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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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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. 9 031 24 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

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. 12 286 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. 5 371 48 Previously in trend: foreign mercenaries in russian army

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. 15 118 39 Previously in trend: spying in favor of Russia

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. 4 355 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. 12 292 49 Previously in trend: attempted murder

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. 8 200 43 Previously in trend: Shahed upgrade

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. 10 489 44 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

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. 23 514 110 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

DIU helped expose 22 torturers from a colony in Donetsk Oblast In cooperation with DIU, 22 war criminals have been identified — executioners from colony in Donetsk region have been charged. PHOTO Investigators of the National Police of Ukraine, together with specialists from the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine, have documented war crimes committed by the Russian occupiers and their accomplices in the Kalinin Correctional Colony in the temporarily occupied territory of the Donetsk region. 1 645 1 Previously in trend: High treason

war criminals of the Russian Federation DIU has released names of 13 Russian commanders involved in missile attacks on Ukraine. PHOTO The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine has released the names of Russian commanders involved in the planning and organisation of missile attacks on Ukrainian cities and civilian infrastructure. 3 145 12 Previously in trend: War crimes of Russia Investigation of Russian war crimes

Carney showed components of Russian weapons Canadian PM Carney shown components of Russian weapons. PHOTOS During a special event with the participation of the President of Ukraine and foreign ambassadors, specialists from the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine briefed Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on the technologies used by the Russian military-industrial complex in drones and missiles. 2 355 0 Previously in trend: Components for Russian weapons Carney’s visit to Ukraine

Budanov visited Zmiinyi Budanov inspected positions on Zmiinyi Island and gas platforms in Black Sea. VIDEO+PHOTOS The Chief of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine, Lieutenant General Kyrylo Budanov, checked the positions of the "Tymur Special Forces" fighters on Zmiinyi Island and gas production platforms in the Black Sea. 6 636 77 Previously in trend: Budanov visited Zmiinyi

Documents on the submarine Knyaz Pozharsky DIU obtained comprehensive classified data on Russian Federation’s latest nuclear submarine cruiser, Knyaz Pozharsky. DOCUMENT Specialists of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine have obtained classified internal documentation on Russia's newest submarine, the K-555 Knyaz Pozharsky strategic nuclear submarine of the 955A Borei-A project. 10 856 41 Previously in trend: Nuclear weapons

Defence Intelligence has released information about the commander of a Russian brigade Launching "Shahed" drones in Ukraine: details of Russian brigade commander Negruba revealed - DIU. PHOTO The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine has released information about a war criminal, Russian Armed Forces Lieutenant Colonel Ruslan Negrub, commander of a separate unmanned aerial vehicle brigade, the Cascade. 4 807 15 Previously in trend: Ukraine Intelligence

Children DIU hacked servers of "government of Crimea": thousands of documents on abduction of Ukrainian children found. DOCUMENT Ukrainian intelligence has received new evidence of the forced transfer of Ukrainian children to Russia. 3 907 9 Previously in trend: Abduction of children by Russia

Russian propaganda in the world War&Sanctions portal has added 16 more names to its list of Russian propagandists, - DIU. PHOTO The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine, together with the Centre for Countering Disinformation under the National Security and Defence Council of Ukraine, has updated the section "Kremlin's Mouthpieces" on the War&Sanctions portal. 3 945 3 Previously in trend: Russian propagandists and Z-volunteers

Western components in Russian weapons DIU provided diplomats with evidence of supply of Western components for production of weapons by Russian Federation. PHOTOS Experts from the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine presented Ukrainian and foreign diplomats with evidence of the supply of Western components for the production of Russian weapons. 3 098 43 Previously in trend: Components for Russian weapons Supply of foreign components for Russian military intustry

Kellogg was shown Western components in Russian weapons Kellogg was shown Western-made components in Russian weapons, - DIU of MoD. VIDEO+PHOTOS Specialists from the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine briefed US Special Envoy Keith Kellogg on Western-made components in Russian weapons. 9 128 18 Previously in trend: Kellogg’s visit to Kyiv

The Kremlin is spreading new fakes about Ukraine in Syria Kremlin tries to blame Ukraine for spreading radioactive materials in Syria – DIU. VIDEO+PHOTOS Russian special services conducted another information attack against Ukraine. In Syria, information is spreading about the alleged sale of military property "acquired" from the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine. The "military property," fabricated by Russians, is a cheaply assembled container containing capsules marked PU.94244U (plutonium) and U.92 (uranium). The content of the capsules is unknown. 12 424 35 Previously in trend: Russian disinformation against Ukraine

Denis Sheynov was involved in the strike on Okhmatdyt One of those responsible for preparing strike on the Okhmatdyt children’s hospital is Russian officer Sheynov, - DIU of MoD. PHOTO Ukrainian military intelligence has identified one of the Russian military personnel who took part in the preparation of a massive missile strike against Ukraine on 8 July 2024. In particular, the attack on the National Children's Specialised Hospital "Okhmatdyt" in Kyiv, where hundreds of seriously ill children were treated. According to Censor.NET, this was reported by the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine. 9 908 24 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kyiv

