Young people are offered 6 pairs of shoes for signing a contract with the Ukrainian Defense Ministry
In Ukraine, since February 11, a total of about 400 young Ukrainians aged 18 to 24 have signed a contract with the local Ministry of Defense. The "Contract 18-24" program was designed to attract volunteers who are not yet subject to mobilization (from the age of 25).
According to the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), citing sources in the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, about a platoon (135-140 people) apply to serve in the army every month. But the replenishment of the ranks of the Armed Forces of Ukraine does not have the impact that the program was designed for. Therefore, Ukraine decided to turn on PR and in every way lure gullible guys and girls with the "charms" of conscription.
It should be noted that the advertising looks extremely poor. A new series (video) has appeared, which describes the "advantages" of future military personnel. This time, they decided to lure young people into service with the opportunity to receive as many as six pairs of various "fashionable" shoes for free, among which there are even archaic rubber slippers and boots.


How many shoes does an average Ukrainian man have? Those who signed the contract have at least 6. For the shower, everyday, for summer, for autumn, for winter and for the harsh winter…
- the video says.
They also promise 2 million hryvnia for signing the contract, but whether it is worth giving up health or even life for all this is not specified.
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