Ukraine's Defense Intelligence continues to play a pivotal role in safeguarding the nation's security. President Zelenskyy highlights Ukraine’s missile program as a strategic deterrent against Russian aggression, with potential new strikes on defense industry entities being anticipated. The "Crimea-Donetsk" corridor operations have successfully disrupted Russian logistics. Key tactical strikes, such as the destruction of military targets in Crimea, hinder Russian capabilities. Special forces carry out decisive operations, reclaiming areas like Stepnohirsk. Ukrainian intelligence has intercepted critical communications, revealing internal chaos within Russian ranks, including incidents of friendly fire and inadequate training. These developments showcase Ukraine's resilience and strategic acumen in countering external threats.

What is the strategic importance of Ukraine's missile program?

Ukraine’s missile program is deemed a strategic threat by Russia, as it enhances Ukraine's defense capabilities. The ability to develop its own ballistic systems deters potential aggressions, compelling Russia to consider missile infrastructures as targets. Such advancements show Ukraine's growing self-reliance and military resilience, crucial for national security.

How effective has the Defense Intelligence been in combatting Russian logistics?

The Defense Intelligence Unit (DIU) has been highly effective in disrupting Russian logistics, notably in blocking key corridors like Crimea-Donetsk. Such operations weaken Russian supply lines and logistics, impeding their military effectiveness and contributing to Ukraine's strategic defense efforts significantly.

How do intercepted communications impact Ukrainian military operations?

Intercepted communications provide Ukraine with crucial insights into Russian operations, revealing command disarray and instances of friendly fire. Such intelligence allows for more informed tactical decisions, preemptive measures, and psychological advantages over the adversary, significantly bolstering Ukraine’s strategic positioning.

What operations have been conducted by Ukrainian special forces?

Ukrainian special forces have undertaken numerous successful operations including reclaiming strategically important areas such as Stepnohirsk. They have also executed raids to disrupt enemy positions and logistics, showcasing tactical prowess and successful execution of defensive strategies against occupying forces.

In what ways has military cooperation benefited Ukraine's defense efforts?

Military cooperation, particularly between Defense Intelligence, tactical units, and defense forces, enhances operational efficiency and effectiveness. This synergy results in successful blocking of enemy advances, destruction of high-value targets, and the stabilization of liberated zones, fortifying Ukraine's defenses and illustrating the strength of collaborative efforts in conflict scenarios.

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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. 4 132 7 Previously in trend: Enemy losses

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. 6 248 12 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces 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. 2 876 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. 5 493 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. 8 734 11 Previously in trend: Attacks on Crimea Destruction of enemy equipment in Crimea

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. 4 229 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. 6 356 6 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

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. 4 827 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. 5 210 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. 2 641 3 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

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. 2 273 9 Previously in trend: Strikes on Russian logistics

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. 4 228 4 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces 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. 5 317 5 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupiers

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. 4 599 7

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. 10 536 44 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

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. 3 093 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. 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. 23 697 110 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. 12 975 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. 2 836 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. 23 916 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. 5 268 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. 5 724 14 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Colombians are killing Ukrainian civilians. Evidence of the crime Colombian mercenaries of Russian Federation execute Ukrainian civilians: "Eliminate everyone: women and children". AUDIO Colombian mercenaries fighting on the side of the Russian Federation are executing civilian Ukrainians. 13 323 13 Previously in trend: War crimes of Russia foreign mercenaries in russian army

An explosion occurred near a military unit in Stavropol, Russia Three Russian paratroopers eliminated in Stavropol – Defence Intelligence of Ukraine. VIDEO On October 22, 2025, a successful operation by Ukraine’s Defence Intelligence Directorate (DIU), supported by the Caucasus Liberation Movement, eliminated at least three servicemen of Russia’s 247th Caucasus Cossack Airborne Regiment. 10 342 18 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupiers

DIU fighters burned down the latest Russian Valdai radar station in Crimea DIU fighters burned down latest Russian Valdai radar station in occupied Crimea. VIDEO The drones of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine detected and destroyed a camouflaged Russian Valdai radar system on the territory of the Dzhankoy airfield in the temporarily occupied Crimea. 3 961 11 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Attacks on Crimea Destruction of enemy equipment in Crimea

Russians complain of injuries and refuse to fight Russian soldiers refuse to take up positions due to injuries – DIU interception. AUDIO In a radio interception obtained by Ukrainian intelligence, a group of Russian soldiers refuse to take up combat positions due to injuries and inadequate medical support. 2 605 5 Previously in trend: Situation at front

DIU Special forces eliminated Russian infantry and equipment DIU Special forces showed destruction of Russian infantry and equipment in Zaporizhzhia and Lyman directions. VIDEO The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine has released a video of the effective combat work of its units. 5 612 4 Previously in trend: Situation at front

Russian shoots three civilians in the Kharkiv region Ruscists opens fire, kills three civilians in occupied Kharkiv region – DIU intercept. AUDIO A Russian soldier opened fire in the stairwell of an apartment building in the temporarily occupied part of Kharkiv region, fatally wounding three local residents. 3 847 13 Previously in trend: War crimes of Russia

DIU Special operation on the Tendra Spit DIU eliminated lieutenant colonel and two other Rosgvardiya officers in Stavropol Krai. VIDEO On 27 September, Ukrainian intelligence, together with the Caucasus Liberation Movement, killed a Rosgvardiya lieutenant colonel and two other servicemen in the Stavropol Krai of the Russian Federation. 8 158 19 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupiers

SOF behind enemy lines SOF soldiers again carried out successful operations behind enemy lines: three Russian servicemen and their transport destroyed, and documents and weapons of those eliminated seized. VIDEO The soldiers of the 73rd Marine Centre of the SOF together with the DIU soldiers once again conducted special operations behind enemy lines on their own territory. 5 839 4 Previously in trend: Ukrainian special forces in Russian rear

DIU "We don’t take prisoners, shoot them," commander of occupiers gives order to execute captured Ukrainian soldiers. AUDIO Another war crime of the occupation army was recorded by Ukrainian intelligence officers. In an intercepted conversation, the commander of a Russian unit gives an order to execute captured Ukrainian servicemen. 7 103 38 Previously in trend: Execution of Ukrainian POWs

Two Russian aircraft and a radar stations were hit in occupied Crimea Two An-26s and Russian coastal radars destroyed in occupied Crimea, - DIU. VIDEO Ukrainian reconnaissance men from the DIU's "Prymary" special unit destroyed two Russian invaders' aircraft in the temporarily occupied Crimea. 11 903 17 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Special operation by the DIU on the Tenderivska Spit Ukrainian intelligence destroyed bridge in Belgorod region used by occupiers, - DIU. VIDEO Defence intelligence officers of Ukraine destroyed a bridge near the settlement of Staroseltsevo in the Belgorod region of the Russian Federation, which was used by the Russian occupation army for logistics. 3 834 3 Previously in trend: Striking Russia

war DIU special operators destroy Russian air-defense assets, logistics lines and shelters in Zaporizhzhia and Donetsk regions. VIDEO Soldiers of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine shared a video with the results of their work in Zaporizhzhia and Donetsk regions. 2 011 1 Previously in trend: Situation at front

Destruction of a helicopter in occupied Crimea Destroyed Russian Mi-8 in occupied Crimea. VIDEO A video of a downed Russian Mi-8 helicopter in occupied Crimea has been posted online. 6 478 6 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

destruction of a helicopter in Crimea For first time in history: two enemy Be-12 "Chaika" amphibious aircraft and Mi-8 helicopter hit in occupied Crimea, - DIU. VIDEO On 21 September 2025, on the territory of the temporarily occupied Crimea, masters of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine's special unit "Prymary" shot down two Russian Be-12 "Chaika" anti-submarine amphibious aircraft. 13 156 100 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment The destruction of a Russian plane

