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The State Border Patrol is at the forefront of ongoing military operations, with recent actions intensifying along the Kursk border. The "Steel Border" unit has launched drone strikes, effectively neutralizing enemy positions and destroying equipment in the region. These precision operations emphasize the patrol's strategic role in defending Ukraine's borders. Notably, a Ukrainian MiG-29 pilot carried out successful airstrikes supported by the AASM HAMMER precision bomb, targeting a key occupier fortification. Additionally, operations include repelling enemy advancements in Hrabovske and Dobropillia, where the patrol halted Russian aggression. These proactive measures underscore the State Border Patrol's crucial position in maintaining national security and deterring threats across border regions.

What recent military success has the State Border Patrol achieved in the Kursk region?

The State Border Patrol, specifically the "Steel Border" unit, successfully conducted precision drone strikes in the Kursk region. These strikes resulted in the destruction of enemy positions and significant weakening of opposing forces. Such operations highlight the patrol's strategic deployment and effectiveness in border security operations, showcasing their important role in regional defense.

How does the State Border Patrol enhance border security against illegal crossings?

The State Border Patrol employs various strategies to enhance border security, including increased surveillance, deployment of advanced technology, and coordination with local and international agencies. Recent operations showcased their ability to detect and thwart illegal crossing attempts, including significant interceptions at key border points and the dismantling of networks involved in human trafficking and smuggling activities.

What technologies are utilized by the State Border Patrol in their operations?

The State Border Patrol utilizes advanced technologies such as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), precision strike drones, and surveillance systems. These technologies allow for precise targeting of enemy positions and effective monitoring of border activities. The integration of technology into patrol operations enhances their capability to secure borders and effectively combat threats.

What role did drones play in recent State Border Patrol operations?

Drones played a crucial role in recent State Border Patrol operations, particularly in the Kursk direction where they were instrumental in conducting precision strikes on enemy positions. These unmanned aerial vehicles enable the patrol to engage targets with accuracy while minimizing personnel risk. The success of these operations reflects the strategic advantage provided by drone technology.

In what ways does the State Border Patrol contribute to national defense beyond border security?

Beyond traditional border security, the State Border Patrol contributes to national defense by conducting aggressive military operations against enemy forces, participating in joint operations with other military units, and leveraging their strategic position to disrupt enemy logistics and supply lines. Their comprehensive approach supports broader national defense objectives and reinforces Ukraine's sovereignty.

How is the State Border Patrol responding to challenges related to smuggling and illegal trade?

The State Border Patrol actively combats smuggling and illegal trade through coordinated operations involving intelligence gathering, monitoring of key crossing points, and collaboration with other law enforcement agencies. Recent successes include dismantling large-scale smuggling networks and preventing the illegal transportation of goods across borders, demonstrating their commitment to upholding legal economic activities.

What results have been observed from the State Border Patrol's use of aerial reconnaissance?

The use of aerial reconnaissance by the State Border Patrol has yielded significant results, including the identification and destruction of enemy fortifications and troop concentrations. This capability allows for real-time intelligence collection, aiding in strategic planning and enhancing the efficacy of military operations aimed at securing Ukraine's borders and deterring enemy infiltration.

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Border guards uncovered a scheme in Zakarpattia Border guards dismantle illegal departure channel via Zakarpattia for $13,000. PHOTOS As a result of a joint special operation carried out by operatives of the 7th Carpathian Border Guard Detachment and the 27th Border Guard Detachment, officers of the Migration Police Department and Lviv District Police Department No. 1 of the Main Directorate of the National Police in Lviv region, with force support from the Dozor special unit and under the procedural supervision of the Lviv Regional Prosecutor’s Office, a channel for illegally smuggling people across the state border was... 1 374 2 Previously in trend: Draft evaders smuggling across the border Illegal border crossing

Rivne region man suspected of smuggling men abroad for $10,000 Border guards dismantle illegal channel for smuggling men abroad. PHOTOS In Rivne region, operational officers of the Zhytomyr detachment uncovered a scheme for illegally smuggling men across the border, organized by a resident of Sarny. 8 516 5 Previously in trend: Illegal border crossing

