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The Territorial Centres of Recruitment and Social Support (TCR and SS) in Ukraine are currently undergoing significant scrutiny and proposed reforms. These centres are instrumental in the mobilization process for military service, yet face allegations of corruption, unlawful coercion, and rights violations. A prominent issue involves the illegal deletion of data from the Oberih register, as part of the ongoing Honest Conscription operation. Recent reports indicate up to 90% of mobilization cases violate citizens' rights. As incidents of violence and confrontations with law enforcement continue, a zero-tolerance policy against corruption is enforced. The Ministry of Defence has announced upcoming reforms intending to overhaul current recruitment methods, highlighting the urgent need for organizational changes within the TCR and SS framework.
What is the purpose of the TCR and SS in Ukraine?
The Territorial Centres of Recruitment and Social Support (TCR and SS) in Ukraine are responsible for managing the recruitment and mobilisation processes for military service. They play a key role in ensuring that conscription is implemented effectively and that all legal protocols are adhered to. However, they have been under scrutiny for various alleged violations including corruption and mistreatment of recruits.
What issues are TCR and SS currently facing?
TCR and SS centres are facing challenges related to allegations of corruption, unlawful recruitment practices, and violations of human rights. Recent reports have surfaced about illegal activities such as data manipulation and coercive tactics used during mobilization, prompting calls for significant reforms and improved oversight.
What actions are being taken to reform the TCR and SS?
The Ministry of Defence in Ukraine has announced plans to reform the TCR and SS systems. These reforms aim to address the organisational shortcomings currently affecting recruitment processes, improve transparency, ensure legal compliance, and restore public trust. Inspections and investigations are underway to tackle reported abuses and improve operational efficiency.
How has the Ukrainian government responded to recent TCR and SS incidents?
The Ukrainian government, through the Ministry of Defence and other bodies, has taken steps to address the issues within TCR and SS by initiating reforms and conducting investigations. There is a strong emphasis on eliminating corruption and rights violations, ensuring that recruitment procedures are lawful and standards are upheld across TCR and SS operations.
What are the major allegations against TCR and SS centres?
Major allegations against TCR and SS centres include corruption, illegal data manipulation, unlawful coercion, and violations of human rights. These centres have faced significant criticism due to reports of beating and detaining citizens unlawfully, as well as systemic issues in mobilization processes that compromise citizens' rights.
What outcomes are expected from the reform of TCR and SS?
Reforms of the TCR and SS are expected to lead to more transparent and efficient recruitment processes, improved legal adherence, reduced incidents of corruption, and restoration of public confidence. The planned overhaul aims to create a more ethical and accountable system that aligns with both national and international standards of human rights and military practices.
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Chief of Mykolaiv regional TCR, detained for bribery, remanded in custody: bail set at UAH 4.6 million The Tsentralnyi District Court of Mykolaiv has imposed a measure of restraint on the head of the Mykolaiv Regional Territorial Centre of Recruitment and Social Support (TCR and SS), who was detained the previous day while allegedly accepting a $10,000 bribe. 485 9 Previously in trend: Grafters Corruption in TCR
Head of Mykolaiv Regional TCR detained over $15,000 bribe for evading mobilisation – Prosecutor General Kravchenko. PHOTOS The head of the Mykolaiv Regional TCR and SS was detained while receiving another instalment of an undue advantage. According to the investigation, the official demanded and received a total of USD 15,000. 8 873 41 Previously in trend: Grafters Corruption in TCR
Audi driver hits TCR serviceman in Lutsk during document check and flees: he has been detained On 12 August, law enforcement officers in Lutsk detained a 40-year-old Audi driver who injured a serviceman from a Territorial Centre of Recruitment and Social Support (TCR and SS) during notification activities. 3 715 71 Previously in trend: Conflict with TCR Attack on the TCR
Head of Zakarpattia TCR suspended from post, large-scale inspection launched – Lubinets Following the Ombudsman’s first constructive meeting with the team of the new Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Mykhailo Drapatyi, an order was issued suspending the head of the Zakarpattia Regional TCR and SS from duty. The reason was widespread human rights violations and... 6 107 24 Previously in trend: Unlawful actions of the TCR Violation of human rights by TCR
Man attacks TCR servicemen with knife in Volyn region: one serviceman in serious condition An armed attack was carried out in Novovolynsk, Volyn region, against a group of servicemen from the Volodymyr District Territorial Centre of Recruitment and Social Support, who were conducting notification activities jointly with National Police officers. 3 614 145 Previously in trend: Attack on the TCR
