Ukraine Halts Consular Services for Military-Age Men Abroad

Kyiv enforces strict measures to mobilize men living overseas as it faces troop shortages in the ongoing war against Russia.

Ukraine's Foreign Ministry suspends consular services for men aged 18 to 60 abroad, except for aiding their return to Ukraine.
The new policy aims to compel military-age men to participate in defense efforts amid a severe troop shortage.
Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba emphasizes the duty of these men to their homeland, criticizing those who avoid conscription.
Effective until May 18, the service suspension coincides with a new mobilization law enhancing penalties for draft dodgers.
Germany assures that the policy change will not affect the protection status of Ukrainian men in the EU.