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The Defense Intelligence of Ukraine (DIU) has been effectively targeting key enemy assets amid ongoing conflict. Recent highlights include a successful operation in Melitopol, where at least four ruscists were eliminated by an explosion. In occupied Crimea, the special forces unit "Prymary" destroyed multiple enemy air defense systems, underlining the unit's precision and capability. Additionally, a monument was unveiled to commemorate the "Baba Yaga" drone, a symbol of resilience. These actions, along with thwarted assassination attempts in Kyiv and strategic operations in Lipetsk, showcase the DIU's diverse and impactful initiatives. Utilizing advanced intelligence tactics, the DIU continues to disrupt and dismantle enemy operations, maintaining pressure on the occupiers and strengthening Ukraine's operational advantage on multiple fronts.

What are the key operations by the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine?

The Defense Intelligence of Ukraine (DIU) has conducted significant operations in occupied regions like Melitopol and Crimea, targeting enemy air defense systems, and conducting strategic assaults. Notable missions include attacks on Russian airfields, tactical eliminations in Melitopol, and thwarting planned assaults by enemy forces. Such operations are part of a broader strategy to weaken and dismantle opposition forces.

How is the DIU impacting the situation in Crimea?

The DIU has significantly impacted Crimea by executing precise strikes against Russian infrastructures, including air defense systems and radar installations. The special forces unit "Prymary" is instrumental in these operations, having successfully targeted enemy radar stations and aviation assets, thereby disrupting Russian military operations and boosting Ukrainian strategic advantage on the peninsula.

What role does intelligence play in Ukraine’s defense strategy?

Intelligence plays a vital role in Ukraine's defense strategy, providing actionable insights that inform military operations and strategic decisions. The DIU uses intelligence to identify enemy weaknesses and execute targeted strikes, thereby maximizing operational impact and minimizing collateral damage. Intelligence operations also uncover plots and tactics of opponents, enabling preemptive actions that safeguard Ukrainian interests.

Has the DIU been successful in preventing enemy operations?

The DIU has successfully thwarted numerous enemy operations, including assassination attempts and reinforced enemy positions. By leveraging tactical interceptions and real-time intelligence, the DIU prevents adversary advances, dismantles networks within occupied territories, and ensures operational readiness against enemy contingencies, thereby maintaining the upper hand in Ukraine’s defense scenarios.

What recent achievements has the DIU accomplished in occupied territories?

Recent achievements by the DIU in occupied territories include disrupting Russian communications, destroying high-value targets such as air defense systems and combat aircraft, and capturing strategic positions that enhance Ukraine's tactical advantage. These operations demonstrate the DIU's capability to perform complex missions under challenging conditions and continue to exert pressure on enemy forces in critical zones.

How does the DIU commemorate its successes and assets?

The DIU commemorates its successes and assets by honoring symbolic contributions, such as the unveiling of a monument to the "Baba Yaga" drone in the Kyiv region. This drone became emblematic of resistance and innovation, reflecting the DIU's commitment to recognize and celebrate key technological triumphs and their role in Ukraine's defensive efforts during the ongoing conflict.

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DIU reconnaissance officers entered the rear of the occupiers in Zaporizhzhia: details of the operation Fighters from DIU’s "Bratstvo" unit entered enemy’s rear in Zaporizhzhia: two ruscists were eliminated, there are prisoners. VIDEO The DIU shared details of a special operation carried out by fighters in the Zaporizhzhia direction, who penetrated deep into the rear of the Russian forces. 6 632 7 Previously in trend: DIU special operations

HUR First Line unit clears area, captures Russians in Zaporizhzhia First Line special operations soldiers of DIU of MoD captured occupiers in Zaporizhzhia direction. VIDEO Fighters of the First Line unit, part of the Timur Special Unit of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine, carried out a special operation to clear the area of occupiers in the Zaporizhzhia direction. 5 743 5 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces captured occupiers

The Main Intelligence Directorate eliminated the occupiers of the 47th missile brigade in the Krasnodar Krai of the Russian Federation. Personnel of Russia’s 47th Missile Brigade were blown up in KamAZ truck in Krasnodar Krai, DIU of MoD says. VIDEO An explosion occurred in Russia’s Krasnodar Krai, resulting in casualties among servicemen of the 47th Missile Brigade of the Russian Armed Forces. 14 493 19

