illegally mobilized person from military service. 5 988 69 Previously in trend: Conflict with TCR Unlawful actions of the TCR

Volunteers aged 18-24 have taken oath Up to three months of training: Ministry of Defence on training under Contract 18-24 programme. INFOGRAPHICS As part of the pilot project "Contract 18-24", citizens recruited for military service are trained in a three-level programme lasting up to 3 months. 1 250 2 Previously in trend: Contract 18-24

military, mobilisation, ticket Rada supports draft law on criminal liability of TCR and MMC employees for violations during mobilisation The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has adopted draft law No. 12442 in the first reading, which provides for criminal liability for violations of the legislation on defence, mobilisation preparation and mobilisation committed by heads of territorial recruitment centres (TCR) and members of military medical commissions (MMC). 6 925 124 Previously in trend: violations during mobilisation

prisoners from russia are being taken to war Two buses with Russian prisoners on their way to war: "They took us by force. Guys are sad - no one wants to die for their Motherland. Everyone wants to go to prison to serve their sentence". VIDEO A video was posted online showing a Russian prisoner filming a bus with his "colleagues" being sent to war. 11 582 36 Previously in trend: War Prisoners in Russian army

49 Ukrainian citizens are released from Russian captivity Civilians who have been held in captivity are entitled to mobilization deferral – Defense Ministry Civilians who were held in Russian captivity are eligible for a mobilization deferral. 1 259 3 Previously in trend: mobilization Mobilization deferral

A man who helped avoid mobilisation for $11,000 is detained in Zaporizhzhia For $11,000, he promised to evade mobilization: man who conspired with MMC to forge documents was detained in Zaporizhzhia – National Police. PHOTOS In Zaporizhzhia, law enforcement officers detained a 74-year-old man who promised conscripts to avoid mobilization for $11,000 by helping them obtain fake medical documents. 1 152 9 Previously in trend: mobilization

Budanov: RF is trying to disrupt mobilization in Ukraine and is using PSYOPs Russia has launched large-scale disinformation campaign to disrupt mobilization in Ukraine – Budanov The head of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine Kyrylo Budanov said that the Russians have launched a massive disinformation program against our country in order to disrupt the mobilization. 5 514 78

military ticket Ukrainians abroad will be able to get mobilisation reservations remotely, - Chernyshov Ukrainians who are abroad will be able to receive reservations from mobilisation with further employment in Ukraine in special centres before returning home. 6 619 45 Previously in trend: mobilization

postponement of mobilisation We plan to extend deadline for determining criticality and re-booking of employees until 31 March, - Shmyhal The government plans to extend the deadline for confirming the criticality of enterprises, as well as the deadline for rebooking employees, until 31 March 2025. 4 822 12

Official sold mobilisation evasion in Khmelnytskyi region Head of Khmelnytskyi district administration detained for organizing scheme to evade mobilization – SBI. PHOTOS The SBI, in cooperation with the National Police and the SSU, detained the acting head of the Khmelnytskyi District Administration, who organised a scheme whereby persons liable for military service could obtain the status of limited fitness for money. 2 908 7

Contract for 18-24-year-olds: how many people can be enlisted in the army Almost 800,000 Ukrainians can be enlisted in Armed Forces under "18-24 Contract" – Palisa A total of 800,000 Ukrainian citizens aged 18 to 24 are eligible to join the army under a special contract with specific conditions. However, this does not mean that all vacant positions in the Armed Forces are intended to be filled by young people. 5 471 81 Previously in trend: mobilization

Contract 18-24: Palisa tells about the implementation of the program in the Armed Forces of Ukraine Six brigades of AF have been involved in implementation of "Contract 18-24" project – Palisa As of today, 6 Ukrainian brigades have been involved in the implementation of the recruitment reform and the pilot project "Contract 18-24" for volunteer fighters. 4 278 35 Previously in trend: mobilization

military, medic Medics removed from exemption will be enlisted in Armed Forces under 1-year contract – Liashko Medics removed from exemption will be drafted into the Armed Forces under a one-year contract and will serve only in medical positions. 3 608 12

429th separate regiment of unmanned aerial systems "HILLS" AHILLES Regiment of Unmanned Systems has announced recruitment drive. VIDEO The 429th Separate Regiment of Unmanned Aerial Systems 'ACHILLES' is recruiting. There are vacancies for both combat and support roles. They are particularly looking for pilots, navigators, engineers, technicians, sappers, communications specialists, electricians, system administrators, medics, drivers, clerks, construction specialists, and more." 6 870 7

Ministry of Defense on Contract 18-24: it will help to carry out rotations at the front Volunteer contract fighters aged 18-24 to help rotate troops at frontline – Ministry of Defense Contract soldiers aged 18 to 24 will make it possible to rotate Ukrainian soldiers who are tired of combat operations. 5 117 9

Military Medical Commission Cabinet of Ministers has banned referral of persons with disabilities to MMC The Cabinet of Ministers has imposed a ban on referring persons with disabilities to the Military Medical Commission (MMC) for medical examinations. 7 389 17

Zelenskyy told about the largest mobilization in Ukraine Last year, Ukraine mobilized 30 thousand people every month. Russia still has advantage, - Zelenskyy The largest mobilization in Ukraine took place in 2024. Every month, 30,000 people were drafted into the army. 3 927 43 Previously in trend: mobilization

MMC for the limitedly fit VR has extended deadline for ’limitedly fit’ persons to undergo MMC until June 5 Today, on February 12, 2025, the Verkhovna Rada voted to extend the period for undergoing MMC until June 5, 2025 for persons who previously had the status of limited fitness. 2 721 11

