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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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Ukrainian tried to smuggle 6,000 cigarette packs to Romania. VIDEO Ukrainian tried to smuggle 6,000 cigarette packs to Romania. VIDEO More than six thousand packs of smuggled cigarettes were discovered by border guards during the car inspection. 1 873 4 Incidents

Ukraine Ukraine's government appoints Verlanov head of State Tax Service The Cabinet of Ministers has appointed Serhii Verlanov as head of the State Tax Service. 1 995 6 Ukrainian Politics

Two Russian law enforcement officers ask for political asylum in Ukraine Two Russian law enforcement officers ask for political asylum in Ukraine Two officers of the internal affairs agencies of the Russian Federation appealed to Ukrainian border guards for political asylum in Ukraine. 20 900 129 Incidents

Marinka checkpoint opened after recent attack by Russian proxies Marinka checkpoint opened after recent attack by Russian proxies Marinka checkpoint in Donbas has been unblocked after the recent attack that took place on April 5. 872 13 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Hnutove and Marinka checkpoints in Donbas to be closed until April 9 Hnutove and Marinka checkpoints in Donbas to be closed until April 9 The passage of people and transport through the contact line was suspended on April 5. 1 407 6 Incidents

Ukrainian tried to smuggle medical drugs from Belarus. VIDEO Ukrainian tried to smuggle medical drugs from Belarus. VIDEO At the Pishchia checkpoint on the border with Belarus, the border guards seized medicines that a citizen of Ukraine was trying to smuggle into the country. 2 178 19 Incidents

"That "That's not legally, sir", - Nigerian citizen offered border guard $3000 bribe for entry to Ukraine. VIDEO Border guards detained a 25-year-old Nigerian who was trying to bribe three thousand dollars for entry in Ukraine in Borispil airport. 6 401 38 Incidents

Russian election monitors to be banned from Ukraine, - Poroshenko Russian election monitors to be banned from Ukraine, - Poroshenko President Petro Poroshenko will order State Border Guard Service not to let Russian monitors in Ukraine during presidential elections. 8 253 222 Previously in trend: Presidential election 2019

Over 600 Russian nationals barred from entering Ukraine under martial law, chief border guard says Over 600 Russian nationals barred from entering Ukraine under martial law, chief border guard says The Ukrainian border guard service has denied admittance to over 600 Russian citizens since the declaration of martial law, and the number of Russians wishing to visit Ukraine has fallen 66% over that period, 2 606 65 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Top border guard says Russia paves way for economic blockade of Ukraine Top border guard says Russia paves way for economic blockade of Ukraine's ports Ukraine's State Border Guard Service Chief, Petro Tsyhykal says Russia creates preconditions for economic blockade of the country's sea and river ports. 9 034 27 Previously in trend: Azov Sea blockade

Exercise Sea Breeze 2018: Ukrainian border guards practiced direct sea deployment from helicopter. VIDEO&PHOTOS Exercise Sea Breeze 2018: Ukrainian border guards practiced direct sea deployment from helicopter. VIDEO&PHOTOS Today, the members of the Waterborne Missions Department of the Odesa Coastguard Detachment of the State Border Guard Service practiced helicopter-waterborne landing as part of the active phase of the multinational exercise Sea Breeze-2018. 9 843 27 Incidents

FSB inspected and released vessels in Sea of Azov heading for Ukrainian ports, - Border Guard Service FSB inspected and released vessels in Sea of Azov heading for Ukrainian ports, - Border Guard Service Ukrainian vessels which were reportedly detained by the Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) were just inspected. 27 944 150 Incidents

Border guards got beaten up by Mariupol-based café security, unknown young people after asking menu in Ukrainian Border guards got beaten up by Mariupol-based café security, unknown young people after asking menu in Ukrainian A Lieutenant Colonel and a press officer of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine were injured in the conflict that sparked in Mariupol RedCups café on June 17. The fight was allegedly initiated by the security guards who were later joined by unknown young people. 35 485 217 Incidents

Over 20 million Ukrainians traveled to EU since visa-free entered into force a year ago, - State Border Guard Service Over 20 million Ukrainians traveled to EU since visa-free entered into force a year ago, - State Border Guard Service More than 20 million Ukrainian nationals crossed the EU border over the year that passed since liberalization of travel requirements which is 2.3 million more than in 2016. 17 272 60 Previously in trend: Visa-free travel for Ukraine

Border Guard Service reports no casualties as Russian mercenaries attacked Maiorske checkpoint last night Border Guard Service reports no casualties as Russian mercenaries attacked Maiorske checkpoint last night On the night of May 10, the Russian terrorists fired upon the Maiorske checkpoint on the demarcation line between the government-controlled territory of the Donbas and its part occupied by combined Russian-separatist forces. 5 348 13 Incidents

