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The solemn repatriation of 1,000 fallen Ukrainian servicemen underscores Ukraine's ongoing commitment to honoring its defenders. As the Coordination Headquarters continues this crucial task, the nation mourns notable losses, including Oleksandr Savov, a brave marine from Azovstal. President Zelenskyy recently awarded honors to 418 dedicated servicemen, acknowledging the ultimate sacrifice of 127 posthumous recipients. Meanwhile, the Ukrainian military navigates both internal and external challenges. Key debates continue around the allocation of resources, as demonstrated by discussions of the new Winter Support program. Additionally, regulatory frameworks evolve with the Supreme Court clarifying legal proceedings involving military personnel. This dynamic environment reflects Ukraine’s dedication to both present challenges and the memory of its fallen heroes.

What is the significance of Ukraine repatriating servicemen's bodies?

Repatriating the bodies of fallen servicemen is a solemn duty that honors the sacrifices made by soldiers and provides closure to their families. It reflects Ukraine's commitment to remembering its defenders and upholding national dignity, particularly in the context of ongoing conflict.

How is Ukraine supporting its servicemembers during wartime?

Ukraine supports its servicemembers through state honors, policy adaptations, and welfare programs. The Winter Support program is a recent initiative to aid military and civilian needs. Furthermore, the government is addressing legal frameworks for servicemen and enhancing contractual terms to boost morale and readiness.

What recent honors have been awarded to Ukrainian servicemembers?

President Zelenskyy has recently awarded state honors to 418 servicemembers, with 127 awarded posthumously. These honors reflect a recognition of exceptional valor and dedication in defending the nation, illustrating the highest gratitude and respect for their service.

What challenges do Ukrainian servicemembers face regarding resources and support?

Challenges include balancing resource allocation amidst financial constraints and ensuring support reaches all brigades effectively. The recent discussion regarding the Winter Support program highlights the need for comprehensive funding strategies to sustain military operations and personnel welfare under ongoing conflict conditions.

How is Ukraine addressing legal issues involving servicemen in court proceedings?

The Supreme Court has delineated when courts must suspend or continue proceedings involving servicemen. This legal clarification aims to ensure fair and timely legal processes, taking into account the complexities faced by servicemen engaged in national defense duties.

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армия рф One Russian subversive killed, two detained as Ukrainian soldiers repulsed attack near Troitske last night. PHOTOS Up to 20-men-strong enemy subversive and reconnaissance group made an attempt to penetrate into the Ukrainian troops’ rear near the village of Troitske in the Donetsk region last night. 155 144 25 Previously in trend: Evidence of Russian aggression in Ukraine

похороны Soldier who perished near Debaltseve in 2014 identified by DNA match and reburied in Kirovohrad. PHOTOS The last tribute was paid to Ukrainian serviceman Vadym Rohozhkin in the village of Mytrofanivka in the Novhorodka district of the Kirovohrad region today. The soldier was killed in the anti-terrorist operation zone in 2014. 28 134 0 Society

trident rapid репид трайдент Rapid Trident-2016: black berets practiced storming dam crossing. PHOTOS+VIDEO June 28, the participants of the Ukrainian-American Rapid Trident 2016 exercise started drills at the International Center for Peacemaking and Safety. In particular, a platoon of Marines under the command of Lt Pavlo Kryzhanivskyi practiced a strategic task involving the seizure of a critical object. Black berets had to take control and gain a foothold in positions near a strategically important dam. 50 898 45 Ukrainian Politics

учения hmmwv Ukrainian paratroopers pass HMMWV driver’s courses in Germany. PHOTOS Servicemen of 80th Separate Airborne Assault Brigade underwent HMMWV driver’s courses held at a U.S. military base in Germany. The U.S. instructors provided theoretical and practical training. 31 988 39 Ukrainian Politics

порошенко донбасс ато Poroshenko inspected strongholds at front line. PHOTOS+VIDEO President of Ukraine and Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Petro Poroshenko has inspected strongholds of the front line and spoke with soldiers of the 128th Separate Mountain-Infantry Brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 73 023 448 Ukrainian Politics

порошенко указ демобилизация Poroshenko signed decree on fifth wave of demobilization on front line near Donetsk airport. PHOTOS President Petro Poroshenko has signed a decree on demobilization of the military mobilized over the fifth round of draft. 35 054 139 Ukrainian Politics

порошенко десантник Poroshenko checked everyday soldiers' life of 79th Brigade in Mykolaiv. PHOTOS During his trip to Mykolaiv, President Petro Poroshenko visited the field camp of the 79th Separate Airmobile Brigade. 74 611 226 Ukrainian Politics