Modernised Iranian-made Shahed drones. What is known Russia is using Iranian-made "Shaheds" equipped with cameras and AI - DIU. PHOTOS Ukrainian intelligence has released data on the Shahed-136 strike UAV of the new MS series. 3 977 11 Previously in trend: Shahed upgrade

Evacuation of Ukrainians from Iran. Details from the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defence 31 Ukrainian citizens evacuated from Iran, - DIU. PHOTOS The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs evacuated 31 Ukrainian citizens from Iran. 2 182 12 Previously in trend: Israel’s strike against Iran Israeli attacks on Iran

Over a hundred Ukrainians evacuated from Israel 133 Ukrainian citizens evacuated from Israel, - DIU of MoD. VIDEO&PHOTOS We managed to evacuate 133 Ukrainian citizens from Israel. 3 346 50 Previously in trend: Israeli attacks on Iran

Mykhailo Hrytsai Collaborator and war criminal Mykhailo Hrytsai eliminated in occupied Berdiansk – DIU. PHOTOS On June 18, 2025, in temporarily occupied Berdiansk, Zaporizhzhia region, collaborator, state traitor, and war criminal Mykhailo Pavlovych Hrytsai was shot dead. 25 469 72 Previously in trend: Elimination of collaborators and traitors

The Main Intelligence Directorate has revealed how many Shaheds Russia produces per month Russia produces over 5,000 Shaheds per month, marking fivefold increase – DIU. INFOGRAPHICS Russia is now producing over 5,000 long-range drones per month, including 2,700 genuine Shahed-136/Geran-2 drones and the rest being decoy drones. This is five times more than in August 2024. 4 584 70 Previously in trend: Russia increased UAV production

DIU showed a new Russian UAV V2U Selects targets using AI: DIU publishes data on new Russian V2U strike UAV. PHOTO Ukrainian intelligence has released data on the design, electronic base and sources of supply of a new Russian V2U attack drone. 8 638 35 Previously in trend: Unmanned technologies

DIU, Syria Ukrainian woman with two children evacuated from Syria – DIU. PHOTO As a result of a complex evacuation mission carried out by the Defence Intelligence of  Ukraine in cooperation with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, on the instruction of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, a Ukrainian woman and her two children were rescued from the closed al-Roj camp in Syria. 3 493 14

DIU DIU received unique Sikorsky S-76A medevac helicopter from Canadian partners. VIDEO+PHOTOS The DIU servicemen received a Sikorsky S-76A medevac helicopter - the helicopter was transported from Canada as part of a charity initiative of Helijet International, Maple Hope Foundation and the Ukrainian World Congress. 9 626 28 Previously in trend: Medical aid for the wounded

Russian electronic warfare system Lorandit burned down in Kherson region Defence Intelligence of Ukraine: Occupiers’ Lorandit electronic warfare system burned down resistance movement in Kherson region. VIDEO&PHOTOS On the night of 29 March, the resistance movement in the Kherson region destroyed a Russian army truck with a Lorandit electronic warfare system installed on it. 3 880 12 Previously in trend: Lorandit electronic warfare complex destroyed

Car with Russian officers blown up in occupied Skadovsk Car with Russian officers exploded in occupied Skadovsk – DIU. PHOTO A car carrying Russian military exploded in the temporarily occupied Skadovsk. 7 351 33 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupiers

Budanov presents awards to LASKA cyber activists DIU: Budanov presents awards to cyber activists who cooperate with military intelligence. PHOTOS The Chief of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine Lieutenant General Kyrylo Budanov presented the Orders of Bohdan Khmelnytskyi of the III class to the cyber activists of the LASKA group. 3 495 5 Previously in trend: Awards for Cyber Activists

Russian Yevhen Bogdanov was killed in Berdiansk on 20 February: details from the GUR Russian war criminal Bogdanov eliminated in Berdiansk – Defence Intelligence of Ukraine. PHOTO On 20 February 2025, a grey Renault Duster car carrying the deputy head of the occupation military administration, Russian Yevhen Bohdanov, exploded on Vostochnyi Avenue in the temporarily occupied Berdiansk. 12 106 13

Russia is upgrading Shaheds to strike Ukraine: DIU reveals details Russia is establishing production of Shahed drones with turbojet engine and range of 2,500 km – DIU. PHOTOS Since the beginning of 2025, there have been a number of significant changes in the design of the Shahed-136. Russia is upgrading the drones it uses for almost daily attacks in Ukraine. 9 533 82

