France Launches Voluntary Military Service for Young Adults
Starting this academic year, France is set to introduce a voluntary military service program aimed at young individuals aged 18 to 25, marking a significant shift from the compulsory service suspended in 1997.
Editorial Staff
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France is reintroducing military service, but this time on a voluntary basis, targeting youth between the ages of 18 and 25.
This initiative comes after the suspension of compulsory military service in 1997, reflecting a new approach to national service.
Recruitment for the program is expected to commence at the beginning of the new academic year, with the official launch set for May 20, 2026.