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Air assault troops have become a pivotal element in Ukraine's strategic defense, executing precise airstrikes and engaging in ground combat against Russian forces. Recent actions highlight the operational significance of Ukraine's 7th Airborne Corps, which successfully executed an air strike on Russian UAV operators in Pokrovsk, significantly disrupting enemy communications. Similarly, the 79th and 81st Airborne Brigades have been instrumental in counter-offensive operations, eliminating enemy battalions and thwarting major assaults. These elite units demonstrate high effectiveness in employing rapid reaction and unmanned systems, significantly impacting enemy troop movements and reducing their operational capabilities. The dynamic warfare tactics employed by the air assault forces underscore Ukraine's robust military defense strategies.

How do air assault troops contribute to Ukraine's defense strategy?

Air assault troops are integral to Ukraine's defense, conducting rapid response maneuvers, strategic airstrikes, and ground operations. Their agility and precision enhance the country's ability to disrupt enemy lines and protect key regions.

What are the recent achievements of the 7th Airborne Corps?

The 7th Airborne Corps has achieved significant success in neutralizing enemy forces, including airstrikes on UAV operators in Pokrovsk, and artillery barrages that have disrupted enemy logistics and impaired their strategic initiatives.

How effective are the Ukrainian Air Assault Forces in countering enemy operations?

The Ukrainian Air Assault Forces are highly effective in countering enemy operations through coordinated attacks and strategic use of drones and artillery units. Their operations result in substantial enemy casualties and disruption of attack plans.

What role do unmanned systems play in the air assault troops' operations?

Unmanned systems are crucial in air assault troops' operations, providing reconnaissance, precision targeting, and enhanced situational awareness. These systems contribute significantly to the operational success and tactical advantage over enemy forces.

In what regions have air assault troops recently been active?

Air assault troops have been active in key regions such as Pokrovsk, Sloviansk, and Hryshyne, executing precision strikes and ground engagements to repel enemy advances and safeguard critical strategic areas within Ukraine's defense network.

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As part of rescue operation, soldier from Airborne Assault Forces was freed after four years in Russian captivity. VIDEO+PHOTOS As part of rescue operation, soldier from Airborne Assault Forces was freed after four years in Russian captivity. VIDEO+PHOTOS As part of a special rescue operation, a soldier from the Ukrainian Armed Forces’ Airborne Assault Troops, who had been held captive by the Russians for four years, has been successfully returned to territory controlled by Ukraine. 5 800 3 Previously in trend: Return from occupation

Ukrainian arms manufacturers presented their latest developments for 7th Airborne Corps. PHOTOS Ukrainian arms manufacturers presented their latest developments for 7th Airborne Corps. PHOTOS Ukrainian defence companies presented their technological solutions to personnel from the 7th Rapid Reaction Corps of the Airborne Forces. The use of innovation in combat conditions was the central theme of the "MilTech Innovations" event, organised by the 7th Airborne Corps and the Council of... 2 272 2

First in history: 7th Corps of Air Assault Forces and Azov hold joint command-and-staff exercises. PHOTOS First in history: 7th Corps of Air Assault Forces and Azov hold joint command-and-staff exercises. PHOTOS The 1st Corps of the National Guard of Ukraine, Azov, and the 7th Rapid Response Corps of the Air Assault Forces held joint command-and-staff exercises during combat operations for the first time, with support from the Security Assistance Group - Ukraine (SAG-U). 2 715 0 Previously in trend: Military training in Ukraine

Syrskyi visited units in Pokrovsk direction: they discussed countering FPV drones. PHOTOS Syrskyi visited units in Pokrovsk direction: they discussed countering FPV drones. PHOTOS In the Pokrovsk sector, Russian forces are maintaining a high intensity of assaults: Ukrainian defenders repelled 260 attacks last week alone. The command is working with units to strengthen countermeasures, particularly against enemy FPV drones. 1 432 9 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Countering Russian drones

In March, Airborne Forces significantly increased intensity of their strikes against enemy: Russian losses exceeded 3,000 in dead and in wounded. INFOGRAPHICS In March, Airborne Forces significantly increased intensity of their strikes against enemy: Russian losses exceeded 3,000 in dead and in wounded. INFOGRAPHICS In March 2026, the Airborne Assault Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine significantly increased the intensity of their attacks on the enemy. Russian casualties rose substantially compared with previous months. 1 731 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Syrskyi presents awards to fighters of assault and air assault units in Southern Operational Zone. PHOTOS Syrskyi presents awards to fighters of assault and air assault units in Southern Operational Zone. PHOTOS During a working trip to the Southern operational zone, Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi presented honorary badges to Ukrainian servicemen from assault and air assault units. 1 917 5 Previously in trend: Awarding awards to military

AFU strengthen active defense: Syrskyi meets with leadership of Azov and 7th Air Assault Corps. PHOTOS AFU strengthen active defense: Syrskyi meets with leadership of Azov and 7th Air Assault Corps. PHOTOS The command of the Armed Forces of Ukraine conducted work at forward positions within the areas of responsibility of the Azov Corps and the 7th Rapid Response Corps of the Air Assault Forces. 3 904 14 Previously in trend: Defense Situation at front

Defending Ukraine, journalist and Air Assault Forces officer Serhii Fisun killed. PHOTO Defending Ukraine, journalist and Air Assault Forces officer Serhii Fisun killed. PHOTO On February 5, Kharkiv journalist and an officer of the Air Assault Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Serhii Fisun, was killed in an enemy strike by a "Lancet" kamikaze drone. He was 47. 6 091 8 Previously in trend: losses of Ukraine

Russian showed 8 dead fellow soldiers after Ukrainian drone attack. VIDEO Russian showed 8 dead fellow soldiers after Ukrainian drone attack. VIDEO A video of the Airborne Assault Forces has been published online, in which a Russian soldier shows his dead comrades. 14 833 35 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers

Budanov awarded paratroopers with weapons. VIDEO+PHOTOS Budanov awarded paratroopers with weapons. VIDEO+PHOTOS The Chief of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine Lieutenant General Kyrylo Budanov awarded the servicemen of the 80th separate air assault brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine with award pistols. 11 765 20 Previously in trend: Award weapon for paratroopers

Tests and training of paratroopers to use modern T-11 parachutes continue - General Staff. PHOTOS Tests and training of paratroopers to use modern T-11 parachutes continue - General Staff. PHOTOS The Ukrainian Airborne Forces continue to test and train personnel for parachuting using modern T-11 parachute systems. 12 125 56 Previously in trend: Use of modern T-11 parachutes Paratroopers training

Zelenskyy honors Air Assault Forces soldiers with state awards. PHOTOS Zelenskyy honors Air Assault Forces soldiers with state awards. PHOTOS On the occasion of the Day of the Airborne Assault Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with the military and relatives of the fallen Heroes of Ukraine and presented state awards. 2 892 11 Previously in trend: War

Zelenskyy presents state awards on occasion of Day of Airborne Assault Forces. VIDEO&PHOTOS Zelenskyy presents state awards on occasion of Day of Airborne Assault Forces. VIDEO&PHOTOS On the occasion of the Day of the Airborne Assault Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy presented state awards, battle flags, ribbons of the honorary award of the President of Ukraine "For Courage and Bravery" and awarded honorary titles to brigades. 5 261 10 Previously in trend: War

78th Assault Regiment of Russian Air Force received Poseidon UAV complex and DAF trucks. PHOTO 78th Assault Regiment of Russian Air Force received Poseidon UAV complex and DAF trucks. PHOTO The 78th Assault Regiment "Herts" of the Air Assault Division of the Ukrainian Armed Forces received a Poseidon UAV system and DAF trucks. 5 497 27 Previously in trend: War

Occupants started using plywood drones for aerial reconnaissance, - Ukrainian Armed Forces HQ. PHOTO Occupants started using plywood drones for aerial reconnaissance, - Ukrainian Armed Forces HQ. PHOTO Russian military began using drones made of plywood at frontline. 17 040 67 Previously in trend: War

AAT soldiers shot down enemy UAV "Orlan-10". VIDEO&PHOTOS. VIDEO&PHOTOS AAT soldiers shot down enemy UAV "Orlan-10". VIDEO&PHOTOS. VIDEO&PHOTOS Paratroopers from the Donetsk region landed the Russian "Orlan-10" UAV. 4 426 0 Previously in trend: War

Paratroopers of 25th Brigade eliminated another batch of Kremlin invaders and their equipment. PHOTOS Paratroopers of 25th Brigade eliminated another batch of Kremlin invaders and their equipment. PHOTOS Currently, units of the airborne brigade of the Ukrainian Air Force are liberating Ukrainian territories from the Kremlin invaders meter by meter. 29 928 39 Previously in trend: War

Ukrainian paratroopers put another Russian UAV out of order - Command of Assault troops of Ukraine. PHOTOS Ukrainian paratroopers put another Russian UAV out of order - Command of Assault troops of Ukraine. PHOTOS Another Russian UAV "Orlan-10" was put out of action by units of the Assault troops of Ukraine 3 346 25 Previously in trend: War

Radio-electronic warfare unit of Airborne Forces disabled Russian "Orlan-10" drone. PHOTOS Radio-electronic warfare unit of Airborne Forces disabled Russian "Orlan-10" drone. PHOTOS Today, August 19, in one of the mission areas, the Russian Orlan-10 reconnaissance unmanned aerial vehicle was disabled by the radio-electronic warfare unit of one of the military units of the Airborne Assault Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 5 403 20 Previously in trend: War

Gunners of 81st Assault Brigade destroyed Urahan MLRS and occupiers' Armored Repair and Evacuation Vehicle. PHOTO Gunners of 81st Assault Brigade destroyed Urahan MLRS and occupiers' Armored Repair and Evacuation Vehicle. PHOTO The artillery fire of the 81st separate airmobile brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine destroyed one unit of the 220 mm BM-27 "Urahan" volley fire rocket system and an armored repair and evacuation vehicle of the Russian occupiers. 13 969 7 Previously in trend: War

Soldiers of 79th Separate Assault Brigade repulsed enemy's attack and destroyed 2 tanks, 5 armored personnel carriers, and 2 infantry fighting vehicles. One infantry fighting vehicle is captured - Butusov. PHOTO Soldiers of 79th Separate Assault Brigade repulsed enemy's attack and destroyed 2 tanks, 5 armored personnel carriers, and 2 infantry fighting vehicles. One infantry fighting vehicle is captured - Butusov. PHOTO Yesterday, May 2, Russian troops carried out another attack on Donbas. 14 615 13 Previously in trend: War

Paratroopers destroyed 5 tanks, 10 infantry fighting vehicles, armored personnel carriers, and column of enemy Marines in Kharkiv region. PHOTO Paratroopers destroyed 5 tanks, 10 infantry fighting vehicles, armored personnel carriers, and column of enemy Marines in Kharkiv region. PHOTO Soldiers of the assault troops inflicted heavy blows on the enemy in the Kharkiv direction. 28 782 35 Previously in trend: War

Ukrainian paratroopers destroyed electronic warfare unit guarded by special forces. PHOTOS Ukrainian paratroopers destroyed electronic warfare unit guarded by special forces. PHOTOS The other day, soldiers of the 81st separate airmobile brigade of the Airborne Assault Troops of the Armed Forces of Ukraine destroyed an electronic warfare unit of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation. 49 283 65 Previously in trend: War

Units of Ukrainian landing took control of Prypyat area and site of state border with Republic of Belarus, - General Staff. PHOTO Units of Ukrainian landing took control of Prypyat area and site of state border with Republic of Belarus, - General Staff. PHOTO Units of the Ukrainian landing party took control of the Prypyat region and the area of the state border with the Republic of Belarus. 22 193 56 Previously in trend: War

Airborne assault troops reservists ready to defend Ukraine at any time upon refresher training completion, - Poroshenko. PHOTOS Airborne assault troops reservists ready to defend Ukraine at any time upon refresher training completion, - Poroshenko. PHOTOS 600 reservists of the 95th of the airborne assault troops’ brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine carried out training airdrop mission as part of the reserve duty training exercise. 12 314 69 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

"They aren’t called Ukrainian Armed Forces’ elite for nothing," - Poroshenko on Ukrainian commandoes. PHOTOS "They aren’t called Ukrainian Armed Forces’ elite for nothing," - Poroshenko on Ukrainian commandoes. PHOTOS Ukrainian air assault troops practiced raids in the conventional enemy’s rear, airdrop mission involving hardware and manpower in the course of Marunovyi Beret-2018 exercise. 12 646 111

Air assault troops’ reservists practiced live fire, airdrop mission in Zhytomyr region. PHOTOS Air assault troops’ reservists practiced live fire, airdrop mission in Zhytomyr region. PHOTOS The final stage of the battalion level mock combat including live-fire training and airdrop operation drills was held at the air assault troops’ training facility in the Zhytomyr region. 17 770 36