Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:48pm on 19 Dec 2023,Tuesday International
After prolonged conflict with Russia, the Ukrainian army grapples with recruitment challenges as exhausted soldiers remain in combat, and volunteers to replace casualties become scarce. Major Oleksandr Volkov states, "Our units are understaffed. We need young, motivated people under 40." Concerns rise in Kyiv over Western support, while the Russian forces press for gains. Battalion commander Volkov emphasizes the need for the state to respond and replace those who have been fighting for two years. President Zelensky calls for a review of the recruitment system, addressing issues of timing and corruption within the process.
