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War in Ukraine
EU Proposes Extending Protection for Ukrainians Until 2028 – But Not for Draft Evaders
The proposal would deny temporary protection to people who newly arrive in the European Union after leaving Ukraine without authorization because they are subject to military service.
June 26, 2026
Armed Forces of Ukraine
Skelia Commander Suspended Amid Probe Into Alleged Abuse and Training-Camp Deaths
The elite formation is under scrutiny following a Babel investigation published June 23, which alleged abuse and at least 26 non-combat deaths among recruits.
June 26, 2026
War in Ukraine
Russian Military Recruitment Falls Across Country
Sources told Verstka that recruitment has declined despite record financial incentives, as officials reportedly explore new reserve rotations and potential mobilization measures.
June 24, 2026
War in Ukraine
Kremlin Detains Ex-Cons, Debtors in Raids, Impressing Vulnerable Into War Service
Earlier reports suggest recruitment efforts in Penza are widening as mobilization challenges grow.
June 22, 2026
Ukraine
Ukraine to Begin Phased Demobilization by End of 2026
Ukraine’s defense ministry said troops who have served the longest, including soldiers mobilized in 2014 and 2022, will be prioritized in a phased demobilization process.
June 15, 2026
War in Ukraine
‘Fundamental Decision Made’: Russian Lawmaker Predicts New Mobilization This Fall
A Russian lawmaker claims the Kremlin has decided on a new mobilization this fall as battlefield losses mount and offensive gains stall.
June 2, 2026
Ukraine
EU Weighs Limiting Protection for Ukrainian Men of Military Age in Potential Sixth-Year Extension
EU capitals are debating a possible extension of the Temporary Protection Directive for Ukrainians, while considering limits on eligibility for men of conscription age.
June 1, 2026
Zelensky
Zelensky Says Russia’s Mobilization Push Is Proof Moscow ‘Not Preparing for Real Diplomacy’
According to Zelensky, Russian authorities have stepped up the issuance of so-called mobilization orders.
May 27, 2026
War in Ukraine
Putin Offers Loan Write-Offs to New Russian Contract Soldiers
Putin signed a decree exempting Russian troops fighting in Ukraine and their families from repaying overdue loans under specific conditions.
May 26, 2026
War in Ukraine
Russians Report Spike in ‘Mobilization Orders’ as Military Offices Expand Reserve Checks
Russia is seeing a sharp rise in issuance of so-called “mobilization orders” to reservists during enlistment office visits.
May 26, 2026
Putin
Ukraine Warns Putin Could Announce Mass Mobilization After Duma Elections
Western and Ukrainian intelligence assessments have repeatedly pointed to severe Russian personnel losses and difficulties sustaining troop numbers through voluntary recruitment alone.
May 19, 2026
Verkhovna Rada
Ukraine May Lift Medical Exemptions to Send Doctors to Military
Some medical workers could lose draft exemptions and be mobilized into the Armed Forces (AFU) at the request of the Ministry of Defense.
May 15, 2026
Ukraine
Su-57s Struck, New F-16 Simulators, and Potential Demobilization – Ukraine Latest, May 1
Russia’s Starlink ban, updates on Russia’s May 9 ceasefire proposal, Ukraine’s new military overhaul – updates from Ukraine and beyond
May 1, 2026
Zelensky
Ukraine Plans Higher Pay, Phased Demobilization Under Army Reform
Proposed changes include higher base salaries, large infantry contract bonuses, and phased demobilization starting in 2026.
May 1, 2026
Russia
Belarus Confirms Russian Draft Evaders Barred From Leaving Via Its Border
Belorussian officials stressed that Belarus does not independently decide on restrictions but enforces data received from Russian authorities.
April 29, 2026
Ukraine
Zelensky Says Russia Plans Expanded Mobilization Despite Battlefield Failures
Ukrainian intelligence said internal Russian military documents show commanders cannot meet Kremlin objectives even as Moscow prepares new offensives.
April 28, 2026