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Recent developments in the army highlight critical strategic and structural modifications within the Ukrainian Armed Forces. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has stressed the importance of fair troop redistributions among brigades to solve current army issues. Furthermore, the Ukrainian Armed Forces are set to offer a base salary of 50,000–60,000 hryvnias to servicemembers who enter new contracts, reflecting a commitment to bolster military personnel welfare. Globally, the U.S. Army indicates that reducing troops in Europe won't affect regional security. Additionally, technological advancements see the introduction of the Phantom MK-1, the first humanoid robot built for military use, showcasing the growing importance of robotics in warfare. Simultaneously, the Ukrainian army continues to embrace organizational efficiency by transitioning to a corps-brigade system. These updates underline significant shifts in military dynamics, emphasizing the essential role of armed forces in national and international security architectures.

What are the current issues in the Ukrainian army?

The Ukrainian army is addressing issues such as the distribution of personnel between combat brigades, aiming for a fair and effective allocation to enhance operational capabilities. President Zelenskyy has tasked officials with presenting solutions to these challenges, highlighting the ongoing need for strategic organizational improvements.

How will the Ukrainian army salary changes affect servicemembers?

The salary revisions for Ukrainian servicemembers propose a base pay of 50,000 to 60,000 hryvnias for new contracts. This change is aimed at improving the financial well-being of military personnel, potentially enhancing morale and retention rates within the Armed Forces.

What are the implications of the U.S. Army's troop reduction in Europe?

The U.S. Army has indicated that while redeploying some troops from Europe, it will not alter the overall security situation in the region. This position suggests confidence in the current military strategies and alliances that support European defense and deterrence postures.

How is technology being integrated into military operations globally?

The development of the Phantom MK-1 humanoid robot for the military marks a significant technological advancement. This robot is designed to support various military operations, representing the increasing integration of artificial intelligence and robotics in defense strategies to improve efficiency and reduce human risk.

What organizational changes are occurring in the Ukrainian Armed Forces?

The Ukrainian Armed Forces are transitioning to a corps-brigade system, which aims to enhance command efficiency and operational effectiveness. This reorganization is expected to better align resources and capabilities with strategic military objectives, ultimately improving battlefield performance.

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Ukrainian army units to undergo 2-week quarantine before departure to JFO area Ukrainian army units to undergo 2-week quarantine before departure to JFO area Servicemen of the Armed Forces of Ukraine will undergo a two-week quarantine before departure to the area of the Joint Forces Operation in Donbas due to the emergency situation regime introduced by the government in the territory of Ukraine with the aim of cleaning up the consequences of the natural medical and biological emergency situation. 1 191 7 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

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No Covid-19 cases at Ukraine’s Armed Forces; 157 people stay in isolation No Covid-19 cases at Ukraine’s Armed Forces; 157 people stay in isolation As of March 27, no case of coronavirus spotted in the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 1 472 5 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine Anti-epidemic measures and restrictions

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Poroshenko to Zelenskyi: Do not make same mistakes as my predecessors, take care of army Poroshenko to Zelenskyi: Do not make same mistakes as my predecessors, take care of army Outgoing Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko has called on President-elect Volodymyr Zelenskyi to properly take care of Ukraine's Armed Forces. 16 463 402 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

More than 130 American paratroopers arrive to drill Ukrainian soldiers. PHOTOS More than 130 American paratroopers arrive to drill Ukrainian soldiers. PHOTOS Over the next 9 months, the Ukrainian military will be trained in accordance with NATO standards by the troops of the US assault division, who arrived to replace the American guards. 15 961 169 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Over 150 elite US airborne division soldiers to arrive in Yavoriv to drill Ukrainian troops Over 150 elite US airborne division soldiers to arrive in Yavoriv to drill Ukrainian troops Over 150 soldiers of the US Army 101st Airborne Division (Screaming Eagles) will arrive in Ukraine to train Ukrainian soldiers in the Joint Multinational Training Center in Yavoriv, Lviv region. 2 373 24 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

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"You have been holding shield protecting entire European civilization," - Poroshenko congratulates Ukrainian fighters on Army Day "You have been holding shield protecting entire European civilization," - Poroshenko congratulates Ukrainian fighters on Army Day Ukraine's President Petro Poroshenko congratulated Ukrainian military on the Day of Ukraine's Armed Forces. 4 651 74 Society

