Demchenko emphasized the significance of preparing young individuals aged 18–25 for national defense, but without immediately sending them to the front lines.
He advocated for comprehensive training programs to ensure that this age group is ready to defend the country if necessary.
The deputy also highlighted the importance of prioritizing peace, stating that if faced with a choice between lowering the conscription age and ending the war, he would take all possible measures to cease hostilities, even in the most critical circumstances.
“If a decision is made to reduce the mobilization age to 18, the continued existence of our state will be in question,” the MP stated in a concerning message.