Why are Ukraine's military recruiters facing violence in their own country?
Summary
Ukraine is facing problems recruiting men to fight in the war against Russia, which has lasted for almost five years. Many people are scared or unwilling to join, leading to violent attacks on recruitment officers trying to force men to join the army.Key Facts
- Ukraine has struggled to get men to join the military during its long conflict with Russia.
- Many people do not want to fight because they fear the dangers or the war’s unclear end.
- Recruitment officers have been attacked more than 600 times, with increasing violence.
- In April, some recruiters were stabbed, and one person died from the attack.
- Recently in Lviv, about 200 protesters blocked officers trying to arrest a man avoiding the draft and damaged their car.
- President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke out against violence toward soldiers and recruitment officers.
- The rise in violence is creating problems for Ukraine’s efforts to keep its army staffed.
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