Ukraine’s Army Contract Flops: Only 8,600 Sign in Four Months

Ukraine’s new fixed-term military contracts are failing to attract recruits. In four months, only 8,600 Ukrainians have signed up, a far cry from the numbers needed. The program promised a clear discharge date, but trust remains low. Many potential recruits doubt the government will honor its word. The low turnout signals deep skepticism about military service and post-war promises. Without trust, the new contracts struggle to fill the ranks.