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The Ministry of Internal Affairs plays a vital role, making up 25% of Ukraine's Security and Defense Forces, participating in both combat operations and internal security assurance. Recent developments include the sacrifices made by EOD specialists in Kharkiv and the increased cooperation amidst emergency situations, such as missile strikes. The Ministry also faces challenges including detentions of senior officials and reforms to promote integrity. Innovations such as the Unified Information Platform for Persons Missing and the interaction with defense strategies exhibit the Ministry's dynamic presence in maintaining Ukraine’s safety against both internal and external threats.
What are the main roles of Ukraine's Interior Ministry?
The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine is crucial in both national defense and internal security. It oversees part of the Security Forces, engages in combat operations, and maintains law and order domestically. Furthermore, it plays a pivotal role in managing emergency responses to crises and collaborates with other security agencies to implement national safety policies.
How is the Ministry addressing corruption within its ranks?
Corruption is a significant issue for the Ministry of Internal Affairs. Recent crackdown efforts have led to the detention of several senior officials, highlighting a commitment to combating corruption. By implementing strict regulations and conducting internal audits, the Ministry aims to enhance transparency and integrity within its operations, thereby restoring public trust in law enforcement agencies.
What security measures are in place against foreign aggression?
To counter foreign aggression, particularly from Russia, the Ministry has reinforced border patrols, upgraded protective structures, and increased cooperation with defense forces. Citizens are urged to seek shelter during attacks, and continuous improvements in early warning systems ensure preparedness against missile and drone threats. These measures are part of a broader strategy to bolster national security and safeguard Ukrainian sovereignty.
How significant are the Ministry's contributions to demining efforts?
The Ministry of Internal Affairs plays a critical role in demining efforts to ensure civilian safety. EOD specialists are actively involved in clearing mined areas, as evident in recent operations in Kharkiv. These efforts are vital in preventing casualties and facilitating the safe return of displaced populations. Future plans include establishing dedicated training centers to enhance the capabilities of demining personnel.
What innovations is the Ministry implementing for missing persons?
The Ministry of Internal Affairs has introduced the Unified Information Platform for Persons Missing under Special Circumstances, aimed at improving coordination in the search for missing persons. This initiative, backed by technological advancements in identification, reflects a commitment to providing timely support to affected families. It also enhances data collection and analysis processes, contributing to more efficient search operations.
What is the Ministry's stance on veteran support?
The Ministry is actively enhancing veteran support through initiatives like the creation of veteran policy assistants within its framework. This move aims to address the specific needs of veterans, ensuring they receive appropriate services and benefits. By integrating veteran policy into its operations, the Ministry demonstrates its dedication to recognizing and supporting those who have served in defense of Ukraine.
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Thousands of People Saw the Launch of Terrorist Missiles against the Boeing - Adviser to the Interior Minister. PHOTO Adviser to the Minister of Internal Affairs of Ukraine Anton Herashchenko published further evidence that the Malaysian airlines Boeing was shot down by the terrorists. 441 673 632 Previously in trend: Russian terrorists downed MH17
Do Not Touch It: Intercepted Talks of the Terrorists Protecting Yanukovych’s Estate in Donetsk. AUDIO The armed terrorists protect Yanukovych’s estate in Donetsk from armed looters like they are. The Interior Ministry of Ukraine intercepted the insurgents’ talks 418 564 181 Previously in trend: Yanukovych Family
Putin was going to transfer banned weapons that cause terrible injuries to terrorists, - MIA.. PHOTOS 18+ The Kremlin is going to transfer banned worldwide phosphorus ammunition to the terrorists from the "LPR"(Luhansk People’s Republic) and "DPR"( Donetsk People’s Republic) to continue their crimes against civilians and the Ukrainian military. 343 359 511 Previously in trend: Evidence of Russian aggression in Ukraine
Interior Ministry bans religious procession’s movement through Kyiv, - Avakov. PHOTO The law enforcement officers interfered into the plan announced by the religious procession organizers due to security threats. 261 909 652
"Trust me, guys, you'll not get out of here alive," - clash with gunfire between police and amber diggers in Rivne region. VIDEO The Interior Ministry has released a video of a clash between the police and amber miners in the Rivne region. 219 338 642 Previously in trend: Amber mafia
Interior Ministry released video of Saakashvili meeting with Russian businessman Mazepin, which caused squabble with Avakov. VIDEO Head of Public Relations Department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine Artem Shevchenko unveiled video of the meeting between Head of the Odesa Regional State Administration Mikheil Saakashvili and Russian businessman, owner of URALCHEM Dmitry Mazepin. 203 554 785
Ministry of Internal Affairs announced names of policemen killed in Kniazhychi shooting. PHOTOS The Ministry of Internal Affairs (MIA) announced the names of the National Police officers who died in the shooting in the village of Kniazhychi (the Kyiv region). 199 000 237 Previously in trend: Kniazhychi shooting
Three missing Kyiv-1 battalion soldiers found alive - Interior Ministry People's Front MP and Kyiv-1 battalion coordinator Yevhen Deidei and two Kyiv-1 battalion soldiers, who all had gone missing in the Donbas on Tuesday, were found alive. 197 691 159
Drunk man attacked patrol police officer in Kyiv. VIDEO Having received information of a drunken man acting violently and trying to drive his car, a patrol police crew arrived at the scene at 2 Yakubovskyi Str. Aug. 2. 195 960 790 Previously in trend: National Police recertification Police workdays
Russia seeks Yatseniuk's arrest and extradition on charges of mass murder Ukraine's Interior Ministry has obtained a copy of a letter by Russia's law enforcement agencies to the Interpol General Secretariat in Lyon with a request to declare Ukrainian politician Arsenii Yatseniuk wanted for the purpose of his arrest and further extradition to Russia. 194 135 602
Terrorist cop killer shot himself during arrest in Mariupol. PHOTOS Early this morning, police officers of the Sokil special unit and units of the National Guard of Ukraine conducted a special operation in Mariupol to apprehend dangerous criminal Mykola Hrynenko. On February 23, 2015 he killed a Sokil officer and wounded two others. 187 512 411
“Let's give her time to show her worth and then discuss her efficiency. I'm sure she will cope," – Minister Avakov on controversy surrounding his new deputy Anastasia Dieieva was appointment Deputy Interior Minister for European Integration by the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine after a number of interviews and the background check. 181 961 737
Fighting with saboteurs took place in Mariupol: one militant killed, a bag with explosives defused - Interior Ministry. PHOTOS An engagement with terrorists’ subversive reconnaissance group took place in Mariupol. One police officer was killed and two more were wounded. One terrorist was killed as well. 177 455 281 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks in Ukraine
Several National Guard soldiers seriously injured in explosion near Verkhovna Rada, - MP Herashchenko. PHOTOS A grenade exploded near the National Guard fighters at the Verkhovna Rada, several soldiers having been seriously injured. 177 390 774
Three police officers and four civilians wounded as bandits destroyed two police cars in Mukacheve The special operation to block, disarm, and arrest the gang which has attacked a civilian object in Mukacheve (Zakarpattia region) on Saturday continues. 172 763 620
Right Sector holds National Assembly on Maidan Nezalezhnosti in Kyiv. PHOTOS The Right Sector is holding the “All-Ukrainian Viche” rally on Kyiv’s Maidan Nezalezhnosti. 171 781 1 053
Ex-police officer Kasian involved in gang that plotted robbery in Kniazhychi, - Shevchenko. PHOTO One of the organizers of the robbery was a former officer of the Main Department for Organized Crime Control. 168 441 320 Previously in trend: Kniazhychi shooting
Three Mafia Bosses Arrested in Kyiv Restaurant. PHOTO Interior Minister Arsen Avakov announced about detention of three "thieves in law" (made guys, bosses) at a dinner in a restaurant which ended with handcuffs. 166 337 329
Female driver who ran over police officer while attempting to escape detained in Kyiv. VIDEO A video showing a female traffic violator attempting to run over a police officer was uploaded on the Internet. According to video comments, the offense took place in Berezniaky district of Kyiv on July 31. 156 854 574 Previously in trend: National Police recertification Police workdays
New patrol police presented in Kyiv. PHOTOS 2,000 patrol policemen have completed training, passed a number of tests including the lie detector one. The commanders made personal assessment of the personnel. 156 411 371 Previously in trend: National Police recertification
Two criminals killed, seven police officers wounded in special operation in Odesa region, - Interior Ministry. PHOTOS Seven police officers received injuries while detaining resisting criminals in the Odesa region. 155 702 238
New patrol police pledged allegiance to Ukrainian people. PHOTOS Patrol police pledged allegiance to Ukrainian people at Sophia Square in Kyiv. 152 327 660 Previously in trend: National Police recertification
Russian “Journalist” Involved in Fighting for the Terrorists. PHOTOS Ukrainian law enforcement officers revealed that Russian journalist Konstantin Korolev joшned the militant group in Donetsk, helps "school gunners" and plans to participate in the attacks on the Ukrainian troops. 150 341 447
Terrorist Bolotov is Drowning his Hopelessness in a Bottle - Ministry of Internal Affairs on the Militants’ Morale. VIDEO The morale of Luhansk People's Republic's militants leader Valerii Bolotov’s is very low and he is on a binge. 148 409 154
Terrorists’ warehouse with Russian-manufactured communication devices was discovered in Sloviansk. PHOTOS The equipment warehouse was situated in a local driving school building. Tags on some of the discovered equipment indicate that the products were manufactured in Russia in 2014. 147 299 337 Previously in trend: Evidence of Russian aggression in Ukraine
Massive fight occurred in Kharkiv, six people wounded, - Interior Ministry. VIDEO Six Kharkiv citizens were admitted to one of the city's hospitals with wounds of various severity as a result of a conflict. 144 793 373
