Fedir Venyslavskyi, a prominent MP from the "Servant of the People" party, plays a crucial role in Ukraine's national security and defense strategy. Recently, he has addressed key issues, such as the intensification of mobilization efforts in major cities and the exploration of Ukraine's space defense capabilities against missile threats like the Russian "Oreshnik." Venyslavskyi is also vocal about reforming the mobilization process to ensure fairness and efficiency and has been involved in discussions about legislative bills impacting Ukraine's military and security. Stay informed with Venyslavskyi's insights into Ukraine's political landscape and defense strategies.
What is Venyslavskyi Fedir's role in Ukraine's political landscape?
Venyslavskyi Fedir is a member of the Ukrainian parliament from the "Servant of the People" faction. He is part of the parliamentary committee on national security, defense, and intelligence, where he plays a significant role in shaping policies related to Ukraine's defense strategies.
How is Ukraine enhancing its missile defense system according to Venyslavskyi?
Ukraine is working on establishing its own space defense forces to intercept missiles like Russia's "Oreshnik." Venyslavskyi highlights the importance of strengthening Ukraine's defense capabilities in response to modern missile threats, emphasizing the strategic shift towards space-based defenses.
What stance does Venyslavskyi take on the mobilization process in Ukraine?
Venyslavskyi advocates for a more intensive mobilization effort in major Ukrainian cities. He supports reforms to ensure a fair distribution of the mobilization burden and stresses the need for an efficient recruitment system to sustain the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
What legislative actions has Venyslavskyi supported regarding Ukraine's military personnel?
Venyslavskyi has been involved in various legislative proposals, including reforms to the mobilization process and discussions on military service regulations. He also highlights the need for proper rotation mechanisms for combat personnel to ensure their well-being and combat readiness.
Why does Venyslavskyi believe elections are unlikely to occur soon in Ukraine?
Venyslavskyi cited ongoing security concerns and the complex political situation in Ukraine as reasons why holding presidential elections before May of this year is unrealistic. He underscores the need for stable conditions before proceeding with electoral processes.
What are the implications of Venyslavskyi's statement on military demobilization?
Venyslavskyi states that demobilization will not occur until martial law is lifted, highlighting that the focus remains on maintaining a robust defense posture. Only specific military categories may see discharge, ensuring readiness as the situation at the front remains complex.
How does Venyslavskyi view legislative changes related to draft age in Ukraine?
Venyslavskyi has been clear that there are currently no legislative initiatives in the Verkhovna Rada to lower the mobilization age under 25. Discussions around draft age adjustments, however, have been considered with an emphasis on optimizing conscription policies.
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Fedorov should be given another six months to implement his ideas at Ministry of Defence, - "Servant of People" Venislavskyi Fedir Venislavskyi, a Member of Parliament for the "Servant of the People" party and a member of the Verkhovna Rada Committee on National Security, Defence and Intelligence, believes that Mykhailo Fedorov should be given time to implement the ideas he has previously put forward. 7 555 128 Previously in trend: New Cabinet Dismissals at Ministry of Defense
There are no grounds for dismissing Syrskyi due to situation at "Skelia", - Venislavskyi Fedir Venislavskyi, a member of parliament from the "Servant of the People" faction and a member of the parliamentary committee on national security, defense, and intelligence, stated that the situation in the 425th Separate Assault Regiment "Skelia" does not constitute grounds for the dismissal... 4 195 52 Previously in trend: Beating of soldiers Death of the soldiers of the Skelia regiment
Ukraine will intercept "Oreshnik" rockets in space, - "Servant of People" Venislavskyi Ukraine is exploring the possibility of establishing its own space forces, driven by the need to strengthen its defenses against modern missile threats, particularly Russian systems such as the "Oreshnik." 4 531 66 Previously in trend: Destruction of Oreshnik missile
