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Up to eight years in prison: Ukrainians reminded about criminal liability for spreading false information regarding mobilization.

The publication from the Ground Forces highlights that the spread of false information, which incites panic and undermines trust in the Armed Forces of Ukraine, has become more frequent. The military reminded that spreading fake news about mobilization is subject to criminal liability.
Up to eight years in prison: Ukrainians reminded about criminal liability for spreading false information regarding mobilization.

This was reported on the Facebook page of the Ground Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

The Armed Forces of Ukraine emphasize that the following actions are prohibited in the country: 

  • distorting or manipulating mobilization requirements, 

  • spreading false information that undermines security, 

  • making unfounded assessments of mobilization measures. 

Such actions only harm public trust in government institutions and the military, the armed forces point out.