There are now 13 suspects in case concerning unlawful detention and beating of men at Odesa TCR, - State Bureau of Investigation. PHOTO The State Bureau of Investigations has identified a further four employees of the district TCR in the Odesa region who are suspected of involvement in the unlawful detention of and violence against citizens. The number of suspects in the case has risen to 13. 2 824 30 Previously in trend: Unlawful actions of the TCR
76 charges against TCR heads and thousands of medical examinations cancelled – Tsutskiridze spoke about fight against evasion of mobilisation The National Police are stepping up their investigations to combat abuses within the TCR system, as well as in the process of issuing deferrals and the MMC’s findings. To date, 76 heads of TCR at various levels have been placed under suspicion; the legitimacy of deferrals granted to nearly 2,500... 10 593 74 Previously in trend: Corruption in TCR
Violations uncovered at Berehove District TCR in Zakarpattia: men from across Ukraine were being denied their lawful deferrals, - Lubinets During a monitoring visit to the Berehove District Territorial Centre for Recruitment and Social Support in Zakarpattia, a number of potential breaches concerning conscripts were identified. 8 459 60 Previously in trend: Violation of human rights by TCR
"Removal from register" of over 1,500 servicemen: two former officials of Mukachevo TCR taken into custody The Uzhhorod City and District Court ordered the former head of the Mukachevo Territorial Centre of Recruitment and Social Support (TCR and SS) and his subordinate to be held in custody without the right to bail. 3 101 30 Previously in trend: Corruption and mobilisation Mobilisation in Ukraine
Operation "Honest Draft": SBI exposed scheme to "write off" over 1,100 conscripts in Zakarpattia Officials from the State Bureau of Investigation uncovered a large-scale scheme in Transcarpathia to illegally remove conscripts from military registration. 7 022 60 Previously in trend: Corruption in TCR
Fedorov said he had proposed phased mobilisation model without "millions of people being sought" Former Ukrainian Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has announced that a concept for mobilisation reform is being developed. 12 269 192 Previously in trend: Mobilisation in Ukraine
Man who had suffered stroke was drafted in Poltava region: Lubinets has appealed to Ministry of Defense and is demanding investigation Ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets is calling for an investigation into the mobilization of a man in the Poltava region who was drafted into the Defense Forces despite having suffered a stroke and suffering from chronic illnesses. 5 813 82 Previously in trend: violations during mobilisation
Man opened fire on military personnel at TCR in Odesa: four injured, shooter detained. VIDEO+PHOTO (updated) In Odesa, an unknown individual opened fire on personnel from the Territorial Recruitment and Social Support Centre during during alerting events. Four servicemen were injured; the shooter is detained. 15 539 385 Previously in trend: Attack on the TCR
61 searches and 15 suspects: SBI releases interim results of Operation Honest Draft The State Bureau of Investigation has reported the interim results of Operation Honest Draft. 1 838 6 Previously in trend: Corruption in TCR
Lavrynenko, owner of Telegram channel "Trukha," failed to appear before MMC after receiving summons, - media The Kharkiv Regional TCR reported that Maksym Lavrynenko, the owner of the Telegram channel "Trukha," failed to appear at the MMC as summoned. According to the Lviv TCR, as of the end of July, he is not performing military service. 4 465 23 Previously in trend: Conflict with TCR
He stabbed her 17 times: man who killed doctor during MMC in Kyiv served notice of suspicion. PHOTOS A 31-year-old Kyiv resident has been served a notice of suspicion of murdering a military medical commission (MMC) doctor. 7 613 101 Previously in trend: Attack on doctor at TCR
First results of Honest Conscription operation: Kyiv TCR illegally deleted data from Oberih register for $2,500 – State Bureau of Investigation. PHOTO Illegal interference with the Unified State Register of Conscripts, Persons Liable for Military Service and Reservists (Oberih) has been uncovered during the large-scale Honest Conscription special operation. 9 412 26 Previously in trend: Corruption in TCR Oberih conscript register
Checks in TCR across country: General Staff declared zero tolerance for corruption The Armed Forces of Ukraine adhere to a zero-tolerance policy toward corruption and ensure a comprehensive, objective, and impartial investigation of every report of a possible violation. 9 441 29 Previously in trend: Corruption in TCR
Operation ’Honest Conscription’: SBI is conducting large-scale checks at the TCR and SS across Ukraine (updated). PHOTO On the morning of 30 July, staff from the State Bureau of Investigations launched large-scale inspections at regional and district-level recruitment and social support centres. 8 309 78 Previously in trend: Searches at TCR’s leadership
