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The State Border Patrol of Ukraine plays a crucial role in maintaining national security, especially amid ongoing conflicts and threats from neighboring regions. Recent reports highlight the successful operations conducted by various brigades, such as the "Gart" and "Phoenix", using advanced tactics like drone strikes to neutralize enemy forces and equipment. In the South Slobozhanskyi direction, the "Gart" brigade destroyed multiple enemy units, showcasing the effectiveness of their strategy. Meanwhile, the Phoenix unit has been instrumental in targeting occupier logistics and sabotage groups in regions like Kharkiv and Donetsk. Aside from military operations, the State Border Service has been vigilant in intercepting illegal border crossing attempts, as seen in recent exposures of smuggling schemes along the Ukrainian borders with Romania and Moldova. These operations ensure the integrity of Ukraine’s borders and highlight the importance of the State Border Patrol in protecting the nation's sovereignty and security.

What recent actions has the State Border Patrol taken to secure Ukraine?

The State Border Patrol has conducted successful operations including drone strikes against enemy positions, destroyed enemy equipment, and dismantled illegal border crossing schemes. These efforts span several regions, ensuring the security of Ukraine's borders and tackling both military and civilian threats.

How does the State Border Patrol use drones in military operations?

The State Border Patrol utilizes advanced drones to conduct precision strikes against enemy logistics and personnel. Units like the Phoenix and Gart brigades have successfully deployed drones to destroy occupation forces and equipment efficiently in multiple combat zones, significantly boosting military effectiveness.

What measures are taken to prevent illegal border crossings in Ukraine?

The State Border Patrol actively combats illegal border crossings by intercepting smuggling operations and detaining individuals involved in illegal activities. Recent actions included exposing schemes involving fictitious marriages, bribery attempts, and organized smuggling rings, thus securing Ukraine’s borders from illicit activities.

Has there been any movement of Belarusian military near the Ukrainian border?

According to the latest reports from the State Border Guard Service, there has been no observed movement of Belarusian military equipment or personnel near the Ukrainian state border, maintaining a stable situation in that sector.

How are border guards addressing challenges in the Donetsk and Kharkiv regions?

In Donetsk and Kharkiv regions, border guards have been actively engaging in military operations to repel assaults and destroy enemy infrastructure. Units like the Phoenix Border Guard are pivotal in counteracting Russian forces using strategic drone attacks, showcasing adaptability in challenging environments.

What recognition have border guard personnel received for their service?

Ukrainian border guard personnel have been recognized for their service and bravery. Notably, President Zelenskyy presented state awards to intelligence officers for their dedication, underscoring the national appreciation for their critical role in safeguarding the country's borders.

How does the State Border Patrol handle disruptions like customs database failures?

In events such as customs database failures, the State Border Guard Service acts promptly to inform the public and impose temporary measures like suspending entry or exit until systems are restored, minimizing inconveniences while securing border protocols effectively.

What strategies are used by border guards to capture illegal smugglers?

Border guards employ strategic surveillance and intelligence operations to detect and capture individuals engaged in illegal smuggling. By working with local detachments, operatives identify routes and methods used by smugglers, leading to successful interventions and arrests.

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Organizer of smuggling across the border detained in Zakarpattia region Border guards detain smuggler with boat and two conscripts in Zakarpattia region - SBGS. VIDEO+PHOTOS Zakarpattia border guards exposed the organizer of the illegal transportation of persons liable for military service across the border to Hungary. 2 254 10 Previously in trend: War

War Border guards spotted two occupiers dragging ammunition to their shelter and attacked them. VIDEO Border guards eliminated two occupants in southern Ukraine. 8 558 5 Previously in trend: War

Border guard helped people liable for military service to go to Hungary for $6,000 "Helped" men to go to Hungary for $6 thousand: border guard exposed in Zakarpattia region. PHOTOS In Zakarpattia, a border guard was exposed for helping to smuggle men of military age across the border to Hungary for a bribe. 2 565 11 Previously in trend: Grafters

Elimination of the occupiers in the Kramatorsk direction Defense forces attack Russian invader on motorcycle in field in Kramatorsk direction. VIDEO In the Kramatorsk direction, operators of the Unmanned Strike Aviation Systems Unit "Phoenix" of the "Revenge" brigade destroyed and damaged a tank, 4 cannons, 4 units of enemy mechanical transport, 5 120-mm mortars, a motorcycle with an occupier driver, a dozen enemy infantrymen and a hideout. 8 184 6 Previously in trend: War

