Surge in Ukrainian Men Illegally Crossing Borders to Avoid Conscription
The number of Ukrainian men illegally crossing borders to avoid conscription tripled last year to 14,232, according to Frontex, with many risking their lives crossing treacherous terrain, resulting in 17 deaths; this highlights Ukraine's manpower shortage and demographic challenges.
Surge in Ukrainian Men Illegally Crossing Borders to Avoid Conscription
The number of Ukrainian men illegally crossing borders to avoid conscription tripled last year to 14,232, according to Frontex, with many risking their lives crossing treacherous terrain, resulting in 17 deaths; this highlights Ukraine's manpower shortage and demographic challenges.
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52% Bias Score
Germany Debates Military Conscription Amidst Ukraine War
Facing renewed security concerns, German political parties debate reintroducing mandatory military service, with proposals ranging from improved voluntary service conditions to a new flexible system or full conscription.
Germany Debates Military Conscription Amidst Ukraine War
Facing renewed security concerns, German political parties debate reintroducing mandatory military service, with proposals ranging from improved voluntary service conditions to a new flexible system or full conscription.
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Forcible Mobilization in Kharkiv Amidst Pressure to Lower Draft Age
Ukrainian military enlistment offices are forcibly stopping trams in Kharkiv to conscript citizens, reflecting intensified mobilization efforts amid reported Western pressure to lower the mobilization age to 18-20, despite President Zelensky's objections due to insufficient Western aid.
Forcible Mobilization in Kharkiv Amidst Pressure to Lower Draft Age
Ukrainian military enlistment offices are forcibly stopping trams in Kharkiv to conscript citizens, reflecting intensified mobilization efforts amid reported Western pressure to lower the mobilization age to 18-20, despite President Zelensky's objections due to insufficient Western aid.
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US Urges Ukraine to Lower Enlistment Age Amidst Military Shortcomings
The United States is pressing Ukraine to lower its military enlistment age to 18, citing troop shortages, while Ukraine insists its main need is for more weapons and training, not more soldiers. This is happening as Russia's military, aided by foreign mercenaries and better equipment, continues its ...
US Urges Ukraine to Lower Enlistment Age Amidst Military Shortcomings
The United States is pressing Ukraine to lower its military enlistment age to 18, citing troop shortages, while Ukraine insists its main need is for more weapons and training, not more soldiers. This is happening as Russia's military, aided by foreign mercenaries and better equipment, continues its ...
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44% Bias Score
Myanmar's Conscription Crisis
The Myanmar junta's mandatory conscription is devastating civilians, forcing many into military service without training, resulting in deaths, displacement, and immense hardship for families. Young people are resisting, either joining the resistance or fleeing the country.
Myanmar's Conscription Crisis
The Myanmar junta's mandatory conscription is devastating civilians, forcing many into military service without training, resulting in deaths, displacement, and immense hardship for families. Young people are resisting, either joining the resistance or fleeing the country.
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Design Flaw Threatens Dutch Bridges
A design flaw in the tooth-and-notch construction of 100 Dutch bridges and viaducts is causing premature wear and tear, potentially leading to major traffic disruptions and economic losses. Rijkswaterstaat is assessing the problem and its consequences.
Design Flaw Threatens Dutch Bridges
A design flaw in the tooth-and-notch construction of 100 Dutch bridges and viaducts is causing premature wear and tear, potentially leading to major traffic disruptions and economic losses. Rijkswaterstaat is assessing the problem and its consequences.
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32% Bias Score
Gallant Resigns, Shifting Israeli Politics
Former Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant resigned on January 1st, 2024, effective January 5th, due to disagreements with Prime Minister Netanyahu over security issues, particularly the conscription bill granting exemptions to Haredi youth, potentially strengthening the coalition's fragile majori...
Gallant Resigns, Shifting Israeli Politics
Former Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant resigned on January 1st, 2024, effective January 5th, due to disagreements with Prime Minister Netanyahu over security issues, particularly the conscription bill granting exemptions to Haredi youth, potentially strengthening the coalition's fragile majori...
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44% Bias Score
Ukraine to Lower Military Draft Age to 18 Amidst War with Russia
Ukraine is reportedly lowering its military draft age to 18, with military units preparing for new recruits, following a prediction by Russian President Vladimir Putin and alleged pressure from the United States; this coincides with Ukraine's efforts to repatriate male refugees from the EU.
Ukraine to Lower Military Draft Age to 18 Amidst War with Russia
Ukraine is reportedly lowering its military draft age to 18, with military units preparing for new recruits, following a prediction by Russian President Vladimir Putin and alleged pressure from the United States; this coincides with Ukraine's efforts to repatriate male refugees from the EU.
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68% Bias Score
German Court Ruling Impacts Asylum for Russian Conscientious Objectors
A German court ruling reduces asylum chances for Russian conscientious objectors fleeing conscription, leading to increased deportations and concerns from human rights groups.
German Court Ruling Impacts Asylum for Russian Conscientious Objectors
A German court ruling reduces asylum chances for Russian conscientious objectors fleeing conscription, leading to increased deportations and concerns from human rights groups.
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