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The State Border Guard Service (SBGS) of Ukraine plays a pivotal role in national security and border protection. On State Border Guard Service Day, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy honored servicemen for their dedication. Despite challenges, SBGS will not switch to a corps-based structure, ensuring stability within the Defense Forces. As tensions rise, border guards have efficiently countered Russian UAV assaults in regions like Kharkiv and Sumy, destroying enemy infrastructure and positing impactful resistance. Notably, seasonal traffic and unauthorized crossings highlight ongoing challenges, with illegal smuggling attempts frequently uncovered by vigilant SBGS officers. For example, operations in Zakarpattia and Volyn exposed schemes exploiting military-age men. The State Border Patrol is crucial in safeguarding stability, ensuring border integrity amidst heightened regional threats.

What are the recent commendations related to the State Border Patrol?

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy awarded state honors to border guards on State Border Guard Service Day for their unwavering commitment and service. This commendation celebrates the dedication and bravery of those protecting Ukraine's borders.

Will the State Border Guard Service transition to a corps-based structure?

The State Border Guard Service of Ukraine, led by Demchenko, has confirmed that there will be no transition to a corps-based structure within the Defense Forces, maintaining its current organizational form.

What measures is the SBGS taking against illegal border crossings?

The SBGS actively counters illegal border crossings through strategic operations, uncovering smuggling schemes and detaining individuals attempting illegal crossings. They focus on regions like Zakarpattia, highlighting ongoing vigilance to maintain secure borders.

How is the SBGS responding to threats in regions bordering Russia?

The SBGS, alongside defense forces, successfully counters threats in regions like Kharkiv and Sumy by neutralizing enemy positions, utilizing UAV technology, and suppressing enemy incursions to maintain territorial integrity.

Is there a risk of border closures with the European Union?

The SBGS reports no current risk of border closures with the EU, though seasonal traffic increases may cause queues at checkpoints. Continuous monitoring and management are in place to ensure border fluidity.

What technology is the State Border Patrol using against enemy drones?

The SBGS employs advanced UAV technology and FPV drones to effectively counteract enemy aerial threats, successfully intercepting and eliminating Russian drones and minimizing their potential impact on Ukrainian defenses.

Are new smuggling routes being identified by the SBGS?

Recently, the SBGS uncovered multiple smuggling routes in regions such as Zakarpattia and Volyn. These operations are designed to deter and disrupt illegal crossings and trafficking efforts, ensuring comprehensive border security.

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war Ukrainian forces destroy enemy FPV launch sites and 14 shelter positions in Kursk direction. VIDEO Drones operated by the strike UAV company "Prym" unit of the 5th Border Detachment destroyed four enemy FPV drone launch sites, six enemy infantry personnel, three communication systems, fourteen enemy shelter positions, and one ammunition depot in the Kursk direction. 2 273 7 Previously in trend: Situation at front

war Defense Forces destroy APC, UAV command post, truck, communications equipment, shelters, and Russian checkpoint. VIDEO Border guards from the "Phoenix" strike UAV company of the "Pomsta" Brigade successfully destroyed several high-value enemy targets in the Kharkiv direction. During the operation, the following were hit: an armored personnel carrier, a UAV command post, a cargo truck, communications equipment, shelters with enemy personnel, and a Russian checkpoint. 2 449 1 Previously in trend: Situation at front

war Russian invaders unsuccessfully tried to shoot down Ukrainian drones with small arms. VIDEO Units of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine detected camouflaged enemy shelters in the southern direction. After visual confirmation of the targets, a strike group of FPV drones was promptly deployed. 3 431 3 Previously in trend: Situation at front

