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The unwavering courage and commitment of servicemen are pivotal in ongoing defense efforts. President Zelenskyy recently awarded soldiers from the Unmanned Systems Forces, recognizing their bravery in neutralizing a Russian Ka-52 helicopter using an FPV drone. This highlights the critical roles played by servicemen in Ukraine's defense. Additionally, the plight of soldiers in Kramatorsk, withdrawn after a year in encirclement, underscores the intense challenges they endure. Meanwhile, reform measures are underway to enhance their welfare, alongside initiatives for psychological support. These narratives demonstrate both the valor and hardships that servicemen face in fulfilling their duties.

What was the significance of the destruction of the Russian Ka-52 helicopter?

The destruction of the Russian Ka-52 helicopter by the Unmanned Systems Forces showcases the tactical prowess of Ukrainian servicemen. Using advanced technology like an FPV drone, they successfully executed a significant air defense operation, earning commendations from President Zelenskyy. This incident represents a symbolic victory in the ongoing conflict, demonstrating the innovative strategies employed by Ukrainian forces.

What challenges do servicemen face in the Kramatorsk direction?

Servicemen operating in the Kramatorsk direction face extreme challenges, including prolonged periods of encirclement and combat exposure. The recent extraction of soldiers who spent a year surrounded highlights the resilience required to endure harsh conditions while maintaining defense lines against opposing forces. Such experiences underscore the dedication and psychological fortitude demanded of military personnel.

How is Ukraine supporting its servicemen despite ongoing conflicts?

Amidst ongoing conflicts, Ukraine implements various support initiatives for servicemen, including awarding bravery, reforming defense procurement, and enhancing social protection. Psychological support projects have been completed to restore servicemen's combat readiness. These measures aim to bolster morale and provide essential resources required for their service, demonstrating a commitment to their welfare.

How does the role of IT specialists enhance military capabilities?

The inclusion of mobilized IT specialists as officers in the military underscores the strategic emphasis on digital transformation within Ukraine’s defense forces. These specialists contribute by leveraging their technological expertise to enhance cyber capabilities, optimize communication systems, and implement digital solutions crucial for modern warfare, thus strengthening the overall operational efficiency.

What reforms are being implemented in Ukraine's military brigades?

Recent reforms in Ukraine's military brigades primarily focus on transforming internal culture and improving conditions for all personnel. This includes aligning practices such as dining and combat missions to create a uniform experience between officers and soldiers. These changes aim to foster solidarity, accountability, and effectiveness within military ranks, driving integrated defense strategies.

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Two soldiers detained in Kharkiv region for double murder Police have detained two soldiers who fled their unit armed and killed two people in Kharkiv region. PHOTOS In the Kharkiv region, law enforcement officers have arrested suspects in the murder of two men in a village. 4 900 11 Previously in trend: Arrest for murder

Three infantrymen from the Alcatraz battalion of the 93rd Brigade "Kholodny Yar" Three soldiers from 93rd Mechanised Brigade "Kholodnyi Yar" held their positions in Kostyantynivka sector for 224 days. PHOTOS Infantrymen from the Alcatraz Battalion of the 93rd Separate Mechanised Brigade "Kholodnyi Yar" have successfully withdrawn from their positions in the Kostiantynivka sector, where they had been holding the line for over seven months. 7 628 48 Previously in trend: Ukrainian Armed Forces soldiers withdraw from positions

Volodymyr Fomichenko-Zakutskyi killed while defending Ukraine Serviceman and media professional Volodymyr Fomichenko-Zakutskyi killed defending Ukraine. PHOTO Former Zaborona Media marketing director Volodymyr Fomichenko-Zakutskyi was killed while carrying out a combat mission in the Donetsk region. 4 923 8 Previously in trend: losses of Ukraine

Former military officer demanded money from the family of a fallen defender: what is known? Serviceman detained for demanding 500,000 hryvnias from family of fallen defender in Vinnytsia region – SBI. VIDEO+PHOTOS A former soldier from one of the Vinnytsia region units was caught red-handed demanding money from the family of a fallen defender. 5 228 20 Previously in trend: Extortion of funds

stole equipment for air defence Platoon commander stole and sold equipment for air defence in Kyiv region: he was notified of suspicion, - SBI. PHOTO In the Kyiv region, employees of the State Bureau of Investigation (SBI), together with the Security Service of Ukraine (SSU), exposed the commander of a platoon of one of the military units of the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. He appropriated equipment used for combat duty and airspace protection in the Kyiv region. 4 657 33 Previously in trend: Air defence operation in Kyiv region

