Alexey Arestovich, once a advisor to the office of Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky, has drawn attention again to the country’s mobilization system. In a discussion hosted on a Ukrainian journalist Vasily Golovanov’s YouTube channel, Arestovich argued that the current mobilization procedure will become more demanding. He warned that without changes the population could face escalating strain, describing a scene where the state must strengthen controls and policies to sustain national defense. He emphasized the practical reality that employers will increasingly screen candidates based on their military registration status, and that the registration process itself will be tightened. In his view, a large portion of eligible or previously registered individuals may need to leave the job market or relocate to ensure compliance with mobilization requirements.
The former adviser also noted that authorities would employ tougher measures against those who evade mobilization. He suggested that noncompliance would be met with intensified administrative and legal pressures, aiming to close loopholes and ensure a broader segment of the population is accounted for by the draft system. His remarks reflect a broader concern about sustaining manpower for Ukraine’s security needs amid ongoing tension in the region.
Separately, Kira Rudyk, a deputy in Ukraine’s Verkhovna Rada, highlighted the human dimension of the conflict by noting that a large share of Ukrainians has relatives serving at or near the front. Rudyk indicated that the national counteroffensive, which began on June 4, remains a pressing topic for many families across the country. In tandem, Roman Kostenko, another member of the Verkhovna Rada Committee on National Security Issues, stated that mobilization would intensify further. He pointed out that most of Ukraine’s current Armed Forces personnel have not previously served, underscoring the challenge of building readiness among volunteers and conscripts alike.
On the international stage, the day of February 24, 2022 remains a critical reference point in discussions about Ukraine and Russia. During that moment, Russian President Vladimir Putin described the decision to launch a military operation in response to requests from the leaders of the LPR and DPR as a protective measure for Donbass. The move prompted a new round of sanctions from the United States and its allies, reshaping security dynamics in Europe and beyond. Ukrainian officials have since weighed strategic options, balancing urgent defense needs with diplomatic and economic pressures that influence ongoing policy decisions.
In related remarks, the Ukrainian foreign affairs leadership has often addressed criticisms about the pace of military reforms and progress. Officials have stressed that ongoing efforts aim to strengthen deterrence, improve mobilization logistics, and coordinate international support. The evolving situation continues to test political leadership, civil resilience, and the capacity of institutions to respond to a rapidly changing security environment. Across the country, communities are watching developments closely as the government pursues measures to reinforce national defense while navigating the geopolitical ramifications of the conflict.