Ukraine's Military Faces Big Challenges

Ukraine is dealing with a serious issue. Many people are not showing up for military service. Around 2 million are avoiding being called up. Plus, 200, 000 soldiers are missing without permission. This is a big problem for the country's defense. The new defense minister, Mykhailo Fedorov, spoke about this in parliament. He said the army needs big changes. He wants to focus on how well commanders are doing, not just their ranks. He also wants to improve the army's structure and get rid of corruption.The army is struggling with a shortage of soldiers. Many are tired after years of fighting. Some have left without permission, which is a crime. Others are avoiding service altogether. Both can lead to prison time. Fedorov pointed out other problems too. The army has too much paperwork. It also has an old way of commanding troops. These issues make it hard for soldiers to do their best. He wants to change the army's culture. He believes in building trust and leadership. He also wants to make sure soldiers have what they need to fight.