The conscription age in the Iranian army has been lowered to twelve years.
According to information provided by Rahim Nadali, Deputy Commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps of Iran, the age for military conscription in the country has been lowered to 12 years. Zamin.uz reported on this matter.
This news was announced by Al Arabiya TV channel and sparked significant outcry within the international community. It has become known that children of this age may be recruited not only for regular military service but also for intelligence operations.
Furthermore, they serve at checkpoints of the "Basij" movement and can perform tasks such as preparing food for soldiers and providing first aid to those wounded in combat. Experts and international organizations are sharply criticizing this decision.
Because this practice is in direct contradiction with Iran's international obligations regarding the non-participation of children in armed conflicts. Involving children in combat duties at such a young age poses significant risks to their future and health.
At the same time, the situation in the region is becoming increasingly serious. The US Central Command confirmed that nearly 3,500 sailors and marines have arrived in the Middle East.
According to media sources, the United States is preparing for potential ground operations against Iran. This could further escalate tensions in the region and potentially lead to new conflicts.
Iran's new approach to recruiting children for military service and the enhanced US military presence have become one of the pressing issues on the international arena. The issue of protecting children's rights is now becoming not just a matter of domestic policy, but a key factor for security and peace.
How these processes will develop in the future and what impact they will have on stability in the region is a concern for us all.
