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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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The occupiers’ last railway ferry in Kerch was neutralised by the GUR Last Russian railway ferry in occupied Kerch has been neutralised, - Defence Intelligence of Ministry of Defence. PHOTO Special forces from the Defence Intelligence have neutralised the last railway ferry used by Russian invaders in occupied Kerch. 9 008 57 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Occupiers are executing their own soldiers: details from the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defence Russians are systematically executing their own soldiers: "Man is no longer working with us, zero him". AUDIO Ukrainian intelligence officers have intercepted a conversation between the occupiers, which reveals that Russian commanders are systematically executing their own troops. 8 459 7 Previously in trend: Russian army

Ukrainian forces destroy Orion drones and aircraft in Crimea USF and DIU destroy 4 Orion UAVs, An-72P aircraft and Mech radar in Crimea. VIDEO Units of the Unmanned Systems Forces (USF) and the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine (DIU) destroyed four Orion UAVs, an An-72P transport aircraft, and a Mech radar system at the Kirovske airfield in temporarily occupied Crimea. 4 454 4 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Attacks on Crimea Drone operators Results of Unmanned Systems Forces units’ operations DIU special operations

In March, DIU fighters cleared a number of enemy positions following successful raids In March, DIU special forces carried out series of raids and cleared enemy positions in Zaporizhzhia region. VIDEO Soldiers from the Active Operations Department of the Defence Intelligence of the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine continue to carry out combat missions in the Zaporizhzhia sector. 2 336 0 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Drone operators

Strike on Bastion Defence Intelligence shows destruction of Russian Bastion system in Crimea: another one damaged, occupiers suffer losses. VIDEO On the night of 24 March, specialists from the Unmanned Systems Department of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine detected a column of ‘Bastion-M’ launchers in Crimea, which was moving towards its positions. 5 508 21 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Russians are being taken prisoner DIU soldiers captured two occupiers in Zaporizhzhia sector. VIDEO Soldiers from the "Stugna" unit, part of the "Timur Special Forces" of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine, captured two Russian Federation servicemen whilst carrying out stabilisation operations in the Zaporizhzhia sector. 4 097 1 Previously in trend: Fightings in the Zaporizhzhia direction

Zelenskyy says Russia to deploy UAV stations in Belarus Russia plans to deploy four UAV control stations in Belarus – Zelenskyy President Volodymyr Zelenskyy heard a report from Chief of the Main Intelligence Directorate Oleh Ivashchenko. 2 081 16 Previously in trend: Cooperation between Russia and Belarus

Ukrainian intelligence has revealed components of Russian attack drones War & Sanctions: DIU has revealed specifications of Russian "Lancet" and "Scalpel" drones Ukrainian intelligence has published detailed information about Russia’s "Lancet" and "Scalpel" loitering munitions, their components, and the foreign technologies used in their production. 3 787 11 Previously in trend: Russia increased UAV production Shahed upgrade

clearing the building DIU Special forces carried out successful clearance operation in Zaporizhzhia sector: occupiers were driven out of residential buildings. VIDEO The "Chimera" unit, part of the "Tymur Special Forces Unit" of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ukrainian Ministry of Defence, carried out a successful operation to clear one of the settlements in the Zaporizhzhia sector. This was reported by Censor.NET, citing the Main Intelligence Directorate’s press service. 5 754 4 Previously in trend: Fightings in the Zaporizhzhia direction

drone attack on a Russian boat DIU’s "Prymary" special unit destroyed latest "Valdai" radar station and two landing craft in occupied Crimea. VIDEO Specialists from the "Prymary" special unit of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ukrainian Ministry of Defence have carried out another series of successful operations to destroy the occupiers’ air defence and navigation systems on the temporarily occupied peninsula. This was reported by Censor.NET, citing the DIU’s press service. 5 229 9 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Russian commanders order the heads of their own dead soldiers to be cut off Occupiers leave bodies of their soldiers on battlefield and take only the heads – DIU interception. AUDIO Russian commanders are ordering their subordinates not to remove the bodies of killed soldiers from the battlefield, but to take only their heads and documents so that there is enough to identify them. 4 889 29 Previously in trend: Russian army

