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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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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. 945 5 Previously in trend: Evasion from mobilization

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. 4 440 17

The Zakarpattia region exposes scheme of illegal travel to Slovakia Travelling to Slovakia for $10,000: four people detained in Zakarpattia region for helping draft dodger cross border – SBGS. PHOTOS Law enforcement officers detained four people who organised an illegal border crossing for a man of military age. 1 254 3 Previously in trend: Evasion from mobilization

Scheme of men smuggling USD 15 thousand for "disability": SBGS dismantles scheme of men smuggling in Odesa region. VIDEO+PHOTOS An underground business that helped men of mobilisation age to travel abroad illegally using forged documents was exposed in Odesa. 8 560 12

Vinnytsia region: criminal group smuggling people across the border exposed $10,000 ’ticket’: SBGS detains group smuggling people across border in Vinnytsia region. PHOTOS In the Vinnytsia region, law enforcement officers exposed a criminal group engaged in the illegal smuggling of persons across the state border. 2 440 6

Detention of five people for illegal border crossing in Bukovyna Illegal border crossing for €6.5 thousand: group of people trying to get to Romania exposed in Bukovyna - SBGS. PHOTO Chernivtsi border guards exposed a group of people who were trying to illegally cross the state border at the site of the Krasnoyilsk department. 2 510 18

Spies from Mohyliv-Podilskyi Two Russian spies detained in Vinnytsia region for publishing information about military on social media. PHOTOS The State Border Guard Service in cooperation with the SSU exposed a group of people whose activities posed a threat to the national security of Ukraine. 4 716 9

a border violator almost died in the mountains Hypothermia and dehydration: Border guards rescued man who was trying to get to Romania through mountains, he is in intensive care - SBGS. VIDEO+PHOTOS The border crosser almost died while crossing the highlands. He tried to get to Romania but failed. Border guards found him 10 metres from the border. The man is currently in intensive care. 3 916 30

UAV helped border guards detain three violators on border with Romania Border guards detain three violators on border with Romania using UAVs - SBGS. VIDEO&PHOTOS The Border Patrol used a drone to detect and detain three men in camouflage who were trying to illegally cross the border into Romania. 1 717 11

Russian was detained for attempting to illegally cross the border He tried to get to EU through Zakarpattia: border guards detained drunk Russian who tried to illegally cross border - SBGS. PHOTOS Border guards of the Palad Komarivtsi department of the Chop detachment detained a Russian citizen in Transcarpathia who was trying to illegally cross the border. 2 986 19

Border guards with drones detained violators on the border with Romania Border guards detained three violators in mountains on border with Romania using drone - SBGS. VIDEO+PHOTOS While monitoring the state border using a UAV, border guards spotted three people heading to Romania. 1 912 33

Three Ukrainians wandered for seven days in the Carpathians trying to cross the border Seven days in Carpathians: three Ukrainians got lost while trying to illegally cross border with Romania - SBGS. VIDEO&PHOTOS On 12 January, in Zakarpattia, border guards of the Dilove department together with rescuers from the Rakhiv Mountain Search and Rescue Department rescued three men who had been wandering in the Carpathians for a week in an attempt to cross the border with Romania. 7 506 63

11 men detained in Odessa region who wanted to flee to Moldova $10,000 for online navigation: 11 men who wanted to flee to Moldova were detained in Odesa region - State Border Service of Ukraine. PHOTO On the night of 11 January, border guards stopped a car filled to the brim with men in the Odesa region. The driver and 10 passengers were planning to illegally cross the border into Moldova. 2 061 40

Border guards expose pseudo-couple from Kharkiv Fake marriage for $2000: border guards expose pseudo-spouses in Lviv region - SBGS. PHOTO At the "Krakivets" checkpoint, border guards of the Lviv Detachment exposed a pseudo-couple who used a fictitious marriage to attempt to travel abroad. 2 889 28

Abroad on an inflatable kayak. Border guards detained a man On inflatable kayak abroad: SBGS detains 26-year-old man in Odesa region. PHOTO Border guards detained a man in the Odesa region who was trying to cross the Transnistrian segment of the Ukrainian-Moldovan border. 2 486 46

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. 2 290 10 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. 2 595 11 Previously in trend: Grafters

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. 4 528 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. 14 302 10

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. 2 918 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. 5 481 26

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. 2 121 8 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. 2 433 13 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. 2 785 2 Previously in trend: War

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. 1 937 5 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. 2 155 12 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. 9 728 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. 2 429 10 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. 4 545 26 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. 5 052 26

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. 1 900 5 Previously in trend: War

Nearly 1500 border guards trained by Interflex in UK Almost 1500 border guards trained under Interflex program in UK. PHOTOS Since the beginning of 2024, nearly 1,500 Ukrainian border guards have completed the five-week Interflex training programme in the UK. 808 7

Двох ухилянтів затримано на кордоні з Румунією Two men get stuck in barbed wire while fleeing from border guards to Romania. PHOTO On the border with Romania, two men, fleeing from border guards, got stuck in barbed wire. 6 202 29

