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The Defense Ministry of Ukraine is transforming military registration through the innovative Reserve+ app, enabling remote military enlistment to streamline processes and eliminate paperwork. This advancement aligns with broader efforts by the Defense Ministry to modernize operations, including the codification of new electronic warfare systems by TAF Industries and the introduction of strategic missile defenses in Belarus as a counter to Western policies. Moreover, the Ministry plans significant changes to medical fitness criteria for servicemembers, aiming to enhance enlistment standards. These developments underscore the Defense Ministry's commitment to technological and strategic innovation in military preparedness and personnel management, reflecting more significant trends of modernization within Ukraine's defense sector.

What is the Reserve+ app introduced by the Defense Ministry?

The Reserve+ app is an innovative digital platform developed by Ukraine's Defense Ministry to facilitate military registration. It allows eligible citizens to register remotely for military service without needing paperwork or in-person visits to Territorial Recruitment Centers. This initiative modernizes military processes by offering convenience and efficiency, reflecting a broader trend of digital transformation within the military sector.

How is Belarus responding to Western policies according to its Defense Ministry?

The Belarus Defense Ministry has stated that deploying Russia's Oreshnik missile system on Belarusian territory is a strategic deterrence measure in response to what it perceives as Western aggression. The move is part of Belarus' broader strategic policy aimed at counterbalancing military threats, aligning closely with Russia's military strategies in the region.

What changes is the Defense Ministry proposing for fitness for military service?

The Ukrainian Defense Ministry plans to revise medical criteria that determine military service eligibility. The proposed changes intend to narrow the list of conditions that render individuals unfit for service. This initiative aims to increase enlistment possibilities by adjusting standards to better match the current physical and medical needs of military operations, expanding the pool of eligible applicants.

What is the significance of the DOT-Chain Defence platform?

The DOT-Chain Defence platform is a digital marketplace used by Ukraine's Defense Ministry to procure military equipment such as drones and electronic warfare systems. It facilitates direct purchases from manufacturers, reducing delivery times and costs. This platform marks a significant shift towards digitizing military procurement processes, reflecting a trend of integrating technology to enhance defense capabilities efficiently.

What are the recent procurement initiatives by the Defense Ministry?

Recent procurement initiatives by the Defense Ministry include a substantial increase in funding for drones through the DOT-Chain Defence system, with an additional UAH 2.1 billion allocated for this purpose. The ministry also adopted new drone components and innovations in electronic warfare systems. These initiatives align with the overall strategy to enhance military capabilities and preparedness through advanced technology solutions.

How does the Defense Ministry contribute to human rights accountability within military units?

In response to allegations of misconduct, such as those reported from the 425th Separate Assault Regiment "Skelia," the Defense Ministry actively investigates claims of human rights violations and abuse within military ranks. This accountability measure involves inspections and assessments to ensure adherence to proper conduct and to protect service members' rights, demonstrating the ministry's commitment to maintaining ethical standards in the armed forces.

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Spetstechnoexport director Petrov and his family’s property Director of "Spetstechnoexport" Petrov is still in office, and his family owns luxury hotel in Bukovel - AntAC The family of Oleksii Petrov, director of SE "Spetstechnoexport", owns an elite hotel in Bukovel. 3 833 11

Ukrainian UAV WINFLY Ukrainian-made WINFLY UAVs approved for use in Armed Forces of Ukraine - Ministry of Defence. PHOTO The Ukrainian-made WINFLY unmanned aerial systems were codified and approved for use in the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 4 089 7 Previously in trend: Production of Ukrainian equipment

Volunteers aged 18-24 have taken oath Up to three months of training: Ministry of Defence on training under Contract 18-24 programme. INFOGRAPHICS As part of the pilot project "Contract 18-24", citizens recruited for military service are trained in a three-level programme lasting up to 3 months. 1 268 2 Previously in trend: Contract 18-24

Launch of production of NATO-calibre ammunition is being delayed Ministry of Defence hinders launch of NATO-calibre ammunition production - Ukrainian Armour Excessive bureaucracy in the Ministry of Defence is hampering the launch of NATO-calibre ammunition production in Ukraine. 9 477 14 Previously in trend: Ammunition production in Ukraine

Fines for violation of military registration in Reserve+ Fine for violation of military registration can be paid in "Reserve+" – Ministry of Defense Ukrainians will be able to pay fines for violations of military registration online through the Reserve+ app. 3 521 28 Previously in trend: Fine for non-compliance with military registration