Strike on Russian ships Enemy railway ferry "Slavyanin" has been put out of action and vessel "Avangard" has been damaged, — DIU. PHOTOS During the night of 13–14 March 2026, operatives from the Active Operations Department of the Defence Intelligence of the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine carried out successful strikes against two military vessels belonging to the aggressor state. 9 058 24 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Where is Zolkin? Zhelezniak shared the details Ze-blogger Zolkin evading mobilization and taxes. VIDEO Popular blogger and interviewer Volodymyr Zolkin has been removed from military registration and is under the "protection" of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defence. 37 583 166 Previously in trend: Employee mobilization exemption

DIU offensive in Zaporizhzhia DIU units, in cooperation with Defence Forces, stopped enemy’s advance on Zaporizhzhia. VIDEO The Defence Intelligence, in cooperation with the Ukrainian Armed Forces, stopped the enemy's advance on Zaporizhzhia in its area of responsibility 2 896 11 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

Fighters from the Department of Active Operations cleared the enemy position and eliminated the occupiers. Special forces of DIU conducted sweep of enemy in vicinity of Stepnohirsk, Zaporizhzhia region. VIDEO Special forces of the Defence Intelligence of the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine destroy the enemy in close combat. 5 166 2 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Close-quarters combat Fightings in the Zaporizhzhia direction

The Russian Federation’s shadow fleet: DIU names 31 carrier vessels War&Sanctions: DIU revealed 31 vessels transporting Russian oil and gas On the War&Sanctions platform, the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has published information about tankers and gas carriers serving "Rosneft", "Surgutneftegaz", "Tatneft", and Russian LNG projects. 424 0 Previously in trend: Russia’s shadow fleet

German transistors in Russian drones: how Russia circumvents sanctions Russia receives German drone parts despite sanctions, - DIU Up to 12 transistors manufactured by Infineon Technologies are found in a single "Shahed/Geran" drone. 1 930 19 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia sanctions circumvention

Soldiers of the Main Intelligence Directorate Ghosts hit the occupiers’ equipment in the temporarily occupied Crimea DIU Prymary fighters destroy ADMGS, boat and Nebo-U radar system in Crimea. VIDEO Special operations forces of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine, the " Prymary" ("Ghosts"), destroyed a number of enemy equipment belonging to the occupiers in temporarily occupied Crimea. 1 865 7 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

HUR International Legion clears enemy positions near Stepnohirsk International Legion’s "Revanche" clears enemy positions near Stepnohirsk. VIDEO Fighters of the Tactical Group "Revanche" from the International Legion of the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine carried out a clearing operation of enemy positions on the outskirts of Stepnohirsk. 5 075 1 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Close-quarters combat Elimination of Russian occupiers

Drone attacks Russian radar station Defense Intelligence of Ukraine’s special unit "Prymary" destroys three enemy high-value radars and rare "Arctic" 9K332 Tor-M2DT air defense system. VIDEO Ukraine’s military intelligence continues to methodically dismantle the occupiers’ air defense system, making their positions vulnerable to further strikes. As reported by Censor.NET, specialists from the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine’s special unit "Prymary" ("Ghosts") showcased the results of their hunt in late January. 2 835 6 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Russia plans anti-Ukrainian actions in Europe during the Munich Security Conference Russia plans anti-Ukrainian actions in Europe during Munich Security Conference, - DIU Russia plans to use a network of so-called "pacifist" organizations in Europe to conduct information and street campaigns during the Munich Security Conference on February 13–15, 2026. 731 3 Previously in trend: Propagandist actions of Russia Kremlin’s narratives Munich Security Conference 2026

Occupier Zotov eliminated Defence forces eliminated Russian war criminal Zotov "Psikh", who killed civilians and tortured prisoners, - DIU. PHOTO Ukrainian defence forces have eliminated a Russian war criminal. At one of the positions of the occupying forces, special forces of the DIU of the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine discovered the body of Sergei Zotov, born on 15 October 1990, a citizen of the Russian Federation involved in the murder of civilians and the abuse of Ukrainian prisoners of war. 12 290 30 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Russian mercenary from Kenya eliminated Russian mercenary from Kenya eliminated in Donetsk region, - DIU. PHOTOS At one of the positions of the Russian occupation forces, military intelligence officers discovered the body of Clinton Nyapara Moges, a citizen of the Republic of Kenya, born in 1997. 5 374 48 Previously in trend: foreign mercenaries in russian army

