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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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Spartz said that the whole of Ukraine should be mobilized Zelenskyy has not got ready country for war, all of Ukraine should be mobilized, - Congresswoman Spartz. VIDEO Congresswoman Victoria Spartz believes that Ukraine should mobilise the entire country to resist Russian aggression. 36 970 338 Previously in trend: War

Lowering the mobilization age: Germany did not suggest it Germany did not suggest Ukraine to lower mobilization age - German Foreign Ministry Germany has denied that it offered Ukraine to lower the mobilization age. 1 561 13

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine commented on media reports on lowering the mobilization age Ukraine is indeed discussing lowering mobilization age with Western partners - MFA Ukraine is indeed discussing mobilisation and lowering the age of mobilisation in talks with its Western partners, but the problem now is the delay in the promised supply of the necessary weapons. 15 500 115

Eight people who tried to disrupt mobilisation were detained 8 people detained for attempting to disrupt mobilisation: one of them attacked TCR officials in Kyiv with knife - SSU. PHOTOS Eight more provocateurs working to disrupt mobilisation in Ukraine were exposed. The defendants called on people liable for military service to evade conscription and spread fake news about the Ukrainian military. 5 396 21

Military ticket Calls to lower mobilisation age make no sense when military equipment is not delivered on time, - presidential adviser Lytvyn It is inappropriate to call on Ukraine to lower the mobilisation age when the promised military aid does not arrive at the front on time. 9 271 237

Semenikhin said that the head of the Sumy Regional Military Administration, Volodymyr Artiukh, ordered to mobilize all employees of public utilities. Head of Sumy RMA Artiukh canceled military exemption for employees of critical infrastructure utilities - Konotop Mayor Semenikhin. VIDEO In the next two days, on 28-29 November, all employees of critical infrastructure utilities are to be mobilised in Sumy region. The head of the RMA, Volodymyr Artiukh, has allegedly canceled military exemption for such employees. 10 082 43

US calls on Ukraine to start mobilization from the age of 18 US calls on Ukraine to immediately lower conscription age to 18 - media The administration of current US President Joe Biden is calling on Ukraine to immediately increase the size of the armed forces by drafting more soldiers and revising mobilization legislation to allow conscription of people over the age of 18. 36 876 474

Recruiting "Servant of People" Horbenko on recruiting centers in brigades: This is first step in reforming TCR, next one is to assign TCR to each military unit If each military unit has a recruiting center, the number of "conscientious objectors" and cases of unauthorized abandonment of the unit by soldiers will decrease. 2 385 23

Bill to reduce the age limit for mobilization to 55 years There is no reason to say that bill to reduce age limit to 55 will be considered in nearest future - "servant of people" Venislavskyi The bill that proposes to lower the upper age limit for mobilization of men from 60 to 55 will not be considered in the Verkhovna Rada in the near future. 9 872 46

ДБР викрило працівників одеського ТЦК, які вимагали гроші за відстрочку від мобілізації Employees of Odesa RTCR who detained people liable for military service at checkpoints and extorted money for deferment exposed - SBI. PHOTOS SBI officers exposed employees of the Odesa District Territorial Centre for Recruitment and Social Support who were extorting money from persons liable for military service at checkpoints in the region. 24 839 43

військовий,квиток Deferrals issued by Ministry of Economy and through Diia will be canceled on February 28, 2025, - Cabinet of Ministers decree (updated) The Cabinet of Ministers has issued a resolution to change the validity of the deferrals from mobilisation issued by the Ministry of Economy and through Diia, which will expire on 28 February 2025. 22 299 51

Український військовий "We are exhausted. HIMARS is almost nonexistent,": Ukraine’s Armed Forces lack infantry and artillery to deter Russia’s army - The New York Times The Ukrainian army lacks infantry and artillery to counter Russian troops, who are ready to suffer "staggering casualties." 26 416 49 Previously in trend: War

Начальник відділу підготовки навчальних центрів командування Сухопутних військ Юрій Дяченко Ground Forces Command spoke about four stages of basic training for mobilized soldiers The structure of the basic general military training course for mobilized persons includes four main stages of training. 6 636 25

У Резерв+ з’явилася відстрочка від мобілізації для багатодітних батьків In Reserve+, deferral from mobilization for parents with many children is already available In the Reserve+ application, a service for online deferment from mobilization for parents with many children has been added. 2 095 16

Радник Байдена Джейк Салліван Ukraine should strengthen mobilization. Problems at front are due to lack of human resources, not weapons, - Sullivan Ukraine needs to strengthen mobilization to improve the situation on the frontline. However, no single weapons system is decisive in the Russian-Ukrainian war. 24 213 206 Previously in trend: War