Two Russian soldiers were captured by the State Border Guard Service in the Kupiansk direction. Posing as Ukrainian troops: Two ruscists captured on Kupiansk direction. VIDEO Soldiers from the "Pomsta" Brigade captured two servicemen from the Russian military unit "Storm-Z" on the Kupiansk direction. 6 941 13 Previously in trend: captured occupiers

war Border guards strike Russian shelters and ammunition depots in Sumy direction. VIDEO Over the past day, fighters from the "Steel Border" unit operating in the Sumy direction destroyed several high-value targets and inflicted losses on enemy personnel. 2 227 1 Previously in trend: Situation at front

In Odesa, a scheme for the departure of draft dodgers through military exemption was exposed Organizer offering exemption from military service for $3,500 exposed in Odesa region – SBGS. PHOTO In Odesa region, border guards, together with the National Police and under the procedural guidance of the prosecutor’s office, detained a local resident who had organized a scheme to help individuals obtain illegal exemptions from military service. 675 1 Previously in trend: Evasion from mobilization

EU awaits meeting between Putin and Zelensky and threatens new sanctions Scheme to smuggle individuals across border for $20,000 uncovered in Lviv – SBGS. PHOTOS A scheme for the illegal crossing of the state border, organized by a local resident, has been exposed in Lviv. 2 052 2 Previously in trend: Smugglers of draft evaders exposed

Organiser of a scheme to smuggle draft dodgers detained in Volyn Organizer exposed in Volyn region for smuggling abroad for $8,500 – SBGS. PHOTOS In the city of Volodymyr, Volyn region, law enforcement officers exposed a man who had been organizing the illegal smuggling of draft-age men out of Ukraine in exchange for monetary compensation, bypassing official border checkpoints. 990 5 Previously in trend: Smugglers of draft evaders exposed

border blockade Polish hauliers launch protest rally. Truck traffic restricted at Yahodyn–Dorohusk checkpoint – SBGS On May 12, 2025, Polish hauliers launched a protest rally. Truck traffic through the Yahodyn–Dorohusk border crossing has been restricted. 4 303 54 Previously in trend: Blockade on Polish border

blocking border in Poland Today, Poles may start 4-month border blockade. Traffic through "Yahodyn-Dorohusk" checkpoint may be hampered, - SBGS The movement of trucks through the "Yahodyn-Dorohusk" checkpoint may be hampered by a protest on the Polish side. 3 244 39 Previously in trend: Blockade on Polish border

war Defense Forces destroy field ammo depot, 5 enemy vehicles, and 5 occupiers’ positions in Kharkiv region. VIDEO Border guards destroyed a field ammunition depot, five enemy vehicles, and the same number of occupiers’ positions in Kharkiv region. 2 195 0 Previously in trend: Situation at front

war Border guards strike communication antennas, occupiers’ vehicle, and DShK heavy machine gun position. VIDEO Border guards of the "Hart" Brigade are targeting enemy forces with mortars and drones. As a result of precise strikes, they hit: enemy communication antennas, an occupiers’ vehicle, and a position equipped with a DShK heavy machine gun. 1 485 0 Previously in trend: Situation at front

In Zakarpattia, an Armenian citizen was exposed who tried to smuggle a Kharkiv resident for $13,000 Armenian national was detained in Zakarpattia for smuggling Kharkiv resident across Tysa River into Hungary for $13,000. VIDEO+PHOTOS In Zakarpattia region, law enforcement officers exposed an attempt to smuggle a 22-year-old Kharkiv resident across the Ukrainian-Hungarian border. 1 510 8 Previously in trend: Smugglers of draft evaders exposed

Border guards detained man wanted for sex crime in Zhytomyr region Man wanted for raping minor detained on train in Zhytomyr region - SBGS. PHOTO In Zhytomyr region, border guards detained a man who was wanted under a criminal article on sexual relations with a minor. 4 888 10 Previously in trend: Rape of children

war Forpost fighters thwart Russian assault and capture enemy soldier – convict from "Storm Z" unit. VIDEO In the Vovchansk direction, border guards from the Forpost Brigade successfully repelled an assault by Russian invaders. Under fire from Ukrainian defenders, the enemy was forced to retreat with losses. During the battle, one of the assault troops was captured — a native of Kursk region and a warrant officer of the Russian army. It was later revealed that he had been fighting as part of the "Storm Z" unit, which is formed from convicts. Prior to mobilization, he had been serving a sentence for... 3 130 7 Previously in trend: Situation at front

Organisers of the smuggling of a draft dodder to Moldova detained in Odesa region To Moldova for $3,000: draft dodger’s smugglers detained in Odesa region – SBGS. PHOTO Border guards detained the organizer and accomplice of an attempt to illegally smuggle a conscription-age man across the Ukrainian-Moldovan border via the Transnistrian section. 818 8 Previously in trend: Smugglers of draft evaders exposed

war Kamikaze drone strikes Russian "loaf" vehicle marked with Z, as well as AFV and three trucks. VIDEO Border guards from the Phoenix UAV unit struck an enemy armoured fighting vehicle, destroyed three trucks and a UAZ "loaf" van. Approximately ten Russian troops were killed or wounded. 3 601 4 Previously in trend: Situation at front

war Defense Forces strike Russian artillery, ammunition depots, and troops on motorcycles. VIDEO FPV drones operated by Ukraine’s border guards effectively detect and strike targets that the enemy tries to conceal. Ammunition depots detonate, artillery is destroyed, vehicles burn, and those hoping to escape on motorcycles don’t make it. No attempt to hide proves successful. 3 147 9 Previously in trend: Situation at front

war Defense Forces destroy Russian Tor-M2 SAM system, two Msta-S self-propelled howitzers, three tanks, and 17 military trucks. VIDEO Fighters of the State Border Guard Service unit of the Phoenix strike UAV company destroyed a Tor-M2 surface-to-air missile (SAM) system, two 2S19 Msta-S self-propelled howitzers, three tanks, a 30 mm 2A42 autocannon, 17 Russian military trucks, and three other enemy vehicles over the past week in the Kupiansk direction. 2 745 11 Previously in trend: Situation at front

Organiser of illegal departure of draft dodgers detained in Lviv region For $15,000, he smuggled draft dodgers abroad: Lviv region exposes organiser - SBGS. VIDEO+PHOTOS In Lviv region, law enforcement officers exposed a 49-year-old resident of the region who organised a scheme for illegal border crossing by men of military age. 2 204 5 Previously in trend: Smugglers of draft evaders exposed

war Ukrainian defenders struck enemy shelters, dugouts, communications equipment, transport and personnel. VIDEO Fighters of the "Prym" UAV Strike Company of the Sumy Border Guard Detachment targeted Russian forces in the Sumy direction. Enemy shelters, dugouts, communications equipment, vehicles, and personnel were struck by attack drones. 2 086 1 Previously in trend: Situation at front

war Defence forces destroyed two shelters along with enemy forces in Sumy direction. VIDEO Border guards of the Steel Frontier launched a precision strike with FPV drones at the positions of the invaders. As a result, two hideouts were destroyed along with enemy manpower in the Sumy direction. 3 024 2 Previously in trend: Situation at front

War Enemy is testing new tactics in Donetsk region, using motorcycle convoys and ground drones. VIDEO The enemy is testing new tactics in the Donetsk region, using motorcycle convoys and ground drones. Two enemy robotic systems, a tank, a shelter, and a group of motorcyclists were in the sights of the Phoenix UAV operators. All of them were destroyed. 10 564 17 Previously in trend: Situation at front

SBGS: Military exercises in Belarus pose a potential threat to Ukraine Planned military exercises in Belarus pose potential threat to Ukraine – SBGS Military exercises announced by Belarus and Russia, which may involve units of the Russian army, pose a risk to Ukraine, and the level of threat is expected to increase during this period. 1 843 14 Previously in trend: miltary training of belarus and russia

AFU Russia continues assault on Vovchansk: enemy suffers losses, but does not abandon attempts to break through - State Border Guard Service The Russian army does not stop attacking the positions of the Ukrainian Defense Forces near Vovchansk in the Kharkiv region. 528 1 Previously in trend: Hostilities in Kharkiv region

SBGS, draft evaders Border guards detain violator who tried to cross border hidden in truck’s sleeper cab. VIDEO+PHOTOS In Yahodyna, border guards found a man hiding in a truck. 1 302 5

channel for smuggling draft dodgers was exposed in Zakarpattia Smuggling of draft dodgers to Hungary for $25,000: three criminals exposed in Zakarpattia region - SBGS. VIDEO+PHOTOS In Transcarpathia, border guards of the Mukachevo Detachment exposed three people who organised the illegal smuggling of men liable for military service to Hungary outside checkpoints. 1 491 12 Previously in trend: Smugglers of draft evaders exposed

State Service of Ukraine Day Zelenskyy honours border guards with awards on State Border Guard Service Day. VIDEO On the occasion of the Day of the Border Guard, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy presented state awards to the servicemen of the State Border Guard Service. 461 3 Previously in trend: Awarding awards to military

Whether the State Border Guard Service will switch to the corps-based structure. They answered. SBGS will not switch to corps-based structure – Demchenko The State Border Guard Service of Ukraine (SBGS) will not switch to a corps-based structure within the Defence Forces system. 992 1 Previously in trend: Corps system in AFU

A new automobile checkpoint has been opened on the border with Poland Blocking of border with EU is not expected, queues are possible due to seasonal traffic growth - SBGS The State Border Guard Service of Ukraine has not received any information about the possible blocking of checkpoints by border guards of neighboring countries of the European Union. 604 3 Previously in trend: Border with US

war Defence forces destroyed three enemy UAV piloting sites and neutralised nine occupiers in Vovchansk direction. VIDEO Border guards used cannon artillery and multiple rocket launchers to fire at enemy positions. 2 341 1 Previously in trend: Situation at front

war Defense forces destroyed 19 trucks, passenger vehicles, armored vehicle, howitzer, and Russian mortar. VIDEO Border guards from the Phoenix unmanned aerial vehicle unit of the Pomsta brigade inflicted significant losses on the enemy over the past week in the Kupiansk direction. 3 757 3

war Border guards destroy Russian tricolor flag erected by occupiers in Kharkiv region. VIDEO UAV operators spotted an enemy flag raised on the roof of a building in the temporarily occupied territory of the Kharkiv region. Ukrainian border guards destroyed the Russian tricolor along with the flagpole. 4 428 4 Previously in trend: Situation at front

A scheme for smuggling draft dodgers across the border was uncovered in Zakarpattia Scheme to smuggle draft dodgers abroad for $8,000 uncovered in Zakarpattia – SBGS. VIDEO+PHOTOS Three people were detained in Zakarpattia region for organising the smuggling of men of military age across the state border. 1 354 10 Previously in trend: Smugglers of draft evaders exposed

war Border guards destroyed enemy artillery, shelters, dugouts, mortar positions, and enemy transport. VIDEO Operators of combat drones of the 5th Border Guard Detachment from the сompany of strike unmanned aerial vehicles "Prime" unit destroyed enemy artillery, shelters, dugouts, mortar positions, vehicles and personnel in the Sumy sector. 1 574 3 Previously in trend: Situation at front

border guard Enemy assault groups are trying to enter Sumy region to expand combat zone - State Border Service The situation in the Sumy direction remains difficult, there, they continue to record the use of the tactic of attempting to enter the territory of Ukraine by small assault groups (MSG). 1 224 12 Previously in trend: Attacks by SRG on the border of Sumy region Fightings near the border of the Sumy region

State Border Guard Service exposed law enforcement officer for smuggling conscripts across border Law enforcement officer detained in Kyiv for smuggling draft dodger to Poland for $15,000 – SBGS. PHOTOS Border guards jointly with the SBI detained a law enforcement officer who, together with unidentified accomplices, organised the smuggling of military-age men to EU countries. 1 358 13 Previously in trend: Smugglers of draft evaders exposed

war Border guards eliminate ten occupiers and destroy communication antenna near Vovchansk. VIDEO Border guards of the Gart Brigade conducted precision strikes on enemy positions: ten occupiers were eliminated and a communication antenna near Vovchansk was destroyed. 2 494 1 Previously in trend: Situation at front

Two draft dodgers detained in Zakarpattia region near the border with Slovakia "To girls for Easter": two draft dodgers detained in Zakarpattia – SBGS. PHOTO Near the village of Onokivtsi in the Uzhhorod District, border guards detained two men subject to military service who were attempting to illegally cross into Slovakia. 2 565 18 Previously in trend: Evasion from mobilization

Camera trap captures border violators in Bukovyna Camera trap exposed two offenders en route to Romania: they were detained in Bukovyna – SBGS. VIDEO&PHOTOS Two men who tried to illegally cross the border with Romania through the mountainous terrain in Bukovyna were caught in a camera trap set by border guards. 3 896 13 Previously in trend: Evasion from mobilization

Attempted to bribe a border guard and travel abroad He tried to bribe border guard with $1,500: man detained in Volyn while attempting illegal border crossing – SBGS. PHOTOS A citizen of Ukraine was detained at the Ustyluh checkpoint who offered a State Border Guard Service serviceman $1500 for assistance in illegal border crossing. 2 461 14 Previously in trend: Illegal border crossing

war Defence forces destroyed VT-55A repair and evacuation tractor, trucks, guns, fuel and ammunition depots. VIDEO In the Kramatorsk sector, border guards of the "Phoenix" unit continue to destroy enemy equipment and weapons. 4 926 2 Previously in trend: Situation at front

swan Border guards rescued swan trapped in trench in Kherson region. VIDEO A swan unexpectedly arrived at the position of Ukrainian border guards in the Kherson region. The soldiers carefully pulled the bird out of the trench, made sure it was not injured, gave it some rest, and then took it to the nearest water body. After resting, the swan gained strength and continued its journey. 3 679 11 Previously in trend: Animals in combat zone

A man was detained in Kharkiv for the scheme of "postponement" of mobilisation For $13,000, he offered "deferment" from mobilization and illegal transfer abroad: man exposed in Kharkiv – SBGS. VIDEO+PHOTOS In Kharkiv, law enforcement officers exposed a 31-year-old man who promised to produce a fake certificate of deferment from mobilisation, remove him from the wanted list and smuggle him abroad for USD 13,000. 965 3 Previously in trend: Smugglers of draft evaders exposed Evasion from mobilization

AFU soldier Russians are setting up "anti-drone corridors" in Kursk region - SBGS Russian troops are actively using the so-called "anti-drone corridors" to protect their equipment from attacks by Ukrainian drones. 2 865 18 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Kursk region

Andrii Demchenko Border guards did not observe any ceasefire on part of Russia. There were both shellings and assaults - SBGS Despite the so-called "Easter truce" promised by Russian dictator Vladimir Putin, Russian troops continued shelling and assaults on the northern border. 312 5 Previously in trend: Putin announced Easter truce

War Border guards discovered and destroyed hidden enemy equipment and occupiers’ hideouts in Kharkiv region. VIDEO In the Kharkiv region, our border guards discovered and destroyed hidden enemy equipment. The soldiers attacked MLRSs and occupiers` hideouts. 2 127 2 Previously in trend: Situation at front

man tried to leave in tanker with oil On safety belts in tanker with oil: Odesa resident tried to illegally get to Moldova - SBGS. PHOTOS Border guards found the offender suspended in an oil tanker by safety belts. He was trying to illegally travel to Moldova. 7 239 45 Previously in trend: Draft evaders smuggling across the border