The Ukrainian government is launching a new program of special contracts for young men aged 18-24 in the Armed Forces.

Axar.az reports that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said this in an interview with Reuters.

"Experienced combat brigades, together with the Ministry of Defense, are working on a contract option for young people aged 18 to 24. This is for those who want to join; it is not mobilization," he said.

Zelensky also noted that a special contract is currently being developed, which will offer numerous benefits, as well as high financial compensation.

He added that detailed information on the matter will be provided in the coming days.

It should be noted that the previous U.S. administration had repeatedly proposed lowering the conscription age from 25 to address the shortage of soldiers in Ukraine, but Zelensky had firmly rejected this.