Mobilization in Ukraine: reform prospects, battlefield impact — next KI Insights monthly briefing
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Mobilization has consistently been one of the weakest elements of Ukraine's military response to Russia's full-scale invasion. The system is widely hated by the public, plagued by corruption, and has often failed to meet targets needed to ensure the country's defense.
Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has proposed bold new plans to reform the system, but is facing opposition from within the military and Ukraine's top leadership. This private briefing will explore the following questions:
- Which reforms will help Ukraine mobilize fast enough to solve its manpower crisis?
- Will Fedorov's reforms tame so-called ‘busification’ and calm social unrest?
- Can the newly announced troop salary raises attract more volunteer recruits?
- What role will foreign fighters play in fixing the manpower crisis?
Format: Online, in English. The event will include a presentation followed by a candid Q&A session.
Date: Thursday, 18 June 2026
Time: 17:00 Kyiv time (16:00 in Brussels, 15:00 in London, 10:00 in Washington D.C.). Expected duration – 75 minutes.
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