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Israel has begun a large-scale demobilization of reserve forces following the end of major combat operations against Hamas, shifting towards enhanced border security and normalcy for reservists, with plans to gradually balance regular and reserve troops and potentially revise mobilization laws.
Oregon Governor Tina Kotek has ordered the demobilization of approximately 200 Oregon National Guard troops stationed at Camp Rilea, citing concerns over an illegal mission and disruptions to soldiers' schedules, amid ongoing legal disputes over federal deployment of troops in Oregon.
Ukraine's parliament has scrapped plans to allow soldiers serving for more than 36 months to demobilize and return home, passing a draft law aimed at boosting the military instead. The law received 283 votes in favor and includes measures to address ammunition shortages. Heavy Russian strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure have caused major power outages, leading to protests outside the parliament. The issue of mobilization has been a point of contention, with former military commander Valerii Zaluzhnyi advocating for a significant increase in troops, while President Zelensky emphasizes the importance of fair recruitment and rotation of tired frontline personnel.
MP Davyd Arakhamia stated that due to limited funding, a new wave of mobilization in Ukraine will only be possible if accompanied by demobilization, as additional funds are needed for equipping and training new military personnel. Ukraine is seeking domestic financing for this purpose, and has also received training support from allies such as Romania, France, Italy, and Spain. The United States is expected to vote on providing aid to Ukraine in the next two months, and the Verkhovna Rada is considering amendments to a bill related to military service and mobilization.