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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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military Military will be able to buy tickets from special reserve through "Army+" - Ukrzaliznytsia "Ukrzaliznytsia has joined the "Pluses" military support service from Army+ and provides an opportunity to buy online railway tickets available only to the military. 702 4

Підозри військовим, які під час закупівель допустили збитки на майже 9 млн гривень Suspicion reported to 4 military personnel who incurred losses of almost UAH 9 million during procurement for AFU, - SBI. PHOTO SBI officers in cooperation with the SSU and the State Border Guard Service exposed four servicemen in Cherkasy and Kyiv regions whose negligence in defence procurement caused losses to the state totalling almost UAH 9 million. 1 385 4

Зеленський відзначив державними нагородами українських воїнів Zelenskyy awarded 1154 defenders of Ukraine with state awards, 696 of them posthumously President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has presented state awards to 1154 more Ukrainian servicemen, 696 of them posthumously. 1 121 4 Previously in trend: War

memory, bright Ukrainian soldier Bohdan Lehkyi was killed while performing combat mission in Donetsk region. PHOTO A soldier from Kherson region, Bohdan Lehkyi, died in the war with the Russian occupiers. 3 988 4

Військовий пропонував оформити інвалідність для звільнення з армії For 10 thousand dollars, he promised to help to obtain disability - military man exposed in Lviv region. PHOTO In Lviv region, a platoon commander of a military unit was exposed who promised to help those wishing to leave the army to obtain disability in exchange for $10,000. 1 782 4

Zelenskyy Zelenskyy awards state honors to 310 Ukrainian defenders, 155 posthumously Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy awarded state honors to 310 service members, including 155 posthumously, for bravery and selfless service in defending the country. 605 6 Previously in trend: Honouring Armed Forces of Ukraine with awards

военные военнослужащие ато воины воин муравский No one killed, three Ukrainian soldiers wounded in action yesterday, - ATO spokesperson Three Ukrainian military were wounded in the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) on Dec. 7. 3 082 4 Incidents

woman from Bukovyna spent year and half searching for her husband who had died in war His daughter asks more and more often why her dad doesn’t come to see her: woman from Bukovyna spent over year and half searching for her husband who had died in war. VIDEO Halyna Tkach, a Bukovyna woman, was able to bury her husband almost two years after his death in Donetsk Oblast. 4 086 28 Previously in trend: losses of Ukraine

траур Ukraine returns bodies of 99 fallen defenders It was possible to repatriate 77 bodies of soldiers who defended Ukraine in the Donetsk sector, 20 from the Zaporizhzhia sector, and two from the Kharkiv sector. 1 726 3 Previously in trend: War

военные военнослужащие ато воины воин муравский No one killed, three Ukrainian soldiers wounded yesterday, - ATO speaker Three Ukrainian military received injuries in the course of the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) in the east of Ukraine on Sept.14. 4 547 3 Incidents

свеча One Ukrainian soldier killed, two wounded yesterday, - ATO spokesperson One Ukrainian soldier was killed, two received injuries in the course of the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) in the east of Ukraine on Nov. 29. 6 070 3 Incidents

Volunteer and defender of Ukraine Anastasia Yefimova died at the front Volunteer and servicewoman Anastasiia Yefimova died at front. PHOTO Anastasiia Yefimova, a volunteer, activist and servicewoman, died at the frontline while defending Ukraine. She helped the army, organised humanitarian initiatives and supported social projects. 8 433 16 Previously in trend: losses of Ukraine Women in AFU

Zelenskyy signs law on enlistment of border guards in the reserve Zelenskyy awards 770 servicemen, 574 of them posthumously - presidential decree President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has presented state awards to 770 defenders of Ukraine for their heroism and selfless service. Most of them - 574 soldiers - were awarded posthumously. 1 103 3 Previously in trend: War

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. 63 769 3 Incidents

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. 3 527 4 Previously in trend: losses of Ukraine

свеча памяти Volunteers name four more Ukrainian soldiers killed in Svitlodarsk salient. PHOTOS The fallen warriors are Dmytro Klymenko, Volodymyr Andreshkiv, Serhii Stepanenko and Vasyl Panasenko. 65 017 3 Previously in trend: Svitlodarsk fighting

Biometric identification of the deceased Ukraine launches biometric identification of those killed as result of Russian aggression The Cabinet of Ministers has adopted a resolution "On the implementation of an experimental project for the identification of bodies (remains) of persons killed as a result of the armed aggression of the Russian Federation against Ukraine, using biometric data." 843 3 Previously in trend: repatriation of the bodies of fallen soldiers bodies identification

