Defense Ministry

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. 20.02.25 11:58 1 339 31 Previously in trend: Defense

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. 19.02.25 19:43 450 0

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. 19.02.25 18:55 1 418 6

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. 18.02.25 11:11 2 144 9

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. 17.02.25 17:05 5 201 9

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. 17.02.25 16:13 2 395 7

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. 15.02.25 16:59 1 511 3

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. 13.02.25 16:59 6 016 32

New Spextr ground robots approved for use in Defence Forces - Ministry of Defence 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. 13.02.25 14:09 2 166 2

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. 12.02.25 19:09 25 510 23

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. 12.02.25 15:45 13 250 41

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. 12.02.25 13:15 1 109 14

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. 12.02.25 08:13 7 072 68

Project "Contract 18-24" for UAH 1 million and year of service: Ministry of Defence invites volunteer fighters to join AFU 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. 11.02.25 21:18 14 755 204

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. 10.02.25 21:38 1 406 5

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. 10.02.25 14:25 4 586 19

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. 10.02.25 11:57 1 895 11 Previously in trend: Ukrainian Arms

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. 09.02.25 16:11 2 506 19

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. 07.02.25 21:28 13 014 24

General Moisiuk and Captain Churkin appointed as Umierov’s deputies The Cabinet of Ministers has appointed new deputy ministers of defense of Ukraine. 07.02.25 17:59 7 109 18

Ukraine has increased production of long-range drones, which have become certain replacement for long-range missiles - Ministry of Defense Ukraine has significantly increased the production of domestic drones. In particular, long-range UAVs have to some extent replaced long-range missiles. 07.02.25 11:57 1 488 6

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. 07.02.25 12:40 2 135 38

Ministry of Defense authorizes 7 more small arms for use in Armed Forces In January 2025, the Ministry of Defense codified and authorized seven samples of small arms and grenade launchers manufactured by European and American arms companies for use in the units of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 06.02.25 17:29 3 024 2

Ukrainian-made ZEUS and HADES drones approved for use in Armed Forces, - Ministry of Defence The Ukrainian-made ZEUS and HADES unmanned aerial systems were codified and approved for operation in the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 05.02.25 17:04 3 660 18

Ukraine deploys robotic units as part of combat brigades of Armed Forces of Ukraine - Umerov The Ukrainian Defense Forces are introducing innovative technologies to save our soldiers. The Ministry of Defense is launching a project that will allow the army to scale up the use of unmanned ground systems. 05.02.25 10:37 2 919 10

Ministry of Defense has authorized use of Gimli ground robotic system in Armed Forces of Ukraine The Ministry of Defence of Ukraine has codified and approved for use in the Defence Forces a line of Gimli ground robotic systems (GMS) capable of performing evacuation tasks and transporting ammunition. 04.02.25 17:08 3 131 9

10 samples of combat helmets approved according to highest international standards - Ministry of Defence As of February 2025, the Ministry of Defence has approved 10 prototype ballistic helmets for use in the Armed Forces and the State Special Transport Service that meet the highest international protection standards. 03.02.25 12:57 4 877 13

Deadline for passing MMC for those with limited fitness will be postponed until 5 June. Draft law is at final stage of consideration in Rada, - Ministry of Defence The draft law that provides for the extension of the period of military medical commission for persons with limited fitness for military service is currently at the final stage of consideration in parliament. 03.02.25 14:53 2 604 16

Ukrainian deminers cleared over 8,700 hectares of de-occupied territories in January - Ministry of Defense In January 2025, the demining units of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine carried out a large-scale clearance of the de-occupied territories from explosive devices. 01.02.25 14:36 503 4

Ministry of Defense assured that situation around DPA did not affect supply of weapons to AFU The Ministry of Defense assured that the situation around the Defense Procurement Agency (DPA) did not affect the quality of weapons supplies to the AFU. 31.01.25 21:29 782 20

Ukraine gained associate membership in NATO Reserve Officers Organization - Defense Ministry Ukraine has gained associate membership in the world's largest organization of NATO reserve officers - the Confédération Interalliée des Officiers de Réserve (CIOR). 31.01.25 20:27 1 290 12

Ukrainian UAV "Hromylo" is authorized for use in Armed Forces of Ukraine - Ministry of Defense The Ukrainian-made Hromylo unmanned aerial vehicle has been codified and approved for use in the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 31.01.25 16:17 7 414 12

Bezrukova’s contract with DPA expires today, it will not be extended - Defense Ministry The Ministry of Defense has announced that Maryna Bezrukova's contract with the Defense Procurement Agency (DPA) is coming to an end today. 31.01.25 15:27 8 359 60

