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Serbia Reinstates 75-Day Compulsory Military Service

Sep 14, 2024, 02:05 PM

Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić has approved the reinstatement of compulsory military service, which will last 75 days. Vučić announced this decision on Saturday during a graduation ceremony for young officers, expressing confidence that the government will support his decision. The ceremony saw cadets being promoted to the rank of first officer.