Germany recorded more than 12,000 military service refusals in eight months, raising questions over defence recruitment and European market risks.
Putin backed using citizens deemed fully unfit for military service in drone defence roles, a signal closely watched by UK and EU markets.
Belarus mandates conscription of unproductive farm workers to military service, stirring concerns over agricultural supply and market stability for UK and EU stakeholders.
Austria plans to extend mandatory military service to nine months, aiming to strengthen defence amid increased security threats affecting EU and UK interests.
Russia proposes expanding eligibility of convicted criminals for military contracts amid mobilization, raising concerns for UK and EU markets and sterling stability.
Germany’s military service refusals surged amid security concerns and conscription reforms, influencing UK-EU defense ties and London market outlooks.