Умєров анонсував нові пропозиції щодо реформування примусової мобілізації Ukraine plans to move away from "painful issues of busification," Defense Ministry has proposals, - Umierov The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has prepared proposals for consideration by the Cabinet of Ministers aimed at reforms. This should prevent the so-called "busification," when men are forcibly mobilized into the ranks of the Armed Forces. 8 174 42

Скільки людей оновили дані через Резерв+ Already 3.5 million citizens have updated their data through Reserve+ application In Ukraine, three and a half million citizens have already updated their data through the Reserve+ application. About 150,00 have applied for a deferral. 2 362 7

Позбавлення водійського посвідчення за неявку до ТЦК: Міноборони спростовує Failure to appear under draft notice will not result in deprivation of driver’s licenses, may result in temporary restriction of motor vehicle driving - Ministry of Defense The media have spread information about the automatic deprivation of driver's licenses for failure to appear under draft notice, but this is not true. 2 345 11

тцкашник стріляє в ухилянта Man in military uniform chasing civilian and using weapon: "He’s shooting! He’s shooting, fu#k!". VIDEO A video was posted online showing a man in military uniform running after a civilian and shooting in his direction. 32 548 258 Previously in trend: War

Бронювання в "Дії" почнеться з 1 грудня All reservations from December 1 will be made through "Diia" - Shmyhal Reservations for mobilization from 1 December 2024 will be made through "Diia". 8 092 41

Литва вивчає досвід України із мобілізації та рекрутингу Lithuania is studying Ukraine’s experience in mobilization and recruiting Lithuania is studying Ukraine's experience in organizing mobilization, recruitment, and training of military personnel in wartime. 2 342 19

тцк It is currently impossible to disband or reduce TCR. This will affect effectiveness of mobilization, - "servant of the people" Fediienko At present, the disbandment of the system of territorial centers for recruitment and social support is impossible, and the idea proposed by the Rada is "populism". 5 579 81

Українські військові Average age of Ukrainian soldiers has increased from 30 to 40 years during war, - Canadian Ambassador Cmoc Ambassador of Canada to Ukraine Natalka Cmoc said that since the beginning of Russia's war against Ukraine, the average age of Ukrainian soldiers has increased by 10 years - from about 30 to 40 years old. 3 779 19

Законопроєкт про демобілізацію військових: Ministry of Defense should draft bill on demobilization of military by December 18, - People’s Deputy from "Voice", soldier Kostenko The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine promises to prepare a bill to define the procedure and conditions for the demobilization of military personnel during martial law by December 18, 2024. 4 205 8

Зупинка бронювання: як це вплине на економіку? Suspension of military exemption has destructive impact on economy and sends negative signals to investors - media Suspension of military exemption of workers has a destructive impact on the economy, as in such conditions businesses may lose the ability to maintain even the current level of production. In addition, it sends negative signals to investors and partners of Ukraine who planned to invest in our industry. 2 758 18

режисер Олесь Санін Five people from Dovbush film crew killed, seven missing, 70 in ranks of AFU, - director Sanin The director of the film Dovbush, Oles Sanin, told how many members of the film's team were killed and missing in action, and how many still continue to defend Ukraine. 12 188 17 Previously in trend: War

оформлення відстрочки у Резерв+ 100 thousand online deferments issued in "Reserve+" application in three days, - Ministry of Defense 100 thousand online deferments were generated by users of the Reserve+ application in three days. 3 836 4

Першими повістки отримають ті, хто не платить податки "Fight or work": summonses are primarily sent to those who do not pay taxes - Shmyhal. VIDEO Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal said that the "fight or work" principle has already taken effect. First of all, those who do not pay taxes will receive summonses. 16 384 160

Стерненка оголосили у розшук через нібито неявку за повісткою Odesa TCR put Sternenko on wanted list: Volunteer considers it "greeting" for criticising army system, or someone wants to stop supplying drones to army Volunteer Serhii Sternenko learned from the media that he was put on the wanted list by the Primorsk Military Commissariat for allegedly violating the rules of military registration. 26 477 316

Черногренко In November, three types of deferments will be launched in Reserve+, - Chernohorenko This month, the Reserve+ app will launch three types of deferments from mobilization. These are electronic deferments for people with disabilities, students, and parents of large families. 7 115 4

Зеленський підписав закони про продовження воєнного стану та мобілізації до 7 лютого 2025 року Zelenskyy extended martial law and mobilization until February 7, 2025 President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed laws on the extension of martial law and mobilization until February 7, 2025. 3 301 25 Previously in trend: War

