![Russia-Ukraine war: Here's how much Kyiv is paying young recruits to join military service](https://decode11.com/media/2025/02/msid-118182756imgsize-1056787-MsAbOs-1024x576.png)
Ukraine introduces financial incentives to boost military enlistment among men aged 18-24, offering signing bonuses and monthly salaries. The initiative aims to address troop shortages amid ongoing conflict with Russia and includes benefits like 0% mortgage rates and scholarships. Concerns arise over the disparity in pay for existing personnel in non-combat roles.