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The Ukrainian National Guard is at the forefront of defending the nation, executing significant operations and showcasing resilience in combat. Recently, the 11th Brigade successfully destroyed 112 aerial targets in just 72 hours, highlighting their effectiveness in aerial combat. Foreign volunteers from the 2nd Khartiia Corps played a crucial role in liberating territories in Kharkiv, including 7.5 sq km of forest. Moreover, the National Guard received advanced "VARTA 2" armoured vehicles, enhancing their operational capabilities. However, challenges persist as betrayal cases emerge, with special forces officials accused of collaborating with Russian intelligence. The National Guard remains pivotal in Ukraine's defense, consistently disrupting enemy operations and securing the homeland.
What role does the National Guard play in Ukraine's defense strategy?
The National Guard of Ukraine is integral to the nation's defense strategy, focusing on protecting sovereignty, participating in combat operations, aerial defense, and liberating occupied areas. They are equipped with cutting-edge technologies such as UAVs and armored vehicles, enhancing their ability to effectively counter enemy forces and ensure national security across various fronts, including Kharkiv and Zaporizhzhia.
How has the National Guard contributed to UAV operations?
The National Guard continues to excel in UAV operations, notably the 11th Brigade, which recently dismantled over 100 Russian drones in intensive combat. This showcases their technical adeptness and strategic acumen in neutralizing aerial threats, a critical component of modern warfare and a testament to their pivotal role in maintaining air superiority.
What are the challenges faced by the National Guard in combating Russian forces?
The National Guard of Ukraine faces numerous challenges, including dealing with betrayal among their ranks, as seen with personnel passing covert information to Russia. They also encounter a relentless assault on multiple fronts. Despite these challenges, they remain resilient, continually adapting strategies to counter Russian offenses and protect Ukraine's territorial integrity.
How significant is foreign volunteer involvement in National Guard operations?
Foreign volunteers are crucial allies in National Guard operations, providing expertise and manpower essential for liberation efforts. This collaboration bolsters operational capabilities significantly, as illustrated by the liberation of substantial territories in the Kharkiv region, expanding the international support network vital to Ukraine's defense strategy.
What new equipment has been provided to the National Guard to enhance their capabilities?
The National Guard's capabilities have been enhanced with the integration of "VARTA 2" armored vehicles, meeting STANAG protection standards. These vehicles ensure better defense against threats, providing strategic and tactical advantages in combat scenarios, boosting morale and operational efficiency across various units.
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Operation ’Vivaldi’: Lasar’s Group special forces unit and heavy bombers destroyed Russian positions ahead of assault. VIDEO A video has been published online showing the intensive combat operations carried out by Ukrainian aerial reconnaissance personnel and strike drone pilots whilst preparing to clear enemy defensive lines. 7 740 4 Previously in trend: Operation Vivaldi
"Spartan" drone operators destroyed Russian "Osa" air defence system behind enemy lines in Donetsk region. VIDEO Pilots from the 3rd Special Operations Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine, ‘Spartan’, detected and destroyed a Russian ‘Osa’ anti-aircraft missile system in the temporarily occupied territory of the Donetsk region. 1 669 3 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Situation in the Donetsk region
Ukrainian reconnaissance drone flies over Russia’s Belgorod. VIDEO Ukrainian aerial reconnaissance units continue to demonstrate high effectiveness and full control of the airspace in Russia’s border regions. 5 343 19
Spartan Brigade fighters strike $25 million Tor-M1 SAM system near Vuhledar. VIDEO Footage has been published online showing a precision strike on the occupiers’ expensive air defence equipment deep behind the front line. 2 131 4 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment
"Ukrainian Armor" hands over new "Novator" armoured vehicle to National Guard for battlefield rescues Ukrainian Armor has unveiled the Novator 2S armoured medical evacuation vehicle, designed specifically to evacuate wounded soldiers from the battlefield. 2 448 5 Previously in trend: Unmanned Ground Vehicles UGVs Evacuation of the wounded
National Guard to set up recruitment centre for foreigners and stateless persons A recruitment centre for foreign nationals and stateless persons will be established within the National Guard of Ukraine. 1 272 13 Previously in trend: Recruitment Center foreign volunteers in the armed forces Foreigners in AFU
In Kharkiv, Tesla crashed into power line pole, killing National Guard soldier and female passenger: SBI is investigating case. PHOTOS A soldier from the Ukrainian National Guard and a civilian woman were killed in a traffic accident in Kharkiv. 5 014 20 Previously in trend: Fatal traffic accidents traffic accident involving military personnel
"Hornet" drones from the "Tuman" detachment of 1st Corps of National Guard of Ukraine "Azov" destroyed 15 pieces of enemy equipment on Donetsk ring road. VIDEO A video has been published online showing the successful combat operations carried out by pilots from the ‘Tuman’ Special Purpose Detachment of the 1st Corps of the Ukrainian National Guard ‘AZOV’. 4 466 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment
Lasar’s Group fighters flew LASAR bomber drones 55 km behind enemy lines and destroyed Russian Zhitel electronic warfare system. VIDEO Fighters from the National Guard’s Lasar’s Group destroyed a Russian ‘Zhitiel’ electronic warfare system near Sieverskodonetsk. 3 422 4 Previously in trend: EW Destruction of Russian equipment Situation in occupied Luhansk region
Bodies of 100 killed occupiers lie on approaches to positions of Force of Freedom Battalion of NGU’s Rubizh Brigade. VIDEO A video has been published online showing a section of the front held by the 4th Force of Freedom Battalion of the National Guard of Ukraine’s (NGU’s) Rubizh Brigade. 9 833 23 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces
Operators of Lasar’s Group interceptor drones shot down "Shahed" at extremely low altitude. VIDEO Fighters from the National Guard of Ukraine’s Lasar’s Group in southern Ukraine shot down a Russian ‘Shahed’-type kamikaze drone flying at an extremely low altitude. 2 385 1 Previously in trend: Shooting down Shaheds Destruction of Russian drones
112 aerial targets in 72 hours: combat operations by UAV units of 11th Brigade of National Guard of Ukraine. VIDEO Operators of unmanned aerial systems from the 11th Mykhailo Hrushevsky Brigade of the Ukrainian National Guard continue to effectively destroy enemy aerial targets in Ukrainian airspace. 931 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian drones
Foreign volunteers from "Khartiia" liberate 7.5 sq km of forest and part of Zapadne in Kharkiv region. VIDEO Foreign volunteers from the 23rd R.U.G. Assault Regiment, part of the 2nd Khartiia Corps of the National Guard of Ukraine, carried out an operation in Kharkiv region, liberating 7.5 square kilometres of forest from Russian forces. 2 697 9 Previously in trend: foreign volunteers in the armed forces deoccupation of the territory
"Ukrainian Armour" has handed over "VARTA 2" armoured vehicles, meeting STANAG protection standards, to National Guard. PHOTOS The first two specialised "VARTA 2" MRAP-class armoured vehicles, manufactured by "Ukrainian Armour", have been handed over to the 2nd Corps of the National Guard of Ukraine, "Khartiia", and to another unit of the National Guard of Ukraine. 2 177 7 Previously in trend: Ukrainian defense industry
National Guard special forces officer was passing information about combat operations to Russia’s GRU, - SSU A Russian military intelligence (GRU) agent—the commander of a National Guard special operations unit—was detained in the Odesa region. 4 104 25 Previously in trend: High treason
Soldiers of 23rd "Khortytsia" Brigade shot down 20 Russian "Molniya" drones with 20 STING interceptors – without single miss. VIDEO A unit of the 23rd ‘Khortytsia’ Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine destroyed 20 enemy ‘Molniya’ UAVs during a single combat shift using anti-aircraft drones from Wild Hornets. 1 375 3 Previously in trend: Fightings in the Zaporizhzhia direction Destruction of Russian drones
