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The Territorial Defence Forces of Ukraine continue to play a crucial role in the nation's security. Recent updates highlight the strategic expansion of drone capabilities, as announced by Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi, to enhance both assault troops and territorial defence forces. The 107th Brigade's notable defense against Russian assaults in Luhansk showcases the resilience and strategic acumen of the Territorial Defence personnel. In Odessa, significant efforts are underway to fortify the city's defenses, including extensive anti-tank trenches. Additionally, the capture of Russian soldiers by Territorial Defence units underscores the proactive stance taken in various conflicts. This year has also seen technological advancements and increased community support, evidenced by the delivery of drones by Kyiv's mayor and further state backing through commendations for outstanding service.

What role do drones play in Ukraine's Territorial Defence Forces?

Drones have become an integral part of the Territorial Defence Forces in Ukraine, providing critical intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities. The Forces are continually strengthening their unmanned component, which allows them to perform more precise and effective operations against enemy positions. These drone units historically have proven successful in tracking and destroying enemy equipment, greatly contributing to the defence efforts across different regions.

How are the Territorial Defence Forces being bolstered in Ukraine?

The Territorial Defence Forces in Ukraine are seeing significant developments, including the enhancement of their operational capabilities with advanced digital solutions like drone technology. Community support through donations, such as drones from Kyiv, further strengthens their defensive capabilities. Additionally, continuous training and expansion of their brigades ensure that they remain effective in responding to threats.

What recent achievements have the Territorial Defence Forces of Ukraine accomplished?

The Ukrainian Territorial Defence Forces have had multiple accomplishments, including the successful defense against Russian military assaults in various regions and the innovation of combat strategies involving drones. Notably, their operations have also included capturing enemy troops and thwarting military offensives. These efforts have been recognized with state awards and public support, marking their contribution as invaluable to national security.

What defensive preparations are being made in Odessa by Ukraine?

In preparation for potential escalations, Odessa is undergoing comprehensive defensive enhancements. This includes the construction of multi-kilometer anti-tank ditches and other fortifications designed to withstand enemy advances. These preparations ensure the city is well-defended and capable of mounting a robust defense against any incursions. Such strategic preparations are part of a broader national defense initiative.

How significant is community support to Ukraine's Territorial Defence Forces?

Community support is pivotal to the operations of Ukraine's Territorial Defence Forces. Contributions, such as the provision of drones and other essential equipment from local initiatives and city authorities, bolster the Forces’ capabilities. This support not only enhances the operational readiness of the Forces but also shows the solidarity and backing of the civilian population for the military endeavors to protect national sovereignty.

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70-year-old lady helped Armed Forces destroy 100 units of enemy equipment. VIDEO 70-year-old lady helped Armed Forces destroy 100 units of enemy equipment. VIDEO In the occupied Motyzhyn region of Kyiv region, a 70-year-old woman helped our artillery for two weeks. Thanks to her heroic actions, the Armed Forces managed to destroy about 100 units of enemy equipment. 76 555 45 Previously in trend: War

Territorial defense fighter jumped on Russian tank and blew it up with grenade. VIDEO Territorial defense fighter jumped on Russian tank and blew it up with grenade. VIDEO A video has appeared on the Internet showing a Ukrainian soldier from the territorial defense jumping on a tank of the Russian occupiers and blowing it up. 66 311 56 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

SBI opens criminal proceedings against Dnipro TRO Vodolazkyi SBI opens criminal proceedings against Dnipro TRO Vodolazkyi The SBI, in order to please commercial entities, opens criminal proceedings against those who have been defending Ukraine since 2014. 65 248 152

Odesa customs "dressed" 122nd brigade of territorial defense in Brioni and Versace suits, and also in Louis Vitton and Prada jackets and jeans, - Butusov. DOCUMENT Odesa customs "dressed" 122nd brigade of territorial defense in Brioni and Versace suits, and also in Louis Vitton and Prada jackets and jeans, - Butusov. DOCUMENT The Security Service of Ukraine is checking the actions of the head of the Odesa customs Zakolodyazhny, who handed over a large consignment of branded clothing and footwear of world famous brands to the 122nd Odesa Territorial Defense Brigade without customs clearance. 58 116 68

Zelensky signed a law allowing to transfer regional terrorist defense units to combat zone Zelensky signed a law allowing to transfer regional terrorist defense units to combat zone President Volodymyr Zelensky signed a law to enable territorial defense units to carry out tasks in areas of hostilities. 51 569 177

130th Terrirorial Defense battalion showed destroyed Rashist tanks and liquidated occupiers. VIDEO 18+ 130th Terrirorial Defense battalion showed destroyed Rashist tanks and liquidated occupiers. VIDEO 18+ The 130th Battalion of the 112th Separate Territorial Defense Brigade of Kyiv demonstrated its work in the defense of Ukraine. Attention, the news contains footage that is not recommended for viewing by minors, pregnant women and people with a weak psyche! 49 661 60 Previously in trend: War

Fighters of territorial defense in the liberated territories have to surrender the weapon, - Halushkin Fighters of territorial defense in the liberated territories have to surrender the weapon, - Halushkin Soldiers of the Territorial Defense Forces from the regions of Ukraine liberated from Russian occupation must hand over their weapons to designated storage locations. 47 375 314 Previously in trend: War

Cabinet Approves Procedure For Use Of Hunting Weapons And Cartridges For Them When Performing Tasks Of Territorial Defense Cabinet Approves Procedure For Use Of Hunting Weapons And Cartridges For Them When Performing Tasks Of Territorial Defense The Cabinet of Ministers approved the procedure for the use by members of volunteer units of territorial communities of personal hunting weapons and cartridges for them when performing territorial defense tasks. 37 804 225

In 125th Terrorist Defense Brigade, a commander set fire to a military vehicle because they did not comply with his orders. PHOTOS In 125th Terrorist Defense Brigade, a commander set fire to a military vehicle because they did not comply with his orders. PHOTOS A video of a military pickup truck on fire was posted online. Vitaliy Karvatskiy, a soldier from 215th battalion of 125th brigade of Lviv territorial army, who posted video, said that vehicle was deliberately set on fire by battalion commander Andrii Selekhman. 37 571 142

Soldiers of Territorial defense Forces of Ivano-Frankivsk region captured Russian Guardsmen. VIDEO&PHOTOS. VIDEO&PHOTOS Soldiers of Territorial defense Forces of Ivano-Frankivsk region captured Russian Guardsmen. VIDEO&PHOTOS. VIDEO&PHOTOS Soldiers of the 102nd separate brigade of the Territorial Defense Forces of the Armed Forces of the Ivano-Frankivsk Region during the offensive in the Kharkiv Region captured servicemen of the Russian Guard. 33 476 30

Armed Forces destroyed enemy's Buratino flamethrower system. VIDEO&PHOTOS. VIDEO&PHOTOS Armed Forces destroyed enemy's Buratino flamethrower system. VIDEO&PHOTOS. VIDEO&PHOTOS The Ukrainian military showed how they destroyed the heavy Buratino flamethrower system of the Russian occupiers. 32 822 34 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

Six invaders - "two hundred", one - "three hundred", two escaped: Ukrainian soldier single-handedly repelled enemy assault. VIDEO Six invaders - "two hundred", one - "three hundred", two escaped: Ukrainian soldier single-handedly repelled enemy assault. VIDEO A video with fragments of the battle, in which one Ukrainian soldier is confronting an assault group of at least nine occupiers, has been posted online. 25 806 74 Previously in trend: War

Soldiers of Territorial Defense Brigade recorded appeal to their comrades in arms. VIDEO Soldiers of Territorial Defense Brigade recorded appeal to their comrades in arms. VIDEO Soldiers of the 110th Separate Zaporizhia Territorial Defense Brigade recorded a video address to their comrades-in-arms and called for a strong defense and active destruction of the occupiers and their equipment. 24 424 28 Previously in trend: War

British plane with military assistance for territorial defense forces arrives in Ukraine. PHOTOS British plane with military assistance for territorial defense forces arrives in Ukraine. PHOTOS A plane with military assistance from Britain arrived in Ukraine on Wednesday, February 9. 23 387 98 Previously in trend: War

Two of newest Russian IFV-3s captured soldiers of 98th battalion of ground defense. VIDEO&PHOTOS. VIDEO&PHOTOS Two of newest Russian IFV-3s captured soldiers of 98th battalion of ground defense. VIDEO&PHOTOS. VIDEO&PHOTOS Fighters of the 98th Territorial Defense Battalion captured the newest Russian IFV-3. 22 753 27 Previously in trend: War

Former Defense Minister Kuzmuk dismissed as adviser to Territorial Defense Forces commander after social media scandal Former Defense Minister Kuzmuk dismissed as adviser to Territorial Defense Forces commander after social media scandal Former Ukrainian Defence Minister Oleksandr Kuzmuk, who appeared at an award ceremony for territorial defence forces, causing outrage online, was dismissed from his position as freelance advisor to the commander of the Ukrainian Armed Forces' Territorial Defence Forces on 7 December. 21 332 86 Previously in trend: Kuzmuk in territorial defence

Russian UR-77 self-propelled demining rocket launcher destroyed in Kharkiv region. VIDEO Russian UR-77 self-propelled demining rocket launcher destroyed in Kharkiv region. VIDEO In the Kharkiv region, fighters of the 112th Kyiv Territorial Defense Brigade together with artillerymen of the 92nd OMBr destroyed a Russian self-propelled mine-clearing machine UR-77. 20 261 25 Previously in trend: War

Kamikaze drones were delivered to Belarus, presumably for attacking West of Ukraine - Territorial Defence Forces "West" Command. MAP Kamikaze drones were delivered to Belarus, presumably for attacking West of Ukraine - Territorial Defence Forces "West" Command. MAP Iranian kamikaze drones are likely to be delivered to Belarus for attacks on western regions of Ukraine. 20 138 105

Artillery of operational group of Kryvy Rih troops and aerial reconnaissance of 129th territorial defense brigade destroyed Russian guns with calculation. VIDEO Artillery of operational group of Kryvy Rih troops and aerial reconnaissance of 129th territorial defense brigade destroyed Russian guns with calculation. VIDEO The Kryvyi Rih Operational Group of Forces and the aerial reconnaissance of the 129th territorial defense Brigade destroyed the guns of the Russian army and eliminated three Russian occupiers. 20 057 13 Previously in trend: War

Occupiers practice water jumps under guidance of skilled trainers from Armed Forces of Ukraine. VIDEO Occupiers practice water jumps under guidance of skilled trainers from Armed Forces of Ukraine. VIDEO In the Mariinka direction of the frontline, the ALCOR air bombers of the 116th Separate Brigade of the Ukrainian Armed Forces are effectively destroying the enemy. 19 693 32 Previously in trend: War

Commander of "South" territorial defense forces, who forced fighters to build him mansion, was exposed in Odesa region - SBI. PHOTOS Commander of "South" territorial defense forces, who forced fighters to build him mansion, was exposed in Odesa region - SBI. PHOTOS In Odesa region, law enforcement officers exposed the commander of the regional territorial defense forces "South" who involved three subordinates in the construction of his private house. 19 338 75

Ukrainian Armed Forces released talks with Alaudinov about boarding school in Sudzha, which was later attacked by Russia. CALL RECORDING Ukrainian Armed Forces released talks with Alaudinov about boarding school in Sudzha, which was later attacked by Russia. CALL RECORDING Russian General Apti Alaudinov knew that civilians were in the Sudzha boarding school and tried to cover up the war crimes of the Russian army. 19 002 22 Previously in trend: War

Zelensky appoints Barhylevych as commander of Territorial Defence Forces of Armed Forces of Ukraine. Zelensky appoints Barhylevych as commander of Territorial Defence Forces of Armed Forces of Ukraine. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has appointed Anatoliy Barhylevych as Commander of the Territorial Defence Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 18 939 59

Gunners destroyed place of deployment of unit of Russian occupiers. VIDEO Gunners destroyed place of deployment of unit of Russian occupiers. VIDEO Artillerymen of the 28th separate mechanized brigade of the Knights of the Winter Campaign and fighters of the Izium Territorial Defense discovered the location of the Russian invaders and destroyed them. 16 565 10 Previously in trend: War

Soldiers of Zaporizhzhia Territorial Defense destroy enemy T-90 tank and APC-82. VIDEO Soldiers of Zaporizhzhia Territorial Defense destroy enemy T-90 tank and APC-82. VIDEO Soldiers of the Melitopol battalion of the Zaporizhzhia separate territorial defense brigade destroyed a Russian T-90 tank and an APC-82. 16 557 14 Previously in trend: War

Fighters of Kharkiv Territorial Defence destroyed mortar crew of Rashists with trophy mortars. VIDEO Fighters of Kharkiv Territorial Defence destroyed mortar crew of Rashists with trophy mortars. VIDEO The unit of Kharkiv Territorial Defense destroyed a mortar squad of Russian occupants using trophy mortars. 16 061 8 Previously in trend: War

Odesa’s territorial defenders shot two occupiers with drone. VIDEO Odesa’s territorial defenders shot two occupiers with drone. VIDEO Fighters of the 126th Odessa Terrodefense Brigade published a video recording of the successful operation of a combat drone. 15 814 20 Previously in trend: War

In Kyiv region fighters of territorial defense destroyed 5 units of equipment of occupiers, - Ministry of Defense. PHOTOS In Kyiv region fighters of territorial defense destroyed 5 units of equipment of occupiers, - Ministry of Defense. PHOTOS In the Kyiv region, fighters of the territorial defense of the Armed Forces of Ukraine destroyed a group of Russian occupiers together with their equipment. 15 809 36 Previously in trend: War

Defense facilities of MCA near Kharkiv were in unsatisfactory condition, I refused to accept them - Brigadier General of 125th Brigade Horbenko Defense facilities of MCA near Kharkiv were in unsatisfactory condition, I refused to accept them - Brigadier General of 125th Brigade Horbenko In the Lyptsi, Vesele, Izbytske, there was a second line of defense, which was to be built by the Kharkiv RMA. But it was in a poor state of repair. Concrete structures were not properly equipped. 15 671 141

AFU soldiers Oleksandr Tishaiev and Oleksandr Aliksiienko held frontline positions for 165 days straight. PHOTOS AFU soldiers Oleksandr Tishaiev and Oleksandr Aliksiienko held frontline positions for 165 days straight. PHOTOS Soldiers of the Territorial Defence Forces – Oleksandr Tishaiev and Oleksandr Aliksieienko – held their positions on the front line for 165 consecutive days. The soldiers were awarded state honours. 15 485 71 Previously in trend: Awarding awards to military

Scheme to steal property of Territorial Defense Brigade in Kyiv for 3.6 million UAH was blocked. Ammunition, clothes and shoes were sold at "discount" of 50% - SBI. VIDEO Scheme to steal property of Territorial Defense Brigade in Kyiv for 3.6 million UAH was blocked. Ammunition, clothes and shoes were sold at "discount" of 50% - SBI. VIDEO SBI officers jointly with the SSU uncovered and blocked a criminal scheme of misappropriation and sale of property of one of the Kyiv terrorist defence brigades. 14 509 39

Fighters of 110th Territorial Defense Brigade destroyed Russian IFV-3 and its crew near Novodarivka. VIDEO Fighters of 110th Territorial Defense Brigade destroyed Russian IFV-3 and its crew near Novodarivka. VIDEO Fighters of the 110th ground defense brigade destroyed a Russian IFV-3 and its crew near Novodarivka. 14 220 6 Previously in trend: War

Fighters are leading eight captured occupiers. VIDEO Fighters are leading eight captured occupiers. VIDEO Kherson Territorial Defense’s fighters from the 21st Separate Motorised Infantry Battalion captured eight occupiers. 14 216 30 Previously in trend: War

Rumours about defeat and enormous losses of 120th TDF brigade in Donetsk region are lie - brigade’s press centre Rumours about defeat and enormous losses of 120th TDF brigade in Donetsk region are lie - brigade’s press centre Emotional messages are actively spreading on social media that the 120th Brigade of the TDF has allegedly been defeated in one of the areas. 13 900 37 Previously in trend: War

Ex-commander of TDF "South" who forced military to build him house to be tried - SBI. PHOTO Ex-commander of TDF "South" who forced military to build him house to be tried - SBI. PHOTO The SBI, in cooperation with the SSU, completed a pre-trial investigation into the former commander of the "South" Regional Directorate of the Territorial Defence Forces, who forced his subordinates to build him a private house. 13 020 28

General Horbenko resigns as commander of 125th Separate Territorial Defense Brigade, which defended Kharkiv region General Horbenko resigns as commander of 125th Separate Territorial Defense Brigade, which defended Kharkiv region The commander of the 125th Separate Territorial Defense Brigade, Lieutenant General Artur Horbenko, said he was resigning from the post of head of the unit. 12 539 38

Fighters capture three Russians and African mercenary from Russian army: " F#cking morons! I’m supposed to be home, but because of you b#stards I’m here!". VIDEO Fighters capture three Russians and African mercenary from Russian army: " F#cking morons! I’m supposed to be home, but because of you b#stards I’m here!". VIDEO In the Kharkiv region, Ukraine’s Territorial Defense Forces (TDF) successfully beat back another Russian assault attempt. During the fighting, troops from the 127th Separate TDF Brigade and the 247th Separate TDF Brigade captured four occupiers. 12 417 21 Previously in trend: Captured Russian mercenaries

Soldiers of 113th Terror Defense Brigade liberated Vasylenkove and Artemivka in Kharkiv region - Zelensky. PHOTOS Soldiers of 113th Terror Defense Brigade liberated Vasylenkove and Artemivka in Kharkiv region - Zelensky. PHOTOS Soldiers of 113th separate brigade of territorial defense liberated Vasilenkove and Artemivka in Kharkiv region. 11 584 14 Previously in trend: War

Russians finished off their own wounded with drones, whom Ukrainian Armed Forces had evacuated using a ground robot. VIDEO Russians finished off their own wounded with drones, whom Ukrainian Armed Forces had evacuated using a ground robot. VIDEO Russian military personnel have once again demonstrated cruelty towards their own soldiers by killing them after they were taken prisoner. According to Censor.NET, citing the unit’s press service, during combat operations, soldiers from the 33rd Separate Assault Regiment used a drone to remotely... 11 555 14 Previously in trend: captured occupiers

History of territorial defenders of Kherson, who from February 25 to March 2 defended city from invaders. VIDEO History of territorial defenders of Kherson, who from February 25 to March 2 defended city from invaders. VIDEO The journalists said that the members of Kherson’s terror defense were betrayed and framed for actual shooting. 10 950 67 Previously in trend: War

Four T-80BV tanks and six MTLBs were lost by occupiers during attempted breakthrough near Verkhnokamianka and Zolotarivka in Luhansk region. VIDEO Four T-80BV tanks and six MTLBs were lost by occupiers during attempted breakthrough near Verkhnokamianka and Zolotarivka in Luhansk region. VIDEO The 118th Brigade’s terrorist defense troops repelled an attempted massive assault near Verkhnekamianka and Zolotarivka in the Luhansk region and destroyed ten enemy armored vehicles. 10 824 6 Previously in trend: War

Ukrainian soldier Vitaliy, codename Texas, lost his legs in war, but returned to his unit and became an aerial reconnaissance man. PHOTOS Ukrainian soldier Vitaliy, codename Texas, lost his legs in war, but returned to his unit and became an aerial reconnaissance man. PHOTOS Vitaliy, a soldier with 118th separate territorial defence brigade, call sign "Texas", returned to his unit after being wounded and losing his legs and became an aerial reconnaissance man. 10 539 21 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

Fighters captured three occupiers near Avdiivka: "They gave me ten years, now I’m fighting". VIDEO Fighters captured three occupiers near Avdiivka: "They gave me ten years, now I’m fighting". VIDEO Soldiers of the Bakhmut battalion of the 109th STDB captured three occupants near the village of Stepove near Avdiivka. 9 800 20 Previously in trend: War

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Formation of Territorial Defense Forces is unique experience that no other country in world has - Brigadier General Yurii Halushkin Formation of Territorial Defense Forces is unique experience that no other country in world has - Brigadier General Yurii Halushkin The day before the Russian invasion, the Territorial Defense forces numbered only 6,000 professional soldiers and a small number of reservists. In three months, more than 110,000 patriots of Ukraine became part of the Territorial Defense. More than 450 volunteer formations of territorial communities have been formed. 9 447 78 Previously in trend: War

Odesa being prepared for all-round defense: multi-kilometer anti-tank ditches being built. VIDEO Odesa being prepared for all-round defense: multi-kilometer anti-tank ditches being built. VIDEO Odessa is being prepared for a circular defence. Around the city, the construction of anti-tank trenches and bunkers stretching for several kilometres is nearing completion. 9 308 85 Previously in trend: Defense

Ukrainian soldier hit Russian ’Shahed’ with German MG-42 machine gun. VIDEO Ukrainian soldier hit Russian ’Shahed’ with German MG-42 machine gun. VIDEO A Ukrainian serviceman shot down a Russian ‘Shahed ’-type attack drone using small arms. 9 232 37 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian drones

Court sent under night house arrest brigadier of Dnipro TDF Vodolazkyi Court sent under night house arrest brigadier of Dnipro TDF Vodolazkyi At a meeting on October 16, the Pecherskyi District Court of Kyiv chose a measure of restraint in the form of night house arrest for the commander of the 128th Brigade of the Territorial Defense Forces (TDF), Oleksandr Vodolazkyi. 9 142 26 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

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