Russian FSB cadet requests asylum in Ukraine. VIDEO Russian FSB cadet requests asylum in Ukraine. VIDEO Upon arrival to the border crossing point in the Kharkiv region, a Russian citizen asked to recognize him as a political refugee since he repeatedly participated in opposition rallies and finally decided to leave for Ukraine after the presidential election in Russia. 31 168 138 Incidents

Saakashvili detention captured on surveillance cameras. VIDEO Saakashvili detention captured on surveillance cameras. VIDEO New footage of former Georgian President Mikheil Saakashvili being detained in a Kyiv restaurant surfaced on the Internet. 82 608 378 Previously in trend: Saakashvili deprived of Ukrainian citizenship

Migration service tasked border guards to detain Saakashvili, - Interfax-Ukraine Migration service tasked border guards to detain Saakashvili, - Interfax-Ukraine Rukh Novykh Syl party leader Mikheil Saakashvili was detained by the unit of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine at the request of the State Migration Service. 30 912 166 Previously in trend: Saakashvili deprived of Ukrainian citizenship

Prosecutor general says domestic armored vehicles, missile systems production funded with money seized under special confiscation act Prosecutor general says domestic armored vehicles, missile systems production funded with money seized under special confiscation act The assets of the crime ring led by Yanukovych were attached in 2014, a number of cases have been initiated since then. The investigation lasted almost three years and resulted in 30 verdicts. 7 832 172 Previously in trend: Trial against Yanukovych

Border guards show biometric border-control procedure in trains. VIDEO Border guards show biometric border-control procedure in trains. VIDEO Ukrainian border guards demonstrated passengers crossing the Ukraine-Russia border by train passing the biometric border-control. 13 255 42 Incidents

Ukraine Ukraine's border guards start testing biometric control at Russian border The biometric border-control system was launched in test mode with the use of mobile passport readers at main border checkpoints to check the Ukrainian border guards' readiness ahead of the large-scale launch scheduled for Jan. 1, 2018. 8 395 87 Incidents

пограничники Moscow court leaves kidnapped Ukrainian border guards in pre-trial custody until early February. PHOTOS Lefortovo district court of Moscow extended pre-trial detention of Ukrainian border guards Bohdan Martson and Ihor Dziubak for another two months - until Feb. 5, 2018. The Ukrainian servicemen were abducted by the Russian secret services in Ukraine’s Sumy region at the border with Russia. 10 733 37 Previously in trend: Ukrainian hostages in Russia

луценко Raid in Zakarpattia put end to illegal use of land along state border, Prosecutor General Lutsenko says The joint law enforcement raid in the Zakarpattia region has settled the issue of unacceptable illegal use of land along the state border. Responsible officials will be indicted on Nov. 17. 24 903 40 Ukrainian Politics

госпогранслужба Ukraine tightens security at border with Slovakia over illegal migration upsurge, - Border Guard Service. PHOTOS The State Border Guard Service of Ukraine decided to send additional manpower and hardware to reinforce the section of Ukrainian-Slovak border due to recent illegal migration intensification. 16 522 28 Incidents

колмогоров Prosecutor General Lutsenko meets with MPs, persons involved in Kolmohorov's trial, - PGO. PHOTOS A meeting on the case of convicted border guard Kolmohorov is underway in the Prosecutor General’s Office of Ukraine. 36 694 127 Ukrainian Politics

граница контроль Border Service to collect fingerprints of Russian citizens and create own database In 2016, more than 1.5 million Russians entered Ukraine, while this year the number has already reached 1.4 million. 22 789 58 Ukrainian Politics

граница пограничники госпогранслужба пограничник Terrorist sniper wounded Ukrainian border guard at Marinka checkpoint, - State Border Service Russian mercenary sniper wounded a Ukrainian border on duty at the demarcation line. 12 010 16 Incidents

гпсу Ukrainian Spetsnaz trained by US counterparts to conduct night operations. PHOTOS+VIDEO U.S. military experts, within joint projects on international technical aid to Ukraine, trained Ukrainian Spetsnaz to conduct special night operations. 34 422 33 Photo News

цигикал Ukrainian border guards were kidnapped during consultation meeting, - Border Service Head Tsyhykal The State Border Guard Service has decided to limit the number of border consultation meetings with Russia due to kidnapping of two border guards in the Sumy region. 97 685 173 Incidents

граница Meeting regarding kidnapped border guards will take place in Briansk, - Slobodian It is not known where the kidnapped by Russia Ukrainian officers are. 22 566 63 Ukrainian Politics

граница Russia says it captured two Ukrainian border guards; Ukraine's Border Service confirms Yesterday, Oct. 3, two officers of Znob-Novhorodske unit of the Sumy border guard service were monitoring a section of the state border, when connection with them was lost at around 8 p.m. 114 835 130 Incidents