петраковский State should pay for treatment of Captain Petrakovskyi, who went into coma due to medical error, - Butusov. PHOTOS+DOCUMENTS The state is obliged to allocate funds for or find an alternative treatment for the hero of Ukraine, commander of a recon group of the 8th separate regiment of special purpose of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Petrakovskyi, who slipped into a coma due to medical error in Kharkiv military clinical center. 62 140 85 Society

армия награждение "I'm proud to be minister of warriors like you," - Defense Minister Poltorak awarded fighters of 93rd Brigade. PHOTOS During their working trip to the Armed Forces garrisons in the Odesa and Mykolaiv regions, Minister of Defense of Ukraine Stepan Poltorak and Deputy Head of the Presidential Administration of Ukraine Andrii Taranov visited the Shyrokyi Lan training ground, where they met with soldiers of the 93rd Brigade of the Pivden Operations Command of Ukraine's Ground Forces - ATO combatants recovering after combat missions in the country's east. 18 457 44 Ukrainian Politics

шемчук похороны василий Residents of Zhytomyr bid farewell to 81st Brigade soldier Vasyl Shemchuk killed near Pisky. PHOTOS The last tribute was paid to 81st Brigade serviceman Vasyl Shemchuk, killed in the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) zone. The farewell ceremony was held on the Soborna Square in Zhytomyr in the evening of June 1. 24 173 2 Incidents

бригада нацгвардия нгу быстрого реагирования National Guard rapid response brigade bestowed the Colors. PHOTOS+VIDEO The rapid response brigade, equipped with powerful weapons, was created to stop any enemy anywhere within the state and destroy it. 40 320 74 Ukrainian Politics

соревнования военнослужащие ато бойцы Ukrainian soldiers that lost limbs in ATO area competed in CrossFit. PHOTOS The CrossFit competition among participants of the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) in the east of Ukraine who were wounded in combat activities and lost their limbs took part in Kyiv on May 22. 34 608 56 Society

замета Ukrainian soldier Yehor Zameta died in German Charité clinic, - Ukraine’s Ambassador Melnyk. PHOTOS The Ukrainian soldier who had his wound treated in Germany has died. He was injured in September 2015 near Zaitseve village. 85 497 5 Incidents

циклаури tsiklauri Soldier from Georgia Rezo Tsiklauri killed in battle near Avdiivka. PHOTO Soldier of the Armed Forces of Ukraine native of Georgia Rezo Tsiklauri was killed near Avdiivka. 63 748 3 Incidents

гибель донбасс исаев сергей serhii isaiev Soldier of 122nd separate airmobile battalion Serhii Isaiev killed in combat mission. PHOTO The soldier of the 122nd separate airmobile battalion of the Airborne Troops of the Armed Forces of Ukraine was killed in the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) area on Monday. 80 415 93 Incidents

афанас Fighter of 81st Assault Brigade Oleh Afanas killed while conducting combat task yesterday. PHOTOS Ukrainian serviceman Oleh Afanas (born 1991) was killed yesterday morning. 151 552 120 Incidents

ранение ато бойцы вуйчич Without arms and legs, but with a thirst for life: legendary Nick Vujicic met with ATO fighters in Kyiv hospital. PHOTOS+VIDEO Australian philanthropist, writer, and singer Nick Vujicic, who was born with a rare hereditary disease without all the limbs, with only two stunted toes, met with ATO fighters in Kyiv Military Hospital, where he expressed admiration for Ukrainian soldiers. 92 015 48 Photo News

военные рф на погибших донбассе кадровые Ukraine's Security Service shows killed career soldiers of Russia: "War in Donbas in not Syrian safari - they would die!". PHOTOS The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) informs of liquidation of Russian career soldiers in combat activities in the Donbas. 337 169 486 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine Evidence of Russian aggression in Ukraine

война армия донбасс военнослужащие марьинка воин "Politicians far from the frontline have no idea what it's like here," - Ukrainian army positions in Marinka captured on camera. PHOTOS Next month marks two years since the war broke out in the Donbas. 38 125 76 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

бригада десантники полторак 80-я награждение. Minister Poltorak awarded 16 soldiers of 80th Airmobile Brigade for courage and professionalism in ATO. PHOTOS Today, March 14, Defense Minister, General of the Army of Ukraine Stepan Poltorak arrived at the Lviv garrison on his working visit. 17 380 27 Ukrainian Politics

россия военные донбасс High-ranking Russian officers arrived in Donbas to investigate data leak, - Defense Ministry Intelligence. PHOTOS Main Intelligence Department of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine reported about new facts of participation of staff officers of the Armed Forces of Russia in war crimes in the Donbas. The International Criminal Court will be provided with this information. 141 109 102 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

бондарев полковник One Russian military eliminated and three wounded in Donbas. PHOTO The Russian army suffered more losses in the Donbas. 134 374 186 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

