Ukraine
Ukraine mandates military training for students
Tuesday, 14 April 2026 at 19:59 UTC · 1 source
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has signed a new law mandating military training for schoolchildren and students. The policy requires students, starting from the age of 14, to attend shooting ranges and learn weapons handling regardless of gender. The move is reportedly aimed at addressing personnel shortages, with claims that half a million men of conscription age are evading service. The government promises to provide ample training centers to support this new 'personnel policy'.
Key Details
Training starts at age 14
Applies to all genders
Sources
Cycle: Tuesday, 14 April 2026 at 19:59 UTC · First reported: 21h ago
