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The Ukrainian State Border Patrol Service is actively engaged in defending the nation's borders against Russian aggression. Recent operations highlight the effective use of FPV drones and UAVs by border guard brigades to target and eliminate enemy equipment and personnel. Units such as "Forpost," "STRIKS," and "Phoenix" have been pivotal in thwarting Russian advances and destroying key military assets like electronic warfare systems, tanks, and artillery. Notable accomplishments include stopping assaults in the Slobozhanskyi sector and intercepting smuggling attempts across Ukraine’s borders. Small arms have proven effective against UAVs, underscoring the precision of Ukrainian forces. The patrol's relentless efforts ensure the state's border integrity, fending off advancements and dismantling enemy threats.

What is the role of the State Border Patrol in Ukraine's defence strategy?

The State Border Patrol in Ukraine plays a crucial role in national defense by preventing unauthorized incursions, detecting and dismantling enemy equipment, and thwarting military and smuggling operations along the border. Their strategic use of technology like UAVs aids in precise and efficient defense operations.

How do Ukrainian border guards utilize drones in their operations?

Ukrainian border guards employ drones, particularly FPV and UAVs, for reconnaissance, targeting, and combat operations. This technology allows them to accurately strike enemy equipment and personnel, gather intelligence, and fully monitor and secure their patrol sectors.

How effective have the border guards been in curbing Russian advances?

The Ukrainian State Border Guard has been highly effective in curbing Russian advances by using advanced drone technology and precise infantry tactics. They've successfully eliminated numerous enemy forces and equipment, preventing significant enemy breakthroughs and assaults along crucial frontier sectors.

What measures have been taken against smuggling activities at the Ukrainian border?

Measures against smuggling include aerial reconnaissance to detect routes, ground patrol intercepts, and coordinated operations with other security agencies. Detentions and legal actions against smugglers demonstrate strict enforcement and protection of national border integrity.

What is the significance of using small arms against drones by Ukrainian forces?

Using small arms against drones exemplifies the adaptability of Ukrainian forces. Their ability to target and shoot down enemy UAVs with such weaponry reflects their high skill level and accuracy, significantly reducing the aerial threat posed by enemy reconnaissance or strike drones.

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elimination of the occupier Russian soldier tries to shoot down kamikaze drone with rifle and by throwing his backpack. VIDEO Border guards of the Phoenix unit successfully eliminated a Russian invader using an FPV drone. 3 930 14 Previously in trend: Situation at front

Men who tried to flee abroad and got lost were rescued in the Carpathians They got lost in mountains while trying to escape abroad: two men rescued in Zakarpattia region – SBGS. VIDEO+PHOTOS In Zakarpattia, border guards of the Bogdan department of the Mukachevo Detachment together with rescuers of the State Emergency Service rescued two men who got lost in the mountains while trying to illegally cross the border with Romania. 1 387 7

Man smuggling draft evaders abroad detained in Volyn region Man detained for smuggling draft evaders abroad for $4,000 in Volyn region – SBGS. PHOTOS SBGS officers jointly with the police exposed a 20-year-old resident of Rivne region who was organising the illegal trafficking of men of military age abroad. 2 280 11 Previously in trend: Smugglers of draft evaders exposed

occupier Border guards eliminated 20 occupiers and wounded 13 more in Kramatorsk sector. VIDEO The operators of the "Phoenix" unmanned aerial vehicle unit of the "Pomsta" Brigade continue to destroy enemy forces in Donetsk region. Thus, our servicemen eliminated 20 Russian invaders and wounded 13 more in the Kramatorsk sector. 5 294 1 Previously in trend: Situation in the Donetsk region

border of Sumy region, map Russians claim to have captured Basivka in Sumy region: SBGS denies it. MAP Russians are spreading lies about the seizure of the village of Basivka in the Sumy region. The spokesperson for the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine, Andrii Demchenko, said that the village is not under the control of the occupiers. 6 770 13 Previously in trend: Fightings near the border of the Sumy region

war Border guards destroy 2S5 Hyacinth-S self-propelled artillery system, Tiger AFV, enemy personnel hideout and fuel and lubricants depot. VIDEO Soldiers of the Phoenix air-defence unit of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine destroyed a 2S5 Hyacinth-S self-propelled artillery system. A Tiger armoured fighting vehicle was also destroyed. 2 231 2 Previously in trend: Situation at front

