💪Ukraine is struggling to replace the soldiers lost in the war against Russia.
🌍The low birthrate and economic hardships in the 90s have resulted in a smaller pool of potential recruits.
💼Mobilizing a larger army puts a financial burden on the country.
🚫Many Ukrainians are trying to avoid conscription, resorting to bribes or fleeing to neighboring countries.
👨👩👧👦The ongoing war has decreased support for the war effort among citizens.
How many soldiers has Ukraine lost in the war?
—The exact number is debated, but estimates range from 31,000 to 70,000.
What is the average age of Ukrainian soldiers on the front lines?
—The average age is 40+.
How has the war impacted Ukraine's demographic?
—The number of 20-year-olds, the typical age for military service, is the smallest demographic in the country.
Are there exemptions for conscription in Ukraine?
—Some exemptions, such as having multiple children or specific health conditions, have been abolished.
Are there penalties for avoiding conscription?
—A proposed law aims to toughen penalties and expand the net of who can be drafted.
00:02Ukraine is facing the challenge of replacing its fallen soldiers.
02:48The average age of Ukrainian soldiers on the front lines is over 40.
05:09The recent law in Ukraine has lowered the conscription age to 25.
07:31Thousands of Ukrainians are fleeing the prospect of military service.
08:52A tougher law in Ukraine aims to expand conscription and impose stricter penalties.
