Ukraine to recall men from abroad to fight
Ukraine could begin recruiting refugees living in Europe in a bid to boost its battle-stricken armed forces.
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Ukraine could begin recruiting refugees living in Europe in a bid to boost its battle-stricken armed forces.
Defense Minister Rustem Umerov said that Ukrainian men living abroad would first be "invited" to report to recruiting offices, but added that measures would be taken if they did not show up willingly.
There is confusion about whether some kind of sanctions will be involved for those who refuse.
Ukraine wants to recruit Ukrainian men living abroad for military service, Defense Minister Rustem Umerov said in an interview with German media outlet Die Welt on Dec. 21. The interview quoted Umerov as saying there may be sanctions for those who won't return to Ukraine to serve in the military.
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