Mobilisation in major cities needs to be stepped up – "Servant of People" Venislavskyi. VIDEO Mobilization in major cities needs to be intensified, such a position was voiced by Fedir Venislavskyi, an MP from Servant of the People and a member of the parliamentary committee on national security, defense and intelligence. 16 783 177 Previously in trend: Mobilisation in Ukraine
Kyiv and other major cities will change their approach to mobilization, - "servant of people" Venislavskyi The Ministry of Defense is working on mechanisms to reform the mobilization process. Particular attention is being paid to the issue of fairly distributing the burden of mobilization. 17 948 139 Previously in trend: Mobilisation in Ukraine
Some of information disclosed by Bezuhla allowed Russia to adjust its actions on front lines, - "Servant of People" Venislavskyi regarding criminal case Fedir Venislavskyi, a member of the Verkhovna Rada and the Parliamentary Committee on National Security, Defense, and Intelligence, hopes that law enforcement agencies will investigate the actions of MP Mariana Bezuhla regarding the dissemination of confidential information and the discrediting... 8 746 57 Previously in trend: Bezuhla in Rada
Prosecutor General’s Office opens proceedings against Bezuhla on high treason charges – Taruta The Office of the Prosecutor General has opened criminal proceedings against MP Mariana Bezuhla on suspicion of high treason. 24 355 101 Previously in trend: Bezuhla in Rada
Holding elections in May is extremely unlikely, - Venislavskyi It is unrealistic to hold presidential elections in Ukraine before May this year, despite expectations from the US. 1 520 23 Previously in trend: Elections during war
"Yermak should step down," says Servant of People MP Venislavskyi MP Fedir Venislavskyi from the Servant of the People faction has said that the head of the President’s Office, Andriy Yermak, should step down. 17 127 117 Previously in trend: Energy sector corruption Mindichgate
Every month, about 30,000 Ukrainians join AFU, - Venislavskyi, "servant of people" Every month, approximately 30,000 citizens join the Armed Forces of Ukraine, both through mobilisation and through the recruitment system. 4 624 41 Previously in trend: Mobilisation in Ukraine
Allowing young people to go abroad will definitely not lead to exodus of men from country, - "servant of people" Venislavskyi Allowing men under the age of 22 to go abroad during martial law will not lead to an exodus of men from Ukraine. 7 085 94 Previously in trend: Going abroad under age of 25
Up to 30,000 Ukrainians mobilized monthly. Things aren’t going as planned – Venislavskyi Currently, Ukraine mobilizes up to 30,000 people monthly. The recruitment system is actively developing, and the number of volunteers willing to join the military service is increasing. 8 660 102 Previously in trend: Mobilisation in Ukraine
Mobile TCRs have right to exist, - "servant of people" Venislavskyi The Council does not rule out the introduction and use of mobile territorial centers for recruitment and social support. 4 202 37 Previously in trend: Russian strikes at TCR
No mobilization for men under 25, says "Servant of People" Venislavskyi The Verkhovna Rada has not adopted any changes regarding the general mobilization of men up to 25 years old. 4 992 176 Previously in trend: Mobilisation in Ukraine Mobilization for ages up to 25
Ukrainian Armed Forces to be able to use anti-personnel mines in six months after withdrawal from Ottawa Convention, - Venislavskyi After the official withdrawal from the Ottawa Convention prohibiting the use of anti-personnel mines, the Armed Forces of Ukraine will be able to manufacture and use this type of weapon in about six months. 2 640 28 Previously in trend: Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention
Rada working on bill for post-war elections – Servant of People Venislavskyi The Verkhovna Rada is working on a bill concerning elections that will take place after martial law is lifted. The process involves representatives of the Central Election Commission (CEC) and international partners. 2 429 46 Previously in trend: post-war elections
99% of those previously deemed "limited fit" are now found fit for service after repeated MMC – "Servant of People" Venislavskyi As of today, more than half of those previously classified as "limited fit" have undergone a repeat military medical commission (MMC). 15 664 142 Previously in trend: Applying for MMC partially fit individuals
In Ukraine, mobilisation has slowed down after law was updated, - "servant of people" Venislavskyi After the entry into force of the updated law on mobilisation in Ukraine, there was a surge in the number of mobilised people, but now the pace of mobilisation has decreased. 9 796 40 Previously in trend: Mobilisation in Ukraine
Rada considers possibility to allow men under 23-24 to go abroad - "servant of people" Venislavskyi The Verkhovna Rada is considering allowing men under the age of 23-24 to go abroad. 6 681 82 Previously in trend: Going abroad under age of 25
There are suspicions that there was leak of information and there is understanding of who has allowed it, - "servant of people" Venislavskyi about attack on Sumy A member of the Verkhovna Rada Committee on National Security, Defence and Intelligence, MP from the "Servant of the People" faction, Fedir Venislavskyi, said that there is "an understanding of who allowed" the leakage of information before the Russian strike on Sumy. 8 704 77 Previously in trend: Strike on Sumy
Cancellation of martial law does not mean automatic demobilisation of military, - "servant of people" Venislavskyi The termination of the legal regime of martial law in Ukraine will not mean the automatic demobilisation of military personnel. 6 584 39 Previously in trend: Demobilization in Ukraine alternative to demobilisation
Russian strike on Sumy could have been result of targeted information leak - "servant of people" Venislavskyi The Russian strike on the center of Sumy on April 13 will be considered by the Verkhovna Rada Committee on National Security, Defense and Intelligence. 6 376 103 Previously in trend: Strike on Sumy
Ministry of Defence has developed new mechanism of rotation at front, which provides for rest after 90 days of combat service, - "servant of people" Venislavskyi The Ministry of Defence of Ukraine has developed a new mechanism of rotation at the front, which provides for "several months of rest" for a soldier after 90 days of continuous service and participation in combat operations. This mechanism is an alternative to the law on demobilisation. 6 441 27 Previously in trend: Demobilization in Ukraine alternative to demobilisation
Zelenskyy and military commanders are not responsible for delayed withdrawal of AFU from Kursk region - "servant of people" Venislavskyi. VIDEO President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and the military command are immune from liability for decisions made on the battlefield. This also applies to the withdrawal of Ukrainian units from the Kursk region of the Russian Federation. 40 930 243 Previously in trend: Withdrawal of Defence Forces from Kursk Oblast
Air Force specialists are not being transferred to infantry – "servant of people" Venislavskyi. VIDEO Fedir Venislavskyi, a member of the Parliamentary Committee on National Security and Defence and a 'servant of the people', explained the need to transfer servicemen from other branches of the Armed Forces to the Land Forces of the Armed Forces. 2 296 36
"Servant of People" Venislavskyi: There are no legislative initiatives in Rada to reduce draft age below 25 Currently, there are no legislative initiatives in the Verkhovna Rada to reduce the mobilization age below 25 years. 1 578 33 Previously in trend: mobilization
Rada to consider term of MMC for "limitedly fit" in near future - "servant of people" Venislavskyi At its upcoming meetings, the Verkhovna Rada may consider a bill to extend the period of MMC (Military Medical Commission) for "limitedly fit" citizens for three months in order to avoid bringing them to administrative responsibility. 2 242 12
Through recruitment, twice as many soldiers are being recruited as before, - "servant of people" Venislavskyi The number of people being recruited into the army is increasing significantly. 1 740 11 Previously in trend: mobilization
"Limitedly fit" individuals have to undergo MMC by February 5 and comply with the provision of law. There is no conflict, - "Servant of people" Venislavskyi Citizens liable for military service who have previously received the status of "limitedly fit" must re-undergo a military medical examination (MMC) by February 5 to comply with the law. Otherwise, they will have to pay a fine of 17 thousand hryvnias. 11 025 109
There will be no demobilization until end of war, only categories of military can be dismissed, - "servant of people" Venislavskyi There will be no demobilization until the war is over and martial law is lifted in Ukraine. Now we can only talk about a hypothetical discharge from military service of a certain category of servicemen. 11 962 80
17-year-old boys will pay fine if they fail to register on time - "servant of people" Venislavskyi Ukrainian young men living abroad will be able to register for military service. However, they may be brought to administrative responsibility if they violate the rules of military registration. 7 875 72 Previously in trend: mobilization
Currently, priority is to ensure rotation in AFU. It’s too early to talk about demobilization - "servant of people" Venislavskyi In the short term - within the next six months - it is too early to say that the bill on demobilization will appear in the Verkhovna Rada and be adopted. 3 825 34 Previously in trend: War
Verkhovna Rada is not considering any legislative initiatives to reduce mobilization age - Venislavskyi The Verkhovna Rada is not currently considering any legislative initiatives to lower the mobilization age or to forcefully mobilize women. 3 456 72
Issue is politicised, - "servant of people" Venislavskyi said that National Security Committee considered situation with supply of defective mines to Armed Forces On Wednesday, 4 December, the Verkhovna Rada Committee on National Security, Defence and Intelligence considered the situation with the supply of defective mines to the frontline. 8 529 61
Low-quality mines: "servant of people" Venislavskyi says defect is not critical for Defence Forces Producers of low-quality mines must produce new ammunition at their own expense, which will be subject to stricter control. 12 490 132
There is no reason to say that bill to reduce age limit to 55 will be considered in nearest future - "servant of people" Venislavskyi The bill that proposes to lower the upper age limit for mobilization of men from 60 to 55 will not be considered in the Verkhovna Rada in the near future. 10 047 46
"Servant of People Venislavskyi accuses military of violating storage conditions for defective mines The main reasons for the abnormal triggering of 120-mm mines are violations of their storage conditions. 27 490 179
It makes no sense to mobilize men over 50, because they are no longer able to perform combat missions, - "servant of people" Venislavskyi Combat units refuse to mobilise men aged 50-60, as they are no longer able to perform the necessary tasks. There are two cases when this category can still be called up. 117 741 130
Verkhovna Rada is working on bill on complete exemption from criminal liability for AWOL - "servant of people" Venislavskyi The parliament is currently working on a bill that provides for complete exemption from criminal liability if a person goes AWOL and voluntarily returns to the army. 14 086 72
Men aged 50-60 can be mobilized only under separate mobilization order - "’Servant of people’ Venislavskyi In Ukraine, there is a directive that allows men aged 50-60 to be mobilised only under a separate mobilisation order. 113 221 82
Lenin monument in Sudzha is damaged but still standing - BBC. PHOTO The monument to Soviet tyrant Vladimir Lenin in the city of Sudzha, Kursk region, Russia, is still standing. Earlier, the media reported that it had been demolished. 19 746 64
Lowering mobilisation age is not on agenda - "servant of people" Venislavskyi Currently, the government has no plans to lower the mobilisation age. 6 515 79
Unlawful actions or abuse of authority by TCR or National Police officer can be appealed - "servant of people" Venislavskyi If a person is in a situation that, in his or her opinion, is related to illegal actions or abuse of office by an employee of the TCR and SS or the National Police, he or she has every right to appeal. 4 459 41
There are no legislative initiatives on electronic draft notices yet - "Servant of People" Venislavskyi Currently, there are no initiatives to introduce electronic draft notices. 1 096 6
Situation at front remains very complicated, so demobilization is problematic for us - "servant of people" Venislavskyi At the moment, it is very problematic to talk about the possibility of demobilization in Ukraine, as the situation at the front remains complicated. In addition, Russia plans to further build up its occupation forces in Ukraine. 2 562 18 Previously in trend: War
Partners periodically raise issue of lowering draft age to 18 - "servant of people" Venislavskyi Ukraine's partners periodically raise the issue of lowering the conscription age. They believe that 18-25 years is the most optimal age for mobilisation. 22 758 372
Pace of mobilization satisfies Ukraine’s top military leadership - Venislavskyi Currently, the pace of mobilization in Ukraine is satisfactory to the top military leadership of our country. 5 454 22
Venislavskyi explained how commanders will be able to call up volunteer fighters without TCR: Person can find unit or unit can search through "Reserve+" Commanders of military units will be able to call up volunteers for service without the involvement of the TCR. But first, the proposal of the General Staff of the Armed Forces must be approved by the Cabinet of Ministers. 10 185 77
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