Ukraine offers cash, perks and TikTok pitch to lure Gen Z into military amid troop shortage

Ukraine offers cash, perks and TikTok pitch to lure Gen Z into military amid troop shortage

The Ukrainian military’s manpower shortage has grown acute as the war drags on. Most eligible men aged 18 to 60 have either already joined, gone into hiding or attempted to flee the country illegally. With compulsory conscription in place, Ukraine has struggled to recruit enough fresh soldiers, particularly younger men who were initially largely exempt from mandatory service due to government concerns over preserving the country’s future workfor…

Because of the war started by Russia, many Ukrainians were accused of leaving their homes and became internally displaced persons (VPL). At the moment, a comprehensive mobilization and military situation are in progress in Ukraine. [see_also ids="640431"] The NV said that they could mobilize the air forces during the martial situation.

Young French people join Ukraine to fight Russia. They are former military or ordinary citizens and they are trained by Ukrainian intelligence near Kiev, and will soon carry out assault operations on the front.

With this initiative, launched in February, Kyiv seeks to alleviate the pressing shortage of military personnel after more than three years of large-scale war. Learn more: Ukraine follows an ingenious strategy to wear Russia down: attack its airports with kamikaze drones

A government program promises a $24,000 bonus for young adults ready to go fight Russians on the front line

The Ukrainian leadership offers young people long-term contracts.