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Aug

/26
By Conscription News, norway No Comments

Norway: Armed Forces’ reputation falls amid concerns over waste and high spending

The Norwegian Armed Forces have recorded a noticeable decline in public reputation, according to the 2026 Traction Offentlig survey conducted by Apeland in cooperation with Altinget and Norstat. Forsvaret scored 75 points, down from a record 80 points in 2025, moving from the category of “very good” to simply “good” reputation. Survey organizers say that […]
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18

Aug

/26
By Conscription News, latvia No Comments

One-Third of Latvia’s Conscription Cohort Ignore Call-Up

Latvia’s latest compulsory intake has exposed substantial resistance and attrition within the country’s National Defence Service. Of 400 young people selected for compulsory service in July, roughly one-third ignored their summons and failed to appear for medical examinations. Another third were subsequently declared medically unfit, while several recruits challenged their call-up. In the end, only […]
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11

Aug

/26
By Conscription News, Germany No Comments

German Social Organizations Resist Plans to Revive Civilian Service

Germany’s Family Ministry is preparing the framework for a renewed compulsory civilian service if military conscription is reactivated. The ministry contacted 23 major welfare and social-service organisations about their ability to provide placements for conscientious objectors, with 22 saying they could do so in principle. Several welfare organisations nevertheless oppose relying on compulsory civilian labour. […]
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11

Aug

/26
By Conscription News, kyrgyzstan No Comments

Kyrgyzstan considers military-training reforms as up to 70% of draft-age youth deemed unfit for service

Kyrgyzstan is considering an overhaul of its pre-conscription training system after authorities reported that as many as 70% of young people examined for military service each year are found unfit. The government says the figures point to worsening physical health among young people, alongside insufficient motivation for military service. Read the entire piece in Daryo.
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