STING interceptor drone destroys Russian ZALA Z-20 at record altitude of over 7.4 km. VIDEO Ukrainian pilots have set new records for the altitude at which Russian UAVs were shot down using high-speed Sting interceptor drones. 2 698 0 Previously in trend: Unmanned technologies Drone industry
National Guard soldier to be tried for collaborating with occupiers in captivity and aiding in torture of Ukrainian prisoners A Ukrainian National Guard servicemember who was held captive by Russia collaborated with Russian officials, provided information about other prisoners of war, and facilitated their torture. He also agreed to join the Wagner Group, but did not have time to do so because he was returned to... 2 397 5 Previously in trend: Disclosure of collaborators
103 Russian UAVs down in three days: combat operations by crews of 11th Brigade of National Guard of Ukraine. VIDEO Over the past three days, crews operating unmanned aerial systems from the 11th Mykhailo Hrushevsky Brigade of the Ukrainian National Guard have destroyed and damaged 103 Russian drones, which the occupiers were using to launch attacks on Ukraine’s southern regions. 1 261 0 Previously in trend: Shooting down Shaheds Destruction of Russian drones
Lasar’s Group drone operators destroy Russian BM-27 Uragan, triggering powerful ammunition detonation in Novopavlivka sector. VIDEO Strike drone operators from the National Guard of Ukraine’s Lasar’s Group destroyed a Russian BM-27 Uragan multiple launch rocket system in the Novopavlivka sector. 4 884 6 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers’ firing positions
Up to 460,000 UAH per month: procedure approved for paying additional bonuses to NGU, NPU, and SBGS personnel for participation in combat operations Ukrainian Minister of Internal Affairs Ivan Vyhivskyi signed orders approving the procedures for paying additional bonuses to servicemembers of the National Guard, the State Border Guard Service, and special-purpose police officers as part of a pilot project on incentive payments. 6 217 26 Previously in trend: payments to military
Record-breaking interception: National Guard troops destroyed enemy ZALA Z-20 UAV at altitude of 6,400 metres. VIDEO Ukrainian defenders continue to achieve impressive results in their fight against enemy aerial targets. 4 703 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian drones
Drone operators from Lasar’s Group struck occupiers’ "Buk-M3" and S-300 air defence systems in Kostiantynivka sector. VIDEO Fighters from the Lasar’s Group, a separate special-purpose unit of the Ukrainian National Guard, struck two Russian air defence systems in the Kostiantynivka sector. 2 279 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers’ firing positions Kostiantynivka direction
NGU special forces destroy Russian Su-24M at airfield in occupied Crimea. VIDEO Combat divers from the Omega Special Operations Centre of the National Guard of Ukraine (NGU) destroyed a Russian Su-24M bomber at the Saky military airfield in temporarily occupied Crimea. 7 304 24 Previously in trend: The destruction of a Russian plane
Spartan Brigade drone operators strike vessel in occupied Mariupol port and occupiers’ logistics in Donetsk region. VIDEO Operators of the Black Sky Battalion of the Spartan Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine carried out a series of strikes on Russian occupation forces’ logistics targets, including a vessel in the port of temporarily occupied Mariupol. 4 127 1 Previously in trend: Russia’s shadow fleet Strikes on Russian logistics
National Guard’s Lasar’s Group fighter Kostiantyn Ostapenko (Varta) killed during combat mission in Zaporizhzhia sector Junior Sergeant of the National Guard of Ukraine and Lasar’s Group fighter Kostiantyn Ostapenko, call sign Varta, was killed while defending Ukraine. 2 563 10 Previously in trend: losses of Ukraine
Operation Auchan: Defence Forces strike 1,180 targets and thwart Russia’s mechanized offensive for six months. VIDEO Ukraine’s Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov has released unique footage of the large-scale special operation Auchan, which significantly weakened the offensive potential of Russian troops. 3 767 11 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Destruction of the occupiers’ firing positions
Chervona Kalyna drone operators smash occupiers’ logistics in rear in Donetsk region: 15 vehicles destroyed along with infantry. VIDEO Drone operators of the 14th Chervona Kalyna Brigade of the Azov 1st Corps of the National Guard of Ukraine destroyed Russian occupiers' logistics vehicles and manpower in the rear in the temporarily occupied part of Donetsk region. 4 150 4 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Situation in the Donetsk region Strikes on Russian logistics
Over 1,100 drones and hundreds of enemy positions: "Khartiia" Brigade has published results of its combat operations for June. VIDEO The 13th ‘Khartiia’ Rapid Deployment Brigade of the Ukrainian National Guard has summarised its combat operations on the front line for June 2026. Over the course of the month, the brigade’s units inflicted significant losses on the personnel, equipment and logistical capabilities of the Russian... 1 302 5 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces
Fighters from ’Azov’ and other National Guard brigades have received their first payments for destroyed Russian equipment, - Palamar Fighters from the‘Azov’ Corps and other National Guard brigades have received payment for enemy equipment they destroyed. 1 657 4 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment payments to military
Two S-300V air defence missile system launchers were destroyed by fighters from "Spartan" brigade near Volnovakha. VIDEO Drone operators from ‘Black Sky’, part of the Ukrainian National Guard’s 3rd Special Operations Brigade ‘Spartan’, have detected and struck Russian troops’ air defence positions. The targets were two scarce components of the enemy’s anti-aircraft missile system in the vicinity of the temporarily... 7 059 5 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment
Aerial reconnaissance personnel and strike UAV operators from 13th Brigade of NGU, "Khartiia", destroyed Russian tank. VIDEO The appearance of enemy tanks on the battlefield amidst heavy fire has become a rare occurrence, so every such vehicle becomes a priority target for Ukrainian defenders. According to Censor.NET, aerial reconnaissance personnel and operators of strike UAVs from the 13th Brigade of the Ukrainian... 1 398 4 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment
NGU servicemen who went AWOL can return to service via Army+ and choose unit themselves National Guard servicemen whose unauthorized absence from unit (AWOL) was recorded up to and including 12 June 2026 can now also use the service return program via Army+. 509 0 Previously in trend: Returning to the Armed Forces after AWOL
National Guard troops in south destroyed 17 Russian ’Shaheds’ overnight during massive attack. VIDEO Soldiers from military units of the Southern Operational-Territorial Association of the National Guard of Ukraine destroyed 17 Russian kamikaze drones during a massive attack on the southern front. 752 1 Previously in trend: Shooting down Shaheds Destruction of Russian drones
Chervona Kalyna drones kill enemy motorcycle assault group. VIDEO A video has been published online showing Ukrainian forces successfully repelling another Russian assault attempt on one of the fiercest sections of the front. Using strike drones, Ukrainian defenders completely eliminated an assault group of occupiers that attempted to break through positions... 4 748 5 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces
Occupier on quad bike burst into flames after being hit by FPV drone operated by 17th Brigade of NGU. VIDEO FPV drone operators from the 17th Poltava Brigade of the Ukrainian National Guard struck an invader who was travelling on a quad bike within the unit’s area of responsibility. 3 923 3 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces
Zelenskyy appoints Oleh Myronenko as new deputy commander of National Guard President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has signed decrees on personnel changes in the leadership of the National Guard of Ukraine: Oleh Myronenko has been appointed deputy commander of the NGU, replacing Oleksii Osypenko. 1 491 0 Previously in trend: National Guard appointments
Drone operators from 23rd Brigade of National Guard of Ukraine "Khortytsia" destroyed 20 enemy drones overnight that were attacking Zaporizhzhia. VIDEO During the latest large-scale attack on Zaporizhzhia on the night of 1–2 June, the interceptor pilots of the 23rd ‘Khortytsia’ Brigade of the Ukrainian National Guard demonstrated exceptional effectiveness. According to Censor.NET, thanks to the professionalism and coordinated actions of the... 1 430 1 Previously in trend: Ukrainian Air defence
Russian occupier in Pokrovsk direction shot himself under watch of Ukrainian drone. VIDEO The high effectiveness and ruthlessness of Ukrainian drones on the battlefield continue to demoralise the personnel of the occupying forces, driving the invaders to commit mass suicide in order to avoid encountering FPV drones. According to Censor.NET, yet another such incident was recorded on... 9 255 14 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Occupiers’ suicide on battlefield
Burevii Brigade soldiers eliminated 64 occupiers and shot down more than 220 enemy drones in one week. VIDEO Soldiers of the Burevii Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine have released the results of their combat operations in the Dobropillia direction over the past week. 2 228 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Situation in Dobropillia direction
Enemy is stepping up its assaults in Kupiansk and Pokrovsk sectors, - National Guard of Ukraine Russian forces have intensified their offensive operations in the Kupiansk and Pokrovsk sectors. The enemy is deploying small infantry groups, drones, and motorized vehicles. 651 0 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Fighting in the Kupіansk direction
Russian climbs over railway track, walks across field with pants down and bare backside exposed, and is hit by Ukrainian drone. VIDEO Rather peculiar and bizarre footage of the elimination of a Russian invader was captured by Ukrainian defenders’ objective-control cameras. Censor.NET reports that a video has been published online showing a successful hunt by FPV pilots of the 1st Separate Special Purpose Detachment "Omega" of... 7 715 14 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces
Russian pounds kamikaze drone that hit him but failed to detonate with stick and disappears in cloud of smoke after several blows. VIDEO Incredible footage deserving the highest award for absurdity in the ranks of the Russian army has been recorded by Ukrainian defenders. As Censor.NET reports, drone operators of the Omega Special Purpose Center of the National Guard of Ukraine witnessed a unique case of an invader eliminating... 10 641 46 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces
Pilots from National Guard’s Lasar’s Group struck part of BM-27 "Uragan" complex in rear in Luhansk region. VIDEO Fighters from the National Guard’s Lasar’s Group destroyed a concentration of enemy equipment in the rear area of Luhansk Oblast, including part of a BM-27 ‘Uragan’ multiple rocket launcher system. 2 999 4 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment
108 occupiers, 159 UAVs and over 50 pieces of equipment eliminated: combat operations by "Bureviy" brigade. VIDEO Over the course of the week, fighters from the First Presidential Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine, ‘Bureviy’, inflicted significant losses on the enemy – over 100 occupiers were eliminated. 2 064 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces
Fighters of Rubizh Brigade capture occupier scout who was hiding in Bilytske. VIDEO A reconnaissance group of the Special Purpose Reconnaissance Company of the 4th Operational Assignment Brigade Rubizh of the National Guard of Ukraine captured a Russian occupier during a clearing operation in buildings in the settlement of Bilytske, Donetsk Oblast. 4 423 2 Previously in trend: captured occupiers Situation in the Donetsk region
NGU units hit nearly 400 enemy artillery systems, 21 tanks and 52 EW systems in April. VIDEO Throughout April 2026, fighters of the National Guard of Ukraine carried out strikes on the occupiers’ positions, equipment, and logistics along the entire front line. 929 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Strikes on Russian logistics
Seven hours under fire: Omega special operators carry out extremely complex evacuation of wounded soldier using UGV. VIDEO Special forces from the 1st Separate Detachment of the ‘Omega’ Special Purpose Center carried out a successful and extremely complex evacuation operation. According to Censor.NET, the troops managed to rescue a wounded soldier from a neighbouring unit who was in an area under heavy fire. 3 791 2 Previously in trend: Evacuation by ground drone Evacuation of the wounded
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