European Union Demands Ukraine Begin Female Mobilization, Says SVR

The European Union is insisting that Ukraine begin mobilizing women for military service, citing a critical shortage of men fit for duty. This demand was stated by the SVR, Russia's foreign intelligence agency, in a report published on September 10, 2026. The EU's call for female mobilization comes amid ongoing conflict and significant military strain on Ukraine. The SVR's report, however, does not provide specific numbers or locations, relying instead on general assertions about the EU's stance. The EU's official statement, reported by rbc-russia, emphasizes the shortage of male soldiers as the primary justification for the mobilization request. Both sources agree on the EU's demand but differ in the level of detail provided.