Contract 18-24 for 1 year: The Ministry of Defence launches a new format of voluntary service Project "Contract 18-24" for UAH 1 million and year of service: Ministry of Defence invites volunteer fighters to join AFU. INFOGRAPHICS On 11 February, the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine officially launched the Contract 18-24 project, a voluntary initiative for Ukrainians aged 18-24 who are ready to join the Defence Forces for one year. Among the bonuses for young people is the right to travel abroad after a year of service. 14 485 204

Detention of pseudo-police officers Pseudo-law enforcement officers who threatened to open fire on military and helped two mobilised men to escape detained - National Police. PHOTOS On 9 February, at around 02:00, the police received a report from the military that the driver of an Audi car had "cut off" a bus with military personnel on the road in Chernihiv district. Two young men in civilian clothes got out of the car, introduced themselves as police officers and showed their 'IDs'. 10 480 79

Zelenskyy should lower mobilisation age. What media say Zelenskyy must lower mobilisation age to win Western support - Bloomberg This week, White House officials plan to discuss with their European counterparts how to end Russia's war against Ukraine. However, for a lasting settlement, the United States and its allies must show that they are ready to enforce it. 9 635 129 Previously in trend: mobilization

recruitment center of the Armed Forces of Ukraine More than 8,000 citizens have applied to join the Armed Forces through recruitment centers - Ministry of Defense Since the start of the Ukrainian army recruitment centers in February 2024, 39,488 citizens have received consultations. 8 ,300 people have started the process of registration for military service. 1 320 5

Zelenskyy revealed the details of the contract for young people aged 18-24 Zelenskyy on contract with Armed Forces for young people aged 18-24: They will be able to earn UAH 1 million year President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that Ukrainians aged 18 to 24 who sign contracts to serve in the Armed Forces of Ukraine will be able to earn UAH 1 million a year. The details will be officially presented in the coming days. 18 966 192

rf,mobilization Men in TOT avoid employment due to threat of mobilization - NRC The Alchevsk Metallurgical Plant is in a deep crisis due to mobilization activities carried out by the occupation administration. 3 242 69

AFU, youth Zelenskyy on recruiting people aged 18–24: this is not mobilization; it will be one-year contract for those willing to join Ukraine is preparing an initiative to attract young people aged 18 to 24 to the army. It is a special one-year contract for those who want to join. 5 051 37 Previously in trend: mobilization

Who should be looking for evaders. Defence Ministry’s response Local authorities and police should search for evaders, not TCR - Ministry of Defence Employees of the TCR and SS do not have the authority to search for persons evading mobilisation. 12 270 175 Previously in trend: mobilization

Russian losses on Siverskyi direction Russian losses exceed contract recruitment: more than 40,000 soldiers die in month - Defence Ministry In 2024, Russia lost more than 40,000 soldiers at the front every month, which exceeds the rate of recruitment. 2 020 38

medicine, war, wounds, military Ministry of Health discussed mechanism for removing mobilization exemption from certain doctors The Minister of Health of Ukraine, Viktor Liashko, together with the Deputy Minister of Defense of Ukraine, Serhii Melnyk, and the Commander of the Medical Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Anatolii Kazmirchuk, discussed the mechanism for removing the mobilization exemption of medical personnel to meet the needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 5 799 23

Venislavskyi on lowering the mobilization age in Ukraine "Servant of People" Venislavskyi: There are no legislative initiatives in Rada to reduce draft age below 25 Currently, there are no legislative initiatives in the Verkhovna Rada to reduce the mobilization age below 25 years. 1 422 33 Previously in trend: mobilization

MMC for those with limited fitness: Rada may soon extend the deadline Rada to consider term of MMC for "limitedly fit" in near future - "servant of people" Venislavskyi At its upcoming meetings, the Verkhovna Rada may consider a bill to extend the period of MMC (Military Medical Commission) for "limitedly fit" citizens for three months in order to avoid bringing them to administrative responsibility. 2 132 12

Ratio between TCRs and recruitment centres Through recruitment, twice as many soldiers are being recruited as before, - "servant of people" Venislavskyi The number of people being recruited into the army is increasing significantly. 1 583 11 Previously in trend: mobilization

Some employees of public utilities will be able to get reservation Employees of public utilities will be able to receive reservations: Zelenskyy enacts NSDC decision Employees of heating companies, water utilities, and household waste management will be able to receive reservations from mobilisation. No more than 75% of the total number of employees liable for military service in these companies will be able to be booked. 5 793 24

Zelenskyy signs laws extending martial law and mobilization in Ukraine Zelenskyy signs laws extending martial law and mobilization until May 9, 2025 President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has signed bills that provide for the extension of martial law and general mobilization in Ukraine for 90 days. 3 120 37 Previously in trend: Martial law

mmc Draft law on postponement of terms of passing MMC is not yet ready for consideration in Rada, - "servant of people" Fedienko The Verkhovna Rada will not consider the draft law on postponing the timing of passing the MMC in the near future, as it has not yet passed all instances in the parliament. 4 490 24

MMC for limitedly fit Deadline for passing MMC for those with limited fitness will be postponed until 5 June. Draft law is at final stage of consideration in Rada, - Ministry of Defence The draft law that provides for the extension of the period of military medical commission for persons with limited fitness for military service is currently at the final stage of consideration in parliament. 2 527 16

Undergoing MMC by February 5: Will there be fines for Ukrainians? TCR will not impose fines on persons liable for military service who fail to undergo MMC by February 5 - Vereshchuk Citizens liable for military service who fail to undergo a Military Medical Commision (MMC) by 5 February 2025 will not be fined or put on the wanted list. 11 330 74

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