Incoming National Security Adviser Rep. Mike Waltz (R-FL) has highlighted a significant factor affecting Ukraine’s military efforts against Russia: the country’s conscription policies. In a recent interview, Waltz noted that Ukraine’s current draft age is set at 26, excluding a substantial segment of the population from military service.
Waltz emphasized that lowering the draft age to 18 could mobilize hundreds of thousands of additional soldiers, potentially strengthening Ukraine’s position on the battlefield. He stated, “If the Ukrainians have asked the entire world to be all in for democracy, we need them to be all in for democracy.”
This perspective comes as President-elect Donald Trump and his team express intentions to facilitate a resolution to the ongoing conflict. Waltz mentioned that Trump is actively working to negotiate an end to the war, aiming for a just and responsible outcome that ensures Ukraine’s future security.
The suggestion to lower the conscription age aligns with broader discussions about Ukraine’s military strategy and resource allocation. Addressing manpower shortages could be a critical step in stabilizing the frontlines and creating favorable conditions for potential peace negotiations.
As the situation develops, the international community will be observing how changes in Ukraine’s conscription policies might influence the dynamics of the conflict and the prospects for a diplomatic resolution.
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