Finland will provide Ukraine with a military assistance package worth almost 200 million euros - country’s Ministry of Defense Finland has decided to provide the 27th package of military assistance to Ukraine worth about 200 million euros. 31.01.25 13:12 801 3 Previously in trend: Financial assistance to Ukraine

Ministry of Justice to consider complaint of Ministry of Defence on Bezrukova’s return to post of head of DPA The Ministry of Defence has filed a complaint to the Ministry of Justice regarding the return of Maryna Bezrukova to the post of head of the State Enterprise "Defence Procurement Agency". 31.01.25 09:20 3 730 27

Key NATO requirement is that DPA and DOT must remain operational. Otherwise, this will have negative impact on cooperation – Stefanishyna Ukraine’s Ministry of Defense must resolve the existing issues in the operation of the Defense Procurement Agency (DPA) and the State Operator For Non-Lethal Acquisition (DOT) by the end of February. Otherwise, this will have a negative impact on further cooperation with NATO and the EU. 30.01.25 18:31 2 223 21

Maritime Capabilities Coalition provides Ukraine with minesweepers, boats and drones - Ministry of Defense "The Maritime Coalition, established in December 2023 as part of the Contact Group on Assistance to Ukraine to support our country at sea and on rivers, provides Ukraine with minesweepers, boats, and drones. 29.01.25 13:41 713 0

New model of food supply for the military: Agreement signed with logistics company - Ministry of Defense "The State Logistics Operator has signed an agreement with UT Company LLC to implement a new model of food supply to the Armed Forces in 2025. The pilot project will start in Kyiv and the Kyiv region and provide for a clear separation of procurement and logistics functions. 29.01.25 12:37 1 361 8

NABU confirms registration of proceedings against Umierov on grounds of abuse of power The National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) has confirmed that it has registered proceedings based on the Anti-Corruption Action Center's (AntAC) statement that Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umierov committed a crime under Part 2 of Article 364 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine (abuse of power or office). 28.01.25 22:23 4 216 38

Government dismisses Umerov’s deputy Klimenkov The Cabinet of Ministers has decided to dismiss Dmytro Klimenkov from the post of Deputy Defence Minister. 28.01.25 13:16 3 495 14

Yermak’s business partner Koliubaiev received billions of dollars in contracts for drone production from MoD, - journalist Nikolov During the full-scale invasion of Ukraine by Russia, Artem Koliubaiev, a film producer and business partner of the head of the Presidential Office, became a co-owner of Culver, one of the largest suppliers of drones to the Ukrainian Armed Forces. 27.01.25 19:17 44 505 93

Umierov initiates internal investigation at DPA, Bezrukova temporarily suspended - media On January 24, Defense Minister Rustem Umierov initiated an internal investigation into the Defense Procurement Agency (DPA). The head of the DPA, Maryna Bezrukova, will be suspended from her duties for the duration of the investigation. 27.01.25 19:30 5 796 35

Shabunin: Notary from Yermak’s NGO "took over" DPA at Umierov’s request A notary from an NGO founded by the head of the OP Andrii Yermak helped to "take over" the DPA. 27.01.25 16:58 44 082 38

G7 ambassadors on change of leadership of DPA: adherence to principles of good governance is important for maintaining trust of international partners The ambassadors of the Group of Seven (G7) countries in Ukraine have responded to the situation around the Defense Procurement Agency due to the decision of Defense Minister Rustem Umierov not to extend the contract with its head, Maryna Bezrukova. 27.01.25 22:52 3 654 14

Leakage of information regarding contracts is problem not only for DPA, but also for the ministry as whole - Bezrukova The head of the Defense Procurement Agency, Maryna Bezrukova, believes that the leakage of information on contracts is a problem not only for her agency but for the ministry as a whole. 26.01.25 14:05 7 556 6

Umerov’s decisions regarding personnel changes at Defense Procurement Agency harm Ukraine’s image and should be canceled - GMF Yesterday's decisions of Defense Minister Rustem Umerov regarding personnel changes in the Defense Procurement Agency should be canceled, as they negatively affect the image of Ukraine. 25.01.25 13:47 6 224 53

Bezrukova stated that she remains current head of DPA, despite Ministry of Defense’s refusal to extend her contract On Friday, 24 January, Maryna Bezrukova announced that she would remain the current head of the Defence Procurement Agency despite the Ministry of Defence's refusal to extend her contract. 25.01.25 08:00 18 482 49

UAH 2.5 billion will be distributed monthly among AFU brigades to purchase UAVs - Umierov In December 2024, the Ministry of Defense transferred UAH 1.1 billion directly to the combat units of the Armed Forces of Ukraine for the purchase of drones. 21.01.25 15:59 775 7