Concerns over recruitment of teens in the fight against ISIL

July 29, 2015

Shia militia are trying to replenish heavy casualties in the fight against ISIL and have turned to teenage recruits

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Concerns over recruitment of teens in the fight against ISIL

The militia has launched a new obligatory service campaign for youth older than 13. Many families have become vocally critical of this decision, while some of opted to send their children abroad or into Kurdish areas.


 

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