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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 No one killed, one soldier wounded yesterday, - ATO speaker No Ukrainian soldiers were killed in the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) area in the east of Ukraine on Thursday, Sept. 24. 2 612 8 Incidents

война армия донбасс военнослужащие марьинка воин No one killed, one Ukrainian soldier wounded yesterday, - ATO speaker One Ukrainian soldier was wounded in the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) in the east of Ukraine on April 26. 4 920 7 Incidents

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. 3 574 20

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. 5 187 7 Previously in trend: losses of Ukraine

nabu, sapo No one will allow Ukraine’s European choice to be crossed out, - military Shuklinov Soldier Petro Shuklinov called on the Verkhovna Rada to repeal draft law No. 12414, which effectively eliminates the independence of the NABU and the SAPO. 2 389 20 Previously in trend: Abolition of NABU and SAPO independence

Dmytro Shapovalov, freed from Russian captivity in 2023, has died "He dreamt of apple for year": soldier Dmytro Shapovalov, freed from captivity two years ago, dies Serviceman Dmytro Shapovalov, who was freed from Russian captivity as part of a prisoner exchange on April 26, 2023, has died in Vinnytsia region. 18 021 25 Previously in trend: losses of Ukraine

The soldier was selling weapons Soldier who attempted to sell stolen weapons worth over UAH 1.7 million has been detained, - SBI. PHOTO SBI officers detained and served a notice of suspicion to a serviceman who tried to illegally sell weapons that were on the balance sheet of his military unit in Donetsk region. 3 394 13 Previously in trend: Illegal arms trafficking

Poland Polish Ministry of Defense refutes fake news about "privileges" for Ukrainian military personnel in hospitals: Attempt at manipulation by Russian Federation The Polish Ministry of National Defense has dismissed as fake claims that Ukrainian military personnel allegedly have advantages over Poles in terms of access to medical care. 1 166 14 Previously in trend: Russian fake news

Three Ukrainian soldiers injured, one traumatized in action over past day, - ATO HQ Three Ukrainian soldiers injured, one traumatized in action over past day, - ATO HQ Combined Russian and terrorist forces continued violating cease-fire deal in the Donbas yesterday which resulted in three injured Ukrainian servicemen. One more soldier also received a combat trauma. 6 078 7 Incidents

военные военнослужащие ато воины воин муравский Three Ukrainian soldiers wounded in enemy shelling yesterday, - Staff Three Ukrainian military were wounded in combat in the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) in the east of Ukraine on March 23. 3 931 7 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Pavel Petrychenko was awarded the title of Hero of Ukraine Fallen soldier of 59th SMIB, Pavlo Petrychenko, awarded title of Hero of Ukraine (posthumously) President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has posthumously awarded the title of Hero of Ukraine, along with the Order of the Golden Star, to Junior Sergeant Pavlo Petrychenko of the 59th Separate Motorized Infantry Brigade (SMIB) of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, an activist who was killed last year in Donetsk region. 3 120 7 Previously in trend: Awarding the title Hero of Ukraine

Court arrested suspected murderer of demobilized soldier Prykhodko for two months The Shevchenkivskyi District Court of Kyiv has arrested Artur Biriuk, suspected of murder of the demobilized fighter of the 12th Separate Mechanized Infantry Battalion Artem Prykhodko, for two months today, on April 2. 8 036 7 Incidents

смерть Ethnic Russian Vitaly Solomkin, who fought with Right Sector, killed in Donbas. PHOTO Another Ukrainian defender, fighter Vitaly 'Vitek' Solomkin was killed in Ukraine-Russia war in the Donbas on Dec. 10. 93 951 7 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

смерть герой 21-year-old Donbas Battalion fighter Volodymyr Zeilyk killed in Marinka area. PHOTO On Aug. 7, Donbas Battalion fighter Volodymyr Zeilyk was killed in Marinka area. 44 570 7 Photo News

военные военнослужащие ато воины воин муравский No one killed, one Ukrainian soldier wounded yesterday, - ATO spokesperson One Ukrainian military was injured in the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) in the east of Ukraine on Nov. 2. 2 321 7 Incidents