Ministry of Defence signs Memorandum with Diehl Defence Ministry of Defence and IRIS-T manufacturer sign memorandum that provides for threefold increase in missiles and air defence systems supply The Ministry of Defence has signed a memorandum of understanding with Diehl Defence, the manufacturer of the IRIS-T system, which is an important part of Ukraine's air defence shield. 3 626 28 Previously in trend: Cooperation between Ministry of Defence and Diehl Defence

Women in the Armed Forces of Ukraine More than 5,500 women serve at front line - Ministry of Defense More than 5,500 female servicewomen are currently serving on the front line. 1 401 14 Previously in trend: Women in AFU

The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine Approves New Members of the Supervisory Board of the Defense Procurement Agency of the Ministry of Defense Havryliuk and Haider joined Supervisory Board of Defense Procurement Agency – Ministry of Defense The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has approved new members of the Supervisory Board of the Defense Procurement Agency of the Ministry of Defense - Ivan Havryliuk and Stanislav Haider. 3 376 4 Previously in trend: DPA’s Supervisory Board

Third assault brigade on Ministry of Defence’s "Contract 18-24" project "Either for everyone or for no one." Third Assault Brigade commented on "Contract 18-24" The Third Assault Brigade also criticised the Ministry of Defence's project "Contract 18-24", which many servicemen had previously called unfair and discriminatory. 78 228 29 Previously in trend: Criticism of Ministry of Defence’s "Contract 18-24" project

Russia uses chemical weapons against Ukraine Russia used chemical munitions 6.9 thousand times over 3 years - Ministry of Defence Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion of Russia, more than 6,900 cases of the use of ammunition containing hazardous chemicals by the Russian occupiers have been confirmed. 353 0 Previously in trend: use of prohibited chemical weapons

Defense procurement Almost UAH 500 billion to support army: Ministry of Defense modernizes defense procurement The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine is modernizing defense procurement in accordance with the best Euro-Atlantic practices and in order to strengthen cooperation with NATO in this area. 4 339 9 Previously in trend: defense procurement

AFU, military Defense Forces set up system for analyzing combat experience – Ministry of Defense The Defense Forces have created a system for analyzing combat experience - the SIE (Study and Implementation of Experience) portal. The system makes it possible to adapt tactics, training programs and modernize weapons in accordance with the challenges of war. 1 301 10 Previously in trend: A system for analyzing combat experience in the AFU

The Ministry of Defence has approved new NORD kamikaze drones for use in the Armed Forces Ukrainian Armed Forces to receive new Ukrainian-made NORD kamikaze drones – Ministry of Defence. PHOTO The Ministry of Defence has codified and approved the use of Ukrainian-made NORD unmanned aerial systems in the Armed Forces. 3 156 4 Previously in trend: Production of drones

How much Russian equipment was destroyed in February? Number of combat clashes on front decreased in February. However, number of airstrikes increased - Ministry of Defense. INFOGRAPHICS In February, 3,274 combat engagements were recorded, compared to 5,087 in January. Also, in the last month of winter, Russian tactical aviation dropped more than 3,522 UAVs. In January, the occupiers used about 2,400 guided aerial bombs. 588 0 Previously in trend: The situation at the front in February

AI in demining Ukraine’s demining units cleared over 5,000 hectares of land in February – Ministry of Defense In February 2025, demining units of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine successfully cleared 5,351.5 hectares of land from explosive ordnance, including 5,211.9 hectares of agricultural land. 321 1 Previously in trend: Demining of Ukrainian territories

49 Ukrainian citizens are released from Russian captivity Civilians who have been held in captivity are entitled to mobilization deferral – Defense Ministry Civilians who were held in Russian captivity are eligible for a mobilization deferral. 1 276 3 Previously in trend: mobilization Mobilization deferral

The 49th recruitment centre of the Ukrainian army has opened in Boryspil Ukrainian Army recruitment center has opened in Boryspil: it is 49th in Ukraine. PHOTOS A recruitment centre for the Ukrainian army was opened in Boryspil, the fourth in Kyiv region and the 49th in Ukraine. 1 391 6

Ukrainian robotic complex Gulliver is adopted for service Ukrainian robotic complex ’Gulliver’ has been accepted into service – Ministry of Defence. PHOTO The Ministry of Defence has announced the acceptance of the Gulliver universal ground robotic system into service. 4 216 4

