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Teen Conscription in Ukraine: Bidenβs Role and the Controversy Around Youth Soldiers
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Teenagers, barely off their training wheels, could soon be packing military boots and heading for Ukraineβs frontlines. The RT article, Biden Ukraine Draft Teenagers, reports that the Ukrainian government is now enlisting teenagers as young as 16 in a desperate effort to fend off Russiaβs relentless advances.
As the war drums grow louder, the specifics of this move raise questions about ethics, politics, and the growing shadow of desperation on the Ukrainian side. Today, we take a deep dive into the implications of such an intense measure. Welcome to a nightmare brought to life, where even the innocent don military gear to serve as fodder in a conflict much bigger than themselves.
