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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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A border guard watches the explosion of a Shahed shot down in the sky. Dead-center hit: Border guards in north shoot down Shahed with assault rifles. VIDEO Ukrainian soldiers continue to demonstrate remarkable accuracy, downing enemy attack UAVs even with small arms. As reported by Censor.NET, footage of a successful hunt by a unit of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine in the north of the country has been released online. 3 539 16 Previously in trend: Shooting down Shaheds

In Bukovyna, border guards uncovered a new scheme for smuggling men "Ambulance" to border: border guards in Bukovyna uncovered new scheme for smuggling men. VIDEO Recently, officers from the operational unit of the Chernivtsi border guard detachment uncovered a new scheme for illegally transporting Ukrainian citizens of conscription age abroad. 2 158 19 Previously in trend: Draft evaders smuggling across the border Smugglers of draft evaders exposed

Soldiers of the 26th Border forpost detachment intercepted and destroyed four Russian Shahed drones. Pilots of "Southern forpost" shot down four "Shahed" drones as they were moving towards Ukrainian cities. VIDEO Pilots from the 26th Border Guard Detachment "Southern forpost" shot down enemy drones during one of the attacks on Ukrainian cities. 1 512 2 Previously in trend: Shooting down Shaheds Destruction of Russian drones Drone operators

The Hart border brigade eliminated 28 Russian soldiers and wounded 22 more. Fighters of Hart Brigade repel enemy advance at border and eliminate 28 ruscists. VIDEO In the South Slobozhanskyi direction, the Hart border brigade stopped small infantry groups of occupiers who were trying to advance on the Ukrainian border. 2 152 7 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Drone operators

Soldiers of the Phoenix unit struck the occupiers’ equipment and personnel in the Lyman direction. Drones of Phoenix unit destroyed ruscists’ BM-21 Grad in Lyman direction. VIDEO Border guards of the Phoenix unit destroyed an enemy BM-21 Grad in the Lyman direction. 1 868 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Hostilities in Lyman sector

Passenger traffic across Ukraine’s border is growing Passenger traffic across Ukraine’s border is growing: more people are leaving than entering The total passenger traffic across Ukraine's western border for the previous week – from February 14 to 20 – increased by 3% to 406,000. 5 240 10 Previously in trend: Situation at the Polish border Situation at the Hungarian border

Border guards hit the occupiers’ artillery and equipment in the North Slobozhansky direction Border guards from "Prime" destroy 2 D-30 guns, equipment and 10 occupiers in North Slobozhanskyi direction. VIDEO Border guards from the "Prime" strike UAV company (destroyed enemy artillery and equipment in the North Slobozhanskyi direction. 966 3 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Drone operators

Soldiers hit 13 occupiers, a UAV control point and equipment in the Lyman direction. Drones from Phoenix unit hit occupiers’ "decision-making centre" and caused fireworks. VIDEO In the Lyman direction, pilots from the Phoenix border guard unit took out Russian personnel and equipment. 3 285 5 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Hostilities in Lyman sector

Four men detained in Transcarpathia They wanted to climb over fence to border with Slovakia: four draft evaders detained in Transcarpathia – SBGS. VIDEO In Transcarpathia, border guards prevented an attempt to cross the Ukrainian-Slovak border by four draft-aged Ukrainian citizens illegally. 1 708 52 Previously in trend: Detention of draft dodgers at the border

Border guards hit enemy equipment in the Kursk and North Slobozhansky directions Askold reconnaissance unit border guards hit tank, antennas and occupiers’ drone with drones. VIDEO Border guards from the Askold reconnaissance unit of the Steel Border Brigade struck enemy equipment in the Kursk and North Slobozhanskyi directions. 844 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Drone operators

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

Border guards hit enemy artillery in the Kursk direction Border guards of "Steel Border" destroyed occupiers’ self-propelled gun and D-30 cannon in Kursk direction. VIDEO Border guards of the "Steel Border" destroyed enemy artillery and shelters in the Kursk direction. 1 661 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Drone operators

Destruction of enemy equipment Border guards used drones to strike Russian boat and ground robot in south. VIDEO In the south, drone pilots from the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine continue to successfully destroy enemy targets. 2 395 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Destruction of Russian equipment by Ukrainian border guards In Kursk direction, border guards destroyed quad bike and two Russian shelters with drones. VIDEO In the Kursk direction, drone operators from the Askold reconnaissance unit of the Steel Border border brigade destroyed a quad bike and two shelters belonging to Russian invaders. 1 846 3 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

State Border Service: Russia has reduced its activity in some areas, but has not ceased its attacks Enemy has reduced pressure in number of areas, but daily assaults continue near Vovchanski Khutory, - SBGS In certain areas defended by units of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine, Russian military activity has significantly decreased in recent weeks. At the same time, the enemy continues active combat operations in a number of areas. 328 0 Previously in trend: Hostilities in Kharkiv region Fightings near the border of the Sumy region

Hart blocked an attempted breakthrough in the Southern-Slobozhanskyi direction. Hart Brigade border guards beat back ruscists’ offensive in Southern-Slobozhanskyi direction. VIDEO Border guard drone pilots of the 1st Border Detachment of the Hart Brigade blocked occupiers’ attempts to break through Ukraine’s state border in the Southern-Slobozhanskyi direction. 2 155 5 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Drone operators

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

Soldiers of the Phoenix unit struck enemy personnel and equipment in Dobropillia Minus 15 occupiers and 4 cannons in Dobropillia direction: combat work of Phoenix unit. VIDEO Border guards-pilots of the Phoenix Unmanned Systems Forces struck enemy personnel, equipment and shelters in the Dobropillia direction. 2 367 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Situation in Dobropillia direction

Fighters from the Forpost brigade destroyed an enemy UAV in the air above the positions of the Defence Forces. Manoeuvrable combat of Ukrainian FPV interceptor with occupiers’ UAV: combat work of "Forpost" brigade. VIDEO Footage has been published online showing border guards from the Forpost brigade performing a manoeuvring duel in the air between a Ukrainian FPV interceptor and an enemy UAV belonging to the occupiers. 8 132 24 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian drones Drone operators

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

Assault actions on the border with the Russian Federation are repelled: the enemy suffers losses Situation on border with Russian Federation: enemy is shelling, infantry attacks are local, - State Border Service of Ukraine Russian troops are actively shelling areas in the Chernihiv, Sumy, and Kharkiv regions, but all attempts at assaults have been successfully repelled by Ukrainian border guards. 363 0 Previously in trend: Hostilities in Kharkiv region Fightings near the border of the Sumy region Situation near the border of the Chernihiv region

Border guards destroyed a number of occupiers’ vehicles in the Lyman direction Border guards from Phoenix unit hit four enemy UAV control points in Lyman direction. VIDEO Border guards from the Phoenix unit struck enemy UAV and artillery command posts in the Lyman direction with drones. 1 163 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Hostilities in Lyman sector

Lieutenant Colonel of the State Border Guard Service and his brother took conscripts abroad Lieutenant colonel of State Border Guard Service and his brother from Russian Federation took more than 70 conscripts abroad. VIDEO The Prosecutor General's Office continues to expose schemes for illegally transporting men of conscription age abroad. 6 652 27 Previously in trend: Smugglers of draft evaders exposed

Border guards from the 26th detachment shot down three enemy Shahed drones on the Ukrainian border Border guards from "Southern forpost" destroyed three enemy "Shahed" drones with "STING" interceptors. VIDEO Drone operators from the 26th Border Guard Detachment "Southern forpost" struck enemy drones on the country's border. 888 1 Previously in trend: Shooting down Shaheds

Border guards repelled assaults and eliminated 51 Russian invaders in the South Slobozhansky direction. Hart brigade beats back assaults, eliminates 51 occupiers in South Slobozhanskyi direction. VIDEO In the South Slobozhanskyi direction, border guards from the Hart brigade beat back ruscist assaults. 2 446 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Repelling assault

Demchenko: Russia is "testing" Sumy region, suffering heavy losses Russian occupiers are trying to advance into Sumy region, - SBGS Russian troops continue their attempts to storm Sumy region, but they are not carrying out large-scale attacks to capture Ukrainian territory. The enemy is suffering significant losses. 1 858 9 Previously in trend: Fighting in Sumy region

Situation in the Kharkiv region Defence forces clear area after Russian attempts to advance in Kharkiv region, - SBGS In the Kharkiv region, Ukrainian defenders are clearing settlements after attempts by Russian troops to advance through Ukrainian territory. 813 0 Previously in trend: Hostilities in Kharkiv region

Strix border guards, together with the 22nd Brigade, destroyed the occupiers’ Tirada-2 electronic warfare system. FPV drones destroy enemy Tirada-2 EW system: combat operation of 22nd SMB together with STRIKS. VIDEO In the South Slobozhanskyi direction, FPV drones destroyed the occupiers’ latest enemy EW system, the "Tirada-2." 1 354 1 Previously in trend: EW Destruction of Russian equipment

Special forces of the SBGS’s DOZOR of 53rd Brigade captured two occupiers in the Lyman direction Special forces "DOZOR" captured sniper and Russian communications officer in Lyman direction. VIDEO In Donetsk Oblast, special forces of the State Border Guard Service and the Armed Forces of Ukraine added a sniper and a communications officer from the Russian Federation to the exchange fund. 6 977 18 Previously in trend: captured occupiers Hostilities in Lyman sector

departure, border, men State Border Service of Ukraine has denied reports that more than 500,000 young people left Ukraine in six months The State Border Service has denied reports that more than half a million young Ukrainians have left the country over the past six months. 3 218 31 Previously in trend: men’s departure abroad

Unmanned Systems Forces thwarted the enemy’s assault attempt USF pilots take out UAV control point and over 1,500 occupiers in month. VIDEO Operators of the Unmanned Systems Forces (USF) grouping thwarted the enemy’s attempt to advance toward the positions of the Defense Forces in the Donetsk region. 2 264 1 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Situation in the Donetsk region Repelling assault

Phoenix unit border guards destroy Russian troops and equipment Phoenix unit border guards take out enemy sabotage-reconnaissance group, tank and three guns. VIDEO Border guards from the Phoenix unit killed Russian assault troops and an enemy sabotage and reconnaissance group, and destroyed vehicles, a tank, and enemy artillery. 4 083 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Border guards showed footage of Kostiantynivka Border guards from "Phoenix" unit showed what Kostiantynivka looks like. VIDEO Border guards from the "Phoenix" unit showed footage of what Kostiantynivka looks like now. 2 757 3 Previously in trend: Kostiantynivka direction

Border guards hit 232 occupiers in the South Slobozhansky direction Border guards hit 232 occupiers in Southern-Slobozhanskyi direction. VIDEO Over the past week, in the Southern-Slobozhanskyi direction, border guards hit 232 occupiers who continue assault operations. 1 324 5 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers Repelling assault

Border guards destroyed the occupiers’ equipment and personnel in the Kursk direction Border guards from "Steel Border" brigade destroyed mortar and three vehicles belonging to occupiers. VIDEO Border guards from the Aquila RUBAK brigade of the Steel Border destroyed equipment and personnel of the occupiers in the Kursk and North Slobozhanskyi directions. 1 763 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Corruption at the border and customs: details "Grey cash" at western customs offices could amount to $10 million, - sources More than $850,000 seized by NABU at Volyn Customs was related only to customs clearance of used cars. 6 521 17 Previously in trend: Bribe takers at customs offices Bribe to SBGS

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

Searches at Deineko’s home: NABU reports opening of bribery case Former State Border Service head Deineko and other top officials of service exposed for bribery, - NABU. VIDEO A former top official and current official of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine has been exposed for systematically receiving bribes for facilitating unhindered crossing of the state border. 16 376 85 Previously in trend: Grafters Illegal actions of the SBS

Searches at the home of former SBGS head Deineko are being conducted by NABU NABU and SAPO conduct search at home of former SBGS head Deineko, - media Anti-corruption authorities are conducting an investigation into former State Border Service head Serhii Deineko. 4 557 20

Border guards eliminated four occupiers and shelters in the Kursk direction with strike drones Border guards of the "Steel Border" eliminated more than 50 Russian soldiers with strike drones. VIDEO Border guards-operators of UAVs RUBpAK "Aquila" of the "Steel Border" brigade carried out combat sorties in the Kursk direction and struck enemy shelters, equipment and personnel. 2 308 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Border guards flew 23 kilometres behind enemy lines and destroyed a number of vehicles with drones Border guards flew drones 23 kilometres behind enemy lines and destroyed an artillery battery and ruscists’ equipment. VIDEO Border guards flew 23 kilometres behind enemy lines and used FPV drones to destroy the occupiers' artillery battery and equipment. 4 475 5 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Border guards destroy occupiers attempting to break through the border of the Kharkiv region Border guards stopped enemy’s breakthrough in Kharkiv region and eliminated 10 occupiers. VIDEO Border guards from the "Furia" brigade are destroying stormtroopers attempting to break through the state border in the Kharkiv region. 3 031 1 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Hostilities in Kharkiv region Elimination of Russian occupiers

Border guards struck enemy equipment and personnel with drones Border guards from "Forpost" destroyed two enemy vehicles and eliminated eight Russian soldiers. VIDEO Border guards-pilots of the "Forpost" brigade destroyed enemy equipment and personnel during combat sorties in their area of responsibility. 1 884 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Fighters of the Hart border brigade eliminated 131 occupiers in a week Border guards of "Hart" brigade repelled assaults and eliminated 131 occupiers in week in Kharkiv region. VIDEO A week of fierce fighting in the Kharkiv region - the "Hart" border brigade repels enemy attempts to breach the state border. 2 119 1 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers Repelling assault

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. 1 764 8 Previously in trend: Illegal border crossing

Lasar’s Group NGU struck 12 enemy vehicles Lasar’s Group drones of National Guard of Ukraine struck 12 enemy vehicles. VIDEO Lasar's Group NGU conducted a successful special operation: 12 enemy vehicles were destroyed. 2 241 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Hostilities in Lyman sector

Border guards hit the occupiers’ self-propelled artillery and multiple rocket launchers in the Kursk direction Border guards of "Steel Border" hit occupiers’ self-propelled guns and "Grad" in Kursk direction. VIDEO During combat sorties,border guards of the "Steel Border" struck the occupiers' firepower in the Kursk direction. 1 294 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

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