ENG
Censor.NET on Facebook Censor.NET on X/Twitter Censor.NET on Telegram Censor.NET on YouTube Android App iOS App RSS
3345 visitors online

mobilization

choose another tag
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.

show details

News mobilization

1358 Ukrainians returned from Russian captivity in 2024 Reducing mobilization age is impossible without providing army with equipment, - Zelenskyy Ukraine will not consider lowering the mobilization age, despite relevant proposals. 6 139 126

For how long can you be detained for violating the rules of mobilization Administrative detention for violation of mobilization rules can last up to 3 hours - TCR. VIDEO Law enforcement officers or TCR employees may detain a citizen who is maliciously disobeying. This should be done under a protocol. 8 838 55 Previously in trend: mobilization

Involvement of the police in issuing draft notices Police representatives have no right to mobilize citizens - TRC and SS Representatives of the National Police have the right to conduct warning measures without the participation of employees of the territorial recruitment center, but they cannot mobilize citizens. 6 414 87

MMC for people of limited fitness "Limitedly fit" individuals who fail to undergo MMC by February 5 will be fined. Fines range from UAH 17,000 to 25,500 - Cherkasy TCR and SS Persons liable for military service who previously had the status of "limited fitness" must undergo a military medical examination (MMC) by February 5 this year. 37 361 132

National Security Advisor to the President of the United States Jake Sullivan Problem of lack of people at front in Ukraine has become "more acute", age of mobilization should be lowered - Sullivan US President Joe Biden's national security adviser, Jake Sullivan, said that Ukraine would have to decide to lower the draft age to 18, but that it was Kyiv's sovereign decision. 18 572 290 Previously in trend: mobilization

TCR worker threatens to kill in Kharkiv TCR employee threatens conscript driver in Kharkiv: "If you even move, I’ll f#ing kill you". VIDEO An employee of the TCR threatened a driver with military service during a document check in Kharkiv. 30 851 302

Waltz Ukraine is facing shortage of human resources, as draft age is not 18, - Trump’s adviser Waltz National Security Advisor to US President-elect Donald Trump Mike Volz said that Ukraine faces a serious shortage of human resources because the conscription age is not 18. 32 437 632

Azov conducts a recruitment campaign Military is tired of figuring out how to convince Ukrainians to defend their own land - Deputy Commander of Azov Brigade Palamar The new recruitment campaign for the Azov Brigade will not feature heroic photos, touching texts, or epic videos. Now the time has changed. 17 233 241

Russia plans to increase conscription of Ukrainians Kremlin has started to form lists for mobilization for spring campaign - NRC The occupation administrations of the Russian Federation are actively forming lists of citizens who are planned to be drafted into the Russian army for spring mobilization. 4 661 110

How many people are reserved from mobilisation in Ukraine As of today, 900-950 thousand people have been reserved for mobilisation - Shmyhal Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal said that as of today, about 900-950 thousand people have been reserved Ukraine. 6 484 17 Previously in trend: mobilization

Military registration of 17-year-olds: Venislavskyi talks about fines 17-year-old boys will pay fine if they fail to register on time - "servant of people" Venislavskyi Ukrainian young men living abroad will be able to register for military service. However, they may be brought to administrative responsibility if they violate the rules of military registration. 7 703 72 Previously in trend: mobilization

Mobilization of reserved men After February 28, certain percentage of those liable for military service who were reserved will be mobilized - "Servant of People" Fedienko After February 28, a certain percentage of conscripts who have been booked will be mobilized into the ranks of the Defense Forces. 16 670 74

tcr busifies a lviv resident Three men in military uniforms and three in civilian clothes beat man and take him away in unknown direction in Lviv. VIDEO A video was posted online showing six men beating another man together and then pushing him into a car and driving him somewhere. 23 486 299 Previously in trend: War

Zelenskyy signs law allowing demobilization due to death of half-siblings Zelenskyy signs law on demobilization of military in case of death or disappearance of half-siblings President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has signed a law allowing military personnel to be discharged from service during martial law in the event of the death or disappearance of their half-brother or sister. 4 620 17

Zelenskyy Zelensky signs law on deferment of mobilization for relatives of those killed or missing in action President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has signed a law on deferment and demobilisation for relatives of those killed or missing in action. 3 392 23

Clergy will receive an exemption Government allowed to exempt clergy from mobilization - media The Cabinet of Ministers has amended the Procedure for exempting persons liable for military service for the period of mobilization and wartime. From now on, priests will be able to be exempted from mobilization. 8 382 77 Previously in trend: mobilization