козицький Government should consider exemption from mobilization for private entrepreneurs, it will bring billions to finance AFU, - Kozytskyi, head of LRMA The Cabinet of Ministers should consider the possibility of exempting employees from mobilization who are employed by individual entrepreneurs. This will significantly increase revenues to the state and local budgets, and thus raise additional funds to finance the Armed Forces. 19 0

підготовка Duration of basic military training in training centers increased to 45 days, - Ground Forces In all 27 training centers of Ukraine, the duration of basic military training has been increased to 45 days. 3 117 32

олександр,фацевич 75 thousand men of mobilization age work in National Police, 15 thousand of them are already performing combat missions The National Police of Ukraine currently employs about 70-75 thousand male police officers of mobilization age (25-60 years old). 15 thousand of them are already performing combat missions. 7 715 80

Резерв+, відстрочка Reserve+ has started testing online deferments from mobilization. Students and graduate students can be first to participate, - Chernohorenko On Monday, November 4, beta testing of online deferrals from mobilization started in the Reserve+ application. 7 290 17

оформлення відстрочки у Резерв+ Technical failure has occurred in Reserve+ application A technical failure occurred in the Reserve+ application. 4 719 15

У Резерв+ з'являться електронні відстрочки у листопаді Electronic deferments will be available in Reserve+ program in November. People with disabilities will be first to receive them, - Ministry of Defense Next month, electronic deferments from mobilization will be available in the Reserve+ app. People with disabilities will receive them first. 9 330 22

війна Special battalion "Alcatraz" as part of 93rd Brigade: how convicts are fighting near Pokrovsk. VIDEO On 19 May 2024, Law No. 3687-IX on the mobilisation of convicts came into force. 9 610 9 Previously in trend: War

Зупинка бронювання є загрозою There is no logic in suspending military exemption of critical employees - expert Suspension of military exemption, which the government has implemented, poses a real threat to the operation of strategically important enterprises and could cause numerous disruptions in their work. Therefore, the mechanism for retaining important employees should be restored as soon as possible. 4 631 13

В Україні планують призвати ще 160 тисяч Ukraine wants to recruit 160,000 more people to AFU - NSDC Secretary Lytvynenko In order to man up the Armed Forces, it is planned to mobilise another 160,000 people. 23 996 142

Умєров TCR and law enforcement agencies will exchange data through electronic system, which will allow to quickly receive information about violators, - Umerov The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has approved important changes to strengthen military records and track violations of the law. 7 193 47

Бронювання від мобілізації: Через паузу підприємства можуть втратити працівників Pauses in exemption from military service threaten companies with loss of critical employees - NV It will be impossible to exempt an employee in the next three weeks as Ukraine continues to audit critical enterprises. But that's not all: after November 15, companies may lose the right to exempt employees, and the military exemption procedure may change. And while this pause lasts, companies risk facing production disruptions and the loss of critical employees. 2 777 21

Військовий квиток Mobilized man dies in Rivne hospital: relatives suspect he was beaten, OC "West" says he committed AWOL and was outside military unit for 3 days before his death (updated). DOCUMENT On 22 October 2024, Yurii Protsyk, who was mobilised on 16 October, died in a hospital in Rivne. His family suspects that he was beaten, which could have been the cause of his death. 26 575 100

Уряд частково відновив бронювання Government partially restores reservations for persons liable for military service Employees who have received the status of booked before 31 May 2024 will be able to extend their booking for a similar period without any problems. 10 479 43

Суди Києва винесли 7 тюремних вироків за ухилення від мобілізації Since beginning of year, seven men have been convicted of mobilization evasion in Kyiv - police Kyiv courts handed down seven verdicts against men who evaded military service. In particular, two of them were sent to prison. 3 471 40

Стефанчук заперечив плани мобілізувати 18-річних At least 40 thousand people liable for military service exempted with violations, 20% of companies to lose critical status - media An audit of critical enterprises is underway in Ukraine, which has already identified at least 40,000 people liable for military service who have been exempted with violations. 14 615 80

СБУ викрила 19 осіб, які зривали мобілізацію в Україні They tried to disrupt mobilization: SSU exposes 19 people in Kyiv, Vinnytsia and Khmelnytskyi regions. PHOTOS 19 administrators and contributors of Telegram channels who tried to disrupt mobilisation and spread locations of the Armed Forces of Ukraine were exposed. 5 961 47

Командувач Сухопутних військ Збройних Сил України Олександр Павлюк Pavliuk: High-profile arrests of bribe-takers from TCR carried out on direct initiative of Land Forces Command High-profile detentions of lawbreakers among the leaders and employees of the TCR take place on the direct initiative and full assistance of the Land Forces Command at all stages. 6 572 40