Ivashchenko Foreign Intelligence Service head Ivashchenko to lead DIU – Zelenskyy Effective today, Head of the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine Oleh Ivashchenko will carry out tasks aimed at limiting Russia’s military potential as head of the Main Intelligence Directorate (DIU) of the Ministry of Defence, replacing Kyrylo Budanov. 8 626 65 Previously in trend: Ukraine Intelligence Staff changes

Ivashchenko may replace Budanov as HUR chief – Zhelezniak Foreign Intelligence Service head Ivashchenko likely to lead DIU instead of Budanov. "He’s Yermak’s man," Zhelezniak says Head of the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine, Oleh Ivashchenko, is likely to take over the Main Intelligence Directorate (DIU) of the Ministry of Defence instead of Kyrylo Budanov. 7 626 55 Previously in trend: Staff changes

DIU Half million video: special operation by Defence Intelligence to save the life of RVC commander Kapustin. VIDEO In order to save the life of the commander of the Russian Volunteer Corps, part of the Timur Special Forces Unit of the Defence Intelligence of the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine, and to expose the enemy's spy network, military intelligence officers carried out a complex multi-stage special operation, during which his death was staged. 9 816 18 Previously in trend: Kapustin is alive

Kapustin is alive. RVC commander Denis Kapustin alive as DIU operation foils Russian assassination plot. VIDEO Russian Volunteer Corps (RVC) commander Denis Kapustin is alive, and the half a million dollars received for his elimination will strengthen DIU special units. 27 064 96 Previously in trend: Kapustin is alive

Intelligence eliminated four occupiers in Melitopol: what is known? At least four ruscists eliminated in occupied Melitopol, - DIU of Ministry of Defence. VIDEO An explosion rocked the temporarily occupied city of Melitopol, killing at least four Russian invaders. 5 880 6 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupiers

diu DIU masters of "Prymary" destroyed enemy air defence systems in occupied Crimea. VIDEO On Christmas Eve, specialists from the Ukrainian Ministry of Defence's special forces unit "Prymary" visited the temporarily occupied Crimea and destroyed a number of valuable targets belonging to the Russian invaders. 3 125 6 Previously in trend: Destruction of enemy equipment in Crimea

Vyshneve, monument DIU expresses its gratitude: monument to legendary "Baba Yaga" drone unveiled in Vyshneve, Kyiv region. PHOTOS On 23 December 2025, a monument to the legendary drone "Baba Yaga", which became a symbol of horror for the occupiers during the Russian-Ukrainian war, was unveiled in the city of Vyshneve in the Kyiv region. 4 283 11 Previously in trend: Baba Yaga Drone Monument

The FSB planned the murder of a DIU officer in Kyiv: what is known? FSB hitman tried to kill DIU officer in Kyiv, - SSU. VIDEO&PHOTOS In Kyiv, a contract killing of an officer of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defence was prevented. 12 164 49 Previously in trend: attempted murder

The Main Intelligence Directorate showed exclusive footage of the fighting in the Pokrovsk direction in November. Special operation of Main Intelligence Directorate in November: exclusive footage of battles in Pokrovsk direction. VIDEO The Defense Intelligence of Ukraine (HUR) has released footage of a special operation carried out in the Pokrovsk direction. 3 547 4 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Russian Su is on fire Operation by DIU and resistance movement: enemy Su-30 and Su-27 fighter jets burned down at airfield near Lipetsk. VIDEO On the night of 20 to 21 December 2025, a fire broke out at a Russian military airfield near Lipetsk, two expensive enemy Su-30 and Su-27 fighter jets were on fire. 10 226 22 Previously in trend: Russia lost aircraft The destruction of a Russian plane

DIU: the main reason for problems with mobilization is internal errors Ukraine itself destroyed mobilization due to failed media campaign, - Budanov Ukraine's main mistake was its unsuccessful media campaign on mobilization, while the influence of the Russian Federation is being overestimated. 15 207 209 Previously in trend: Failure to fulfil mobilisation plan Mobilisation in Ukraine