Man attacks MMC doctor with knife at Kyiv TCR: medic killed, investigation underway. PHOTO (updated) In Kyiv’s Podilskyi district, a man whom police brought to a territorial centre of recruitment and social support (TCR and SS) for violating military registration rules fatally stabbed a doctor while undergoing a military medical examination. The attacker was detained, and law enforcement... 19 914 411 Previously in trend: Threats to TCR employees Attack on doctor at TCR
No need to contact TCR: Ukraine introduces new procedure for voluntary enlistment under mobilisation Ukraine has introduced new enlistment rules for volunteer fighters, meaning they no longer need to contact Territorial Centres of Recruitment and Social Support (TCR and SS). They can now complete the enlistment process directly through their chosen military unit. 13 398 67 Previously in trend: Mobilisation in Ukraine
90 per cent of mobilisation cases are accompanied by violations of citizens’ rights, and TCR premises have become places of detention, - Lubinets Up to 90 per cent of mobilisation cases are accompanied by violations of the rights of Ukrainian citizens. 17 090 345 Previously in trend: Unlawful actions of the TCR Violation of human rights by TCR
Syrskyi on mobilisation reform: Ground Forces and TCRs "ready for changes" Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine General Oleksandr Syrskyi has rejected allegations that he "does not want to fight with drones" and expressed support for the mobilisation reform announced by the Ministry of Defence. However, he criticised the new military service contracts. 7 780 222 Previously in trend: Mobilisation in Ukraine Reforms in the army Contracts for the Armed Forces of Ukraine
Shabunin on Fedorov’s resignation: "President has opted for old corruption schemes and Soviet generals". VIDEO Vitalii Shabunin, Chairman of the Board of the Anti-Corruption Action Centre (ACAC), has stated that the resignation of Ukraine’s Defence Minister is indicative of a rollback of reforms in the defence sector. 6 526 62 Previously in trend: Syrskyi–Fedorov conflict Fedorov’s resignation
Soldier from Lviv Regional TCR used force against woman: Lubinets has appealed to the SBI and is demanding thorough investigation. VIDEO Videos have circulated on social media and in the press in which a serviceman from the Lviv Regional TCR and SS is seen to have allegedly used physical force against a woman during public awareness events in the centre of Lviv. 11 635 226 Previously in trend: Unlawful actions of the TCR Violation of human rights by TCR
Group of men damages TCR servicemen’s vehicle and uses pepper spray in Kharkiv: they are detained. PHOTO In Kharkiv, five men damaged the official vehicle of the Territorial Centre of Recruitment (TCR) servicemen and used pepper spray during a check of military registration documents. 5 676 61 Previously in trend: Conflict with TCR
Conscript dies after stay at Kremenchuk TCR: cause of death – severe traumatic brain injury, - SBI Officials from the SBI have opened a criminal investigation into the death of a 52-year-old man who was hospitalised with serious injuries following his stay at the Kremenchuk District Territorial Centre for Recruitment and Social Support. 5 709 64 Previously in trend: death in the TCR
Very bad story: Zelenskyy comments for first time on conflicts between TCR and civilians / Uncensored. VIDEO Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy commented on the incident that occurred in Lviv on 8 July during measures by the Territorial Centre of Recruitment and Social Support Centre (TCR and SS) to notify citizens. 4 917 73 Previously in trend: Conflict with TCR Attack on the TCR Mobilisation in Ukraine
Attack on law enforcement officers during conflict involving TCR in Lviv: 23-year-old AWOL serviceman Havrylov remanded in custody for 60 days A court in Lviv imposed a measure of restraint on 23-year-old Oleh Havrylov, who is suspected of attacking a police officer during a conflict involving the TCR. He was remanded in custody for 60 days without the possibility of bail. 3 981 86 Previously in trend: Conflict with TCR attack on police officers
Four more people detained after attack on TCR notification team in Lviv, including AWOL serviceman – National Police. PHOTOS Law enforcement officers and Security Service of Ukraine officers have detained four more active participants in the conflict with a Territorial Centre of Recruitment (TCR) notification team that occurred on Chervona Kalynа Avenue in Lviv. Among those detained is a serviceman who, according to... 4 955 60 Previously in trend: Attack on the TCR
Young men who clashed with TCR in Lviv have apologised: one of them has promised to join AFU. VIDEO The veterans’ community in Lviv tracked down a group of young men and teenagers who, the day before, had attacked servicemen from the Regional TCR and the SS in Sykhiv and vandalised their service vehicle. The young men apologised for their actions. 21 152 465 Previously in trend: Conflict with TCR Attack on the TCR
Zelenskyy on attack on TCR servicemen in Lviv: Very bad story President Volodymyr Zelenskyy responded to the conflict between locals and servicemen of the Territorial Center of Recruitment (TRC) in Lviv that occurred on July 8. 8 988 94 Previously in trend: Conflict with TCR Attack on the TCR
Attack on law enforcement officers during conflict with TCR in Lviv: man detained – SSU and National Police. PHOTO The SSU and the National Police detained "hot on the trail" a man who attacked law enforcement officers in Lviv on July 8. 7 740 142 Previously in trend: Conflict with TCR attack on police officers