Military ID Ministry of Health refutes fake reports about alleged mobilization of people with disabilities from January 1 The Ministry of Health has refuted the information about the alleged mobilization of people with disabilities from January 1. 2 959 14 Previously in trend: mobilization

military registration Professional standard "Inspector of military registration" registered in Ukraine: General Staff told what this specialist will do The National Qualifications Agency has registered the professional standard "Military Registration Inspector". This document will be used by all Ukrainian enterprises that plan to hire a specialist for this position. 5 902 28

military ID card There are no bills to reduce mobilization age either in Rada or in relevant committee - Zavitnevych There have been no bills to reduce the mobilization age from 25 to 18 years in the Verkhovna Rada or in our specialized Committee on National Security, Defense and Intelligence, in particular. 1 100 7

Mobilisation in Ukraine Media outlets cited 17th Brigade of National Guard of Ukraine as reporting on preparation of draft law to lower mobilisation age. Brigade says it is fake Information about the alleged lowering of the mobilisation age, which was reported by the media with reference to a representative of the 17th National Guard Brigade, is not true. 1 825 8

verdict Poltava resident sentenced to 3 years in prison for evading mobilisation In Poltava region, a man was sentenced to three years in prison for evading mobilisation. 4 616 42

У Резерв+ вже доступний сервіс повторного уточнення даних Service for re-refinement of data of persons liable for military service has been launched in "Reserve+" - MoD A new service has been launched in the application for persons liable for military service "Reserve+" - re-refinement of data. 11 384 4

President of Ukraine Zelenskyy Zelenskyy on lowering mobilization age: Not enough weapons, not enough people. VIDEO President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has commented on the possibility of lowering the mobilisation age in Ukraine. 5 062 79

Russian contract soldier with paterella and assault rifle in his hands, KhMAO special forces Occupier trolling subordinate stormtrooper who is barely moving with paterella and assault rifle in his hands: "Warrior is walking with flying gait! Special forces! We will assault, f#ck!". VIDEO A video has been posted online in which the occupier films his subordinates, the stormtroopers, and shows the state of their fitness for service in the army. 12 012 57 Previously in trend: War

Scandal with the TCR in Volyn: Lubinets criticizes illegal actions In Volyn, TCR workers take man on stretcher out of hospital and conscript him forcibly. Lubinets appealed to State Bureau of Investigation and prosecutor’s office. VIDEO The Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights, Dmytro Lubinets, received an appeal from a woman from Volyn region who complained about employees of the Kovel City TCR and SS. They inflicted bodily harm on her husband, conscripted him forcibly out of the hospital and took him to the military commissariat. 27 988 162

Zelenskyy responds to calls for lowering the mobilization age in Ukraine Signals about lowering mobilization age are not honest discussion. It is crucial to save lives of our people, our youth - Zelenskyy President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that he had received signals from some allies about lowering the mobilization age, but that this was not currently being considered. It is important for our country to save the lives of young people. 3 893 131 Previously in trend: War

Mobilization age cannot be lowered Lubinets against lowering mobilization age: We have enough men from 30 to 45 years old, this is most effective category Ukraine should not agree to lower the mobilization age. 7 851 201

Lowering mobilization age: what does NATO say? Mobilization is Ukraine’s issue, NATO only provides training, - Head of Alliance’s Representation Turner NATO believes that the issue of mobilization should be decided by Ukraine. 1 107 7

Olha Stefanyshyna on discussions with EU partners on lowering mobilization age Issue of age of mobilized was raised at meetings with top EU officials. This is unacceptable position for Ukraine, - Stefanishyna The issue of lowering the age of mobilization in Ukraine from 18 years old was raised at meetings between the Ukrainian delegation and top officials of the European Union. But such calls from our allies are unacceptable. 3 222 40

law, Zelenskyy Zelenskyy: We should not compensate for lack of equipment and training with young soldiers President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has once again stated that he is against lowering the mobilisation age. Instead, he calls for the supply of equipment and the reduction of Russia's military capabilities. 11 170 146

US State Department spokesman Matthew Miller If Ukraine lowers mobilisation age to 18, US ready to equip all recruits - State Department If the age of mobilisation in Ukraine is lowered to 18, the United States and its allies are ready to provide equipment to Ukrainian recruits. 31 552 367

Dnipropetrovsk region topped the ranking by the number of applications Dnipropetrovsk region leads in appeals to recruitment centers – Ministry of Defense. INFOGRAPHICS As of December 9, residents of the Dnipropetrovsk region demonstrated the highest activity in terms of the number of appeals to the recruitment centers of the Ukrainian army. 3 647 8

Military ID card Verkhovna Rada is not considering any legislative initiatives to reduce mobilization age - Venislavskyi The Verkhovna Rada is not currently considering any legislative initiatives to lower the mobilization age or to forcefully mobilize women. 3 321 72

Шмигаль про принцип "працюй або воюй" Salary of UAH 20,000 for reservation employees is implementation of "fight or work" principle - Shmyhal An average salary of UAH 20,000 is required to reserve employees from mobilisation. 12 185 100 Previously in trend: War

TCR worker was dragged by driver on car door in Odesa on 5 December In Odesa, man "dragged" TCR employee on car door: soldier suffers concussion. VIDEO This afternoon, on 5 December, in Odesa, a man refused to show a TCR employee his military registration documents and "dragged" the serviceman on the car door. The latter was seriously injured. 24 820 278

Dmytro Lubinets commented on the situation with passports for 18-year-old Ukrainians abroad 18-year-old boys abroad can get passport only if they have military registration document – Lubinets 18-year-old citizens of Ukraine can obtain a passport abroad only if they have a military registration document. 11 826 99

Russian draft officer recruits illegal immigrants for war Russian draft officer promises Russian passport and trip to war in front of line of illegal migrants: "’Are there any volunteers? No. Then you are going home". VIDEO A video was posted online showing a Russian military commander campaigning for illegal migrant workers from Central Asia to become Russian citizens and go to war in Ukraine. 16 428 72 Previously in trend: War

Zelenskyy denies preparing to mobilise 18-year-olds No one is preparing mobilisation of 18-year-olds, - Zelenskyy’s adviser Lytvyn The Office of the President denied that they were preparing to mobilise citizens from the age of 18. 4 534 72

region, Chernivtsi, mobilization, deep Information about "victory" over "busification" is not true – Lubinets Ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets denied the words of his representative Mykyta Kozyrenko about the "almost complete" eradication of cases of so-called "busification" (force abduction of people from the street into a van - ed. note) - violation of the rights of men liable for military service during mobilization activities. 9 854 30

Lubinets claimed that cases of bussification in Ukraine have been almost completely eradicated Ombudsman representative Kozyrenko: "Busification" is almost completely eradicated in Ukraine In Ukraine, thanks to the efforts of the Ombudsman, cases of so-called "busification" (force abduction of people from the street into a van - ed. note) - violation of the rights of men liable for military service during mobilization activities - have been "almost completely" eradicated. 14 176 65

SSU and SBI detain 5 more organizers of "draft dodging schemes" in Dnipro Large-scale mobilization evasion scheme exposed in Dnipro: TCR employees, doctors and military personnel were "intermediaries". PHOTOS SSU Military Counterintelligence and the State Bureau of Investigations dismantled a large-scale scheme of mobilisation evasion in Dnipro. The SSU exposed local employees of the TCR and SS, military personnel, doctors and civilians who acted as "intermediaries" to find clients and transfer money. 7 613 26

Blinken on mobilization in Ukraine: difficult decisions are needed Ukraine has to make difficult decisions on mobilization, but they are necessary - Blinken Ukraine has to make difficult decisions about further mobilization. 13 933 130

Deferment from mobilization in the Reserve+ application 190 thousand people have already used function of deferral from mobilization in "Reserve+" – Ministry of Defense In the three weeks since the launch of the opportunity to apply for a deferment from mobilization in the Reserve+ application, 190,000 people liable for military service have already used it. 1 245 1

17-year-old Ukrainians will be automatically registered for military service No queues and no TCR: Ukrainians will automatically be registered for military service upon reaching 17 years of age – Ministry of Defense Today, on December 3, the Verkhovna Rada supported in the first reading a bill that will automatically register Ukrainian citizens for military service upon reaching the age of 17. This will be done through the Reserve+ app. 4 014 7

Chernohorenko Chernohorenko: "Reserve+" plans to add tracking function for draft notices The Reserve+ app is planning to introduce a tracking function for paper draft notices. This will allow tracking all stages of sending a paper draft notice. 2 572 8

The Biden administration is disappointed with the reluctance of the Ukrainian authorities to lower the age of mobilization to 18 Biden’s team disappointed with Ukrainian authorities’ reluctance to lower mobilization age from 25 to 18 - WP Despite the acceleration of the supply of much-needed weapons to Ukraine, there is growing frustration in the administration of current US President Joe Biden with the refusal of Ukrainian leaders to lower the draft age from 25 to 18. 11 309 169

Part of the payments to those mobilized in the TOT are being demanded Russian commanders demand part of payments from those "mobilized" in TOT – RMA Russian commanders in the temporarily occupied territories are demanding payments from those forcibly mobilized. 4 985 6 Previously in trend: War

More than 2000 volunteer fighters have already joined selected military units without the involvement of the TCR Since October 1, more than 2000 volunteer fighters have joined selected military units without participation of TCR – General Staff Starting from October 1, 2024, military unit commanders were authorized to carry out conscription without the participation of territorial recruitment centers. More than two thousand people are liable for military service and reservists have already used this procedure. 1 615 5

Page 4 of 25