Chief of staff of occupation battalion was eliminated. Chief of staff of "Storm-Ossetia" battalion of invaders, Melnikov, and his driver were eliminated - DIU. VIDEO On 29 December 2024, on the Vasylivka-Tokmak highway in Zaporizhzhia, soldiers of the FPV unit of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine's Kraken active action unit eliminated the chief of staff of the Storm.Ossetia battalion (an assault unit of the 429th motorised rifle regiment of the Russian Armed Forces), Serhiy "Kama" Melnikov and his driver. 14 071 20

Hazard for the DIU DIU soldiers received unique unmanned aerial vehicle "Hazard". PHOTOS Soldiers of the DIU's MoD received New Year's gifts from the American charitable organization "Help Heroes of Ukraine" - a unique unmanned aerial vehicle "Hazard" and an HMMWV. 10 727 30

SSU operation: three captains of Russian army eliminated in Zaporizhzhia region Three Russian Army officers killed in Zaporizhzhia as result of HIMARS strike, - Defence Intelligence of Ukraine. VIDEO&PHOTOS Three senior officers of the Russian occupation troops were eliminated as a result of a successful operation by the Active Action Department of the Main Directorate of Defence Intelligence of Ukraine, the Security Service of Ukraine, the Unmanned Systems Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the "Tavria" operational grouping of troops. 16 943 31 Previously in trend: War

Russia uses foreign components for Molniya and Phoenix UAVs Russia uses foreign components for "Molniya" and "Phoenix" drones - DIU. PHOTO The Russian Molniya and Phoenix UAVs use components made in China and some Western countries, including Switzerland, the United States and the Netherlands. 1 749 4

північнокорейська ракета KN-23 Foreign components manufactured in 2023 were found in North Korean KN-23/KN-24 ballistic missiles - DIU. PHOTOS The KN-23/KN-24 missile used by Russia against Ukraine contained foreign components manufactured by companies from five countries - China, the United States, Japan, the United Kingdom and Switzerland. 4 487 36

Гербера імітує Шахед та містить західні компоненти Russian fake drones "Gerbera" have Chinese engine and foreign parts - DIU. PHOTO Russia is using Gerbera plywood drones against Ukraine, which are capable of carrying a warhead and conducting electronic reconnaissance. It has a Chinese engine and other Western components. 4 613 15 Previously in trend: War

Ліквідовано Дмитра Голенкова Russian Tu-22M3 pilot Golenkov, who fired missiles at Dnipro and Kremenchuk, was killed with hammer in apple orchard. VIDEO&PHOTOS On the morning of 20 October 2024, the corpse of Dmitry Golenkov, chief of staff of an aviation squadron of the Russian Army Aviation Group, was found in the apple orchard of the village of Suponevo near Bryansk in Russia. 84 894 319

ліквідовано окупанта Первуху УАЗ знищеного Первухи DIU confirms liquidation of Russian army officer Pervukha in Luhansk: his car was blown up. PHOTO On 18 October 2024, at about 11:40 a.m., a UAZ Patriot car exploded in the center of temporarily occupied Luhansk. An officer of the Russian occupation army, Major Dmytro Pervukha, was inside the car. 8 458 23

репортаж CNN про підрозділ безпілотників ГУР CNN shows work of DIU unit that conducts long-range drones strikes against Russia. PHOTO CNN received exclusive access to one of Ukraine's long-range drone units, which is part of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine. 9 321 2 Previously in trend: War

полонені орки на Харківщині They have cleared 400 hectares of forest and destroyed about regiment of occupiers, enemy’s situation near Lyptsi is hopeless - DIU on operation in north of Kharkiv region. VIDEO The DIU 's "Artan", "Kraken" and International Legion active action units conducted a complex successful operation to liberate a forest area located north of the village of Lyptsi, Kharkiv region. 6 669 5

У Києві з’явився мурал із Кирилом Будановим у ромашкову полі New mural with head of DIU Budanov appears in Kyiv. PHOTO A new mural dedicated to intelligence officers has appeared in Kyiv's Podil district. It depicts the head of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine Kyrylo Budanov. 9 582 78

Евакуація з Лівану Ukraine evacuates 68 more people from Lebanon, including 40 foreigners. PHOTOS Today, on 9 October, Ukraine evacuated another 68 people from Lebanon, including Ukrainians and citizens of 7 other countries. 1 683 9

У Бердянську ліквідували суддю-зрадника Ломейка Traitor judge Lomeiko is eliminated in occupied Berdiansk - DIU. PHOTOS In the temporarily occupied Berdiansk, a traitorous judge, Vitalii Lomeiko, was eliminated. 12 598 25 Previously in trend: War

олексій,коломєйцев Russian Armed Forces Colonel Kolomeytsev, involved in training of Shahed operators, eliminated in Russia - DIU. PHOTO On the night of 27 September, Russian army colonel Alexey Kolomeitsev, who headed the 924th State Centre for Unmanned Aerial Vehicles of the Russian Ministry of Defence, was killed in the Moscow region. 14 210 69

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