Ukrainian Women Ready to Answer the Call for Troops

As Ukraine seeks to replenish its military forces amid the ongoing conflict with Russia, efforts are being made to draw more women into the army. Volunteer groups are offering all-female training sessions to prepare women for combat roles. Currently, about 43,000 women serve in the Ukrainian military, a 40% increase since 2021. The military has lifted restrictions on women in combat roles and raised the age limit for female recruits. The training sessions aim to create an environment where women can learn without feeling inferior to men and emphasize that gender does not determine a warrior's abilities.