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WorldCan women solve Ukraine’s manpower problem?

As Russia prepares to mobilize hundreds of thousands more troops, Ukraine is struggling to maintain troop numbers. More than 76,000 women serve voluntarily in its armed forces, but mandatory service for women remains deeply controversial. Kateryna Hodunova examines whether drafting women could ease the shortage.

TThe Kyiv Independent 2026-10-07 14:49