Foreign guide with clients detained near the border Foreign guide with "clients" was detained near border with Hungary with warning shots fired, - State Border Service of Ukraine. VIDEO+PHOTOS Border guards from the Mukachevo detachment detained a group of men who were attempting to illegally enter Hungary. Their foreign guide was taken into custody. 3 162 3 Previously in trend: Smugglers of draft evaders exposed Detention of draft dodgers at the border

Searches at Deineko’s home: what is known about the case? Former SBGS head Deineko appears in case of bribes for unhindered border crossing. DOCUMENT The name of former SBGSU Chairman Serhii Deineko appears in a corruption case involving the corruption at the border. 3 422 23 Previously in trend: Deineko case

The woman helped men of draft age to leave the country Law enforcement serve notice of suspicion on woman who helped draft-age men leave Ukraine. PHOTOS Law enforcement officers served a notice of suspicion on a woman who helped men of conscription age leave the country. 1 765 8 Previously in trend: Illegal border crossing

Contraband Apple equipment worth 35 million hryvnias Apple devices worth UAH 35 million hidden in car’s undercarriage: large-scale smuggling attempt has been uncovered, - State Border Guard Service. PHOTOS At the Nizhankovychi checkpoint, border guards discovered a large-scale attempt to illegally transport equipment worth over 35 million hryvnias. 4 052 11 Previously in trend: Smuggling of equipment

The State Bureau of Investigation detained a border guard from Dnipropetrovsk region State Bureau of Investigation detained border guard from Dnipropetrovsk region who helped men avoid mobilisation. PHOTOS Employees of the State Bureau of Investigation, in cooperation with the State Border Guard Service, detained and charged a border guard from the Dnipropetrovsk region who, in exchange for bribes, helped conscripts evade mobilisation by issuing fictitious disability certificates. 827 6 Previously in trend: Evasion from mobilization Illegal border crossing

Underground production exposed in Lviv region Large-scale scheme for illegal trade in counterfeit goods of well-known brands uncovered. PHOTOS A resident of Lviv region, together with accomplices, organized an illegal business that included the import and production of counterfeit goods. 2 496 8

Border guards, prosecutors shut down large fraud call center in Dnipro Fraud call center shut down in Dnipro: nearly 100 operators "worked" there. PHOTOS The other day, operational officers of the Cross-Border Crime Unit of the Eastern Regional Directorate of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine, with force support from fighters of the 10th Mobile Border Guard Detachment "DOZOR," together with prosecutors from the Left Bank District Prosecutor’s Office of the city of Dnipro, exposed and shut down a large-scale fraudulent call center operating in Dnipro. 10 027 24 Previously in trend: Fraudulent schemes

Border guards exposed a scheme for illegal border crossing 10,000 euros for "services": border guards uncover scheme involving illegal border crossings. PHOTOS A border patrol detained three residents of Kyiv and Vinnytsia regions as they attempted to illegally cross Ukraine’s border with Romania in the area overseen by the Hertsa border unit of the Chernivtsi Border Detachment. 980 3 Previously in trend: Smugglers of draft evaders exposed Detention of draft dodgers at the border

Organizer of illegal border crossing to Moldova detained by Ukrainian border guards Man exposed for organizing illegal border crossings to Moldova for $3,000. PHOTOS Operatives of the Internal and Personal Security Department of the Izmail Detachment exposed and detained the organizer of illegal transportation of persons across the state border of Ukraine. 1 146 7 Previously in trend: Illegal border crossing

In Odesa region, border guards twice refused bribes Two bribe-givers were exposed on border with Moldova. VIDEO+PHOTOS During the day, border guards of the Bilhorod-Dnistrovskyi detachment recorded two attempts at bribery. 1 663 5 Previously in trend: Grafters

A man was detained in Volyn for attempting to smuggle two people across the border Man detained in Volyn region for smuggling people across border for $11,500 – SBGS. PHOTOS Operatives of the Volyn Border Guard Detachment exposed a 46-year-old resident of Rivne involved in illegally smuggling people across Ukraine’s state border outside official checkpoints. 1 048 14 Previously in trend: Smugglers of draft evaders exposed

In Odesa region, a car carrying illegal migrants overturned on the road In Odesa region, car with illegal migrants overturned on way to border with Moldova - State Border Guard Service. PHOTOS Near the Ukrainian-Moldovan border in the Rozdilnyansky district, border guards found a car that was trying to break through to the border. 3 399 18 Previously in trend: Evasion from mobilization

