Ukraine rolls out army reform plan as peace talks stall

Ukraine announced plans on Friday to carry out reforms of the army this summer to address problems with infantry shortages and the discharge of the longest-serving soldiers, four years into a grinding war with Russia in which talks have stalled.



Despite an initial influx of volunteers, Ukraine's military has been significantly outmanned throughout the war since Russia's full-scale invasion in 2022.



Manpower shortages have become an even more pressing issue as enthusiasm for service has waned amid reports of poor training and support, as well as heavy-handed draft officers.



"Now, in May, all key details will be finalised. In June, the reform will begin – and the first results must already be delivered in June," President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Telegram.