What is happening on the front line on 18 December? Summary from the General Staff Russian regiment eliminated in Lyman direction. VIDEO The Third Army Corps and the DIU of the Ministry of Defence conducted a joint assault in the Lyman direction, eliminating a regiment of the Russian Federation army and improving the tactical position of Ukrainian forces. 12 908 53 Previously in trend: Hostilities in Lyman sector

crimes of the Russian army Russian recounts "exploits" of "SMO heroes" in Belgorod region: "Two men were killed, woman was raped, and money was stolen". AUDIO Ukrainian intelligence officers have released an intercepted telephone conversation in which a resident of the Belgorod region of the Russian Federation talks about serious crimes committed by Russian servicemen against the civilian population. 8 775 12 Previously in trend: Crimes of the occupiers on the territory of the Russian Federation

Shahed drones with missiles on board: DIU reveals details "Geran" with missile on board: DIU revealed details of new modification of Russian UAVs. PHOTOS Russian invaders are launching "Geran-2" "E "series UAVs equipped with R-60 air missiles at Ukraine. 7 915 43 Previously in trend: Shahed upgrade

Special forces of the Defence Intelligence struck Russian radar stations in the temporarily occupied Crimea "Prymary" of DIU destroyed two Russian radar stations in Crimea, which are part of S-400 air defence system. VIDEO On 13 December 2025, specialists from the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine of the Ministry of Defence's special forces unit "Prymary" destroyed two expensive enemy radar systems as part of their ongoing operations in the temporarily occupied Crimea. 3 016 3 Previously in trend: Attacks on Crimea Shellings from Crimea

Special forces of the DIU carried out combat operations to destroy the enemy in November in the Pokrovsk direction. Special forces of Defence Intelligence carried out assault operations in Pokrovsk direction. VIDEO Fighters from the 6th Special Operations Unit of the Defence Intelligence demonstrated assault operations in the Pokrovsk direction. 8 193 6 Previously in trend: Destruction of the occupiers Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Elimination of Russian occupiers

destruction of Russian aircraft in Crimea DIU prymary An-26 transport aircraft and two radar stations: DIU "Prymary" in Crimea burned down another set of expensive targets belonging to occupiers. VIDEO On 10-11 December 2025, there was another commotion in the temporarily occupied Crimea: the invaders were preparing to take off in a multi-purpose military transport aircraft An-26 and had even started the engines, but the crew of the Russian occupiers were strictly prohibited from carrying out the illegal flight by the masters of the special unit of the DIU of the Ministry of Defence, "Prymary" — they struck a filigree blow to the left turboprop. 6 960 21 Previously in trend: Attacks on Crimea

Intelligence has released a new interception of a conversation between Russian women More and more occupiers dying in ’meat assaults’ – intelligence intercept. AUDIO Ukraine’s military intelligence has released a new intercepted call that shows the real situation on the front-line positions of Russian occupation forces. 3 993 7 Previously in trend: Enemy losses

Russia steps up activity in Transnistria: what is known? Russia is sending special service agents to Transnistria and launching drone production, - media Russia is urgently stepping up its activities in the unrecognized Transnistria region in order to divert Ukraine's resources. 2 479 14 Previously in trend: Military presence of RF in Transnistria Provocations from Transnistria

DIU fighters blew up a car with Russian military personnel from the 76th Airborne Assault Division of the Russian Armed Forces DIU and Resistance Movement blew up car with occupiers in Kherson region. VIDEO On 6 December 2025, as a result of an operation by the Active Operations Department of the Defence Intelligence of the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine and the Resistance Movement in the Kherson region, two occupiers and their vehicle were eliminated. 5 952 12 Previously in trend: Destruction of the occupiers Elimination of Russian occupiers

DIU destroyed the beech tree Enemy "Buk-M3" destroyed in occupied territory of Zaporizhzhia region, - DIU. VIDEO On 6 December 2025, on the occasion of the Day of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, specialists from the Ghosts special forces unit of the Defence Intelligence of the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine tracked down and successfully struck an enemy Buk-M3 anti-aircraft missile system. 2 642 1

