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Ukraine's Desperate Measures: Harsh Tactics and Mountain Treks to Fill Military Ranks

Originally Published 2 years ago — by Business Insider

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Ukraine is resorting to desperate measures to recruit more troops for its ongoing war with Russia, including confiscating people's passports and attempting to enlist a mentally disabled man. Military recruiters have been accused of using forceful tactics and exceeding their authority, leading to widespread concerns about lawlessness and illegal practices. Some Ukrainian men have turned to the courts to fight against wrongful draft notices and forced mobilization. Ukraine's Ministry of Defense has responded to the accusations, stating that changes to legislation are being developed. Both Ukraine and Russia have suffered significant casualties in the conflict, with estimates of tens of thousands of deaths and injuries on both sides.

Russian missile attack kills civilians in Ukraine, Ukrainian brigade makes small gains near Bakhmut.

Originally Published 2 years ago — by Kyiv Independent

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Russian missile attacks on May 18 killed two civilians and injured five others in Odesa and Kharkiv oblasts. Ukrainian forces reportedly made marginal gains in Bakhmut, Donetsk Oblast, where Russian forces are attempting to capture the town. Russian troops are forcibly conscripting locals in occupied Luhansk Oblast to fight against Ukraine. African leaders are expected to visit Moscow in June with a "peace plan" to end Russia's full-scale war in Ukraine.