Our World

Season 17, Episode 18

Episode Title: Ukraine's Draft Dodgers

Air Date: 2023-10-21

Overview:

Thousands of Ukrainian men have joined the call to fight for their country since Russia's invasion in February last year. But what of those who decided military service was not for them? Our World investigates how many Ukrainians have dodged the call-up, why they don't want to stay and fight and hears from the border guards who come face to face with these so-called draft dodgers on a daily basis.