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Bribes, fake illnesses and forest routes: Ukraine busts draft-evasion schemes

Tymon Miller
 03.02.2026, 21:06
Medics reportedly issued unwarranted referrals for treatment off-base, after which soldiers did not return. (Facebook/SecurSerUkraine)
Medics reportedly issued unwarranted referrals for treatment off-base, after which soldiers did not return. (Facebook/SecurSerUkraine)

Draft-dodgers allegedly paid bribes from $3,000 to $16,500 each.