# Ukraine’s radical mobilization measures target young men

https://mins.news/en/item/30659

- TASS, 2026-08-24 14:31 UTC
- World
- Original: https://tass.com/world/2177061

> A source in the pro-Russian underground says Ukraine may first lower its conscription age from 25 to 21, and possibly to 18 if recruitment remains insufficient. Authorities are also discussing lowering the upper age limit to 50–55, while the Defense Ministry has announced plans for radical mobilization measures.

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