вмс выпуск украины академии курсанты-нахимовцы Nakhimov Naval Academy cadets, who sang Ukrainian anthem as Russian flag was raised in Crimea, graduate from Odesa Naval Academy. PHOTOS 32 cadets of the Odesa National Naval Academy, who refused to violate the oath of loyalty to the Ukrainian people in Sevastopol, Crimea, two years ago, have been granted lieutenant shoulder straps and dirks. 39 146 104 Incidents

награда Soldiers and volunteers awarded with ‘People's Hero of Ukraine’ decoration in Poltava. PHOTOS The awards ceremony, where the heroes of the undeclared war - combatants, volunteers, doctors - received public decorations, took place in Poltava Feb. 10. Some heroes were awarded posthumously. The "Hero of Ukraine" decoration was instituted by the people themselves. The people raised silver for decorations, put forward candidates and awarded them. 12 533 37 Previously in trend: Volunteers for the Army

бунт riot Military officials guilty of terrible living conditions of 53rd Brigade soldiers at Shyrokyi Lan ground face up to nine years in prison. PHOTOS The military prosecutor’s office of Mykolaiv Garrison initiated criminal proceedings for providing inadequate social and living conditions and food to the servicemen of the 53rd Separate Mechanized Brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine at the Shyrokyi Lan range (Mykolaiv region). 128 474 432 Previously in trend: Shyrokyi Lan riot

взрыв Three Ukrainian soldiers wounded as their truck tripped mine in ATO area. PHOTOS Three servicemen of the 16th Separate Mechanized Infantry Battalion of the Armed Forces of Ukraine were injured after the truck they were driving tripped a mine in the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) area. 39 682 93 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

пагулич Memorial plate in honor of killed soldier Yevhen Pahulich opened in Kramatorsk. PHOTOS Memorial plate to the graduate of the Kramatorsk Higher Vocational School Evhen Pahulich, who died defending Ukraine from the terrorists and Kremlin mercenaries, was opened in Kramatorsk city, the Donetsk region, today. 12 653 28 Incidents

бригада гвардії легкої національної піхоти україни Ukrainian soldier Starskyi compares National Guard light infantry brigade selection program with US Marines’ hell week. PHOTO A Ukrainian military reveals details of the selection to the light infantry brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine. 52 720 146 Society

иловайск ilovaisk Soldiers who survived Ilovaisk pocket demand to punish generals responsible for tragedy. PHOTOS Soldiers of the Donbas Battalion, who have survived the entrapment near Ilovaisk, demand to immediately refer the case of the Ilovaisk tragedy to court, as well as bring to justice country’s senior military officials responsible for the deaths of hundreds of Ukrainian servicemen. 55 535 243 Incidents

гибель александр коваль азов Azov Regiment soldier Oleksandr Koval killed near Mariupol. PHOTO Soldier of the Azov Regiment, member of the Studentska Svoboda organization from the city of Khotyn Oleksandr Koval was killed accomplishing a combat mission near Mariupol Jan. 1. 94 437 88 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

гибель назар голюк Aidar battalion fighter Nazar Holiuk killed near Horlivka. PHOTO Nazar Holiuk, Aidar battalion soldier from Netishyn, was killed by a sniper in the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) area near Horlivka on Jan. 1, 2016. The bullet hit his heart. 91 043 97 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

зозуля Europa League medal put up for auction: soccer player Zozulia set to help ATO soldiers. PHOTOS Forward of FC Dnipro Dnipropetrovsk Roman Zozulia has put his Europa League final medal up for charity auction. The player intends to spend all proceeds on the needs of Ukrainian troops in ATO area. 13 400 47 Society

война армия Cats and guns. PHOTOstory from Ukraine's frontline by VICE News Casper, Conan, Papa, Primus, Sabre, Skeptic. The soldiers of the 2nd Platoon of the 7th Company of the 3rd Battalion of the 93rd Brigade of the Ukrainian Armed Forces — Kuprum (Copper) for short — have shed their former civilian skins to adopt a colorful range of wartime identities. 45 084 66 Previously in trend: War

учения украинской армии Ukrainian soldiers train to use counter-battery radars provided by US at Yavoriv training ground. PHOTOS The opening ceremony of the multinational training with participation of the detachments of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the joint multinational training group, which includes instructors from the United States, Canada, and Lithuania, has been held at the International Peacekeeping and Security Centre of the National Hetman Petro Sahaidachnyi Land Forces Academy in the Lviv region today, Nov 23. 52 215 76 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine

инструкторы литовские Lithuania sends military instructors to train Ukrainian troops. PHOTOS Lithuanian Grand Duke Algirdas Mechanized Infantry Battalion instructors will be arranging combat training for Ukrainian mechanized infantry. 12 151 95 Ukrainian Politics

