Following the US, the issue of lowering the mobilisation age was raised in Europe: what the Cabinet of Ministers replied

Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration Olha Stefanyshyna confirmed that this issue had been discussed, including with representatives of the European Union. However, she said that Ukraine faces serious restrictions related to the equipment and training of new mobilisers,Radio Liberty reported.

Stefanyshyna said that despite criticism, Ukraine cannot meet the request to lower the mobilisation age due to the lack of systematic planning and sufficient equipping of the armed forces. She stressed that allies, particularly the EU, could play a key role in providing training for the Ukrainian military. Some 60,000 troops have been trained so far, but this is not enough to compensate for current losses and ensure a high level of combat capability.

Ukraine had already passed a law in April 2024 that lowered the mobilisation age from 27 to 25. The move was part of an effort to increase the size of the army, but the need for personnel remains high. US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken said Ukraine needs to make "difficult decisions" on mobilisation to maintain the ability to counter Russian aggression. He said that even with adequate funding and ammunition, it is critical to ensure that enough people are on the front lines.

The pace of mobilisation in Ukraine remains insufficient to cover losses and increase the size of the armed forces, raising concerns both domestically and among Western partners. Sources in the Ukrainian General Staff note that the shortage of personnel has already led to a simplification of the armed forces' structures in order to free up additional resources for combat units. However, this solution is a temporary measure and does not solve the problem completely.

In general, lowering the age for mobilisation is one of the measures discussed as part of improving Ukraine's defence capabilities, but without sufficient logistical support and allied support, the move risks being insufficiently effective.