госпогранслужба State Border Service published named of guards killed in land mine explosion yesterday. PHOTOS On Sept. 28, two servicemen of the State Border Service of Ukraine were killed in a land mine explosion in Stanytsia Luhanska, the Luhansk region. 56 879 5 Incidents

саакашвили 69 protocols filed against participants of Shehyni turmoil, - Border Service To date, protocols have been filed against 69 individuals who illegally crossed the state border at Shehyni checkpoint on the Ukrainian-Polish border on Sunday night. 13 365 219 Previously in trend: Saakashvili breached across border

саакашвили Border guards trying to serve protocol of administrative offence to Saakashvili. LIVE Leader of Rukh Novykh Syl party, former Odesa governor Mikheil Saakashvili is holding a press conference at Lviv Leopolis hotel Tuesday morning. 37 740 204 Previously in trend: Saakashvili breached across border

саакашвили граница Only two Saakashvili supporters detained, - Interior Ministry Statements of mass detentions of activists supporting former Georgia President Mikheil Saakashvili are unfounded. 21 140 54 Previously in trend: Saakashvili breached across border

госпогранслужба слободян Passport will be confiscated, and citizen banned from entry, - State Border Service on Saakashvili's attempt to cross Ukraine's border The State Border Service says if Saakashvili attempts to cross Ukrainian border, the border guards will act in accordance with the law. 38 034 499 Previously in trend: Saakashvili deprived of Ukrainian citizenship

стена Names of seven people detained for embezzlement in Wall project made public Prosecutors of the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office will serve indictments to persons that were detained as suspects of embezzling funds of the Wall project, aimed at enhancing Ukraine-Russia border. 52 614 105 Ukrainian Politics

тритон NABU checking validity of deal to buy Tryton armored vehicles by Border Guard Service from Poroshenko's plant Court has allowed NABU to access and seize original documents from the State Border Guard Service on purchasing of Tryton-0103 armored vehicles from Leninska Kuznia plant. 69 045 200 Ukrainian Politics

граница пограничники госпогранслужба котел довжанский State Border Guard Service commemorates officers killed in fighting with Russians on state border in August 2014. PHOTOS The State Border Guard Service is commemorating Ukrainian border guards who were killed defending Ukraine from the Russian aggression in August 2014. 27 445 23 Ukrainian Politics

безвиз Over 162,000 Ukrainian citizens entered EU without visas, only 55 denied entry, - State Border Service As of Aug. 4, 2017, more than 162,000 Ukrainian citizens entered the countries of the European Union without visas. 6 522 25 Previously in trend: Visa-free travel for Ukraine

стена 500 million to be spent on Wall project in 2017, - State Border Service The state Border Service of Ukraine plans to spend 500 million hryvnia ($19.46 million) on the Wall project of strengthened border between Ukraine and Russia. 21 726 226 Ukrainian Politics

фсб Two Russian border guards captured at illegal crossing of Ukrainian border, - State Border Guard Service Head Nazarenko. PHOTOS At night of June 30, Ukrainian border guards and Armed Forces fighters detained two border guard officers of Russia's Security Service (FSB). 173 787 370 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas

безвиз More than 21,000 Ukrainian citizens entered EU without visas, - State Border Service As of June 19, 2017, more than half a million Ukrainian citizens entered EU countries since the visa-free travel was implemented on June 11. 10 381 85 Previously in trend: Visa-free travel for Ukraine

безвиз Almost 3,000 Ukraine citizens entered EU without visas since visa-free regime implemented, - State Border Guard Service official Slobodian As of Tuesday morning, 2,910 citizens of Ukraine benefited from the newly implemented visa-free regime between Ukraine and the EU member countries to enter the EU area since its coming into effect on June 11. 22 851 128 Previously in trend: Visa-free travel for Ukraine

свеча One Ukrainian soldier killed, six wounded, seven border guards traumatized, - ATO HQ The fighting in the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) area in the east of Ukraine claimed life on one Ukrainian military yesterday, June 8. Six fighters were wounded, and seven border guards traumatized. 19 375 1 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

иконка Marinka checkpoint comes under enemy fire, - State Border Guard Service Yesterday, Russian-terrorist forces again opened fire on Ukrainian positions at the Marinka checkpoint in the Donetsk region guarded by the military and border guards. 4 880 25 Incidents

граница стена State Border Service completes construction of "wall" on border with Russia The State Border Guard Service of Ukraine is completing a protection system at the state border with the Russian Federation in the Kharkiv region. The work continues in the Sumy and Luhansk regions. 43 828 129 Ukrainian Politics

граница Two more Russian journalists denied entry to Ukraine, - Border Guard Service Ukraine's border officers have issued a 3-year entry ban against two more Russian journalists. 29 320 102 Ukrainian Politics