Overview
- Zelensky announced an army reform and requested a plan next week to start payouts in June.
- The plan sets a floor of 30,000 hryvnias for non-combat roles with much higher rates for combat duty.
- Infantry would get special contracts that pay 250,000 to 400,000 hryvnias based on completed combat tasks.
- The reform expands contract service with fixed terms and a path to phased discharge for mobilized troops this year with timelines still to be set.
- The Defense Ministry is drafting changes on mobilization, rules for unauthorized absence, and a clearer rotation and staffing model.