The shadow fleets of Russia, Iran and Venezuela Defence Intelligence exposed 66 vessels of "shadow fleet" of Russian Federation, Iran, and Venezuela The Defence Intelligence of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has published data on 66 ships belonging to the "shadow fleet" of Russia, Iran, and Venezuela. 844 7 Previously in trend: Russia’s shadow fleet

The SBU detained a Belarusian spy in Kyiv who was trying to "integrate" into the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine. Belarusian KGB spy tried to "integrate" into Main Intelligence Directorate of Ministry of Defence of Ukraine. She was detained in Kyiv – Security Service of Ukraine. PHOTOS The Security Service of Ukraine, together with the Internal Security Department of the Main Intelligence Directorate (HUR) of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine, prevented a Belarusian KGB agent from infiltrating units of Ukraine’s Defense Forces. 15 124 39 Previously in trend: spying in favor of Russia

Destruction of a Russian Shahed with an R60 missile Tech response: Ukrainian F7 LITAVR drones intercept Shaheds armed with R-60 air-to-air missiles. VIDEO Air defense units have learned to counter "Shaheds" fitted with a missile by using Ukrainian-made F7 LITAVR interceptor drones. 13 208 10 Previously in trend: Ukrainian Air defence Shahed upgrade

Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha Sybiha called on international partners and IAEA to take measures to prevent Russian strikes on nuclear power plant substations Russia plans dangerous strikes on substations that supply electricity to Ukrainian nuclear power plants. 1 737 29 Previously in trend: Attacks on the energy sector Russian strikes on NPP substations

Zelenskyy and Ivashchenko There is sufficient information about Russian Federation preparing new attacks on our energy sector and infrastructure, - Zelenskyy President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy listened to a report by the head of the Defence Intelligence, Oleh Ivashchenko, on the tasks set for the Russian army. 4 962 114 Previously in trend: Russia’s plans for Ukraine

The IAEA reported an explosion of a drone near the South Ukraine Nuclear Power Plant Energy blackmail: Russia is considering options for striking Ukraine’s nuclear power plant substations, - DIU Russia, the aggressor state, is considering options for attacks on power transmission substations that supply Ukraine's nuclear power plants. Such actions are part of a pressure campaign aimed at forcing Kyiv to accept unacceptable terms for ending the war and weakening Ukraine's support from its partners. 7 262 67 Previously in trend: Russian strikes on NPP substations

Pavel familiarised himself with samples of DIU weapons Magura marine drones, Liut and Bober UAVs: Czech President Pavel reviews DIU weaponry samples The President of the Czech Republic, Petr Pavel, was shown the combat capabilities and innovative potential of Ukraine's military intelligence. 2 236 5 Previously in trend: Petr Pavel arrived in Ukraine sea drones

Russia uses foreign equipment to produce weapons Russia uses at least fifty foreign machines for weapons production, circumventing sanctions - DIU’s data The Defence Intelligence of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine publishes information on 50 items of foreign technological equipment used by Russian enterprises cooperating in the production of weapons and military equipment in the "Tools of War" section of the War&Sanctions portal. 770 5 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

Kadyrov on his deathbed Kadyrov’s kidneys have failed, he is in hospital, according to media reports citing sources in DIU Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov has been hospitalized due to serious health problems—according to available information, he has suffered kidney failure. 12 482 121 Previously in trend: Kadyrov threats

enemy DIU intercepted order from ruscist to kill Ukrainian POWs: "We are not taking anyone prisoner. Everyone must be f#ck#d up and killed". AUDIO Russian commanders give criminal orders to shoot Ukrainian prisoners of war. 3 812 1 Previously in trend: War crimes of Russia Execution of Ukrainian POWs

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. 6 808 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. 5 972 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. 14 839 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. 8 733 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. 7 731 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. 10 025 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. 27 353 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. 5 964 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. 3 227 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. 4 358 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. 12 295 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. 3 776 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. 10 707 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. 15 353 209 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. 13 052 53 Previously in trend: Hostilities in Lyman sector