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NYT: “Third World Coming” - After the Suleymani assassination, Americans are anxiously discussing the return of military draft

Short linkUntil recently, military registration was perceived by US citizens as a
 
simple formality. But everything changed after Washington liquidated the leading Iranian general, Kassem Suleimani, writes The New York Times. The tag “Third World” began to gain popularity in social networks, and many young Americans began to fear that the authorities would again make compulsory military service, the publication notes.
 
 
 
ReutersFor decades, American men over 18 have been registered with government agencies in the event of military conscription. In recent years, this action has become a simple formality and was mainly done “ for show, ” writes The New York Times.
NYT: “Third World Coming” - After the Suleymani assassination, Americans are anxiously discussing the return of military draft
 
But everything changed after one of the leading Iranian commanders Kassem Suleimani died in Baghdad as a result of an American air strike. The assassination of the general raised concerns about the possibility of a new war in the Middle East, and the often forgotten registration in the Armed Forces caused concern among many Americans.