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International Legion Fighters (Photo: International Legion of Defense of Ukraine...

Together against Russian invaders. Foreigners were allowed to continue contract with the Armed Forces for up to 10 years

International Legion Fighters (Photo: International Legion of Defense of Ukraine/Facebook) to foreign volunteer fighters were allowed to continue their contract with the Armed Forces of Ukraine for up to 10 years during a special period. President Zelensky signed the relevant decree No. 545/2022 on August 1. Foreigners can now extend the service life of the Armed Forces from 1 to 10 years, but not more than until the age of military service is reached.

In addition, the military will be granted the right to annual leave with the preservation of cash, financial support and the provision of financial assistance for rehabilitation at the amount of monthly cash. The duration of the annual basic leave will depend on the years of service. Revocation from such leave is possible only in case of announcement of mobilization, introduction of martial law or state of emergency.

On February 27, Zelensky called on citizens of foreign states who are friends of Ukraine, to join the forces of terroboron. They formed a separate unit - the international legion of territorial defense of Ukraine. Politicians of a number of countries, including the United Kingdom and Lithuania, have declared support for citizens who wish to join Ukraine's protection.