егор замета Heavily wounded soldier Yehor Zameta underwent 12 surgeries, needs help, - volunteer Serhii Kuzminykh. PHOTOS Soldier of the 57th Motorized Brigade Yehor Zameta was seriously wounded Sept. 5, 2015 by an enemy sniper in the ATO area during the so-called "truce." The soldier has already undergone 12 surgeries, but his health condition is still very serious. There is hope that Israeli doctors will help return the guy to normal life. To make it happen, he needs our help. 37 519 176 Previously in trend: Assistance to the Wounded

сватово Bodies of two more soldiers found in Svatove storage facilities, - Regional State Administration. PHOTOS Bodies of two military who were killed by the fire at the ammunition storage have been found in Svatove, the Luhansk region. The deceased were field engineers from the field engineering unit, originally from the Volyn and Cherkasy regions. 10 310 49 Previously in trend: Explosions in Svatove

армия учения военные вдв десантники ATO fighters share their combat experience with recently mobilized paratroopers. PHOTOS Joint combat drills of artillery units of the 80th Separate Landing and Assault Brigade are underway at a shooting range in the Zhytomyr region. 18 310 44 Ukrainian Politics

порошенко poroshenko "Time of inconsiderate pacifism has gone. There is constant military threat from the East ahead," - Poroshenko. PHOTOS President of Ukraine Petro Poroshenko believes that Russia will be posing threat to Ukraine in military terms for a rather long time. 76 487 380 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

ляшук моджахед modzhakhed liashuk Supporter of ISIS, member of Tornado Company nicknamed Modzhakhed suspected of commission of most heinous crimes detained near Kyiv, - Chief Military Prosecutor Matios. PHOTOS Law enforcers have arrested member of the special forces Tornado Company of the Interior Ministry nicknamed Modzhakhed (Mujahideen) in a hotel complex situated at Obukhiv highway near Kyiv Wednesday night. According to Chief Military Prosecutor, Modzhakhed is the most dangerous and mean of all the suspects. 106 321 290 Incidents

порошенко Poroshenko visited wounded Ukrainian soldiers in Berlin hospital: "I am very proud of heroes like you". PHOTOS+VIDEO During a working trip to Germany, President of Ukraine Petro Poroshenko visited Berlin military hospital where several Ukrainian soldiers are undergoing treatment. 33 949 135 Previously in trend: Assistance to the Wounded Aid to Ukraine

свеча памяти Seven Ukrainian soldiers killed and 11 injured in battle near Novolaspa, - "Right Sector” Medical Service Head. PHOTOS Seven Ukrainian servicemen were killed and 11 more injured as a result of the engagement near Novolaspa. 165 798 448 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine Assistance to the Wounded

орден герой украины народный 21 Ukrainians awarded title of National Hero of Ukraine, including well-known fighters, doctors, and volunteers. PHOTOS First Orders of the National Hero of Ukraine were awarded to 21 great Ukrainians (14 military and seven civilians) yesterday, including soldiers, medics, volunteers and a chaplain. 80 079 120 Previously in trend: Volunteers for the Army

кузьминых ‘Cyborg’ Oleh Kuzminykh, recently freed from captivity, needs rehabilitation. Call for support PHOTO Long rehabilitation is waiting for Oleh Kuzminykh, commander of the 90th battalion of the 81st Brigade, liberated from the captivity yesterday. 147 439 317 Previously in trend: Assistance to the Wounded Fighting for the Donetsk airport

гибель память вадим пугачев memory vadim pugachev Vadim Pugachev, soldier of the 92nd Brigade killed in battle with Russian special operations regiment. PHOTO Soldier of the 92nd Brigade Vadim Pugachev was killed during clash with the Russian special purpose troops. 181 599 737 Previously in trend: Captured Russian special forces operatives

матвиенко андрей Andrii Matvienko Daughter of Ukrainian hero solider received medal "For bravery and courage" of her killed father, who saved 30 men. PHOTO of the day The photo of a little girl who received a medal "For bravery and courage" in place of her deceased father caused enormous response and a lot of emotions in social media. 107 201 273 World

сша парад в эстонии American and British military parade near Russian border. PHOTOS U.S. armored vehicles and British soldiers held a parade through Narva, the Estonian border city, amid increasing tensions between Russia and the West. 148 613 313 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

эвакуация ато People wounded and evacuated from Debaltseve need help - volunteers. PHOTOS Ukrainian volunteers help those evacuated from the Debaltseve salient, as well as those who did not manage to leave, or are being treated in front line hospitals. 39 784 25 Previously in trend: Assistance to the Wounded Volunteers for the Army