An 80-year-old Ukrainian man turned up for conscription today with a briefcase containing a pair of pants, a toothbrush and a few sandwiches for lunch.
The pensioner, who has not yet been identified, was picture carrying a small suitcase with him as he turned up at his local army barracks.
He wanted to sign up to join the efforts of his fellow countrymen and was reported to have said he was taking part in the fight for his grandchildren’s future.