ничега Azov Battalion fighter Nicheha killed near Mariupol. PHOTO Azov Battalion special reconnaissance fighter Mykola Nicheha has died in the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) area. 91 350 7 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

свеча памяти Two Ukrainian soldiers killed, seven injured yesterday, - ATO speaker Two Ukrainian military were killed and seven more were injured in the course of the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) on June 14. 17 202 7 Incidents

память,світла Ukrainian soldier Serhii Yatsenko was killed in Kharkiv region. PHOTO While defending Ukraine, a soldier Serhii Volodymyrovych Yatsenko, a native of Chernihiv region, died at the front. 6 922 7 Previously in trend: War

переможці They lost their limbs, but not their spirit: Peremozhtsi 2 photo exhibition to open in Kyiv. PHOTO On Wednesday, April 19, Peremozhtsi 2 (Winners 2) exhibition will open in Kyiv. 15 996 7 Society

кириченко илья Ukrainian fighter Illia Kyrychenko killed in mortar shelling in Donbas. PHOTO Ukrainian Hero Illia Kyrychenko died after being wounded in mortar shelling by Russian militants. 30 982 7 Incidents

военные военнослужащие ато воины воин муравский No one killed, three Ukrainian soldiers injured over past day, - ATO speaker Three Ukrainian soldiers were wounded in the course of the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) Oct. 6. 4 480 7 Incidents

Several UN member states urge Russia to immediately release Ukrainian sailors Several UN member states urge Russia to immediately release Ukrainian sailors The representatives of the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, Poland, Lithuania, Sweden, Estonia, the Netherlands, Bulgaria, Georgia, Latvia and Canada called on Russia to release the captured Ukrainian ships and their crews unconditionally and without delay. 2 819 7 Previously in trend: Azov Sea blockade

Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Mark Rutte visit wounded soldiers in Odesa Zelenskyy and Rutte visited military hospital in Odesa where wounded defenders are recovering. PHOTOS President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte visited one of the medical institutions in Odesa where Ukrainian defenders are recovering from their injuries. 2 136 10 Previously in trend: Zelenskyy’s meeting with Rutte

Russian proxies started the day with attacks on defenders of Vodiane, Marinka, Avdiivka, - ATO HQ Russian proxies started the day with attacks on defenders of Vodiane, Marinka, Avdiivka, - ATO HQ The Russian mercenaries have already committed four attacks on positions of the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) forces along the contact line since the beginning of the day. 4 910 7 Incidents

Україна повернула тіла 254 загиблих військових Ukraine returns bodies of 254 fallen defenders. PHOTOS Ukraine managed to return the bodies of 221 defenders who fought in the Donetsk sector, 25 fallen soldiers from the Zaporizhzhia sector, 4 fallen defenders from the Luhansk sector and 4 dead soldiers whose bodies were transferred from morgues in the Russian Federation. 6 655 7 Previously in trend: War

Four soldiers were rescued from occupation. They had been there for three years. Four soldiers who hid from ruscists for 3 years freed from occupation. VIDEO Four Ukrainian defenders, who had been hiding from Russian invaders for 3 years, were rescued from the occupied territory. 7 601 13 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas

Zelenskyy Zelenskyy awarded title of Hero of Ukraine to six soldiers, four of them posthumously President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has conferred the title of Hero of Ukraine on six servicemembers, four of whom received the country’s highest state award posthumously. 5 850 8 Previously in trend: Honouring Armed Forces of Ukraine with awards

военнослужащие ато широкино военне No one killed, three Ukrainian soldiers wounded yesterday, - ATO spokesperson Three Ukrainian military received injuries in the course of the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) in the east of Ukraine on Dec. 29. 4 927 7 Incidents

военные военнослужащие ато воины воин муравский No one killed, four Ukrainian soldiers wounded yesterday, - ATO spokesperson Four Ukrainian military received injuries in the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) in the east of Ukraine on Jan. 22. 3 992 7 Incidents

