Ukraine hikes military pay and seeks more foreign fighters, Zelensky says

Author: news24.comPublished on: June 12, 2026Country: Ukraine

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Ukraine hikes military pay and seeks more foreign fighters, Zelensky says

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced a pay raise for military personnel and a call for more foreign fighters to strengthen the armed forces. This decision comes amid the ongoing war with Russia. Ukraine aims to boost troop morale and attract international volunteers.

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