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Conscientious objectors who oppose war for moral or religious reasons may apply for a special status. If approved, they could be assigned to non-combat roles or alternative national service such as healthcare work.
Students have historically been granted deferments, particularly if they are close to finishing degrees, although policies can vary depending on the scale of the conflict.
Workers in critical industries may also be redirected away from combat roles. Doctors, engineers, cybersecurity specialists and artificial intelligence experts could instead be placed in defense-related support positions.
Parents, primary caregivers and individuals facing significant family hardship could qualify for additional deferments as well.