Максим Кузів та Андрій Степанець Soldiers of 93rd SMB Maksym Kuziv (Zalizniak) and Andriy Stepanets (Siabr) were killed in fierce fighting near Klishchiivka. PHOTO On 07 July 2024, activists of the Ternopil branch of the Sokil NGO, volunteers of the Russian-Ukrainian war, fighters of the 93rd separate mechanised brigade "Kholodnyi Yar" Maksym Kuziv (call sign Zalizniak) and Andriy Stepanets (Siabr) heroically died in fierce battles near Klishchiivka in Donetsk Oblast. 8 425 7 Previously in trend: War

Zelenskyy and Albanian PM Edi Rama had a phone call Zelenskyy awards state honors to 956 servicemen, 527 of them posthumously President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has awarded state honors to 956 servicemen, 527 of them posthumously. 894 7 Previously in trend: Honouring Armed Forces of Ukraine with awards

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. 2 203 7 Previously in trend: Wounded Warrior Package

смерть свеча Two dead in combat training at Chuhuivskyi range, - Skhid Operations Command Two servicemen have died during military training at the Chuhuivskyi range in the Kharkiv region. 24 863 7 Incidents

военные военнослужащие ато воины воин муравский Three fighters of Ukrainian army wounded in action yesterday, - ATO Staff Three Ukrainian soldiers were wounded in the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) area on March 28. 3 835 7 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

попелюх Soldier Volodymyr Popeliukh was killed defending Ukraine near Synkivka. PHOTO Soldier Popeliukh Volodymyr Anatoliiovych was killed near Synkivka in the Kharkiv region. 6 189 7 War in Ukraine

Verkhovna Rada plans to introduce vacations for military Rada plans to introduce mandatory vacations for military personnel The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine is preparing to introduce a bill that guarantees mandatory leave for military personnel performing combat missions. 3 619 24

военнослужащие ато широкино военне No casualties in Ukrainian army yesterday, three soldiers wounded, - ATO spokesman Three Ukrainian fighters were wounded on March 7. 6 433 7 Incidents

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. 2 302 7

Військові зможуть переходити між частинами Decision to transfer soldiers will be made within 72 hours, unreasonable refusals will be reviewed by MoD - Umierov on new mechanism of transfer between units Today, on November 12, the government supported an important step by approving a project that simplifies the submission of reports for military personnel to change their place of service through the Army+ application. 2 343 7

военные военнослужащие ато воины воин муравский No Ukrainian military killed, four Ukrainian soldiers wounded yesterday, - ATO speaker Over the past 24-hour period, four Ukrainian soldiers were injured in the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) area yesterday, no one was killed. 4 079 7 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

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. 1 019 14

Army+ app Poll on attitudes toward military service launched in "Army+" – Ministry of Defence A new poll on the attitude of Ukrainian defenders to military service has been launched in the Army+ app. The poll contains 16 questions and will last for three weeks. 2 180 7 Previously in trend: Army+ poll

учения военные ато зенитная установка артиллерия воины зрк стрела-10м No one killed, two Ukrainian soldiers wounded yesterday, - ATO speaker Two Ukrainian soldiers were wounded in the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) on July 3. 5 860 7 Incidents

военные военнослужащие ато воины воин муравский Ten attacks recorded yesterday, one Ukrainian soldier injured near Starohnativka, - ATO HQ The Russian-occupation troops continued violating truce along the demarcation line in the occupied Donbas yesterday although the intensity of attacks on the Ukrainian Army positions somewhat reduced. 3 818 7 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

военные военнослужащие ато воины воин муравский No one killed, eight Ukrainian soldiers wounded yesterday, - ATO speaker Eight Ukrainian servicemen were wounded in the course of the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) Aug. 22. 6 143 7 Incidents

науседа,шольц President of Lithuania and Chancellor of Germany have agreed to increase number of troops in Baltic States After a meeting in Vilnius, Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said that in response to Russia's military aggression in Ukraine, it is necessary to increase defense capabilities by increasing the number of troops in the Baltic states. 1 066 7 World

военнослужащие ато широкино военне No one killed, two Ukrainian soldiers wounded yesterday, - ATO spokesperson Two Ukrainian fighters received injuries in active combat on Nov. 15. 3 824 7 Incidents

военные военнослужащие ато воины воин муравский One Ukrainian soldier wounded in combat yesterday, - ATO HQ One Ukrainian military received injuries in the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) in the east of Ukraine on April 19. 3 514 7 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine