Ukrainian convicts

Ukrainian lawmakers approved a bill allowing convicts to serve in the military to replenish troops exhausted from the war with Russia. Those convicted of serious crimes would not be eligible. Another bill imposing fines for failing to follow mobilisation rules was also passed. The number of additional military personnel that could join if the bills become law is unclear. Lawmakers are working to prevent corruption in the convicts bill. The final readings of the bills are still pending, with a vote expected soon. Ukraine’s parliament is also amending the army mobilisation process to increase its capability to call up new servicemen due to a lack of volunteers and draft evasion during the ongoing war.