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Ukrainian air defense units, warplanes underwent combat readiness test, - JFO HQ. VIDEO Ukrainian air defense units, warplanes underwent combat readiness test, - JFO HQ. VIDEO The aircraft and air defense alert forces deployed in Ukraine’s east underwent combat readiness test. 8 583 23 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Ukraine’s draft state budget-2019 provides for 100.6B hryvnia in military spending, - Defense Ministry Ukraine’s draft state budget-2019 provides for 100.6B hryvnia in military spending, - Defense Ministry The draft state budget of Ukraine for 2019 includes allocation of 100.6 billion hryvnia for the needs of the Armed Forces. The military compensation is planned to be increased by 40 percent. 2 403 32 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

"Staffs ready to assume command; units are well-coordinated; officers, sergeants, soldiers are well trained," – Commander Naiev checks Joint Forces fighters’ combat readiness. VIDEO&PHOTOS "Staffs ready to assume command; units are well-coordinated; officers, sergeants, soldiers are well trained," – Commander Naiev checks Joint Forces fighters’ combat readiness. VIDEO&PHOTOS As part of his working trip to Ukraine’s east on Oct. 25, Joint Forces Commander, Lieutenant-General Serhii Naiev checked combat readiness of the units deployed at various sections of the forefront. 20 609 88 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

"Space is a war-fighting domain, just like the land, air and sea," - US vice president announces space force creation by 2020 "Space is a war-fighting domain, just like the land, air and sea," - US vice president announces space force creation by 2020 U.S. Vice President Mike Pence, who heads the National Space Council, a government body that was revived last year after a decades-long hiatus, Tuesday said the White House does not foresee the creation of an independent space force before 2020. 4 888 86 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

New batch of refurbished Uragan MLRSes transferred to Ukrainian army after testing. VIDEO New batch of refurbished Uragan MLRSes transferred to Ukrainian army after testing. VIDEO State-run Shepetivskyi Repair Plant, a subsidiary of Ukroboronprom State Concern, finished refurbishing a new batch of 220-mm Uragan multiple launch rocket systems. 17 014 121 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Parliament backs Parliament backs 'Glory to Ukraine' greeting in first reading The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has adopted in the first reading the bill "On amendments to the Charters of the Armed Forces of Ukraine" (No. 9036) providing for replacement of the current military greeting. 10 475 105 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Poroshenko: 89 percent of Ukrainians ready to engage in combat to defend their homeland Poroshenko: 89 percent of Ukrainians ready to engage in combat to defend their homeland Ukraine's President Petro Poroshenko says a few years ago only 20 percent of Ukrainians were willing to take up arms to defend their homeland. 12 091 268 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Poroshenko: Ukraine already has army capable of halting aggressor Poroshenko: Ukraine already has army capable of halting aggressor Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko said that the Ukrainian army is already capable of stopping the aggressor. 15 693 393 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

Ukrainian army reports two soldiers wounded in Donbas over past day amid 23 attacks by Russian proxies Ukrainian army reports two soldiers wounded in Donbas over past day amid 23 attacks by Russian proxies Combined Russian-separatist forces continue inviting retaliation of the Ukrainian servicemen in the Joint Forces Operation (JFO) zone in order to blame them of breaching the Minsk peace deal. 3 026 12 Incidents

Poroshenko: "We are ready and will defend our land even if left alone, without international support" Poroshenko: "We are ready and will defend our land even if left alone, without international support" Ukraine will continue to defend its territory even if it loses the support of the international community. 121 390 669 Ukrainian Politics

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Poroshenko: "Ukrainian Armed Forces received advanced military hardware that will obscure Ukraine’s airspace from enemy". VIDEO Poroshenko: "Ukrainian Armed Forces received advanced military hardware that will obscure Ukraine’s airspace from enemy". VIDEO New sophisticated radars have been put in service with the Ukrainian Armed Forces. 41 482 194 Tech

Ukrainian tankers secure 8th place at Strong Europe Tank Challenge-2018 in Germany. VIDEO&PHOTOS Ukrainian tankers secure 8th place at Strong Europe Tank Challenge-2018 in Germany. VIDEO&PHOTOS Ukrainian team came in eighth at Strong Europe Tank Challenge-2018 held at the training facility of the United States Army Europe's 7th Army Training Command in Grafenwöhr, Germany. 76 028 287 Sport

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Ukrainians extend warm welcome to 34th battalion servicemen returning from Donbas war. VIDEO&PHOTOS Ukrainians extend warm welcome to 34th battalion servicemen returning from Donbas war. VIDEO&PHOTOS Residents of Henichesk municipality extended warm welcome to the members of the 34th battalion of the 57th separate motorized infantry brigade who returned from the active combat zone in Ukraine’s east. 10 575 23 Incidents

