Austria plans to extend mandatory military service to nine months, enhancing training and pay amid growing security threats and geopolitical tensions in Europe.
Ukraine's Zelensky warns Russia plans to expand military mobilization in fall 2026 and may enlist 30,000 North Korean troops, signaling increased conflict intensity and geopolitical risks.
Russia proposes legislation to allow convicts of serious crimes to join military service contracts, reflecting efforts to boost troop numbers amid ongoing conflict.
Germany reports a sharp rise in military service refusal applications amid security concerns and new conscription reforms, potentially impacting defense recruitment.
Russia’s Defense Ministry proposes to end mandatory medical exams for contract and mobilized troops, reflecting recruitment struggles amid the Ukraine conflict.
German authorities have granted asylum to Russian anti-war activist Ilya Shkolny after a three-year legal battle marked by refusals and advocacy efforts.