War Defense forces destroyed tank, 4 BMP-2s, ammunition depots, mortar, and vehicle of occupiers in Kupiansk direction. VIDEO Soldiers of the Unmanned Strike Aviation Systems Unit "Phoenix" of the "Revenge" brigade destroyed a tank, 4 BMP-2 units, 2 occupiers' Starlink communication systems, an antenna, a 120-mm mortar and an occupier's vehicle in the Kupyansk sector. 6 ammunition depots, 2 UAV depots, 2 control points and a generator were burned. 4 328 2 Previously in trend: War

detonation of enemy equipment Border guards destroy enemy tank, two guns, mortar, shelter, ammo depot in Luhansk region. VIDEO Border guards of the "Revenge" brigade in Luhansk region destroyed an enemy tank, two cannons, a mortar, a shelter, an ammo depot and 15 Russian vehicles. 1 669 1 Previously in trend: War

Man tries to bribe border guard in Lviv region Man offers €500 bribe to border guard to travel abroad in Lviv region - SBGS. VIDEO+PHOTOS At the "Shehyni" checkpoint in Lviv region, servicemen of the 7th Carpathian Border Guard Detachment recorded another attempt to bribe an official. 4 496 31 Previously in trend: War

Forged documents at the border Driver detained for bribe to smuggle passenger with false documents on mother’s disability abroad - SBGS. PHOTOS A resident of Zakarpattia offered a bribe to a border guard of the Mukachevo Detachment for clear passage of her passenger, who was later found to have forged documents. 14 270 10

war Border guards destroyed enemy’s dugouts, firing points and communication system in Vovchansk direction. VIDEO Border guards of the reconnaissance and strike UAV groups of the "Hart" brigade delivered devastating strikes on the occupiers' positions in the Vovchansk direction. FPV drones and munitions destroyed enemy dugouts, firing points and communications systems. 2 503 0 Previously in trend: War

Border guards detain 6 men who paid $15,000 each for a boat across the Tisza They paid $15 thousand for boat across Tisza: 6 men detained near border in Zakarpattia - SBGS. PHOTO In Zakarpattia, border guards detained six men who had paid at least $15,000 to 'smugglers' to illegally cross the Tisza River into Hungary. 2 879 35

Draft dodgers disguised as a funeral cortege detained They disguised as funeral cortege: two draft dodgers detained in Zakarpattia region. PHOTOS In Zakarpattia, smugglers were detained who tried to smuggle two draft dodgers across the border under the guise of members of a funeral cortege accompanying the body of a fallen soldier. 5 450 26

Occupiers’ assault was thwarted Border guards thwart Russian motorcycle assault and eliminate 8 occupiers in Siversk direction. VIDEO In the Northern direction, the occupiers took advantage of the cloudy weather to try to break through to the front line of our defence in small groups on motorcycles. However, their manoeuvres were spotted in time by aerial reconnaissance men from the GALA drones company of the 1st Border Commandant's Office. 3 783 6 Previously in trend: War

scheme to smuggle people liable for military service to Romania is exposed "Businessman" who smuggled persons liable for military service abroad for $10-15 thousand exposed in Zakarpattia region - SBGS. VIDEO+PHOTOS In Zakarpattia, border guards exposed a 50-year-old resident of Dilove village who organised an illegal scheme to smuggle men liable for military service to Romania. 2 092 8 Previously in trend: War

destruction of the occupiers’ positions Border guards destroyed dugouts, observer posts, enemy positions, and killed 12 occupiers, wounded 33 others. VIDEO Artillery units of the "Hart" brigade delivered precision attacks on the positions of the occupation forces in the Vovchansk direction 2 333 3 Previously in trend: War

war Ukrainian troops destroy 2 Russian tanks, 5 vehicles, 3 mortars in Donetsk region. VIDEO Border guards of the Phoenix airborne assault rifle brigade of the Pomsta brigade do not allow the enemy to amass in the Kramatorsk direction in the Donetsk region. 2 907 1 Previously in trend: War

warehouse Border guards destroyed enemy field depots of ammunition warehouse - explosion caused huge fire "mushroom". VIDEO Border guards in the Zaporizhzhia direction of the frontline destroyed enemy field depots of ammunition warehouse - the explosion sent a huge fire mushroom into the air. 9 565 4 Previously in trend: War

Border guards detain violators near border with Romania using drone Drone helps border guards detain 3 offenders on border with Romania - SBGS. VIDEO+PHOTOS Border guards used a drone to detain three men who were trying to illegally cross the border with Romania. 2 386 13 Previously in trend: War

Russians ordered execution of Ukrainian prisoners of war We were ordered not to take anyone prisoner, to shoot everyone - occupier during interrogation at SBS. VIDEO The Russian military received an order to shoot Ukrainian prisoners of war. 11 941 25 Previously in trend: War

car is burning Occupiers’ car is on fire after being attacked by Kharkiv Border Guard Detachment; soldiers also hit shelter and ammunition depot. VIDEO Soldiers of the Kharkiv Border Guard Detachment destroyed 2 enemy vehicles, an enemy hideout and an ammunition depot in one of the frontline areas. 3 023 1 Previously in trend: War

occupiers’ hideouts were destroyed Border guards strike at enemy infantry groups amassing in Kharkiv region. VIDEO In the area of Vovchansk, despite the bad weather, attack drones of the Furiia unit of the Hart border guard brigade are actively working. 3 826 0 Previously in trend: War