The occupier was captured in Sumy region. He is 61 years old He was wandering around Sumy region for day and half: border guards capture 61-year-old occupier. VIDEO+PHOTOS Soldiers of the Izmail border guard detachment captured a 61-year-old contractor occupier in the Sumy direction. 3 978 5 Previously in trend: captured occupiers

war Detonation of Russian armoured vehicle in Donetsk region after attack by our border guards. VIDEO Soldiers of the border guard unit of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Systems "Phoenix"  destroyed a tank and two enemy IFVs (Infantry Fighting Vehicles) in the Donetsk region and stopped an enemy assault. 5 427 3 Previously in trend: Situation at front

Border guards destroy three Russian hideouts in Zaporizhzhia Border guards destroyed three Russian hideouts with FPV drones in Zaporizhzhia region - SBS. VIDEO Soldiers of the 8th detachment of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine struck at the positions of Russian occupants in the Zaporizhzhia sector. 1 727 4 Previously in trend: Fightings in the Zaporizhzhia direction

"18–24" Contract with the Armed Forces now extended to the National Guard and State Border Guard Service Government has expanded "Contract 18–24" project: it now applies to National Guard and State Border Guard Service The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has extended the pilot project that allows citizens aged 18–24 to sign short-term contracts not only with the Armed Forces, but also with the National Guard of Ukraine and the State Border Guard Service. 1 559 13 Previously in trend: Contract 18-24

Border guard detained in Uzhhorod for assistance in illegal border crossing Border guard detained in Uzhhorod for offering to illegally smuggle draft dodger across border for $5,000 – State Border Guard Service. PHOTOS In Uzhhorod, internal security operatives of the Chop Border Guard Detachment, together with the SSU and the State Bureau of Investigation, detained a serviceman who, in return for a USD 5,000 bribe, promised to assist a serviceman in illegally crossing the state border. 1 122 7 Previously in trend: Draft evaders smuggling across the border

war Ukrainian Defence Forces destroy occupiers’ armoured vehicles and ammunition caches in Vovchansk direction. VIDEO Soldiers of the Forpost Brigade successfully repelled an assault by Russian storm units in the Vovchansk direction. After the occupiers' offensive failed, Ukrainian defenders continued targeting enemy forces using FPV drones, which destroyed multipurpose armoured personnel carriers, reducing them to ashes. 2 747 3 Previously in trend: Situation at front

war Border guards destroyed electronic warfare device, destroyed cannon and field stores, and eliminated dozen Russians. VIDEO In Donetsk region, UAV border guards destroyed an enemy electronic warfare device, destroyed a cannon and field stores, and eliminated a dozen occupiers. 2 463 4 Previously in trend: Situation at front

General Staff report Russian saboteurs become more active in Sumy region - SBGS The spokesperson for the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine, Andrii Demchenko, reported an increase in the activity of Russian subversive groups in the north of Sumy region. 1 557 2 Previously in trend: Shelling of Sumy region

War Border guards destroy 9 units of enemy vehicles and 6 enemy fortifications in Kharkiv region. VIDEO Border guards destroyed 9 pieces of enemy equipment and 6 enemy fortifications using ammunition from the "Baba Yaha" in the Kharkiv region. 1 732 1 Previously in trend: Situation at front

Sumy region No border breakthrough in Sumy region, enemy uses small assault groups - SBGS Currently, no breakthroughs of the Ukrainian border by Russian troops have been recorded in Sumy region. The enemy is using small assault groups, but the Defense Forces are fighting back. 1 048 2 Previously in trend: Fightings near the border of the Sumy region

Bribe from a border guard in cryptocurrency. Details of the case Details of $358,000 bribe case: SSU officer blackmailed border guard with compromising evidence An SSU officer blackmailed a border guard and demanded a bribe. 14 189 46 Previously in trend: Grafters