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Two TCR and SS servicemen injured in conflict in Lviv – Operational Command "West" After yesterday's conflict in the Sykhiv district of Lviv, two servicemen of the Territorial Center of Recruitment and Social Support (TCR and SS) sought medical help at a healthcare facility. 5 549 191 Previously in trend: Conflict with TCR Attack on the TCR
National Police and SSU are investigating conflict with TCR in Lviv: identity of one of the attackers has been established The National Police and the Security Service of Ukraine are conducting pre-trial investigations into the conflict with members of the TCR and SS in the Sykhiv district of Lviv. 6 114 104 Previously in trend: Conflict with TCR Attack on the TCR
General Staff on conflict with TCR in Lviv: There is no justification for violence. There must be investigation The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine condemned the attacks on servicemen of the TCR and SS. 5 015 154 Previously in trend: Conflict with TCR Attack on the TCR
Ministry of Defense on attack on TCR military personnel in Lviv: Mobilization methods need to be improved The Ministry of Defense stated that the attack on TCR military personnel in Lviv on July 8 is unacceptable, as are other attacks on members of the Defense Forces. 4 559 106 Previously in trend: Conflict with TCR Attack on the TCR
Military-political leadership is responsible for propaganda of evaders, - Reshetylova Following the events in Lviv, Military Ombudswoman Olha Reshetilova stated that the reservation policies needed to be revised, criticized politicians and the media, and expressed her support for Ukrainian servicemembers. 6 249 80 Previously in trend: Conflict with TCR Attack on the TCR
In Lviv, crowd overturned TCR vehicle: Sadovyi, Lviv Regional TCR and SS responded (updated). VIDEO On 8 July, an incident occurred in the Sykhiv district of Lviv during events aimed at informing the public about mobilisation. The police identified a man who was wanted for evading military service. An angry crowd overturned a service vehicle belonging to the Territorial Centre for Recruitment. 27 101 540 Previously in trend: Conflict with TCR Attack on the TCR
Mobilization of people with visible health problems: Lubinets reports violations at Chernivtsi Regional TCR and demands explanations. VIDEO A video has been found online showing possible violations of people’s rights during mobilization measures at the Chernivtsi Regional Territorial Center for Recruitment and Social Support (TCR and SS). The Ombudsman is demanding explanations. 5 572 106 Previously in trend: Violation of human rights by TCR
Reform of TCR is being prepared and will be presented in near future, - Ministry of Defence The Ministry of Defence has stated that it will present reforms to the TCR and the SS in the near future. 6 772 80 Previously in trend: Mobilisation in Ukraine Reforms in the army
Man died one day after mobilization by TCR in Lviv region: relatives found numerous hematomas, Lubinets demands explanations The Ombudsman's Office has sent an official request to the Lviv Regional Territorial Center of Recruitment and Social Support (TCR and SS) over the death of a man one day after mobilization. The deceased man's relatives said that servicemen of the Sheptytskyi District TCR and SS concealed the... 8 734 89 Previously in trend: violations during mobilisation Mobilisation in Ukraine
Man with broken ribs was held at TCR in Mykolaiv for 18 days, - Lubinets Dmytro Lubinets, the Ukrainian Parliament’s Commissioner for Human Rights, spoke of systematic violations of citizens’ rights during mobilization and cited several cases uncovered by representatives of his office during monitoring visits. 3 847 107 Previously in trend: Unlawful actions of the TCR
Extorting bribes from business owners for "not drafting" employees: Head of Zhytomyr Regional TCR to stand trial The case against the head of the Zhytomyr Regional TCR has been referred to court. 9 151 11 Previously in trend: Corruption in TCR
Single father from Kryvyi Rih was released from TCR and is now at home. VIDEO A 34-year-old single father, who had been called up in Kryvyi Rih, has been allowed to return home. 12 182 137 Previously in trend: violations during mobilisation Violation of human rights by TCR
Single father from Kryvyi Rih sent to military unit, he had no deferment – Dnipropetrovsk Regional TCR The Dnipropetrovsk Regional TCR and SS has responded to the scandal involving the forced mobilization of a 34-year-old single father of a 5-year-old daughter. According to the military, the citizen submitted documents for a deferment that contained discrepancies, while the dissolution of a... 13 349 165 Previously in trend: violations during mobilisation Violation of human rights by TCR
In Kryvyi Rih, single father was taken to TCR: his 5-year-old daughter remained at kindergarten and is in care of headteacher. VIDEO In Kryvyi Rih, Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, an incident has been reported involving the mobilisation of a 34-year-old man who is a single father raising his 5-year-old daughter. The girl’s father was taken to the TCR and SS whilst his child was at nursery. 19 903 267 Previously in trend: violations during mobilisation Mobilisation in Ukraine
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