In Chernivtsi region, scheme of men smuggling across border exposed Border guards expose scheme of men smuggling across border with Romania in Chernivtsi region - SBGS. VIDEO+PHOTOS In Chernivtsi region, border guards detained a group of people who were trying to smuggle men to Romania. 2 753 2 Previously in trend: War

occupiers’ hideout Border guards destroy tank, 10 mortars, a cannon, 5 military vehicles, 2 ammunition warehouses in Donetsk region. VIDEO Soldiers of the "Phoenix" infantry fighting vehicle of the "Pomsta" brigade in the Donetsk region in the Kramatorsk direction inflicted devastating losses on the Russian invaders. 2 325 2 Previously in trend: War

War Defense forces destroyed enemy special equipment, trench lines, dugouts, and fortifications.. VIDEO In the Vovchansk sector, border guards of the Gart Brigade delivered a powerful blow to the occupiers' positions. In the course of the successful operation, enemy special equipment was destroyed, including an excavator, as well as trench lines, dugouts and enemy fortifications. 5 698 2 Previously in trend: War

War Border guards destroyed enemy ammunition compound, Russian infantry, mortar, and vehicle. VIDEO In the Kharkiv region, border guards destroyed an enemy ammunition depot, Russian infantry, a mortar, and a vehicle. 2 427 1 Previously in trend: War

War Aerial reconnaissance destroyed enemy BK compound and several enemy shelters in Sumy direction. VIDEO Borderline "Vampires" hunt: aerial reconnaissance men of the Steel Frontier Brigade destroyed an enemy BC depot and several enemy hideouts in the Sumy sector. 2 651 3 Previously in trend: War

SBGS was allocated UAH 23 billion for procurement: they explained why SBGS explains why it was delegated procurement for UAH 23 billion The State Border Guard Service explained why they were delegated UAH 23 billion for procurement. 6 271 32

Eliminating channel for smuggling men across border Scheme of smuggling evaders abroad: two "businessmen" detained - State Border Guard Service. VIDEO+PHOTOS Border guards together with law enforcement officers exposed a scheme of men smuggling across the state border. 1 904 5 Previously in trend: War

Ministry of Defense will transfer UAH 23 billion to State Border Guard Service Ministry of Defense gave UAH 23 billion to Polish company, although DPA reported on risks - Zhelezniak. DOCUMENT The Defense Procurement Agency reported to the Ministry of Defense on the risks with PHULechmar Sp.z.o.o., but the ministry still decided to send it UAH 23 billion with a 100% advance payment. 13 795 40

destroyed enemy positions Ukrainian defence forces destroyed enemy trench lines, dugouts, positions and eliminated 30 occupiers in Vovchansk sector using MLRS. VIDEO The artillerymen of the "Hart" border brigade continue to demonstrate impeccable efficiency at the front, even in difficult weather conditions. In the Vovchansk sector, the soldiers made several precision attacks on the occupiers' positions. 4 072 4 Previously in trend: War

occupiers' tank Ukrainian Defense Forces destroy 2 armored vehicles, tank and Russian dugout in Sumy direction in just two days. VIDEO Soldiers of the 15th Mobile Border Guard Detachment "Steel Frontier" destroyed two armoured vehicles, a tank and an enemy dugout in the Sumy direction in just two days of FPV drone operations. 2 601 4 Previously in trend: War

detonation of the occupiers' ammunition depot Border guards destroyed T-72 tank, cannon, 8 vehicles, and field ammunition depot of Russians. VIDEO Operators of combat drones of the Unmanned Strike Aviation Systems Battalion "Phoenix" of the "Revenge" brigade destroyed a T-72 tank, a cannon, 8 units of enemy vehicles, a UAV control center, a field ammunition and fuel and lubricants depot near Kreminna and Serebrianskyi forestry. The soldiers also destroyed Russian positions and eliminated many occupiers. 1 798 2 Previously in trend: War

Two fugitives and their smugglers detained in Odesa region SBGS: Two fugitives and their smugglers detained in Odesa region on their way to Moldova. VIDEO+PHOTOS In Odesa region, border guards foiled an attempt to illegally cross the border with Moldova. 2 125 12 Previously in trend: War

Border guards destroyed the occupiers' positions Defense forces destroyed UAV control centers, cannon, grenade launcher, 3 ammunition depots and occupiers’ vehicles. VIDEO Two UAV control centers, a cannon, a generator, a grenade launcher, three ammunition depots and three occupiers' vehicles were destroyed by border guards of the Phoenix unit of the Revenge Brigade in the Donetsk region. 1 825 1 Previously in trend: War

Man posing as woman exposed at border Man posed as woman to cross Polish border - SBGS. PHOTOS At the "Yahodyn" checkpoint, border guards stopped a man posing as a woman using forged documents. 9 686 38

Border guards detain violators in mountains Service dog helps border guards detain offenders in mountains - SBGS. PHOTOS A service dog helped border guards catch two violators who were heading across the mountains to the border with Romania. 2 395 10 Previously in trend: War

Corruption in SBGS: 18 border guards detained in 2024 SBGS: 18 border guards detained for corruption since beginning of year. INFOGRAPHICS On the International Anti-Corruption Day, which is celebrated on 9 December, the State Border Guard Service reported on the number of attempts to bribe border guards in 2024. 1 107 9 Previously in trend: Fighting corruption in Ukraine

War Border guards destroyed positions of invaders, a car, 5 shelters and Russian field ammunition depot. VIDEO In the Kharkiv sector, Ukrainian border guards and aerial reconnaissance men conducted a successful operation, inflicting significant losses on the enemy. Precision drone strikes destroyed the occupiers' positions, a vehicle, five shelters and a Russian ammunition depot. 2 475 1 Previously in trend: War

Death of two men during illegal border crossing Deaths of two men during illegal border crossing with Ukraine: one in mountains, the other in river – SBGS. VIDEO+PHOTOS In Romania, near the border with Ukraine, the bodies of two men were found who had died during an illegal border crossing. 4 513 26 Previously in trend: War

"Revenge" drones eliminate equipment and occupiers Border guards destroy enemy’s tank, artillery and warehouses with "Revenge" drones - SBGS. VIDEO Soldiers of the Rapid Reaction Border Commandant's Office "Phoenix" in the Kramatorsk direction struck powerful blows at the Russian occupiers using modern "Revenge" attack drones 3 009 1 Previously in trend: War

The activity of enemy subversive reconnaissance groups is not increasing now SBGS: Enemy subversive reconnaissance groups’ activity is not increasing, but threat remains – State Border Guard Service The State Border Guard Service does not record significant use of sabotage-reconnaissance groups by the occupiers, their activity has decreased at some point. 281 1 Previously in trend: War

Rustem Umerov Defence Ministry’s decision to transfer 23 billion to SBGS is outright sabotage and rollback of legal procurement reform - Kaleniuk By deciding to transfer UAH 23 billion to the State Border Guard Service for the contracting of ammunition, the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine "signed its own complete failure". 8 588 40

enemy IFV Border guards targeted enemy IFV with fire in Vovchansk direction. VIDEO In the Vovchansk direction, an enemy IFV tried to approach the border guards' positions. Artillery and attack drones of the Forpost brigade targeted the armored vehicle with fire. The occupiers themselves fled, leaving their equipment behind. 2 717 0 Previously in trend: War

Two pseudo-spouses exposed on border with Poland They married women with disabilities: Two pseudo-spouses exposed on border with Poland - State Border Guard Service. PHOTOS On the border with Poland, border guards found two pseudo-couples, in both cases men married women with group 2 disabilities to obtain grounds for travelling abroad. 5 022 26

detonation of naval mine Sea mine washed up on beach by storm was detonated in Odesa region. VIDEO Border guards discovered a sea mine that had been torn off its anchorage and washed up on a beach in Odesa region as a result of stormy weather. 2 329 2 Previously in trend: War

state border guard service SBGSU on allocation of UAH 23 billion to it: Please, do not speculate on mentioned topic and avoid manipulations The State Border Guard Service of Ukraine commented on the delegation of authority to purchase defence goods for the needs of the Ukrainian Defence Forces and called for no speculation on this topic and to avoid manipulation. 4 895 13

Serhii Deineko visits border guards in eastern Ukraine SBGS Head Deineko visits combat units in eastern Ukraine. VIDEO+PHOTOS The head of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine, Serhii Deineko, visited border guard units defending their positions in the east of the country. 1 867 5 Previously in trend: War

війна Border guards fire on enemy dugouts, trenches and truck used by occupiers for transportation. VIDEO Border guard pilots of the Gart Brigade's bomber drones in Vovchansk covered enemy dugouts, trenches and a truck used by the occupiers for supply. 2 954 0 Previously in trend: War

війна Ukrainian defenders destroyed tank, cannon, howitzer, 2 mortars, and 6 Russian vehicles in Kramatorsk direction. VIDEO Border guards of the 'Vengeance' brigade destroyed a tank, a cannon, a howitzer, 2 mortars, and 6 vehicles in the Kramatorsk sector. Two ammunition depots and a position of enemy UAV operators were burned. The occupiers' infantry also suffered a lot. 2 845 1 Previously in trend: War