The Need for Reforming the Mobilization System in Ukraine
Military Ombudsman Olga Reshetilova emphasized the urgent need to reform the mobilization system in Ukraine. She highlighted the importance of protecting servicemen, as the existing system does not ensure the proper execution of mobilization tasks. According to her, the state must immediately implement changes, as currently about 4.5 million people of conscription age have not become part of the military formations.
Reshetilova noted that the military must take an active role in forming the mobilization plan, keeping records, and distributing personnel. She also stressed that the issues faced by Ukraine are related not only to military actions but also to corruption and paternalism, which she characterized as elements of 'Russian peace.'
Tragic Incidents and Funding
It is worth noting that recently there was a tragic incident in Lviv, where an employee of the territorial recruitment and social support center, Yuri Bondarenko, was killed. The suspect in this crime is 30-year-old Grigory Kedruk. This tragic case highlights the complexity of the situation in the country, where there are serious challenges in society and the military sector.
Moreover, in 2026, the state budget does not foresee an increase in payments to servicemen, which may further complicate the situation with mobilization and military provision. Areas where there is a catastrophic shortage of units include:
- Pokrovsk
- Myronhrad
- Vovchansk
- Siversk
- Novopavlivka
- Huliaipole
These factors indicate the urgent need for reforms in the mobilization sector to strengthen the country's defense capability and ensure proper protection for servicemen.
The situation in Ukraine requires immediate action to improve the mobilization system, considering not only the numerous challenges but also insufficient funding. Military and state structures must cooperate to create an effective mobilization mechanism that will allow for more effective responses to threats. Tragic incidents, such as the murder of Yuri Bondarenko, highlight the serious risks arising from insufficient preparedness and support for military formations.