Reports through Army Plus: how many military submitted reports in a week Over week, Ministry of Defense received more than 300 applications for returning from AWOL through "Army+" During the week, more than 300 servicemen who went AWOL filed applications to return to the army through the Army+ application. 914 14

Umierov Ammunition, air defense and investments in defense industry: Umierov discusses Ukraine’s defense needs with partner countries Ukraine's Defense Minister Rustem Umierov took part in an international meeting via video link that brought together representatives of the E5 countries (Poland, Germany, France, Italy, and the United Kingdom), the Nordic-Baltic Eight, the Netherlands, the EU, and NATO. During the meeting, the Minister outlined Ukraine's key defense needs. 370 1

Vidmak drones are authorized for use in the Armed Forces of Ukraine Vidmak drones are authorized for use in AFU – Ministry of Defense The "Vidmak" ("Witcher") unmanned aerial vehicle system was codified and authorized for use in the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 2 433 14

Test site for demining technologies Location of training ground for testing demining technologies with use of AI determined, - Ministry of Defense The Ministry of Defense, together with its partners, has identified a site where a testing ground for the latest demining technologies, including those using artificial intelligence, will be created. 1 068 3

Umierov Ukraine has alternative to Starlink systems, - Umierov Defense Minister Rustem Umerov said that there is an alternative to the Starlink system. The minister promised more details about it later. 4 072 55

Products for the Armed Forces of Ukraine Digital control of products for AFU is being implemented – Ministry of Defense The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine is introducing a new system of control over the supply of canned food for the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 786 5

Vehicles for the military Vehicles received by military as humanitarian aid can be refueled and repaired at expense of military units – Ministry of Defense The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has amended paragraph 16 of the Regulation on the Procedure for Accounting, Storage, Writing off, and Use of Military Property in the Armed Forces, allowing military units to decommission property used for the maintenance of vehicles received by military personnel as humanitarian aid. 1 724 14

Drones and EWs are needed for 155th mechanised brigade "Anna of Kyiv" Ministry of Defence should immediately take measures to unblock procurement of UAVs and electronic warfare systems for military units, - Public Anti-Corruption Council The Public Anti-Corruption Council at the Ministry of Defence demands that the Ministry immediately take measures to unblock the procurement of UAVs and electronic warfare for military units. 4 749 21

Ukraine automates drones with AI for effective defense Ministry of Defense launches new model for providing Armed Forces with UAVs, in particular, introduces DOT-Chain system in procurement The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine is introducing a new model for providing drones. The Defense Procurement Agency (DPA) has presented manufacturers with new rules of interaction between the state, the army and business. 2 172 10

More than 44 billion will be spent on purchase of FPV drones Over UAH 44 billion to be allocated for purchase of FPV drones, including fibre optics - Defence Ministry In 2025, the Ministry of Defence plans to allocate more than UAH 44 billion for the purchase of FPV drones, including fibre-optic drones. 1 275 31 Previously in trend: Defense

Support from Estonia Estonian security support priorities for 2025: military goods and services and IT Coalition Deputy Minister of Defense Serhii Boiev discussed with the Permanent Secretary of the Estonian Ministry of Defense Kaimo Kuusk the planning of assistance for 2025 and the priority needs of Ukraine. 387 0

Ministry of Defense on reports to Army+ Ministry of Defense: 190,000 electronic reports have already been submitted to military through "Army+" The soldiers of the 82nd separate airborne assault brigade of Bukovyna are among the top 10 in terms of using the Army+ application. 1 379 6

Formation of corps in Armed Forces is being considered by General Staff Issue of approval of corps commanders will be worked out in the General Staff, - Ministry of Defence There are no delays in the approval of the corps commanders announced by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The process is not being slowed down. 2 074 9

Ministry of Defense on Contract 18-24: it will help to carry out rotations at the front Volunteer contract fighters aged 18-24 to help rotate troops at frontline – Ministry of Defense Contract soldiers aged 18 to 24 will make it possible to rotate Ukrainian soldiers who are tired of combat operations. 5 146 9

Military support service Ministry of Defense launches support service for military The Ministry of Defense has received the green light to launch military support services. Order No. 59 of January 29, 2025, on the launch of the support service for the military and their families has passed a legal examination and was registered by the Ministry of Justice of Ukraine. 2 318 7

Umierov Ukraine and European defense holding company discuss joint production of 155 mm ammunition At the Munich Security Conference, we are working on the development of the Ukrainian defense industry. A meeting was held with the heads of KNDS France and KNDS Deutschland, one of the largest European defense holdings, KNDS. 1 476 3

Contract for 18-24 year olds: The Ministry of Defense told about combat positions Contract servicemen aged 18-24 will hold only combat positions – Defense Ministry Men between the ages of 18 and 24 who sign a contract to join the army will only hold combat positions. However, volunteer fighters may be refused to sign it due to health problems. 5 959 32

Spextr robotic complex New Spextr ground robots approved for use in Defence Forces - Ministry of Defence. PHOTO The Ministry of Defence has codified and approved the use of Spextr ground robotic systems of various modifications in the units of the Ukrainian Defence Forces. 2 101 2

afu To facilitate work of commanders and combat units: Ministry of Defence is deploying ’Impulse’ military recording system The ‘Impulse’ system will be used to keep records of military personnel in Ukraine. It is intended to facilitate the work of commanders and military units. 25 449 23

Contract 18-24: The Ministry of Defense told about the conditions for volunteer fighters Ministry of Defense on "Contract 18-24": There is certain rush of volunteer fighters Ukrainian citizens who will join the Defense Forces under the Contract 18-24 program will perform combat missions on the front line for about six months. 13 192 41

Foreigners will undergo polygraph tests to serve in Ukrainian army Foreign military personnel in Ukrainian army will be tested using polygraph - Ministry of Defense Foreigners and stateless persons wishing to serve in the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the State Special Transport Service, and the National Guard will undergo a psychophysiological polygraph examination. 1 038 14

The contract is for 18-24 volunteer fighters: The Ministry of Defense explained the cash payment Volunteer fighters under 25 who signed contract with AFU under new conditions will be able to receive UAH 1 million - Defense Ministry Soldiers of private, sergeant, and non-commissioned officer ranks who joined the Defense Forces under the age of 25 before the new contract terms of the Ministry of Defense took effect are also entitled to a cash reward of UAH 1 million. 6 973 68

Contract 18-24 for 1 year: The Ministry of Defence launches a new format of voluntary service Project "Contract 18-24" for UAH 1 million and year of service: Ministry of Defence invites volunteer fighters to join AFU. INFOGRAPHICS On 11 February, the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine officially launched the Contract 18-24 project, a voluntary initiative for Ukrainians aged 18-24 who are ready to join the Defence Forces for one year. Among the bonuses for young people is the right to travel abroad after a year of service. 14 549 204

recruitment center of the Armed Forces of Ukraine More than 8,000 citizens have applied to join the Armed Forces through recruitment centers - Ministry of Defense Since the start of the Ukrainian army recruitment centers in February 2024, 39,488 citizens have received consultations. 8 ,300 people have started the process of registration for military service. 1 349 5

Ukrainian Armed Forces to receive domestic BATON drones Ukrainian-made BATON drone approved for use in Armed Forces of Ukraine - Ministry of Defense The Ministry of Defense has codified and authorized the use of domestically produced BATON unmanned aerial systems in the units of the Ukrainian Defense Forces. 4 525 19

Ministry of Defence outlines priorities for 2025 Ministry of Defence on plans for 2025: Focus on new missiles and missile defence system The Ministry of Defence has called the use of long-range weapons one of the key elements in reducing Russia's military potential. 1 835 11 Previously in trend: Ukrainian Arms

Havryliuk spoke about providing the Ukrainian Armed Forces with drones at front AFU are already receiving about 200 thousand drones to front every month - Ministry of Defense In 2025, the level of provision of the Ukrainian military with unmanned systems, including FPV drones, increased. Now this figure is about 200 thousand units per month. 2 441 19

Automatic extension of deferments has been launched in Reserve+ Automatic extension of deferments for certain categories of citizens has been launched in "Reserve+" – Ministry of Defense The "Reserve+" application has introduced automatic extension of deferments from mobilization for certain categories. 12 960 24

New Deputies of the Minister of Defense - Churkin and Moisiuk General Moisiuk and Captain Churkin appointed as Umierov’s deputies The Cabinet of Ministers has appointed new deputy ministers of defense of Ukraine. 6 966 18

Russian losses on Siverskyi direction Russian losses exceed contract recruitment: more than 40,000 soldiers die in month - Defence Ministry In 2024, Russia lost more than 40,000 soldiers at the front every month, which exceeds the rate of recruitment. 2 047 38

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