Rada approves writing off military property Parliament adopts draft law on simplified write-off of military property The Verkhovna Rada has passed draft law No. 12373 in the second reading, which simplifies the procedure for writing off military property. 1 582 5 Previously in trend: Writing off military property

ато Five Ukrainian soldiers wounded over past 24 hours in ATO area, - Lysenko No one was killed in the militants' attacks. 6 012 3 Ukrainian Politics

свеча памяти One Ukrainian soldier killed in combat yesterday, - ATO speaker One Ukrainian military perished in the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) in the east of Ukraine on Nov. 23. 7 997 3 Incidents

порошенко 415 Ukrainian paratroopers died in fighting with Russian aggressor, - Poroshenko 415 Ukrainian paratroopers have been killed in hostilities in Ukraine's east. 24 330 3 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

свеча One military killed, five traumatized in ammunition explosion during drills in Kyiv region, - General Staff The wounded military have been provided with medical aid and taken to a hospital. 12 615 3 Incidents

свеча One Ukrainian soldier killed, four wounded and traumatized, - ATO Staff On Feb. 15, enemy attacks killed one Ukrainian soldier, wounded and traumatized four. 11 307 3 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Zelenskyy awards 226 more Ukrainian defenders Zelenskyy awards 226 servicemen, 183 posthumously President Volodymyr Zelenskyy awarded state honors to 226 Ukrainian defenders, 183 of them posthumously. 700 3 Previously in trend: Awarding awards to military Honouring Armed Forces of Ukraine with awards

Two soldiers injured in tripwire explosion near Popasna, - Luhansk Regional State Administration Yesterday, May 10, at about 2 p.m., terrorists near Vesela Hora village (temporarily controlled by the so-called "LPR") started firing an automatic grenade launcher AGS-17 on Ukrainian soldiers' positions near Shchastia. 2 769 3 Incidents

Farewell ceremony for killed soldier Serhii Alifirenko to take place tomorrow. PHOTO Farewell ceremony for killed soldier Serhii Alifirenko to take place tomorrow. PHOTO Serhii Alifirenko, 24, served as a sergeant of the 5th Company, the 2nd Mechanized Battalion, the 92nd Separate Mechanized Brigade. 83 492 3 Incidents

Reconnoiterer soldier Ivan Palamarchuk died defending Ukraine He shielded three of his comrades with his own body: 24-year-old soldier of "Aidar" battalion and scout Ivan Palamarchuk was killed in action. PHOTO On 20 April, Ivan Palamarchuk, a 24-year-old Plast member of the Aidar assault battalion, died at the front, shielding his three comrades. 5 103 7 Previously in trend: losses of Ukraine

Return of fallen soldiers: What Ministry of Internal Affairs says Returning bodies of servicemen, Russians do not explain causes of death - Interior Ministry Russians hand over the bodies of fallen Ukrainian defenders only to return their occupiers. 3 377 3 Previously in trend: Returning bodies of fallen defenders

свеча One Ukrainian soldier killed, nine wounded, eight shell-shocked over past day, - ATO spokesman One Ukrainian soldier was killed, nine were wounded, and eight shell-shocked in the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) area on Dec. 19. 18 212 3 Incidents

лондон,обломей Memory of Semyon Oblomey, who died defending Severodonetsk from Russian occupiers, was honored in London. VIDEO An action in memory of Semyon Oblomey, who died in the battle with the occupiers, who was a defender of Severodonetsk, took place in London. 4 555 3 Previously in trend: War

Стало відомо скільки українських військовослужбовців пройшли підготовку в Бельгії. 2500 Ukrainian military received training in Belgium Nearly 2,500 Ukrainian servicemen were trained in Belgium. 1 038 3 World

Zelenskyy Zelenskyy awards 13 military with Order of Bohdan Khmelnytskyi President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has awarded 13 servicemen with state decorations. 1 196 3

Онлайн-навчання в застосунку Армія+ More than 6 thousand servicemen have already used online learning service in Army+ application, - Ministry of Defense The Army+ online training program has already had 1,500 successfully passed exams, and more than 6,000 servicemen have used the service. 1 429 3