Human trafficking organiser detained in Kharkiv Recruited women for sexual exploitation in EU: 20-year-old local resident detained in Kharkiv, - SBGS. PHOTOS In Kharkiv, police detained a 20-year-old local resident who, according to the investigation, organised the recruitment of women and their illegal departure to EU countries under the pretext of employment. 3 530 16 Previously in trend: Sexual exploitation

Smugglers caught crossing the border Illegal border crossing scheme exposed: deputy mayor involved – SBGS. PHOTOS Border guards detained a Ukrainian citizen who was trying to smuggle goods from Ukraine to Moldova bypassing checkpoints at the Sokyriany department in Chernivtsi region. 2 087 3 Previously in trend: Smugglers of draft evaders exposed

The State Border Guard Service captured a citizen of Kazakhstan In Vovchansk direction, border guards from "Forpost" captured citizen of Kazakhstan. PHOTO Ukrainian border guards of the Forpost brigade in the Vovchansk direction captured a Russian soldier who turned out to be a citizen of Kazakhstan. 3 198 7 Previously in trend: Captured Russian mercenaries

Three evaders detained in Zakarpattia Smuggling to Hungary for $29,000: three evaders detained in Zakarpattia – State Border Guard Service. PHOTOS In Transcarpathia, border guards of the Mukachevo Detachment detained three men from Kyiv, Odesa and Kirovohrad regions who were trying to illegally cross the border with Hungary. 1 477 0 Previously in trend: Evasion from mobilization

A group that smuggled men abroad through fictitious marriages was exposed in Volyn Fictitious marriages for $25,000: group that smuggled men across border was exposed in Volyn, - State Border Guard Service. PHOTOS In Volyn region, operatives exposed a criminal group that organised the trafficking of men abroad under the guise of fake marriages. 1 297 3 Previously in trend: Smugglers of draft evaders exposed

Ukrainian woman was carrying nearly a million dollars under the bonnet of her car Ukrainian woman was carrying nearly million US dollars under bonnet of her Mercedes, - State Border Guard Service. PHOTOS Thanks to information from the operational and search department of the Chernivtsi border guard detachment, the illegal export of 970 thousand US dollars was prevented at the Ukrainian-Romanian border. 5 140 3

Smugglers caught in Volyn region Two men detained in Volyn region for facilitating illegal transfer of persons across border. PHOTOS Operatives of the 9th Border Detachment named after the Sich Riflemen detained two offenders near the city of Novovolynsk as they were transporting a man of conscription age to the border area with the intention of illegally smuggling him across the border. 830 1 Previously in trend: Smugglers of draft evaders exposed

At the border with Moldova, a man hid under children’s clothes to leave Ukraine Hid under children’s belongings to leave Ukraine: man detained in Vinnytsia region, - SBGS. VIDEO+PHOTO At the Mohyliv-Podilskyi checkpoint in Vinnytsia region, border guards found a 29-year-old local resident who was trying to illegally travel abroad by hiding under belongings. 2 877 64 Previously in trend: Evasion from mobilization

In the Kharkiv region, fighters detained two Russian occupiers Border guards from "Hart" brigade captured two Russian soldiers in Kharkiv region. VIDEO+PHOTOS In Kharkiv region, border guards of the "Hart" brigade captured two Russian soldiers who were building fortifications on Ukrainian territory. 2 188 4 Previously in trend: Situation at front

Illegal scheme uncovered in Zakarpattia Scheme for illegal border crossing and attempt to bribe border guard exposed in Zakarpattia. PHOTOS A joint interagency group consisting of operatives from the Internal and Personal Security Office of the 27th Border Detachment of the  Main Office of Internal and Personal Security "West", officers of the Zakarpattia Department of the National Police’s Internal Security Directorate, and investigators from the Zakarpattia Regional Police, under the procedural guidance of the Zakarpattia Specialized Defense Prosecutor’s Office of the Western Region, exposed the organizer of illegal activity. 1 033 1 Previously in trend: Illegal border crossing

draft dodgers Six men of conscription age detained by border guards in Odesa region while heading to Moldova. PHOTO Operatives of Ukraine’s State Border Guard Service in the Podilskyi district of Odesa region stopped a minibus carrying a driver and six men of conscription age. The driver intended to illegally transport the passengers to the Transnistrian section of the Ukrainian-Moldovan border. 1 306 11 Previously in trend: Detention of border violators

A man with forged certificates for his children was detained at the border Forged birth certificates for twins to go abroad: man detained in Vinnytsia region, - SBGS. PHOTOS In Vinnytsia region, border guards stopped a 43-year-old resident of Dnipropetrovsk region who tried to go abroad posing as a father of many children. 1 260 1 Previously in trend: Evasion from mobilization forgery of documents

An attempt to smuggle men to Moldova was uncovered in Bukovyna Using ladder to Moldova: attempt to smuggle men across border uncovered in Bukovyna, - SBGS. VIDEO+PHOTO Border guards of the Chernivtsi detachment prevented the illegal smuggling of two men across the border with Moldova. 2 725 2 Previously in trend: Evasion from mobilization

A channel for smuggling draft dodgers to Romania was exposed in Zakarpattia Swimming across Tysa to Romania: channel for smuggling men across border has been exposed in Zakarpattia - State Border Guard Service. VIDEO+PHOTOS In Zakarpattia, border guards uncovered a channel for trafficking men abroad. 2 873 11 Previously in trend: Evasion from mobilization

A person who created an illegal logging scheme has been detained Soldier who created illegal logging scheme has been detained: damage to environment amounts to 400,000 hryvnias. PHOTOS A serviceman who created an illegal deforestation scheme was detained: environmental damage amounted to almost UAH 400,000. 1 265 6

A man in a wetsuit tried to flee to Moldova In wetsuit and with fins across Dniester: man detained on border with Moldova, - State Border Service. PHOTO Border guards of the Mohyliv-Podilskyi detachment detained a 39-year-old resident of Donetsk region who tried to illegally enter Moldova by crossing the Dniester River. 2 199 23 Previously in trend: Evasion from mobilization

Organiser of smuggling to Romania detained in Zakarpattia region Man smuggled to Romania for $6,000: Organizer detained in Zakarpattia region– SBGS. VIDEO+PHOTOS On the outskirts of Verkhnie Vodiane village, border guards uncovered an attempt to illegally smuggle a Ukrainian citizen across the border into Romania. 1 395 18 Previously in trend: Evasion from mobilization

An attempt to illegally cross the border was exposed in Zakarpattia Going abroad for $11,000: attempt to smuggle man exposed in Zakarpattia – SBGS. VIDEO+PHOTOS Border guards in Zakarpattia stopped a foreign-registered BMW attempting to illegally smuggle a man abroad. 2 800 5 Previously in trend: Draft evaders smuggling across the border

Participants in a scheme to smuggle draft dodgers abroad were detained in Volyn Border crossing for $15,000: scheme to smuggle draft evaders exposed in Volyn – SBGS. PHOTOS In Volyn, border guards exposed a 34-year-old resident of Kamin-Kashyrskyi district who, for $5,000, helped military-age men illegally cross the border. 1 293 14 Previously in trend: Evasion from mobilization

Organisers of illegal transport of draft dodgers detained in Vinnytsia region Smuggling draft dodgers abroad for $20,000: scheme exposed in Vinnytsia region - SBGS. PHOTO In Vinnytsia region, border guards uncovered an organized group that illegally smuggled draft-age men across the state border for money. 1 870 8 Previously in trend: Draft evaders smuggling across the border

Four draft dodgers detained on the border with Romania Hiding in weeds: four draft dodgers detained in Bukovyna – SBGS On the section of the "Hertsa" unit of the Chernivtsi Border Detachment, a UAV operator detected four individuals in camouflage moving toward the border with Romania, attempting to remain unnoticed among dense vegetation. 2 576 27 Previously in trend: Evasion from mobilization

Smugglers transporting a draft dodger to Hungary detained in Zakarpattia Smugglers detained in Zakarpattia for transporting draft dodger to Hungary for $5,500 – State Border Guard Service. PHOTOS In Zakarpattia, border guards, together with the Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) and the Uzhhorod District Prosecutor’s Office, uncovered a channel for illegally smuggling draft-age men across the border into Hungary. 1 159 14 Previously in trend: Smugglers of draft evaders exposed

A scheme to smuggle a conscript to Moldova was uncovered in Odesa region He was hidden in car for $8,000: "tourist" to Moldova detained in Odesa region – SBGS. PHOTOS Law enforcement officers in the Rozdilna district of Odesa region, together with border guards of the Podilsk detachment, stopped an attempt to illegally cross the border into Moldova. 3 629 4 Previously in trend: Evasion from mobilization

In Zakarpattia, a scheme was uncovered to help draft dodgers escape across the border in an ambulance Border crossing using ambulance: draft evasion smuggling scheme exposed in Zakarpattia – SBGS. PHOTOS Border guards, together with the police, uncovered a scheme to illegally smuggle draft-age men to Romania using an ambulance. 2 382 12 Previously in trend: Evasion from mobilization

Ten draft dodgers detained on the border with Moldova in Odesa region Border crossing with Moldova: 10 draft dodgers detained, coordinated remotely by "administrator" via Telegram – SBGS In Odesa region, servicemen from the Velykokomarivka Border Service Unit detained ten men attempting to illegally cross the border with Moldova. 2 366 57 Previously in trend: Evasion from mobilization

Men detained in Zakarpattia who wanted to swim across the border Four men detained in Zakarpattia for attempting to swim across Hungary border – SBGS. PHOTO Four residents of Khust district were detained in Zakarpattia after attempting to swim across the Tisza River to illegally enter Hungary. 1 846 40 Previously in trend: Evasion from mobilization

Border guards found the body of a man near the border Body of man found in mountains near Romanian border – SBGS. PHOTO Today, July 7, during patrol of a mountainous section of the Ukrainian-Romanian border, servicemen of the "Dilove" border service unit of the Mukachevo detachment discovered the body of an unidentified man. 2 312 28 Previously in trend: Bodies found near the border

Mobilisation evasion scheme uncovered in Chernihiv region Fake employment in schools: scheme to evade mobilisation has been uncovered in Chernihiv region – SBGS. PHOTOS In the Chernihiv region, border guards, together with the National Police and the Security Service of Ukraine (SSU), uncovered a criminal group that organized a scheme to evade mobilization through fake employment in teaching positions. 2 319 11 Previously in trend: Evasion from mobilization

A man who was fleeing to Transnistria on a boat was detained in the Odesa region He tried to flee across estuary to Transnistria: "rower" from Kyiv detained in Odesa region – SBGS. PHOTO During a night patrol near the Kuchurhan Estuary in Odesa region, Ukrainian border guards intercepted a man attempting to illegally cross the Transnistrian segment of the Ukraine–Moldova border by inflatable boat. 1 847 34 Previously in trend: Evasion from mobilization

In Rivne region, a man tried to cross the border by hiding in a truck Hiding under truck sleeper berth: man detained in Rivne region for attempted illegal exit from Ukraine – SBGS. VIDEO&PHOTOS Border guards in Rivne region discovered a resident of Dnipropetrovsk region attempting to evade control by hiding in the mechanical features of a truck.  2 790 21 Previously in trend: Evasion from mobilization

Scheme of fake certificates for travel abroad exposed Fake disability certificates: scheme to smuggle draft evaders abroad uncovered in Ukraine – SBGS. PHOTOS Operatives of the Separate Checkpoint "Kyiv" uncovered an organized criminal group that illegally smuggled citizens across the state border by providing them with forged disability documents. 5 736 11

A man with fake children’s certificates was detained in Vinnytsia region Forged documents on having many children: draft dodger detained in Vinnytsia region – SBGS. PHOTOS In Vinnytsia region, border guards detained a 32-year-old Ukrainian citizen who attempted to illegally leave the country using forged documents claiming he was a father of multiple children. 2 063 6 Previously in trend: Evasion from mobilization forgery of documents

Illegal channel for leaving the country exposed in Lviv region $18,500 to smuggle men abroad: scheme uncovered in Lviv region – SBGS. PHOTOS Border guards, together with the National Police and Migration Police, under the procedural guidance of the Sambir District Prosecutor’s Office, dismantled a channel for illegal exit of citizens from Ukraine. 2 964 15 Previously in trend: Smugglers of draft evaders exposed

A man who killed a girl and fled abroad was detained in Zakarpattia Brutally murdered girlfriend and tried to flee abroad: man detained in Zakarpattia – SBGS. PHOTO Border guards from the "Dilove" station of the Mukachevo detachment, in cooperation with police, detained a 22-year-old resident of Zaporizhzhia who was attempting to illegally cross the border into Romania. 5 803 6 Previously in trend: Arrest for murder