Two explosions rocked police stations in Lviv: two law enforcers injured. PHOTOS + VIDEO Two explosions occurred near police stations in Lviv In the morning of July 14. Two law enforcement officers received injuries. 143 726 400
Interior Ministry officers stopped a terrorist attack in Mariupol: 27-year-old policeman killed. PHOTO A terrorist act was prevented in Mariupol at the cost of life of a Sokil special police unit officer on Feb. 2 142 188 219
Law enforcers summon MPs Novinskyi, Vilkul, and Korolevska, - MP Lutsenko Opposition Bloc MPs Vadym Novinskyi, Oleksandr Vilkul, and Nataliia Korolevska were summoned by law enforcers for investigation at a session of the coordination board of the Parliament of Ukraine today. 138 406 568
Right Sector releases 6-year-old boy taken hostage, - Internal Affairs Ministry Two fighters of the Right Sector, hiding in the wood near Mukacheve, took a 6-year-old child hostage and released him shortly after. 137 342 872 Previously in trend: Mukacheve shooting
Two MPs tried to prevent searches in the premises of Oplot organized crime group in Kharkiv. PHOTOS A large-scale special operation of the Police Criminal Investigation Department in conjunction with the Prosecutor General’s Office of Ukraine is being held in Kharkiv under the criminal case that has been opened with regard to the events that took place in January 2014 in Kyiv. 135 416 139
Terrorists in the East are armed with weapons used by Russian elite special services - Avakov. PHOTOS Minister of Interior Arsen Avakov and National Guard Commander Stepan Poltotak have demonstrated weapons seized during the anti-terrorist operation in Sloviansk. 134 667 448 Previously in trend: Evidence of Russian aggression in Ukraine
First Deputy Minister of Interior Zghuladze explains who is eligible to become a police officer in Ukraine Anyone can become a police officer in Ukraine. The officers will be selected in open competitions. 131 162 281
Successful ATO in Mariupol: Intelligence Officers Infiltrated a Terrorist Camp. Over 30 Terrorists Arrested Anti-terrorist operation was successful in Mariupol – 30 militants were arrested. The pin-point sweep of the militants continues in the city. 130 669 267
Interior Minister Avakov: Cabinet endorses tougher penalties for traffic violations including drunk driving The Interior Ministry's proposals to amend legal acts regulating road-traffic safety were approved at today’s special meeting of the government. 128 604 347
Two police officers killed, three wounded in Kyiv during criminals detention - Interior Ministry Police officers were killed in Kyiv while pursuing criminals. 125 935 417
Situation in Kostiantynivka settled - Donetsk region police head The situation in the city of Kostiantynivka in the Donetsk region has been stabilized. 124 809 910
Head of Kyiv traffic police fled to Belarus. Head of a department detained. PHOTOS The Internal Security Service of the Interior Ministry exposed a criminal scheme of illegal receipt of funds in MREO (Ukraine's Department of Motor Vehicles - ed.). 122 106 245
Crews of new patrol police came out onto Kyiv streets. PHOTO The 1st battalion of 500 policemen has started to perform its duties at 9.00 a.m., July 4. 122 095 266 Previously in trend: National Police recertification
Ministry of Internal Affairs Established the Identity of the Woman Talking about Child’s Execution and is Calling for Sanctions against Russian Journalists. VIDEO A native of the Zakarpattia region, and currently a resident of Sloviansk, the Donetsk region talks on camera about witnessing the Ukrainian troops torturing a little child and a woman. 119 111 415 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine
Three men opened fire in downtown Kyiv. Police officer injured. PHOTOS A shooting took place in the center of Kyiv around 1 p.m. today, March 26. 118 818 123
15 Mariupol residents were killed and 46 injured after terrorists shelling 15 civilians were killed in Mariupol after the militants shelled Kyiv, May 1 and Olimpiiska streets. 118 010 560 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine
Police officer struck and killed by car while writing road accident report in Rivne region. PHOTOS National police senior investigator Major Ruslan Machuta was killed on the Kyiv-Chop highway near the village of Zelenyi Hai in Rivne region on Thursday, Jan. 7 around 3.30 p.m. when he was helping drivers, whose cars had ended up in a ditch. 115 484 114 Previously in trend: Police workdays
Eka Zguladze resigns as first deputy interior minister, - Avakov First Deputy Interior Minister Eka Zguladze has decided to leave her post. 115 395 192
Law enforcers apprehend Donbas Battalion ex-commander Vynohrodskyi One of the Donbas Battalion former commanders Anatolii Vynohrodskyi (call sign Hal) was detained on Obolonskyi Avenue in Kyiv. 115 313 340
Terrorists shelled Artemivsk town with Grad killing a 7-year-old. PHOTOS + VIDEO Terrorists fired Grad rockets at Artemivsk in the Donetsk region. 115 063 205 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas
Interior Minister gave security companies 24 hours to disarm: "There will be no armed security groups of businessmen wandering city streets with fire arms" Ukrainian Interior Minister Arsen Avakov says that private security companies have 24 hours to bring its operations into compliance with the law, to disarm and to abandon the use of firearms. Avakov emphasized that the use of firearms by private security agencies is illegal. 113 930 504
Two explosions occurred near offices of Russian Sberbank in Kyiv. PHOTOS The Kyiv police received two calls at around 2 a.m. - eyewitnesses reported explosions in Darnytskyi and Obolonskyi district. Measures are being taken to identify those involved in the events. 112 882 192
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