Russian aggression prompts European debate on mandatory military service, challenging traditional views.
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Russia’s military aggression against Ukraine has altered Europe’s security framework, leading to public debate about reinstating mandatory military service in many countries, including Bulgaria, where President Rumen Radev advocated for it, sparking a discussion with Delian Peevski. Although the Ministry of Defense rejected conscription, discussions are ongoing regarding possible military training for a broader segment of society. While returning to military service has traditionally been a platform for populist nationalist parties in Europe, recent conflicts have changed this dynamic, leading to frequent media reports about countries like Romania reinstating it, though these often remain unrealized. The reality is that such a return is not simple and may not be feasible in its traditional form; for instance, Italy’s Matteo Salvini proposed universal military service amid nationalism and skepticism.