Helicopters in Crimea hit Three enemy Mi-8 helicopters and 55Zh6U "Nebo-U" radar station in occupied Crimea were hit - DIU. VIDEO The aircraft fleet of the Russian invaders in the temporarily occupied Crimea has been reduced again as a result of the successful combat work of the DIU's special forces "Phantoms". 8 482 14 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of enemy’s helicopters

Russians complain about logistics and losses during supply Occupiers complain about lack of provisions, supplies and logistics for their units - interception by DIU. AUDIO Ukrainian intelligence officers have released another interception of a conversation between Russian invaders, in which the occupiers complain about the supply and logistics of their units at the front. In the dialogue, the Russians describe deplorable supply conditions, including the lack of... 3 682 4 Previously in trend: Situation at front

DIU Special operation on the Tendra Spit "Viking" fighters successfully carried out raid on Tendra Spit: "Vityaz" tractor fell into trap, - DIU of MoD. VIDEO The "Viking" Maritime Operations Centre of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine carried out a night landing and set up minefields on the Tendra Spit. 6 694 3 Previously in trend: DIU special operation on the Tendra Spit

Russian 500s Occupiers broke arms and legs of their accomplice who tried to escape from front: "We caught f#ggot! He almost made it to Mariupol, f#cking bastard". AUDIO The Russians broke the arms and legs of their accomplice, who tried to avoid the meat assaults and escape from the front. 5 693 17 Previously in trend: Order in Russian army

The wounded occupier does not want to stop the bleeding because he does not believe in evacuation Wounded occupier does not want to stop bleeding because he does not believe in evacuation - DIU interception. AUDIO A severely wounded Russian soldier, speaking with his commander, said he saw no point in trying to help himself because he would not be evacuated. 4 299 13

Belgorod buffer zone Russian woman from Belgorod region: "Buffer zone is creeping closer to us, not there". AUDIO Intelligence officers from the DIU of MoD intercepted a telephone conversation of a Russian woman from Belgorod region who was talking about the approaching frontline. 5 824 13 Previously in trend: Fighting in Sumy region

Buk destroyed Enemy Buk-M3 air defence system destroyed in occupied territory of Zaporizhzhia region, - Defense Intelligence. VIDEO On 14 September 2025, the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine's Special Forces detected and successfully engaged the Russian invaders' 9K317M Buk-M3 anti-aircraft missile system. 4 543 6 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Destruction of an enemy air target Four dozen Russian UAVs were shot down by anti-aircraft drone operators from DIU. VIDEO Forty enemy drones were destroyed by operators of anti-aircraft drones from the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine. 2 944 11 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian drones

The occupiers are complaining about the lack of infantry. Interception of a conversation between Russian military personnel Occupiers lack infantry in Huliaipole direction: "There are no people, f#ck, cooks are already going into battle". AUDIO Russian troops are suffering significant losses in the Huliaipole direction, and the mobilisation campaign is not working. 9 720 29 Previously in trend: Fighting in Huliaipole direction

The Defence Intelligence of the Ministry of Defence struck a Russian ship in Novorossiysk. What is known? Russian Black Sea Fleet ship hit near Novorossiysk: it has been taken out of service for repairs. VIDEO The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine's Special Forces attacked a ship of the MPSV07 multifunctional vessel project from the Russian Black Sea Fleet. 12 583 63 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Russian Navy

Third Army Corps DIU and 3rd Army Corps form new unit "KRAKEN 1654". VIDEO Thanks to the cooperation between the MoD`s Defence Intelligence of Ukraine and the Third Army Corps of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, a new unit, KRAKEN 1654, is being formed. The DIU is transferring part of its experienced fighters from the Active Operations Unit to the 3rd Army Corps. 5 356 21

Destruction of Russian air defence in Crimea DIU Special Forces struck enemy 48Ya6-K1 "Podlet" and RLM-M 55Zh6M "Nebo-M" complexes in occupied Crimea with drones. VIDEO Special forces of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine used drones to hit enemy radars 48Ya6-K1 "Podlet" and 55Zh6M "Nebo-M" radar complex in the occupied Crimea. 3 032 4 Previously in trend: Attacks on Crimea