Ukrainian Parliament condemns forced conscription as human rights violation

The Ukrainian Parliament has declared that the practice of forcibly detaining people for military service, known as "busification," violates human rights. This statement follows concerns about the negative impact on the state's image. The statement, made by the official account of the Verkhovna Rada, referenced an interview with the head of the National Security Committee. He emphasized the need for transparency and respect for human dignity to maintain public support for the military, advocating for alternative recruitment methods. The Parliament's statement highlighted the need to address the root causes of the practice, such as staffing shortages and legal shortcomings, while promoting recruitment centers and improved inter-agency cooperation.