Тіло чоловіка виявили біля кордону з Румунією Man’s body found in Ivano-Frankivsk region near border with Romania - State Border Guard Service. PHOTOS In Ivano-Frankivsk region, near the border with Romania, the body of a man was found, which had most likely been lying there for several months. Nearby were belongings and documents in the name of a Ukrainian citizen born in 1980, a resident of Chernihiv region. 5 260 43

Затримано порушників кордону For $2,000 on rubber boat to Moldova: Two men detained on banks of Dniester - State Border Guard Service. PHOTO Border guards of the Mohyliv-Podilskyi detachment detained two men with a rubber boat on the banks of the Dniester who were about to cross the river to get to Moldova. 2 076 9

затримані на Закарпатті ухилянти Smugglers in Zakarpattia sold boat and plywood paddle to draft dodgers for 20 thousand dollars. PHOTO In Zakarpattia, border guards detained two men who were making their way to the border with Hungary with an inflatable boat under the cover of darkness. The detainees were residents of Kyiv and Uzhhorod. 6 336 30

Прикордонники врятували порушника He was trying to illegally enter Hungary, but got lost and stuck in swamp: Border guards rescued offender who called SBGS himself. PHOTO Near the border with Hungary, border guards rescued a violator who got lost and almost drowned in a swamp while attempting to illegally cross the border. 2 025 7

На кордоні викрили "багатодітного батька" Man who invented story about "triplets in incubators" and wanted to go to Germany with forged birth certificates detained - SBGS. PHOTO Ukrainian border guards of the Carpathian Detachment detected an attempt to cross the state border by a man liable for military service with three birth certificates of his children that contained signs of forgery. 3 854 10

військові медичні автобуси від Норвегії Norway donates military ambulances to Ukraine. PHOTO The State Border Guard Service and the National Guard received military medical buses from the Norwegian Defence Logistics Agency. The vehicles were donated as part of NATO's Comprehensive Assistance Package for Ukraine. 7 659 19 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine

Двоє чоловіків напідпитку намагалися перетнути кордон Two drunken men who tried to illegally cross border with Poland were detained - State Border Guard Service. PHOTO Not far from the border with Poland, border guards spotted two men trying to overcome the barrier fence. As it turned out, they had the idea to make a spontaneous trip after drinking alcohol. 2 205 9

Прикордонники ліквідували канал незаконного переправлення осіб за кордон через Шлях SBGS: Channel for smuggling people across border using "Shliakh" system is eliminated in Odesa region. PHOTOS Ukrainian border guards eliminated a channel for smuggling men of military age across the border using the Shliakh information system. The organiser was detained for entering false information about individuals into the system for a bribe. 2 991 13

Прикордонники на Закарпатті викрили 42-річного ухилянта 42-year-old evader was caught on fictitious marriage with 78-year-old mother-in-law at border with Hungary - SBGS. PHOTO Border guards detained a man at the "Tysa" checkpoint who wanted to leave Ukraine. His reason for travelling abroad was supposed to be the disability of his "wife". 5 333 66

На Одещині прикордонники затримали водія з прихованим уродженцем Курщини In hiding place of truck for €1000: native of Kursk region tried to get to Moldova unnoticed - SBGS. VIDEO&PHOTOS On the Odesa-Reni motorway, border guards together with National Police officers detained a 36-year-old truck driver who was trying to smuggle his passenger, a native of Kursk region, to the border with Moldova. 13 103 9

Затримано організаторів переправлення осіб за кордон To Moldova for $10 thousand: Organizers of human smuggling scheme are detained. VIDEO+PHOTOS Law enforcement officers detained the organisers of a scheme to smuggle people of military age across the border. Fifty-one searches were conducted in Ternopil, Lviv, Odesa and Chernivtsi regions. 2 337 3

ухилянт у багажнику Man paid 13 thousand dollars for traveling in trunk to border with Romania - SBGS. VIDEO&PHOTOS In Chernivtsi region, border guards detained a smuggler with a client in the trunk. 3 948 13

Теща і зять вдавали "молодят" на кордоні During attempt to leave Ukraine, "newlyweds" who turned out to be mother-in-law and son-in-law were detained - State Border Service. PHOTO Border guards detained a 56-year-old woman and a 39-year-old man who were trying to leave Ukraine as a married couple, but they turned out to be mother-in-law and son-in-law. 14 131 113

На Дунаї затримано чоловіка у рятувальному жилеті і ластах Man wearing life jacket and flippers who was planning to illegally get to Romania was detained on Danube - State Border Guard Service. VIDEO&PHOTOS Border guards of the Izmail detachment detained a man wearing flippers and a life jacket on the Danube River. He swam to the island of Ermakov, and from there he tried to get across the border to Romania. 3 815 29

Затримано порушників кордону Through thickets and Dniester: three chefs of Odessa restaurant who tried to enter Moldova illegally were detained - State Border Service. PHOTOS On the Ukrainian-Moldovan border, border guards detained three men who were trying to illegally enter Moldova. Their route was planned to run through the thickets and the Dniester River. 5 489 31