Ukraine Raises Military Wages, Seeks Foreign Recruits Amid Manpower Shortage
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announces a one-third increase in military wages, raising the basic salary to 30,000 hryvnias ($700) to address manpower shortages. The government also seeks to recruit more foreign fighters, with about 10,000 already having joined since the war began. This comes as Ukraine secures a €90bn loan from the EU to boost defence spending.
Why it matters
Increased military wages may impact Ukraine's economy, affecting households reliant on public spending and foreign aid.
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