Border guard gave bribe in cryptocurrency. Details from NABU Border guard gives $355,000 bribe in cryptocurrency to law enforcement officer - NABU An employee of the State Border Guard Service has been caught giving a bribe in cryptocurrency to a law enforcement officer. 68 147 25 Previously in trend: Grafters

Organiser of men trafficking to EU exposed in Zhytomyr region Planned to smuggle eight men to EU: organiser exposed in Zhytomyr region - SBGS. PHOTOS Border guards jointly with the National Police stopped the illegal activity of an organiser of illegal human smuggling across the state border. 1 501 2 Previously in trend: Smugglers of draft evaders exposed Evasion from mobilization

War In Vovchansk direction, enemy tried to attack our positions, but lost two MTLBs and BMP-2. VIDEO The occupiers' assault in the Vovchansk sector ended in defeat. The enemy attempted to attack the border guards' positions using 2 MTLBs and a BMP-2. 2 911 0 Previously in trend: Situation at front

Channel for smuggling men to the EU exposed Channel for smuggling men of conscription age to EU exposed in Rivne region – SBGS. PHOTOS Two brothers were exposed for transporting men liable for military service to the border area for their subsequent illegal smuggling abroad. 1 533 32 Previously in trend: Smugglers of draft evaders exposed

war Defence Forces repelled enemy assault by destroying Russian tank and its crew in Donetsk region. VIDEO In Donetsk region, UAV operators of the Phoenix strike UAV unit repelled the enemy's advance and left the Russian tank and its crew no chance. They managed to destroy the vehicle thanks to successful remote mining. FPV drones and Vampire bombs eliminated the crew and dismantled the tank. 4 345 3 Previously in trend: Situation at front

border with Belarus Currently, there are no threats from Belarus – SBGSU Currently, Ukrainian border guards do not observe any threats to our country from Belarus. 556 10 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus

Six draft evaders detained in Bukovyna region while trying to illegally cross the border They attempted to cross border with Romania: six violators, led by underage guide, were detained in Bukovyna – SBGS. VIDEO Border guards of the Chernivtsi detachment detained six men who were trying to illegally cross the border with Romania. 1 621 10 Previously in trend: Evasion from mobilization

war Enemy assault was thwarted and occupiers’ equipment was destroyed: MTLB and 4 armoured vehicles in Serebrianskyi forest. VIDEO In the Luhansk region, fighters of the "Phoenix", a company of strike unmanned aerial vehicles, thwarted an enemy assault and destroyed the occupiers' equipment. Border guards of the "Pomsta" Brigade stopped the plans of the occupiers, who were preparing for an assault by hiding their equipment in the Serebrianskyi forest. 4 850 3 Previously in trend: Situation at front

war Border guards destroyed cannon, Msta-B howitzer, nine trucks, two pieces of camouflaged armored equipment. VIDEO Over the past week, border guards of the Phoenix strike UAV unit of the Pomsta (Revenge) Brigade have hit and destroyed a number of important occupiers' targets in the Kramatorsk direction. The soldiers attacked a R-330 Zhytel electronic warfare system, a cannon, a 152mm Msta-B howitzer, 9 military trucks, 2 units of camouflaged armoured vehicles and 2 enemy vehicles with kamikaze drones in the Donetsk region. 1 542 1 Previously in trend: Situation at front

war Defence forces destroy camouflaged enemy vehicles equipped with electronic warfare in southern Ukraine. VIDEO In the South, the State Border Guard Service's aerial reconnaissance officers discovered camouflaged enemy vehicles equipped with electronic warfare and designed to transport personnel. An accurate strike by an FPV drone turned the vehicles into ashes. 3 544 2 Previously in trend: Situation at front

Andrii Demchenko There is no disruption in supply of ammunition under contracts worth UAH 23 billion. There is manipulation and distortion of information around topic - State Border Guard Service The State Border Guard Service of Ukraine keeps the supply process under constant control as part of the delegation of procurement for the Armed Forces and emphasises that the 1.7 billion receivable caused by PHU Lechmar's failure to meet its obligations has nothing to do with the 23 billion contract from the Ministry of Defence. 9 510 26 Previously in trend: MoD procurement through SBGSU

Group of draft evaders detained in Odesa region while trying to flee abroad They tried to cross border with Transnistria for $7000: four offenders detained in Odesa region – SBGS. PHOTO In the Rozdilnyanskyi district of the Odesa region, border guards detained four men who were trying to illegally cross the border with Transnistria. 965 5 Previously in trend: Evasion from mobilization

Defence Ministry to give UAH 78bn to Polish company Ministry of Defence gives UAH 78bn to Polish "PHU Lechmar" to buy ammunition for State Border Guard Service, - Zhelezniak The Ministry of Defence of Ukraine allocates UAH 78 billion to the Polish intermediary company "PHU Lechmar" Sp. z o.o. for the purchase of ammunition for the State Border Guard Service. 12 622 49 Previously in trend: MoD procurement through SBGSU

war Russian soldier attempted to shoot down Ukrainian FPV drone but ended up becoming target himself. VIDEO In the South, border guards operating UAVs discovered enemy positions. One of the invaders decided to play "hunter" and opened fire at the FPV drone of our fighters. A moment later, he came under fire himself. 4 908 2 Previously in trend: Situation at front

MoD MoD procurement through SBGS resulted in UAH 26.5 billion in receivables and non-compliance with delivery deadlines worth UAH 1.7 billion - Zhelezniak. DOCUMENT The procurement of weapons for the Armed Forces of Ukraine through the State Border Guard Service from the Polish company PHU Lechmar Sp. z o.o. resulted in UAH 26.5 billion in receivables and UAH 1.7 billion in overdue deliveries. 3 222 5 Previously in trend: defense procurement MoD procurement through SBGSU

occupier’s tank Our soldiers destroyed 5 tanks and AFVs, MLRS, 2 SPGs, and attacked SAMS, cannon and armoured personnel carrier. VIDEO Soldiers of the border subunit of unmanned aerial systems "Phoenix" have successfully hit enemy targets over the past three weeks. The soldiers destroyed 5 tanks, BM-21 Grad MLRS, 2 self-propelled guns (SPGs), and 5 armored fighting vehicles with kamikaze drones. The Ukrainian defenders also attacked a Strela surface-to-air missile system, a cannon and an armored personnel carrier of the Russians. 3 084 2 Previously in trend: Situation at front

War Border guards attacked enemy infantry, destroyed Russian equipment in Kramatorsk sector. VIDEO Soldiers of the Phoenix unmanned aerial vehicle unit in the Kramatorsk sector attacked enemy infantry and destroyed Russian equipment. 4 456 4 Previously in trend: Situation at front

war Defense Forces destroyed camouflaged MT-12 Rapira anti-tank gun and eliminated enemy’s manpower. VIDEO Border guards-UAV operators inflicted a devastating strike on the enemy in the Sumy direction. The soldiers attacked a camouflaged MT-12 Rapier anti-tank gun, vehicles and eliminated enemy personnel. 2 099 2 Previously in trend: Situation at front

occupiers Border guards destroyed hideout, truck, car, communication antenna, cannon, and fuel and lubricants warehouse in Luhansk region. VIDEO In the area of Serebrianskyi forestry in the Luhansk region, fighters of the border unit of Phoenix Unmanned Aerial Systems destroyed enemy logistics, weapons and warehouses of the occupiers. 1 850 1 Previously in trend: Situation at front

Lawyer offers bribe to border guard Lawyer who offered $5,000 to border guard for smuggling draft dodger detained. PHOTOS A lawyer was exposed in Mykolaiv region for offering a $5000 bribe to a border guard for illegally smuggling a man of military age abroad. 4 459 17

occupiers Border guards destroyed convoy of enemy vehicles, including T-72 tank, APC, ARRV, and IFV in Kurdiumivka direction. VIDEO In the Kurdiumivka direction, border guards from the "Phoenix" UAV strike unit annihilated a column of enemy vehicles. The enemy attempted to break through the Ukrainian defense line, but fighters from the "Pomsta" (Revenge) brigade repelled the attack. As a result of the strikes, a T-72 tank, an APC (armored personnel carrier), an ARRV (armored recovery and repair vehicle), and an IFV (infantry fighting vehicle) were destroyed or damaged. 4 670 5 Previously in trend: Situation at front Destruction of Russian equipment

