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Bulgarian Defense Minister: No Plans for Conscription Return, Focus on Modernization and Pay Upgrades
Bulgaria's Defense Minister, Atanas Zapryanov, affirmed that the reintroduction of mandatory conscription is not under consideration amidst the country's ongoing efforts to modernize its armed forces and enhance military personnel remuneration.
Romania Quietly Gears Up for Compulsory Military Service Amidst Personnel Shortage
Amid escalating tensions on its borders and a significant increase in the Ministry of National Defense budget, Romania is discreetly preparing for the reintroduction of compulsory military service, according to reports from Digi24.
Zelensky Signs Law: Ukraine Lowers Military Mobilization Age
President Volodymyr Zelensky has signed into law a significant amendment to the country's mobilization regulations. The new legislation, reported by Reuters, notably reduces the age for military mobilization from 27 to 25.
Bulgarian Defense Ministry Pushes for Increase in Military Spending to 2.5% of GDP
Amidst discussions in the Bulgarian parliament, Acting Minister of Defense Atanas Zapryanov has announced plans for a significant boost in military spending, aiming for it to reach 2.5% of the country's gross domestic product (GDP).
Bulgarian Defense Minister: No Political Decision Yet on Conscription Return
Amid growing concerns over security in the wake of the conflict in Ukraine, Bulgaria's Acting Minister of Defense, Atanas Zapryanov, has addressed the issue of conscription, stating that while it is being discussed, no political decision has been reached as of yet.
Ukraine Passes New Mobilization Law
The Ukrainian Parliament, the Verkhovna Rada, has approved a new mobilization bill, signaling significant changes to military service requirements in the country. The decision garnered support from 283 deputies and marks a pivotal moment in Ukraine's defense strategy.
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Denmark Implements Mandatory Military Service for Women
Denmark has announced sweeping reforms to its military, marking a historic shift by extending conscription to women for the first time and increasing the standard service time, BBC reported. These changes come alongside plans to bolster the country's defense budget by nearly $6 billion (£4.6 billion) over the next five years to meet NATO targets.
Survey: Majority of Germans in Favor of Mandatory Military Duty Return
In a recent survey conducted by the Forza Institute, approximately half of German citizens voiced their support for the reinstatement of compulsory military service, according to a recent report by DPA.
Changes in conscription: Voluntary enlistment of women is coming
Possible slight reduction in the conscription time for men, which is currently at 12 months – Continuous, optional retraining and integration into reserves following the model of the Finnish army
Whoever does not report to the army will be sanctioned
However, that would only be the beginning because a public debate will follow, and in the end, the decision must be made by the National Assembly because a change in the law is also necessary.
"We will explain to the president why we believe that the suspension of mandatory military service should be abolished," Minister Milo Vuevi said earlier.