Banik has announced changes for conscripts wanted by the authorities
Mstislav Banik spoke about this in an interview with *Telegraf*. According to him, one of the aims of the reform is to make military service more predictable for those who are mobilised during a protracted war.
Deputy Defence Minister Mstislav Banik stated that the reform should, in particular, address conscripts who are wanted for violating military registration rules and are not serving.
According to him, some people avoid mobilisation out of fear of uncertainty. Banik explained that conscripts often do not understand what prospects they will have after mobilisation, how long their service will last, and when they will be able to return to civilian life.
What the Ministry of Defence says
Banik stated that currently, some conscripts view their prospects as mobilisation “with no clear end in sight”.
According to the official, people are afraid of being drafted into the army and “never getting out”, of carrying out combat missions in the infantry and not knowing when such service will end.
That is precisely why, according to Banik, the Ministry of Defence wants to offer these people new prospects for military service – ones that are clearer and more understandable.
What might change for conscripts currently wanted by the authorities
The Ministry of Defence has not yet revealed the full details of the upcoming reform.
However, it follows from Banik’s statements that the changes are intended to give conscripts greater certainty regarding the conditions of service, terms, possible guarantees and future prospects.
This applies not only to those who may be mobilised in the near future, but also to people who are already wanted for breaching military registration rules.
Why the current format is to be changed
Banik acknowledged that the current format of compulsory mobilisation has a negative impact on society.
According to him, the Ministry of Defence understands the need for change but is approaching it cautiously. The official noted that during the current war, the state effectively has only one opportunity to carry out mobilisation reform, so decisions must be carefully prepared.
He also did not specify whether the raids would continue or be replaced by other mechanisms for manning the army.
When will the new phase of the reform be presented?
Banik did not specify the exact timing of the presentation of the changes.
At the same time, he stated that we are not talking about 2027, but a much nearer future. In other words, the new phase of mobilisation reform could be presented in the near future.
According to the Deputy Minister, decisions must be agreed upon by the government, the President and the military leadership.
Follow us on Telegram