Destruction of Russian targets DIU’s "Prymary" unit destroys eight strategic occupiers’ targets in Crimea in two weeks. VIDEO Operators from the Prymary special unit of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine (DIU) of the Ministry of Defence have carried out a series of precision strikes on military infrastructure targets on the temporarily occupied peninsula over the past two weeks. 5 373 15

Destruction of a Russian aircraft in Crimea Defence Intelligence of Ukraine destroys Russian MiG-29 fighter jet in occupied Crimea. VIDEO On 4 December, fighters from the Prymary special unit of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine (HUR) of the Ministry of Defence struck a Russian MiG-29 multirole fighter jet at the Kacha military airfield in temporarily occupied Crimea. 8 428 11 Previously in trend: Attacks on Crimea Destruction of enemy equipment in Crimea

Clash between the Main Intelligence Directorate and the military over the Zhovten sanatorium: details Defense Intelligence of Ukraine fighters barricade themselves inside seized Zhovten sanatorium in Koncha-Zaspa – media An armed confrontation broke out in Koncha-Zaspa between representatives of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine (DIU) and servicemen of military unit A4005. According to law enforcement, the intelligence officers entered the premises of the Zhovten sanatorium and briefly took ten servicemen prisoner. DIU insists it was acting on court rulings, as the property has been seized. 60 485 223

Enemy air defence destroyed Enemy S-300V SAM launcher and two Niobiy-SV radars destroyed – Defence Intelligence of Ukraine. VIDEO On November 29, 2025, drones operated by the Active Operations Department of the Main Intelligence Directorate (HUR) of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine once again targeted Russian air-defense radars and missile launchers in occupied Donbas. 4 037 4 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Destruction of occupiers in Berdiansk Group of Russian guards in Berdiansk hit: 5 - "200", 4 - heavy "300", "Tigr" and two pickups damaged, - DIU. VIDEO On 19 November 2025, at 10:20 p.m. Kyiv time, Russian invaders gathered under a propaganda billboard at the entrance to the temporarily occupied Berdiansk in Zaporizhzhia region. Their leisurely conversation was interrupted by a powerful explosion. 6 150 6 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

Defence Intelligence destroyed the special communications terminals of the Russian Federation military Network of secure special communications terminals belonging to Russian military along front line has been exposed and destroyed, - DIU. MAP The Defence Intelligence of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine exposed and destroyed a network of special secure communication terminals belonging to the Russian military along the front line with Ukraine and in Africa, and also published a map. 6 449 31 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

drone GUR Crimea helicopter DIU "Prymary" unit destroys Ka-27 helicopter and Russian radars in Crimea. VIDEO Occupation forces in Crimea have again suffered serious losses - the special forces unit "Prymary" of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine carried out a successful operation on the territory of the temporarily occupied peninsula. 4 669 7 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Russian aviation "Eight bombs in 11 days": Russian aviation keep chaotically dropping munitions on Belgorod region. VIDEO In an intercepted conversation by Ukrainian intelligence, a resident of Russia’s border Belgorod region talks about new explosions and fires at various sites across the region. 5 073 13 Previously in trend: Striking Russia

The special unit of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine, Primary, destroyed three air defence units in Donbas. DIU of MoD "Prymary" destroyed three units of occupiers’ air defence in Donbas. VIDEO The special unit of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine, "Prymary," conducted a special operation to destroy enemy air defence systems in Donbas. 2 496 3 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Zelenskyy met with Ukraine’s defense and security leaders Zelenskyy met with Ukrainian defense and security officials: Russia failed to meet Putin’s deadline for capturing Pokrovsk and Kupiansk President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting with key leaders from across Ukraine's defense and security sector. 3 519 60

Russian glide bombs Russia plans to produce up to 120,000 glide bombs by end of year – DIU Russia plans to produce up to 120,000 cheap glide bombs by the end of 2025, including 500 new munitions with a longer strike range. 3 661 38 Previously in trend: russia increases weapons production Shahed production in Russia

The resistance movement destroyed four Russian logistics facilities Resistance movement burns down communication towers and relay cabinet in Russia — military transport hampered - DIU. VIDEO The resistance movement continues to destroy the enemy's logistical infrastructure: four facilities providing communications and transport for the occupying army have been damaged on Russian territory. 2 126 9 Previously in trend: Strikes on Russian logistics

