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Volunteer soldiers are increasingly vital in defending Ukraine, with numerous volunteers making the ultimate sacrifice. Estonian, Italian, and American fighters like Olev Roost, Luca Cecca, and Robert Pietrangelo exemplify this dedication. Other volunteers, such as Benjamin Asher from Hungary and Artem Naliato from Italy, also died courageously. Volunteer initiatives have expanded, including Ukrainian Legion recruitment and air defense enhancements involving VFTC groups. President Zelenskyy signed a bill ensuring UAH 15 million compensation to families of fallen volunteers, highlighting Ukraine's appreciation for their international support and defense efforts.

What is the current situation of volunteer fighters in Ukraine?

Volunteer fighters play a critical role in Ukraine's defense against Russia. Many have sacrificed their lives, highlighting the international support for Ukraine. Initiatives like the Ukrainian Legion and air defense projects further amplify their impact.

Who are some notable volunteer soldiers who died in Ukraine?

Notable volunteers include Estonian Olev Roost, Italian Luca Cecca, and American Robert Pietrangelo. Hungarian Benjamin Asher and Italian-Ukrainian Artem Naliato also died heroically, embodying international commitment to Ukraine's sovereignty.

How is Ukraine compensating families of fallen volunteer fighters?

Ukraine acknowledges the sacrifices of volunteer soldiers by providing financial compensation. Laws have been enacted granting UAH 15 million to the families of those who lost their lives defending Ukraine, ensuring their heroism is honored.

What recent developments involve volunteer soldiers in air defense?

The Ukrainian government has initiated projects to involve volunteer groups in enhancing territorial air defense. These groups, part of broader military strategies, play a role in combating aerial threats, underscoring volunteers' expanding roles in warfare strategy.

What measures has Ukraine taken to recruit more volunteer fighters?

To bolster its defenses, Ukraine opened recruitment for its Ukrainian Legion, with significant foreign participation. Numerous applications have been submitted, and groups have signed military contracts, reflecting the strong international volunteer response to Ukraine's call.

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день украинского батальон кульчицкого им. добровольца Ukrainian Volunteer Fighter Day celebrations held on Kyiv’s Maidan Nezalezhnosti. PHOTOS+VIDEO On March 14, Maidan Nezalezhnosti in Kyiv hosted celebrations marking the Ukrainian Volunteer Fighter Day. 12 344 37 Kyiv News

смерть донбасс пс дук Right Sector fighter, call sign Staryi, killed in action in Donbas. PHOTO Member of the 1st Separate Assault Company of the Right Sector Volunteer Ukrainian Corps with the call sign Staryi ("Old Man" – Ed.) was killed while carrying out a combat mission at the forefront in the Donetsk region. 109 753 7 Incidents

царенко Aidar fighter Oleksandr Tsarenko died in emergency room. PHOTO Aidar Battalion volunteer fighter Oleksandr Tsarenko died in Kyiv Feb. 26. 66 955 1 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

турчинов добровольцы добробат Volunteer battalions promote ideology of independent country, - Turchynov. PHOTOS Volunteer battalions laid a foundation of independent Ukraine ideology. 23 029 16 Society

эдуард зебин Right Sector fighter Eduard Zebin killed in enemy mortar shelling in Donbas, - company commander. PHOTO Eduard Zebin, comrade Fizyk, had been defending Ukraine from Russian troops for a long while as a member of the 1st separate assault company. 60 200 5 Incidents

акция протест Activists, relatives of Ilovaisk victims rallied outside PGO, demanded to end persecution of volunteers. PHOTOS+VIDEO Volunteers, activists and relatives of those killed in the Ilovaisk tragedy gathered near the building of the Prosecutor General's Office to protest against the attempts by Ukraine's authorities to put an end to the volunteer movement and discredit patriots. 13 496 169 Ukrainian Politics

ворошило Dnipro-born soldier Yevhen Voroshylo killed by sniper near Donetsk. PHOTO Fighter of the 1st separate assault company of the Right Sector Volunteer Ukrainian Corps Yevhen Voroshylo was killed near Donetsk. 70 684 115 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

торнадо Turmoil outside trial of Tornado soldiers: activists attempted breakthrough into courtroom. PHOTOS+VIDEO The Obolonskyi district court of Kyiv continued hearing the case of Tornado soldiers today, Aug. 9. 55 861 383 Kyiv News

