In Zakarpattia, a former battalion commander is suspected of aiding a subordinate in evading service

A former battalion commander in Zakarpattia and his subordinate have been notified of suspicion for assisting in evading military service. The female soldier did not perform her duties for almost two years while receiving over 1.5 million UAH in pay. The investigation revealed that the former commander was aware of her absence and assisted in covering it up from higher command.