"Ukraine Considers Controversial Draft Expansion Amid Soldier Shortage"

Ukraine is facing a shortage of soldiers as the war with Russia enters its third year, with many men evading the draft. The Ukrainian government is considering legislation to expand the draft by lowering the enlistment age and increasing the potential pool of recruits by about 400,000, but the proposal is highly unpopular. The lack of soldiers has left the army exhausted and depleted, with soldiers on the front line not getting enough rest in between rotations. The legislation faces criticism and concerns about its effectiveness in changing the outcome of the war, as well as potential constitutional issues.