суд торнадо "I’ll take lead, we’ll rip out gate and move forward," – MP Semenchenko called to storm Obolonskyi district court. PHOTOS During the rally of volunteer soldiers outside the building of the Obolonskyi district court in Kyiv, where former soldiers of Tornado Company are tried, MP Semen Semenchenko called to storm the building if the court does not fulfill "legitimate demands" of volunteers. 161 462 652 Incidents

памятник добровольцы Monument to volunteer soldier unveiled in Kyiv. PHOTOS A monument commemorating an anti-terrorist operation (ATO) volunteer soldier was inaugurated on Vladimir Mayakovsky Avenue in Kyiv on Sunday, July 10. 44 407 75 Kyiv News

похороны прощание василий слипак Dnipro city bid last farewell to volunteer soldier and Paris opera singer Wassyl Slipak. VIDEO+PHOTOS On June 30, Dnipro bid its last good-bye to Ukrainian volunteer soldier, famous opera singer Wassyl Slipak, who died in the area of the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) in the Donbas. 71 028 4 Society

друг василий миф спивак Volunteer soldier and Paris opera singer Wassyl Slipak killed at front line near Donetsk, - journalist. PHOTOS+VIDEO Volunteer soldier of the Right Sector Wassyl Slipak was killed at the front line near Donetsk. 175 204 14 Incidents

похороны владимир айдар самойленко Last tribute paid to Aidar Battalion soldier Volodymyr Samoilenko at Maidan Nezalezhnosti. PHOTOS The farewell ceremony for the Ukrainian serviceman Volodymyr Samoilenko has been held at Maidan Nezalezhnosti in Kyiv today, June 20. 50 042 2 Incidents

награда добровольцы "Thank you for holding honorable rank of volunteer at high level," - Poroshenko awarded fighters of Interior Ministry special purpose battalions. PHOTO President Petro Poroshenko has awarded volunteers - fighters of Interior Ministry special purpose battalions, who distinguished themselves during the anti-terrorist operation. 11 385 26 Ukrainian Politics

беларусь митинг посольство добровольцы "We are patriots, not mercenaries," - volunteers rally outside Belarusian Embassy in Kyiv in support of comrades persecuted in Belarus. PHOTOS A rally outside the building of the Belarusian Embassy in Kyiv is underway - volunteer fighters came here to support their Belarusian brothers-in-arms who are persecuted in their native country. 25 824 67 Photo News

форма ислямов uniforms isliamov Turkish volunteers delivered 120 pieces of uniforms for Krym Battalion, - Isliamov. PHOTOS The Crimean Tatar Krym (Crimea) Battalion has received 120 pieces of military uniforms as assistance of volunteers from Turkey. 38 643 99 Previously in trend: Blockade of Crimea

донбасс батальон Three weeks with Donbas battalion. PHOTO report from the front A freelance photojournalist has spent three summer weeks with the Donbas volunteer battalion of the special forces of the National Guard of Ukraine near Shyrokyne village in the M sector. 80 889 81 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

доброволец ато "днепр-1" "Lack of Kosher Food Is Only Thing that Troubles Him at Forefront": Volunteer of Dnipro-1 Battalion Asher Is Heroically Fighting for Ukraine. PHOTOS Asher heroically protects Ukraine's independence from the pro-Russian terrorists in the Donbas as part of the Dnipro-1 volunteer battalion. 105 721 532 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

смерть пс добровольцы 18-Year-Old Volunteer Oleksandr Raikhert from Pravyi Sector Heroically Died in Pisky. PHOTOS 18-year-old fighter of the assault company of the 5th Battalion of the Ukrainian Volunteer Corps of Pravyi Sector (The Right Sector) from Kherson was killed in Pisky. 112 215 254 Photo News

аэропорт добровольцы "Cyborg" Hatylo Speaks About Ceasefire, Criminal Orders, and Mutual Help of Volunteers and Regulars. PHOTOS "A shovel, preferably a sharp one, is the most important thing in the war," Hatylo jokes. He is one of those soldiers whom the terrorists called the Donetsk airport cyborgs. He is a volunteer of the 5th battalion of the Ukrainian Volunteer Corps of terrible "Pravoseks" – members of Pravyi Sector. 151 044 174 Previously in trend: Volunteers for the Army Battle for Donetsk

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