war Border guards destroyed enemy T-72 tank and MTLB that occupiers had concealed in forest belt in Kharkiv region. VIDEO Border guards of the Phoenix strike UAV company destroyed an enemy T-72 tank and an MTLB in the Kharkiv region. The enemy was hiding the vehicle in the forest belt, preparing for an offensive. However, the soldiers of the "Pomsta (Revenge)" brigade discovered it in time and destroyed it, thwarting the enemy's plans.  2 333 2 Previously in trend: Situation at front Destruction of Russian equipment

occupiers Border guards destroy several trucks, vehicles, enemy fuel and lubricant depot, and eliminate occupiers in Luhansk region. VIDEO In Luhansk region, operators of the unit of stike UAVs Phoenix of the Revenge Brigade destroyed several enemy trucks, vehicles, hideouts, manpower and a fuel and lubricant depot. 2 658 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

Russia’s storming of the border in Sumy region No border breakthrough in Sumy region, but enemy continues to attack - SBGS Currently, Russian troops are trying to enter the territory of the Sumy region in order to surround our military, who are in the Kursk region. 981 3 Previously in trend: Russian assault on the Sumy region border

war Defence forces repel attack and destroy two occupiers’ tanks in Donetsk region. VIDEO Operators of the attack drones of unit "Phoenix" strike UAV company of the "Revenge" brigade in the Donetsk region repelled an enemy assault: the convoy was stopped and two "grilled" tanks were destroyed.  2 532 1 Previously in trend: Situation at front

war Border guards destroy enemy boat attempting to break through river. VIDEO Ukrainian border guards successfully destroyed an enemy motorboat attempting to covertly navigate the river. The hostile maneuver was quickly detected, and a precise strike sent the vessel and its crew to the bottom. 6 438 5 Previously in trend: Situation at front Destruction of Russian equipment

OTG "Siversk" about the situation on the border of Chernihiv and Sumy regions There is no threat from Belarus to Ukraine right now, - SBGSU The spokesman for the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine, Andrii Demchenko, said that there is currently no threat to Ukraine from Belarus. 700 11 Previously in trend: Situation at the border with Belarus

Border crossing rules for journalists changed Changes in border crossing rules for media and artists: what documents are required The State Border Guard Service has announced new rules for crossing the border for media professionals, artists and journalists. 1 992 12 Previously in trend: Travel abroad for journalists and artists Changes to rules for crossing state border

Situation on the border of Sumy region In Sumy region, Russian troops are trying to cut logistics routes to Kursk region – SBGS Russian troops are trying to cut off logistics routes in Sumy region to prevent the supply of necessary supplies to our soldiers within the Kursk region. 3 630 11 Previously in trend: Russian assault on the Sumy region border

occupiers’ equipment Border guards hit 3 enemy vehicles, hideout, UAV control centre, ATV and armoured vehicles. VIDEO In the Donetsk direction, operators of strike drones of the unit of "Phoenix" strike UAV company of the "Revenge" brigade destroyed three enemy vehicles, a concentration of manpower and an enemy hideout. Our soldiers also attacked a UAV control center, a Mavic, an ATV, a UAZ and occupiers' armored vehicles. 2 014 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

destruction of Russian equipment Defense forces destroyed BTR-80, portable pontoon bridge, howitzer, and 13 units of occupiers’ military transport. VIDEO Over the past week, border guards from the unit of "Phoenix" strike UAV company of the "Revenge" Brigade in Luhansk region have struck and destroyed several key enemy targets in the areas of Kreminna and the Serebrianskyi Forestry. The soldiers destroyed a BTR-80, a portable pontoon bridge, a Msta-B howitzer, 13 military transport vehicles, a Mavic UAV, and two Russian invaders' signal repeaters. 3 179 1 Previously in trend: War