Infantrymen of the 60th Brigade continuously held their positions for 143 and 99 days Two infantrymen from 60th Mechanised Brigade returned from their positions after 143 and 99 days of continuous combat. PHOTOS Soldiers from the 60th Separate Mechanised Ingulets Brigade returned from positions where they had been defending for 143 and 99 days. 12 559 49 Previously in trend: Ukrainian Armed Forces soldiers withdraw from positions

Another 1,000 bodies of defenders have been returned Bodies of another 1,000 fallen defenders have been returned to Ukraine, - Coordination Headquarters. PHOTOS Today, 26 February, repatriation measures were carried out, during which 1,000 bodies (remains) of the deceased were returned to Ukraine, which, according to preliminary information from the Russian side, may belong to Ukrainian servicemen. 3 072 8 Previously in trend: repatriation of the bodies of fallen soldiers

Psychological support and rehabilitation of military personnel Armed Forces of Ukraine have completed third cycle of project phase on psychological support for military personnel, - General Staff. PHOTOS The Armed Forces of Ukraine have completed the third training cycle as part of a project to provide psychological support and restore the combat readiness of military personnel. 947 23 Previously in trend: Psychological support for the military

Vice-rector of military academy to stand trial Vice-rector of military academy who involved subordinates in building his house to stand trial. PHOTOS Prosecutors of the Khmelnytskyi Specialized Prosecutor’s Office in the field of defense of the Western Region have referred to court the case of the vice-rector for logistics of a military academy who, according to the investigation, involved subordinates in the construction of his private house on the outskirts of Khmelnytskyi. 2 916 7 Previously in trend: Corruption in law enforcement agencies

Tymofiiko "When I write, I can distract myself": story of commander of company of UAV operators and writer Serhii Tymofiiko. VIDEO+PHOTO Serhii Tymofiiko, commander of the 63rd SMB's UAV company, talked about how he combines commanding his unit with his literary activities. Serhii edited his last two books during the fighting in the Serebryanskyi Forest, and is now writing a new thriller novel. 1 506 2

Palisas spoke about the implementation of the General Staff’s decision on the front line Palisa after visit to front: brigades receive direct reinforcements under Supreme Commander-in-Chief’s HQ decision. PHOTOS Deputy Head of the President’s Office, Pavlo Palisa, visited a number of corps and brigades on the frontline. 7 926 40 Previously in trend: Corps system in AFU

POW return: Ukrainian soldier presumed dead since 2022 comes home back Defender Nazar Daletskyi returns from captivity after being presumed dead for over three years. VIDEO&PHOTOS During today’s prisoner exchange, defender Nazar Daletskyi returned to Ukraine. He had been presumed dead since September 2022. 9 986 5 Previously in trend: Prisoner swap

Rivne futsal player and physical education lecturer Eduard Petryk killed in Kharkiv region. Rivne futsal player and physical education lecturer Eduard Petryk killed in war. PHOTO On January 10, during a combat mission near Novoserhiivka in Izium district, Kharkiv region, Eduard Petryk, a player for Rivne futsal teams and a lecturer in physical education and sport, was killed. 3 442 7 Previously in trend: losses of Ukraine

Ukraine returned the body of an occupier to the Russian Federation Ukraine returned body of occupier to Russian Federation whom Russians had previously passed off as deceased Ukrainian defender. PHOTO During the repatriation of the deceased on 29 January, Ukraine returned the body of a Russian occupier to Russia, which the Russians had previously handed over to Kyiv under the guise of a deceased Ukrainian serviceman. 8 716 11 Previously in trend: repatriation of the bodies of fallen soldiers