Strike on a petrochemical plant in Bashkortostan. What is known about the consequences? One of Russia’s key petrochemical plants attacked in Bashkortostan - DIU Ukrainian reconnaissance troops attacked a petrochemical plant in the Republic of Bashkortostan. 2 558 3 Previously in trend: Drone attack on Russian regions

Footage of GUR fighters clearing enemy positions in the Lyman direction DIU special unit "Artan" conducted clearance operation against occupiers in Lyman direction. VIDEO A video shared online shows the DIU special forces unit "Artan" storming and clearing enemy positions in the Lyman direction. 3 931 4 Previously in trend: Destruction of the occupiers captured occupiers Elimination of Russian occupiers

DIU destroyed the headquarters of the Russian Rubicon in Avdiivka Russian "Rubicon" headquarters hit in occupied Avdiivka: officers and UAV operators eliminated, - DIU. VIDEO Ukrainian intelligence officers discovered the headquarters of Russian occupiers from the "Rubicon" centre in a semi-destroyed building in occupied Avdiivka. 5 154 5 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupiers

Budanov and DIU soldiers in Pokrovsk DIU soldiers continue their operation in designated area of responsibility in Pokrovsk: fierce battles with the occupiers are ongoing. VIDEO+PHOTO The "Special Forces Unit Tymur" of the DIU of the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine continues its operation in one of the areas of Pokrovsk, Donetsk Oblast, which is important from the point of view of front-line logistics. Fierce battles with Russian occupiers are ongoing. 10 403 44 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

DIU operation in the territory of the Kakhovka Reservoir Clearing "grey zone" on territory of former Kakhovka Reservoir: DIU eliminated two ruscists. VIDEO Ukrainian reconnaissance troops carried out a successful reconnaissance and sabotage operation in the "grey zone" on the territory of the former Kakhovka Reservoir. 4 403 7

HUR soldiers destroyed Russian air defence facilities in occupied Crimea More Russian air-defense assets destroyed in occupied Crimea – DIU. VIDEO In the temporarily occupied Crimea, components of the Russian invaders' air defence system were destroyed. 2 976 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Attacks on Crimea

Special operation by the Main Intelligence Directorate in Pokrovsk Defence Intelligence of Ukraine fighters likely launched counteroffensive near Pokrovsk – The Economist. VIDEO&PHOTOS Special forces of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine are likely conducting counteroffensive actions near the city of Pokrovsk in the Donetsk region to restore key logistics routes. 23 295 110 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

OMON Lieutenant Colonel Mazzherin was liquidated in Russia Lieutenant Colonel Mazzherin of OMON, involved in war crimes in Kyiv region, has been eliminated, - DIU. VIDEO Russian OMON lieutenant colonel Veniamin Mazzherin, involved in war crimes during the occupation of the Kyiv region by Russian troops, was killed in the Kemerovo region of the Russian Federation. 12 804 50 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupiers

DIU attack in Donbas DIU’s "Prymary" destroyed two radar stations and S-300V launcher belonging to occupiers in Donetsk region. VIDEO Over the past two weeks, the DIU's special unit "Prymary" has been systematically destroying Russian air defence assets in Donbas. 2 683 4 Previously in trend: Situation at front

Elimination of Russian general’s son by KAB. GUR released video Son of Russian general Marzoev eliminated by KAB in occupied part of Zaporizhzhia region. VIDEO Ukrainian intelligence officers have released a video of the elimination of Vasilii Marzoev, the son of a Russian general who attacked residential areas in the Kherson region. 23 656 24 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupiers

radar destroyed in Crimea Three radars and an enemy landing craft in occupied Crimea were hit, - DIU. VIDEO Three radars and a landing boat of the Russian occupiers were damaged in Crimea. 5 109 25 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

DIU fighters destroyed three air defence systems of the occupiers in the temporarily occupied territories DIU burned down Russian air defence: minus three complexes in two days. VIDEO Soldiers of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine continue to destroy enemy equipment in the temporarily occupied territories of the Zaporizhzhia, Kherson regions and Crimea. 5 610 14 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment