Zelenski Announces New Army Reform Starting in June

Volodymyr Zelensky announced a new army reform starting in June.

Zelenski Announces New Army Reform Starting in June

TL;DR

  • Ukraine's army reform begins in June.
  • Salaries will increase significantly, based on fairness, combat experience, and efficiency.
  • Minimum salary for non-combat positions will be at least 30,000 hryvnias (approx. 700 euros).
  • Salaries for combat positions will be several times higher.
  • Infantry soldiers will receive special contracts with salaries ranging from 250,000 to 400,000 hryvnias (5,800 to 9,300 euros) based on mission execution.
  • Recruitment and personnel management methods will be modified.
  • Mandatory replacement of soldiers after a maximum of two months on the front line has been ordered.