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Ukraine is spearheading significant reforms in its army with the introduction of a new defense procurement system starting from January 1, 2026. These changes are set to streamline the defense supply chain and improve operational efficiency. The transition to a corps-based structure within the Armed Forces aims to distribute responsibilities more effectively across command units. This adaptation eases the operational burdens on existing tactical and strategic groupings. Furthermore, mechanisms to improve personnel distribution among combat brigades are being implemented, addressing previous challenges in troop allocation. Such efforts reflect Ukraine's commitment to modernizing its military capabilities and optimizing operational procedures.

What are the latest reforms in Ukraine's army structure?

The latest reforms in Ukraine's army involve transitioning to a corps-based structure for its Armed Forces. This new configuration is designed to ease the operational burden on tactical groupings, ensuring a more efficient distribution of responsibilities across command units. These changes are part of a broader effort to modernize Ukraine's military operations and enhance its strategic functionality.

How will the new defense procurement laws impact Ukraine?

The new defense procurement laws in Ukraine, which took effect on January 1, 2026, are expected to significantly impact the efficiency of the defense supply chain. These laws aim to enhance transparency and streamline processes, thereby reducing bureaucratic delays and enabling faster, more cost-effective procurement. Such reforms are crucial for better resource management and operational readiness in the military sector.

What changes have been made in personnel distribution within the Ukrainian army?

Recent changes in personnel distribution within Ukraine's army focus on a fairer allocation of troops among combat brigades. This initiative aims to reduce the number of manual decisions in troop assignment, promoting a more systematic and equitable approach to personnel distribution. Efforts to automate these processes are guided by a need to address previously identified challenges within the army's structure.

Why has Ukraine transitioned to a corps-based structure in its army?

The transition to a corps-based structure in Ukraine's army is intended to improve command efficiency and operational effectiveness. By decentralizing strategic responsibilities, the army can respond more rapidly to dynamic situations, reducing the operational workload on existing tactical and strategic groupings. This structural reform is part of a comprehensive effort to modernize Ukraine's military capabilities.

How does the new personnel distribution mechanism improve the Ukrainian military?

The new mechanism for personnel distribution in the Ukrainian military is designed to ensure a fairer and more effective allocation of troops among combat units. By reducing manual interference and promoting automated processes, the mechanism aims to create a more balanced distribution of soldiers, thereby enhancing the operational readiness and effectiveness of different brigades. This approach addresses longstanding issues with troop management within the military.

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Zelenskyy announces modernisation of Defence Forces following Drapatyi’s appointment as commander-in-chief Zelenskyy announces modernisation of Defence Forces following Drapatyi’s appointment as commander-in-chief Major General Mykhailo Drapatyi, the new Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, has officially assumed his duties. The public has shown a high level of trust in the new military leadership, while the main tasks now are the coordinated modernisation of the army, strengthening... 2 341 16 Previously in trend: Reforms in the army Drapatyi – Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Syrskyi on mobilisation reform: Ground Forces and TCRs "ready for changes" Syrskyi on mobilisation reform: Ground Forces and TCRs "ready for changes" Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine General Oleksandr Syrskyi has rejected allegations that he "does not want to fight with drones" and expressed support for the mobilisation reform announced by the Ministry of Defence. However, he criticised the new military service contracts. 7 770 222 Previously in trend: Mobilisation in Ukraine Reforms in the army Contracts for the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Zelenskyy heard Fedorov’s report: Transformation of all processes within Defence Forces must continue Zelenskyy heard Fedorov’s report: Transformation of all processes within Defence Forces must continue On Sunday, 12 July, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy heard a report from Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov. 2 638 53 Previously in trend: New Cabinet Reforms in the army

Ukraine’s Armed Forces to establish Long-Range Effects Command targeting Russia and Joint Rapid Reaction Forces Ukraine’s Armed Forces to establish Long-Range Effects Command targeting Russia and Joint Rapid Reaction Forces President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed decrees establishing Ukraine’s Armed Forces Long-Range Effects Command against Russia and the Joint Rapid Reaction Forces. The latter will be commanded by Brigadier General Dmytro Voloshyn. 3 769 43 Previously in trend: Personnel changes in Armed Forces Command Reforms in the army Joint Forces Grouping

Reform of TCR is being prepared and will be presented in near future, - Ministry of Defence Reform of TCR is being prepared and will be presented in near future, - Ministry of Defence The Ministry of Defence has stated that it will present reforms to the TCR and the SS in the near future. 6 766 80 Previously in trend: Mobilisation in Ukraine Reforms in the army

"Soldiers have right to choose their unit rather than submit to government’s ’perverse bureaucratic logic,’" - Palamar, deputy commander of "Azov" Battalion, regarding his return from AWOL "Soldiers have right to choose their unit rather than submit to government’s ’perverse bureaucratic logic,’" - Palamar, deputy commander of "Azov" Battalion, regarding his return from AWOL Sviatoslav (Kalyna) Palamar, deputy commander of the 1st Corps of the Ukrainian National Guard "Azov," called on the Cabinet of Ministers and the Ministry of Defense to radically change the bureaucratic rules regarding the return of military personnel from the AWOL. He is demanding that soldiers... 3 477 13 Previously in trend: Returning to the Armed Forces after AWOL Reforms in the army

