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Volunteers have become a lifeline for Ukraine, providing essential aid and support as the war with Russia continues. From delivering supplies to frontline troops to fundraising for critical equipment like drones and charging stations, their efforts are vital. Recently, Russian volunteers handed over black bags to troops, while Volunteer Yusupova has been tirelessly raising funds for essential military equipment. Meanwhile, tragic events like the death of Vladyslav Horai during a volunteer mission highlight the risks they face. The dedication of these volunteers underscores the importance of their role in supporting Ukraine's defense.

What role do volunteers play in the Ukraine conflict?

Volunteers in Ukraine play a crucial role by supporting military and humanitarian efforts. They provide supplies, fundraising for equipment like drones and generators, and offer assistance on the frontlines. They face significant risks but remain vital to the country's defense strategy.

How are volunteers responding to equipment shortages for troops?

Volunteers have been active in raising funds to address equipment shortages. They focus on purchasing drones, charging stations, and other essential gear needed by frontline soldiers to enhance their capabilities and sustain their operations, especially under continuous threats.

What challenges do volunteers face in war-torn regions?

Volunteers in Ukraine face numerous challenges, including physical harm from ongoing attacks, logistical hurdles in delivering aid, and the psychological stress of working in conflict zones. Despite these obstacles, their commitment to aiding both civilians and military personnel continues undeterred.

Who are some notable figures in Ukraine's volunteer movement?

Figures like Volunteer Yusupova are prominent for their relentless efforts in fundraising and logistical support. Individuals like Vladyslav Horai have also made significant sacrifices, including losing their lives while aiding humanitarian missions in conflict areas, demonstrating the dedication of Ukraine's volunteers.

How has international assistance supported volunteer efforts in Ukraine?

International assistance has been pivotal in supporting Ukraine's volunteers, with contributions from various countries enhancing their capability to provide critical aid. This includes donations of equipment and funds, crucial for sustaining the volunteer-driven support structure in the ongoing conflict.

What impact has the war had on volunteer activities in Ukraine?

The war has intensified the need for volunteer activities in Ukraine, leading to increased fundraising and logistical operations to support military and civilian populations. Volunteers have adapted to meet the urgent demands, providing a lifeline amidst the chaos and contributing significantly to the defense efforts.

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плен captivity Volunteer from Sumy region released from terrorists’ captivity, - Advisor to Deputy Defense Minister. PHOTOS The volunteer from Sumy region, who spent many months in the terrorists’ captivity, has been liberated. 15 601 61 Incidents

на михайловской большое плетение Kyiv residents gathered over weekend to make camouflage nets for Ukrainian army. PHOTOS Volunteer ethnic fair and joint 'grand making of camo nets' for the Ukrainian army took place on Mykhailivska Square in Kyiv over the weekend, Aug. 15-16. 18 284 72 Previously in trend: Volunteers for the Army

аєророзвідка aerial reconnaissance Miles of trenches, fortified areas, terrorists’ equipment recorded by aerial reconnaissance of Olenivka village vicinity. VIDEO Volunteers of Sestry Peremohy Foundation have recently returned from the front and shared video filmed by one of drones of the special forces detachment under their care. 79 588 110 Previously in trend: Volunteers for the Army

Volunteers to be involved in fight against illicit spread of weapons from the ATO area, Poroshenko says President Petro Poroshenko expects to engage volunteers to deter the illicit spread of arms from the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) area. 3 663 64 Incidents

коррупция порошенко волонтеры corruption poroshenko volunteers Volunteers’ control must become a real mechanism of struggle against corruption in the ATO area, Poroshenko says. PHOTOS President Petro Poroshenko held a meeting with volunteers to discuss the issue of volunteers’ control over the struggle against corruption and smuggling in the ATO area. 11 021 68 Previously in trend: Fighting corruption in Ukraine

нож Captive soldier of 28th Brigade horribly tortured by Russian mercenaries A volunteer told about terrible tortures of a Ukrainian soldier captured by 'DPR' separatists. 331 939 1 600 Previously in trend: Volunteers for the Army

награда герой народный 13 soldiers and seven volunteers received the Order of National Hero of Ukraine in Lviv. VIDEO + PHOTOS On June 23 the highest non-government award National Hero of Ukraine. It was founded by Ukrainian volunteers. The popular vote determines soldiers, volunteers, doctors and priests, who have shown great courage in the course of the anti-terrorist operation. 23 431 169 Previously in trend: Volunteers for the Army

канада Canadian volunteers wrote a letter to Poroshenko demanding to supply soldiers with uniforms and equipment, and to pay debts FULL TEXT. UPDATED Volunteers and public activists of Canada sent an open letter to Ukraine's President Petro Poroshenko, Prime Minister Arsenii Yatseniuk, and Rada Speaker Volodymyr Hroisman. 90 597 224 Previously in trend: Volunteers for the Army

фото горловка аэрофото фэроразведка Unique photos of Horlivka by Furiia aerial reconnaissance group published. PHOTOS Furiia aerial reconnaissance group published unique photos of a bird's-eye-view Horlivka. 111 668 96 Previously in trend: Volunteers for the Army Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas

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. 80 046 120 Previously in trend: Volunteers for the Army

майдан память теракт Volunteer from the Lviv region killed by mortar shelling in Opytne - Interior Ministry A volunteer, resident of the Lviv region, was killed by terrorist mortar shelling near village of Opytne, the Donetsk region on May 28, at around 4 p.m. 11 667 35 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

беспилотник Ukrainian drones monitor enemy’s preparations. Hundreds of tanks and armored vehicles, anti-aircraft rocket launchers and howitzers spotted - volunteer Yurii Kasianov. PHOTOS Ukrainian soldiers employ UAVs to monitor the movement of Russian military equipment and redeployment of illegal armed groups in the Donbas. 153 760 423 Previously in trend: Volunteers for the Army

армия беспилотники бпла sos Army SOS volunteers succesfully tested new UAVs. PHOTOS On May 9, the Army SOS volunteers successfully tested the newest Ukrainian drones, which will soon help Ukrainian soldiers in the fight against Russian invaders. 85 690 277 Previously in trend: Volunteers for the Army

волонтеры Wife of killed 'Cyborg' Oleksandr Pitel gave birth to son. PHOTOS Wife of soldier from the 90th battalion Oleksandr Pitel, who was killed as a hero when defending the Donetsk airport, gave birth to a son. 60 575 241 Previously in trend: Volunteers for the Army

выставка волонтеры амуниция exhibition volunteers munitions Helmets and bulletproof vests available in the Ministry of Defense upon written application - Department Director Helmets and body armor are issued before departure to the ATO area. 10 908 56 Incidents

"All trucks are in the Donbas": EMERCOM of Russia denied volunteers’ request to send humanitarian aid to Khakassia The Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Russian Federation refused to provide St. Petersburg’s Vesna movement volunteers with trucks to send humanitarian aid to Khakassia, saying that "all trucks are currently in the Donbas." 88 185 447 Incidents

армия "The Army needs eyes" - Touching video shot by volunteers on army's need in night vision devices. VIDEO Ukrainian soldiers in the ATO area always need night vision devices, but unfortunately, the Army is short-shipped with them. In order to bring public attention to the issue, army supply volunteers shot a video on the matter. 22 910 41 Previously in trend: Volunteers for the Army

Defense Minister authorized volunteers to check nutritional conditions in Ukrainian military units and training fields Stepan Poltorak initiated creation of a working group from among the volunteer troops in the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine to check nutritional conditions of the Ukrainian military in all military units and training grounds of the Ukrainian Army. 9 070 88 Ukrainian Politics

владимир безруков псевдо-волонтер Pseudo volunteer from Kyiv who defrauded 100.000 UAH in donations sentenced to 18 months. VIDEO Fake volunteer Volodymyr Bezrukov, who pocketed about 100,000 hryvnia transferred for Ukrainian soldiers will spent one and a half years in prison. 20 727 75 World

маска защита снаряжение Volunteers developed 'Cyborg' ballistic mask for Ukrainian soldiers. VIDEO Kyiv region volunteers developed a ballistic mask they called 'Cyborg,' which can protect Ukrainian soldiers' faces and necks of shrapnel. 68 827 226 Previously in trend: Volunteers for the Army

пески "Russian world" in Pisky village: Not a single whole building in sight. PHOTOS Before the Russian-terrorist forces came to Pisky, it was a prosperous village on the outskirts of Donetsk. 44 527 107 Previously in trend: Volunteers for the Army

волонтер Volunteers awarded their disabled colleague who collected 300 thousand hryvnia for ATO fighters. PHOTOS The Forum of Volunteers in Kherson raised in applause to welcome Hryhorii Yanchenko. 69 141 159 Previously in trend: Volunteers for the Army

олеся твердохлеб Teen painter from Kyiv donated over 10 tons of food to Ukrainian soldiers. VIDEO Olesia Tverdokhlib, a 14-year-old Kyiv schoolgirl donated 10 tons of fruit and vegetables and almost a ton of chocolate candies to the Ukrainian army soldiers. 70 958 145 Previously in trend: Volunteers for the Army

медик-волонетер Vadym Svyrydenko, private of 128th brigade who seriously suffered at the Debaltseve retreat and lost all his limbs, needs help. PHOTO Vadym Svyrydenko, a private of the 128th brigade who seriously suffered at the Debaltseve retreat and lost all his limbs, still needs help. 49 329 90 Previously in trend: Volunteers for the Army

техника для армии Defense Ministry offered 128th brigade decommissioned equipment which is beyond repair in place of that destroyed at Debaltseve, volunteer says. PHOTOS The Ministry of Defense proposed the 128th mountain infantry brigade to accept written off equipment to replace the units lost in fighting at the Debaltseve bridgehead. At that, the Ministry suggests that the equipment, which is beyond repair, is to be restored by the brigade’s servicemen. 108 671 272 Ukrainian Politics

курсы медицына тактическая "These skills save soldiers' lives" - Ukrainian officers trained taсtic med according to NATO system. VIDEO Volunteers taught NATO principles of tactic med to Ukrainian officers. 14 605 26 Previously in trend: Volunteers for the Army

беспилотник волонтеры львов Volunteers from Lviv, Western Ukraine, construct drones and teach soldiers how to use them. VIDEO Volunteers from the Western Ukrainian city of Lviv construct their own drones and teach Ukrainian soldiers how to operate them. 20 914 56 Previously in trend: Volunteers for the Army

армия дебальцево army Debaltseve "The withdrawal of troops from Debaltseve was blocked up by Chief of Staff Viktor Muzhenko" - volunteers Heorhii Tuka and Vitalii Deineha accused Joint Staff of incompetence Most of the Joint Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine executives supported the decision to withdraw troops from Debaltseve, except for Colonel-General Viktor Muzhenko. 246 125 771 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine Debaltseve salient

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. 39 780 25 Previously in trend: Assistance to the Wounded Volunteers for the Army

майдан память теракт Names of the killed 'Cyborgs' became known - Volunteer Volunteer Tetiana Huba, who is currently in one of the hospitals of Dnipropetrovsk, named several 'Cyborgs' preliminary identified, who were killed when defending the Donetsk airport in recent days. 118 061 295 Previously in trend: Fighting for the Donetsk airport

волонетры Volunteers presented ATO soldiers with unique amenities vehicle. PHOTOS Volunteers from Zhovti Vody, the Dnipropetrovsk region, have presented a unique amenities vehicle based on Ural truck to soldiers of the Ukrainian Army. 31 401 95 Previously in trend: Volunteers for the Army

аэропорт донецкий ато Ukrainian army controls Donetsk airport. Terrorists asked for cease-fire to pick up their cargos 200 and 300 The situation in the Donetsk airport remains stable. The ATO forces controls the object. 364 516 1 242 Previously in trend: Fighting for the Donetsk airport

аэропорт донецкий беспилотник Birds-eye panorama of apocalypse in Donetsk airport. VIDEO Army SOS volunteers uploaded video captured in the Donetsk airport during aerial reconnaissance. 319 583 675 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Canadian humanitarian aid has arrived to Odesa Canadian MSC Eloise ship with humanitarian aid for Ukrainian army was docked in the port of Odessa on Jan.10. 33 827 227 Previously in trend: Volunteers for the Army

Every serviceman must be equipped with everything necessary. Сhoice of supplier must be coordinated with volunteers by security officials – Poroshenko President Petro Poroshenko and security officials have discussed the readiness of fortifications at the delimitation line, the situation on the supply of military-technical and material assistance from the states-partners of Ukraine, re-equipment and provision of modern armament for the ATO participants, including counterfire operation means. 14 073 92 Ukrainian Politics

порошенко Poroshenko held meeting with security officials: "Terrorists’ attempts to provoke require our decisive actions" President Petro Poroshenko has held a working meeting with security officials and the NSDC Secretary Oleksandr Turchinov 113 296 538 Ukrainian Politics

минобороны танк "3 in 1": Scientists have presented Ukrainian servicemen miniature-tank, which may be used as scout, sapper, and shooter. PHOTO Remotely controlled micro-tank is currently in service with one of the Armed Forces of Ukraine detachments. It was created by a group of enthusiastic scientists and engineers from Halychyna, Lieutenant Colonel Taras Hren’ said. 97 106 232 Previously in trend: Volunteers for the Army

адамович виталий "We need to support our defenders in first place, make every effort to keep them warm," 81-year-old pensioner sews valenki for ATO soldiers. VIDEO Old coats, fur-coats, and patches are converted into warm and sturdy footwear for soldiers fighting in the Donbas by a resident of Kodra village in Kyiv region. 27 300 158 Previously in trend: Volunteers for the Army

бронеавтомобиль хомячок Volunteers from Zaporizhia to Send Armored Vehicle to Soldiers in ATO Zone. PHOTOS It took two weeks for volunteers to turn the cash-in-transit car with Italian armor of the fifth level of protection into combat ‘Khomiachok’ (little hamster) 97 227 162 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

"Ukrainian Soldiers Need to Be Supplied With Name Tags While There is Time" - Head of People's Memory Union Majority of Ukrainian Troops Fighting in Donbas do not have name badges (or “dog tags”). 12 207 97 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

бирюков юрий "If You Eat Army Food for Half a Year Your Teeth Will Fall Out," - Advisor to the President The MREs provided to the military in the ATO area do not contain essential vitamins and do not meet the established standards. 55 742 117 Previously in trend: Volunteers for the Army

грузовик "Separatists Should Be Thrilled with Horror for it Will Come After Them!" - Donbas Battalion at Forefront Received "Fantastic Dieselpunk". PHOTOS The gun trucks and anti-aircraft guns were brought to the forefront for the Donbas battalion. 189 483 128 Previously in trend: Volunteers for the Army

волонтеры "Necessity Is Mother of Invention": Ukrainian Volunteers Developed High-Precision Tracking Devices - Presidential Advisor. PHOTOS The Ukrainian volunteers have invented a tracking device dozens of which have already been installed at the Donetsk airport. 155 364 344 Previously in trend: Volunteers for the Army

минобороны волонтер Defense Ministry signed memorandum with Ernst & Young: "This is part of reforms". PHOTOS A Memorandum of Cooperation between the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine and the audit company Ernst & Young was signed Monday. 46 816 80 Previously in trend: Volunteers for the Army

волонтеры сетка-"снежинка" Dnipropetrovsk Female "Kupol" Volunteers Braid Gauze Drops-'Snowflakes'. VIDEO Dnipropetrovsk female volunteers who produce scrims for Ukrainian soldiers at ATO zone started to braid 'snowflake' scrims used in winter. 31 354 119 Society

87,000 People in Eastern Ukraine May Not Survive Winter - Polish Volunteers The activists point out that the removed persons left all the warm things at home in the Donbas. 27 346 102 Previously in trend: Refugees from Donbas

маскировочная сетка Volunteers Are Needed in Kyiv and Other Ukrainian Cities to Produce Scrims and Balaclava Masks. PHOTO There is labor scarcity and shortage of premises, according to the volunteers’ community involved in production of scrims, camouflage suits, balaclavas, and cold-weather caps for Ukrainian military. 40 633 51 Previously in trend: Volunteers for the Army

экскаватор Kharkiv Volunteers Raised Money For Repair of Vehicle For Antitank Ditch Digging at Border. VIDEO Kharkiv volunteers sent a digger to border guards so they could dig a ditch at the border with Russia. 43 178 78 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine Volunteers for the Army