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Poroshenko: Soldiers fighting in Donbas to be supplied with new field rations meeting NATO standards. PHOTOS Poroshenko: Soldiers fighting in Donbas to be supplied with new field rations meeting NATO standards. PHOTOS Ukraine’s President Petro Poroshenko says the military personnel involved in combat operations in the Donbas are to be supplied with brand new field rations developed in line with the NATO standards. 41 062 174 Health

Air assault troops’ reservists practiced live fire, airdrop mission in Zhytomyr region. PHOTOS Air assault troops’ reservists practiced live fire, airdrop mission in Zhytomyr region. PHOTOS The final stage of the battalion level mock combat including live-fire training and airdrop operation drills was held at the air assault troops’ training facility in the Zhytomyr region. 17 688 36 Incidents

Poroshenko: First counter-sniper systems deployed near Avdiivka, Shyrokyne today Poroshenko: First counter-sniper systems deployed near Avdiivka, Shyrokyne today Ukraine's President Petro Poroshenko says the first counter-sniper systems were installed on the outskirts of Avdiivka and Shyrokyne villages of the Donetsk region today. 44 337 222 Tech

Ukrainian army strengthened its position in Global Firepower ranking Ukrainian army strengthened its position in Global Firepower ranking Ukraine's Armed Forces climbed to 29th place in the ranking of the world's best armies. 59 855 330 Incidents

Poroshenko pledges anti-terrorist operation in Ukraine Poroshenko pledges anti-terrorist operation in Ukraine's east to end in May The anti-terrorist operation (ATO) in the Donbas will gain a military format under the leadership of General Serhii Naiev. 54 230 239 Incidents

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Ukrainian military have unparalleled combat experience, - Polish commander. PHOTOS Ukrainian military have unparalleled combat experience, - Polish commander. PHOTOS Ukrainians have got unique combat experience, which has no analogues in the world. 27 288 73 Incidents

Fire at Shyrokyi Lan training facility claims life of soldier, seven more receive injuries Fire at Shyrokyi Lan training facility claims life of soldier, seven more receive injuries One Ukrainian serviceman was killed and seven others were injured as fire broke out in the tent camp at the Shyrokyi Lan training ground in Mykolaiv region on the night of March 13. 31 193 167 Incidents

No one killed or injured in past day amid two attacks by Russian-backed militants, - ATO HQ No one killed or injured in past day amid two attacks by Russian-backed militants, - ATO HQ No Ukrainian soldier was killed or injured as combined Russian and terrorist troops committed two attacks in the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) zone over the past 24-hour period. 3 432 4 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Ukrainian marines took part in international exercise Platinum Eagle 18.1 in Romania. PHOTOS Ukrainian marines took part in international exercise Platinum Eagle 18.1 in Romania. PHOTOS About 30 marines of the Ukrainian Navy took part in the multinational exercise Platinum Eagle 18.1 held at Babadag Training Center, Romania. 6 420 6 Photo News

Poroshenko signs decree determining military draft, discharge period in 2018 Poroshenko signs decree determining military draft, discharge period in 2018 President of Ukraine Petro Poroshenko has signed a decree on regular conscription and discharge in 2018. 16 681 58 Incidents

Ukrainian Army receives 2,500 US night vision devices worth $5.8 million. PHOTOS Ukrainian Army receives 2,500 US night vision devices worth $5.8 million. PHOTOS The U.S. government handed over 2,500 night vision devices worth $5.8 million to the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 31 361 78 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine

British defense expert Grant earlier commended by Ukraine’s defense minister for contribution to reform accused by MoD of being biased British defense expert Grant earlier commended by Ukraine’s defense minister for contribution to reform accused by MoD of being biased Ukraine’s Defense Ministry lambasted the article by Glen Grant on the current condition of the Ukrainian army. 24 276 178 Incidents

Ground forces’ reserve duty training started in Kharkiv region. PHOTOS Ground forces’ reserve duty training started in Kharkiv region. PHOTOS The Ukrainian Armed Forces’ ground troops on reserve duty will undergo training at a military base in the Kharkiv region in January 2018. 27 483 147 Incidents

Ambassador Volker says US makes preparations to supply Javelin systems to Ukraine Ambassador Volker says US makes preparations to supply Javelin systems to Ukraine Ukraine and U.S. authorities make joint efforts to deliver the Javelin anti-tank missile systems to the Ukrainian Armed Forces but it takes time to make necessary preparations. 61 189 305 Incidents

Ukrainian Army reports three servicemen killed, five traumatized in action yesterday, - ATO HQ Ukrainian Army reports three servicemen killed, five traumatized in action yesterday, - ATO HQ Three Ukrainian military personnel were killed and five received combat traumas in the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) on Jan. 17. 11 134 5 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine