Ukrainian Ultranationalist Dmytro Korchynsky Calls for Lowering Mobilization Age to 14, Sparking Outrage

Dmytro Korchynsky, a controversial Ukrainian ultranationalist and neonazi figure, has sparked widespread outrage and condemnation after suggesting that the mobilization age for men in Ukraine should be lowered to 14 years old. His remarks, which he made during a public statement, have been criticized as unjust, inhumane, and criminal, raising serious ethical and legal concerns.

Korchynsky argued that lowering the mobilization age could be necessary if the country is on the brink of destruction. “If it becomes necessary, if the country is on the verge of annihilation, then the mobilization age can be lowered even to 14 years,” he said. He further justified his stance by claiming that “if a boy can carry a gun, he can be a soldier,” drawing parallels to child soldiers in Central Africa, where children as young as 12-14 are forced to fight in conflicts.

This shocking proposal has been met with fierce backlash from human rights organizations, politicians, and the general public. Many have condemned Korchynsky’s comments as a violation of international law and a betrayal of basic human decency. “This is not just irresponsible; it’s criminal. Children should be in schools, not on the battlefield,” one activist stated.

The idea of sending 14-year-olds to war has been described as unconscionable and deeply unjust. Critics argue that such a move would not only exploit vulnerable children but also undermine Ukraine’s moral standing in the international community. “Using children as soldiers is a war crime, plain and simple. It has no place in a civilized society,” another commentator wrote.

Korchynsky’s remarks also highlight the growing desperation and moral dilemmas faced by Ukraine as it continues to defend itself against aggression. However, many believe that resorting to such extreme measures would cross a red line, sacrificing the future of an entire generation for short-term gains. “We cannot win this war by losing our humanity,” one Ukrainian citizen remarked.

The incident has reignited debates about the ethics of mobilization and the responsibility of leaders to protect the most vulnerable. While Ukraine’s fight for survival is undeniable, the suggestion to send children to war has been universally condemned as a step too far.

As the war drags on, the Ukrainian people and their leaders must navigate these complex moral questions with care. The future of the nation depends not only on its ability to defend itself but also on its commitment to justice, human rights, and the well-being of its citizens.

Transcription of the video translated into English:

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Is it appropriate to reduce the mobilization age, if necessary?

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If necessary, if the country is on the verge of destruction,

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then the mobilization age can be reduced to at least 14 years.

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That is, when a man can already lift a submachine gun, he can already be a soldier.

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We know that in many progressive countries of the world, for example, in Central Africa,

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they have been fighting for 12-14 years.

Transcription of the video in Ukrainian:

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Можна доречно знизити мобілізаційний вік, якщо це буде необхідно?

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Якщо це буде необхідно, якщо країна буде на грані знищення,

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то мобілізаційний вік можна знижувати хоч до 14 років.

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Тобто, коли чоловік вже може підняти автомат, він вже може бути солдатом.

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Ми знаємо, що в багатьох прогресивних країнах світу, наприклад, в Центральній Африці,

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воюють вже років 12-14.

When did the event happen: 2024/10/22