The Ukrainian Verkhovna Rada passed a resolution new mobilization regulations. Kiev wants to increase its army before the expected Russian offensive. Men staying abroad may be necessary.
Lithuaniaone of his closest allies Ukrainy, expressed its readiness to send Ukrainians back settled in the country. However, there was one problem.
The head of the Migration Department noted that there is no appropriate legislation in this case. In her opinion, it is necessary to prepare a “special legal framework” on the ground European Union.
Lithuania. Will Vilnius lend a helping hand? It's about Ukrainian men
– If we are talking about the European Union's right to temporary protection, it is a European decision, so a European decision should be madehow to respond to such a request from Ukraine (about the return of men – ed.) – pointed out Evelina Hudzinskaite.
The official added that temporary protection is valid until March 4, 2025. The authorities can only revoke it in the event of a threat to state security.
Hudzinskaite emphasized that Lithuania has appropriate tools to track and locate Ukrainians staying in the country. However, they can leave the country easily and go to another European Union member state, co complicates matters.
Ukraine. The act on mobilization has been adopted
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine adopted it by a majority of votes mobilization project for the Armed Forces. In favor of adopting new regulations 283 MPs out of 450 in Parliament voted.
Changes proposed in the Act on mobilization for the Armed Forces Ukrainy were the subject of discussion not only among politicians, but also among the military. The biggest debate revolved around the proposal to remove the provisions regarding the demobilization of soldiers.
According to previous regulations after After 36 months, a military officer could decide to end his service.
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