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Ukraine's highly unpopular military conscription produces 'ghost soldiers' and widespread corruption

Dmitri Kovalevich Source: Al Mayadeen English 2024-06-26 21:45 11 Shares

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Dmitri Kovalevich, Al Mayadeen English's special correspondent in Ukraine, reports on Ukraine's military conscription and repercussions.

Ukraine's highly unpopular military conscription produces 'ghost soldiers' and widespread corruption

Ukraine's highly unpopular military conscription produces 'ghost soldiers' and widespread corruption

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