Russian surgeons from the so-called "Friends of Donbas Medicine" group Media identified Russian surgeons who had burned "Glory to Russia" on body of Ukrainian prisoner. PHOTO The inscription "Glory to Russia" and the letter Z on the body of Ukrainian prisoner of war Andrii Pereverzev were made during an operation at the largest hospital in Donbas – the "Donetsk Clinical Territorial Medical Association" (DOKTMO). This inscription could have been left by Russian surgeons from the so-called "Friends of Donbas Medicine" group. 29 099 51 Previously in trend: War crimes of Russia

Photojournalist and serviceman Volodymyr Siniichuk killed in combat Photojournalist Volodymyr Siniichuk killed in combat in Donetsk region. PHOTO A serviceman, photojournalist for the Poltava region newspaper Ridnyi Krai, Volodymyr Siniichuk, was killed in combat against the Russian invaders. 3 582 4 Previously in trend: losses of Ukraine

In Konotop, a regional council deputy and his son beat up military personnel Sumy Regional Council deputy and his son beat up military personnel in Konotop. PHOTO In the Sumy region, law enforcement officers reported suspicions against a regional council deputy and his son, who got into a fight with military personnel at a restaurant in the city of Konotop. 8 782 64 Previously in trend: Beating of serviceman

Kyiv bids farewell to UVA soldier Lana Chornohorska Kyiv bids farewell to UVA soldier Lana Chornohorska (Sati). PHOTOS On 6 January, in Kyiv, at the crematorium of the Baikove Cemetery, a farewell ceremony was held for Lana Chornohorska (call sign Sati), a soldier in the Ukrainian Volunteer Army (UVA) who died on the front line on 1 January. 5 682 9 Previously in trend: losses of Ukraine

Car explosion in Kyiv Car explosion in Obolon classified as terrorist attack: soldier wounded, - prosecutor’s office. PHOTO Today, 4 January 2026, an explosion occurred in the courtyard of a building on Heroiv Dnipra Street in Kyiv while the boot of a car was being opened. 6 442 35 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks in Ukraine Explosion in Kyiv

Mykola Shevchenko Defending Ukraine, platoon commander Mykola Shevchenko was killed at frontline. PHOTO Defending Ukraine, serviceman Mykola Shevchenko was killed at the frontline. 4 868 9 Previously in trend: losses of Ukraine

Infantrymen held a position for 130 days in the Kostiantynivka direction 93rd Brigade infantry held position in Kostiantynivka direction for over 130 days. PHOTO Fighters of the 93rd Separate Mechanized Brigade "Kholodnyi Yar", Denys "Bars" and Dmytro "K2," held a position in the Kostiantynivka direction for more than 130 days. 3 131 23 Previously in trend: Kostiantynivka direction

1,003 bodies of deceased soldiers returned to Ukraine Bodies of another 1,003 fallen defenders have been returned to Ukraine, - Coordination Headquarters. PHOTOS As part of repatriation measures, 1,003 bodies were returned to Ukraine, which, according to the Russian side, belong to Ukrainian servicemen.  2 819 20 Previously in trend: repatriation of the bodies of fallen soldiers

Two National Guard soldiers from Varash held their position near Pokrovsk for over 160 days. Two National Guard fighters held their position near Pokrovsk for over 160 days. PHOTOS National Guard soldiers "Tequila" and "Cook" from Varash held their position for over 160 days under constant shelling by the Russian army near Pokrovsk in the Donetsk region. 6 577 31 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction

Drunk man stabs soldier in Frankivsk Drunk man stabs serviceman in Ivano-Frankivsk, attacker charged. PHOTOS A 59-year-old local resident in Ivano-Frankivsk, who was intoxicated, stabbed a National Guard serviceman. 3 731 20

Dmytro Banin At age of 20, he stood up to defend Ukraine: Dmytro Banin, soldier from Kherson, died on front line. PHOTO On 3 December 2025, soldier Dmytro Banin died on the front line while defending Ukraine. 3 729 14 Previously in trend: losses of Ukraine

Repatriation measures on 20 November Ukraine repatriates bodies of another 1,000 fallen defenders – Coordination Headquarters. PHOTOS Today, 20 November, repatriation measures took place. 1,000 bodies, which according to the Russian side belong to Ukrainian servicemen, were returned to Ukraine. 3 086 8 Previously in trend: repatriation of the bodies of fallen soldiers

Ukrainian marine Oleksandr Savov has died Azovstal marine Oleksandr Savov, who returned from Russian captivity eight months ago, has died. PHOTO Ukrainian marine Oleksandr Savov has died; this spring he returned from Russian captivity after almost three years in detention. 7 891 13 Previously in trend: losses of Ukraine

convicted Court sentences Kyiv resident who robbed veteran in wheelchair to eight years in prison. PHOTO The court sentenced a Kyiv resident to eight years in prison for robbing a former soldier who lost a limb on the front line. 2 123 4

Kyiv bids farewell to Kostyantyn Guzenko Kyiv bids farewell to marine and Ukraïner photographer Kostiantyn Huzenko. VIDEO+PHOTOS A farewell ceremony was held in Kyiv for Kostiantyn Huzenko, a serviceman of the 35th Separate Marine Brigade, who was killed in a Russian strike. 2 452 6 Previously in trend: losses of Ukraine

Zelenskyy visited the command post of the 4th Brigade of the National Guard’s Rubizh operational unit Zelenskyy visits command post of National Guard’s Rubizh Brigade in Dobropillia direction. PHOTOS President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with soldiers from the 4th Brigade of the National Guard's Rubizh Special Operations Forces, who, together with neighbouring units, are defending the Dobropillia area. The soldiers were awarded state honours. 2 332 8 Previously in trend: Awarding awards to military Rubizh Brigade Situation in Dobropillia direction

The Armed Forces of Ukraine have begun to issue adaptive clothing to soldiers who are being treated for injuries. "Wounded Warrior Package": 50,000 adaptive clothing items already delivered to defenders. PHOTO Units of the Medical Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine have begun distributing adaptive clothing items developed on the initiative of the Ministry of Defense and the Command of the Medical Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 2 364 7 Previously in trend: Wounded Warrior Package

Military lunch Hudymenko showed what seriously wounded soldiers are fed on evacuation trains: "If you don’t know who to spend money on, feed wounded.". PHOTO Yurii Hudymenko, head of the Public Anti-Corruption Council at the Ministry of Defence, showed the lunch that a wounded soldier recently received during a trip on an evacuation train. 39 505 186 Previously in trend: Military nutrition during treatment Nutrition in the AFU

Two Ukrainian soldiers held their positions on the front line for 165 days without interruption. AFU soldiers Oleksandr Tishaiev and Oleksandr Aliksiienko held frontline positions for 165 days straight. PHOTOS Soldiers of the Territorial Defence Forces – Oleksandr Tishaiev and Oleksandr Aliksieienko – held their positions on the front line for 165 consecutive days. The soldiers were awarded state honours. 15 263 71 Previously in trend: Awarding awards to military

Poet Roman Sobechko killed on the front line Poet and soldier Roman Sobechko died defending Ukraine. PHOTO A poet and soldier of the 132nd Separate Reconnaissance Battalion of the Air Assault Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Roman Sobechko, was killed in the Pokrovsk axis. 3 904 6 Previously in trend: losses of Ukraine

1,000 bodies of Ukrainian soldiers delivered to Ukraine Bodies of another 1,000 fallen soldiers have been returned to Ukraine - Coordination Headquarters. PHOTO On 23 October, repatriation activities took place. 1,000 bodies were returned to Ukraine, which, according to the Russian side, belonged to Ukrainian servicemen. 3 115 12 Previously in trend: repatriation of the bodies of fallen soldiers

Police expose medics who profited from soldiers Doctors in Ternopil region exposed for selling fake diagnoses to soldiers for transfer to rear. PHOTO In the Ternopil region, National Police officers in cooperation with military law enforcement officers exposed a group of doctors who promised to provide the "right" diagnosis for a monetary reward, which would allow the military to be transferred to rear units. 1 304 6 Previously in trend: bribe-taking doctors

The State Bureau of Investigation detained a National Guard soldier who fatally injured a teenager in Kryvyi Rih National Guardsman fatally hits teenager at crosswalk in Kryvyi Rih: he was detained – SBI. PHOTO Employees of the State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) have detained and served a notice of suspicion to a serviceman of the National Guard of Ukraine who fatally hit a teenage boy at a pedestrian crossing in Kryvyi Rih on October 18. 3 302 13 Previously in trend: Fatal traffic accidents

27-year-old defender Serhiy Pavuk killed in the war 27-year-old Azov fighter Serhii Pavuk killed in action defending Ukraine. PHOTO On September 29, Senior Soldier Serhii Pavuk from Lviv region, a fighter of the 12th Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine "Azov," was killed in action while carrying out a combat mission in the Donetsk direction. 5 887 14 Previously in trend: losses of Ukraine

Detention of military personnel in Ternopil region Group of military personnel who tortured people and demanded money were detained in Ternopil region - National Police. PHOTOS Police in the Ternopil region have detained a group of servicemen involved in a series of violent and property crimes. 16 408 75

Actor and soldier Oleksiy Nakonechny died in a car accident Actor and Ukrainian Armed Forces serviceman Oleksii Nakonechnyi (Artist) killed in car accident. PHOTO Ukrainian actor and serviceman Oleksii Nakonechnyi, with call sign "Artist," was tragically killed in a car accident at the age of 46. 14 146 8 Previously in trend: losses of Ukraine

A soldier in the Armed Forces came to a shop in the Lviv region with a grenade AWOL serviceman came to shop in Lviv region with grenade: he was detained by special forces. PHOTO In Lviv region, a 45-year-old resident of a local village entered a grocery store carrying a grenade. The man turned out to be a serviceman currently listed as AWOL. He was detained by special forces. 4 869 16 Previously in trend: Illegal possession of weapons

Transfer of military personnel to other military units: Cabinet of Ministers resolution Government streamlines process of transferring servicemen to other military units: what has changed. INFOGRAPHICS On 1 October, the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine adopted decisions on the transfer of servicemen to other military units on the proposal of the Ministry of Defence. 3 917 13 Previously in trend: Transfer of servicemen to other military units

Ukraine has returned the bodies of 1,000 fallen defenders Ukraine repatriates bodies of another 1,000 fallen service members — Coordination Headquarters. PHOTO On 18 September, a repatriation measures took place. 1000 bodies of Ukrainian servicemen were returned to Ukraine. 2 743 12 Previously in trend: repatriation of the bodies of fallen soldiers Exchange of deceased

Zelenskyy congratulated the scouts on their professional holiday and presented them with awards. Zelenskyy congratulates military intelligence officers and presents state awards. PHOTOS Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy congratulated servicemen on Military Intelligence Day, which was marked the previous day, and presented them with state awards. 1 358 7 Previously in trend: Awarding awards to military

Soldier of 46th Separate Airmobile Brigade Volodymyr Kostenko died in battle with the occupiers Soldier of 46th SAB Volodymyr Kostenko (Vepr) killed in battle with Russian occupiers. PHOTO A soldier of 46th Separate Airmobile Brigade (SAB), Volodymyr Kostenko (Vepr), was killed defending Ukraine. 4 194 11 Previously in trend: losses of Ukraine

Khabarov Oleksiy Master of Sports of Ukraine, international class in shooting and multiple record holder Oleksii Khabarov killed in war. PHOTO While defending Ukraine from Russian aggression, Oleksii Khabarov, a Master of Sports of Ukraine, international class; multiple national record holder; and founder of the Phoenix shooting club, was killed. 6 961 9 Previously in trend: losses of Ukraine

Ukrainian soldier killed at the front line a few days before his father’s return from captivity Soldier killed in battle few days before his father’s return from three years in Russian captivity. PHOTO The sad news came from the Zaporizhzhia sector: a soldier, Yaroslav Boichuk, son of the famous Mariupol defender Oleksandr Boichuk, was killed while performing a combat mission. 5 428 7 Previously in trend: losses of Ukraine

52 military personnel found to be Russian agents — SBU SSU has exposed 52 Russian agents among the military since start of full-scale invasion. PHOTOS Since the start of the full-scale war, the Security Service of Ukraine has identified 207 agents of the Russian special services, 52 of whom were active servicemen. 44 traitors were sentenced to 12-15 years in prison. 1 393 9 Previously in trend: Recruited FSB agents