владимир турчин 27-year-old sergeant Volodymyr Turchyn killed in Zaitseve shelling, - Zhovkva district authorities. PHOTOS Fighter of the Ukrainian Armed Forces who was fatally wounded in Russian militants' shelling of Zaitseve on July 12 is resident of Zhovkva town, the Lviv region, Volodymyr Turchyn, born in 1990. 52 056 3 Incidents

свеча One Ukrainian fighter killed, one wounded in combat yesterday, - ATO HQ On Aug. 10, one Ukrainian military was killed in combat in the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) in the east of Ukraine, one was wounded. 6 204 3 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

війна,зсу Prosecutor General’s Office is aware of 73 intentional murders of Ukrainian prisoners of war of occupiers Ukrainian law enforcement agencies are conducting a pre-trial investigation of 265 crimes committed by the Russians against Ukrainian prisoners of war. 2 332 3 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Volodymyr Zelenskyy Zelenskyy awards 411 Ukrainian servicemen, 264 posthumously President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has signed a decree awarding 411 defenders of Ukraine, including 264 posthumously. 634 3 Previously in trend: Honouring Armed Forces of Ukraine with awards

свеча One Ukrainian soldier killed, seven wounded yesterday, - ATO HQ On April 30, one Ukrainian military was killed, seven wounded in the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) in the east of Ukraine. 7 210 3 Incidents

were selling fuel Officers who stole fuel from military unit in Donetsk region will be tried, - State Bureau of Investigation. PHOTO Employees of the State Bureau of Investigation have completed a pre-trial investigation into three officers of a military unit in the Donetsk region who systematically stole fuel and lubricants. 1 363 4 Previously in trend: financial fraud

свеча Two Ukrainian soldiers killed, five injured yesterday, - ATO spokesperson Two Ukrainian military were killed, five received injuries in the course of the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) in the east of Ukraine on Nov. 1. 18 623 3 Incidents

обстрелсмерть Maksym Kernychnyi, warrant officer of 72nd Brigade, killed in skirmish at Kamianka. PHOTOS On June 29, 2017, fighter of the 12th Battalion of the 72nd Separate Mechanized Brigade Maksym Kerchynyi, born in 1978, was killed in fighting at Kamianka, Yasynuvata district, the Donetsk region. 38 293 3 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

свеча Three soldiers wounded in action yesterday, one killed and four injured due to reckless handling of explosives, - ATO speaker Three Ukrainian servicemen were injured in the course of the anti-terrorist operation May 19. One soldier was also killed and four others were injured as a result of mishandling of explosive ordnance. 13 852 3 Incidents

свеча памяти One Ukrainian soldier killed, two injured over past 24 hours, - ATO speaker One soldier of the armed Forces of Ukraine was killed and two more were injured in the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) on May 30. 10 279 3 Incidents

свеча Two Ukrainian soldiers killed yesterday, two wounded, one injured, - ATO Staff Two Ukrainian soldiers were killed, two wounded, one traumatized in the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) in the east of Ukraine on Feb. 28. 9 206 3 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Last tribute to 95th brigade soldier Sapesku killed near Avdiivka to be paid in Odesa region March 6. PHOTO Last tribute to 95th brigade soldier Sapesku killed near Avdiivka to be paid in Odesa region March 6. PHOTO A serviceman of the 1st assault battalion of the 95th separate assault airborne brigade, Vadym Sapesku was killed by an enemy sniper on the outskirts of Avdiivka on March 2. 3 775 3 Incidents

Last tribute to soldier Kushnir who died on Feb. 18 of injury he received in Donbas half a year ago to be paid in Khmelnytskyi region tomorrow. PHOTO Last tribute to soldier Kushnir who died on Feb. 18 of injury he received in Donbas half a year ago to be paid in Khmelnytskyi region tomorrow. PHOTO A member of the 1st assault company of the 46th “Donbas-Ukraine” special forces battalion, Sergeant Yurii Kushnir, was wounded by an enemy sniper in the vicinity of Marinka on July 30, 2017. He died in the hospital on Feb. 18, 2018. 3 729 3 Society

свеча One Ukrainian soldier killed, one wounded over past day, - ATO speaker One Ukrainian soldier was killed and one injured in the course of the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) Oct. 18. 3 717 3 Incidents

свеча One Ukrainian soldier killed, five wounded yesterday, - ATO speaker One Ukrainian soldier was killed, four were wounded in the course of the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) in the east of Ukraine on June 8. One border guard was also injured in the ATO area yesterday. 9 434 3 Incidents