Ministry of Defence has introduced infantry and assault unit contracts: up to 460,000 UAH per month and fixed terms of service Ministry of Defence has introduced infantry and assault unit contracts: up to 460,000 UAH per month and fixed terms of service As part of the comprehensive transformation of the Ukrainian Defence Forces, infantry and assault contracts have been introduced, featuring clear terms of service and the highest pay rates. 4 704 28 Previously in trend: Reforms in the army Changes to military contracts

Syrskyi approved plan for development of sergeant corps of Armed Forces of Ukraine until 2027 Syrskyi approved plan for development of sergeant corps of Armed Forces of Ukraine until 2027 Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi has approved a plan for the development of the sergeant corps through the end of 2027. The document calls for expanding the authority of sergeants, introducing new career pathways, and raising social standards. 2 973 13 Previously in trend: Reforms in the army

Army reform was drawn up without consultation with military personnel who are not afraid to speak truth, - Ukrainian Armed Forces officer Osyka. VIDEO Army reform was drawn up without consultation with military personnel who are not afraid to speak truth, - Ukrainian Armed Forces officer Osyka. VIDEO The Ministry of Defence and the General Staff need to consult with the military before making any changes. 3 211 47 Previously in trend: Reforms in the army

What do you think about changes to military contracts? Vote on Censor’s Telegram channel What do you think about changes to military contracts? Vote on Censor’s Telegram channel Censor.NET is conducting a survey on the changes to military contracts proposed by the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense. 1 509 14 Previously in trend: Reforms in the army Changes to military contracts

Every serviceman will able to use ’calculator’ to work out when they will be discharged, - Fedorov Every serviceman will able to use ’calculator’ to work out when they will be discharged, - Fedorov The Ministry of Defence is to develop a special ‘calculator’ that will enable every member of the armed forces to work out when they will be discharged from service. 9 089 31 Previously in trend: Reforms in the army

Bonuses for assaults, prisoners of war and enemy casualties: Ministry of Defence has published details of new payments Bonuses for assaults, prisoners of war and enemy casualties: Ministry of Defence has published details of new payments The Ukrainian Ministry of Defence has responded to the numerous enquiries received via its helpline and on social media regarding when payments will be made under the new incentive scheme as part of the transformation of the Defence Forces, reports Censor.NET 3 499 20 Previously in trend: payments to military Reforms in the army New payments to military personnel

"95 per cent of citizens are being mobilised without issue, but approach needs to be changed," - Fedorov regarding organisational shortcomings in work of TCR "95 per cent of citizens are being mobilised without issue, but approach needs to be changed," - Fedorov regarding organisational shortcomings in work of TCR Ukraine must radically change its approach to the recruitment of conscripts at military registration and enlistment centres, as the current organisational shortcomings are taking a heavy toll on people’s morale. At the same time, the reality of mobilisation differs significantly from the... 15 546 151 Previously in trend: Unlawful actions of the TCR Mobilisation in Ukraine Reforms in the army

Contract workers need guarantees, but they don’t have any because government can change laws at moment’s notice, - Friz Contract workers need guarantees, but they don’t have any because government can change laws at moment’s notice, - Friz The state has no right to create a situation in which serving military personnel find themselves in worse conditions than new contract soldiers. 1 730 24 Previously in trend: Reforms in the army

One way to encourage people to sign contracts is through competence of their commanders, - ’Servant of People’ Fedienko One way to encourage people to sign contracts is through competence of their commanders, - ’Servant of People’ Fedienko In addition to financial incentives, the competence of commanders can also encourage people to sign contracts. 1 650 43 Previously in trend: Reforms in the army

Ministry of Defence has launched first stage of Defence Forces’ transformation: focus is on infantry and assault troops Ministry of Defence has launched first stage of Defence Forces’ transformation: focus is on infantry and assault troops The Ministry of Defence, in collaboration with the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the military command, is working to ensure the successful implementation of the first phase of the Defence Forces’ transformation. Its main objective is to strengthen frontline units, create... 4 135 22 Previously in trend: Reforms in the army

Already 80 reports in first few days: Ministry of Defence has reported on results of new mechanism for returning soldiers from AWOL Already 80 reports in first few days: Ministry of Defence has reported on results of new mechanism for returning soldiers from AWOL The Ukrainian Ministry of Defence has reported initial successes with the new mechanism for the return of servicemen who have left their units without permission (AWOL). In the first few days alone of the so-called ‘return window’, 80 soldiers have already submitted requests to resume service in... 2 120 18 Previously in trend: Returning to the Armed Forces after AWOL AWOL in AFU Reforms in the army

Up to 50% of assault troops and infantry positions are expected to be filled by foreign nationals, - Fedorov Up to 50% of assault troops and infantry positions are expected to be filled by foreign nationals, - Fedorov The Ukrainian Ministry of Defence aims to have foreigners fill 30–50% of the assault and infantry roles within the Ukrainian army. 5 050 56 Previously in trend: foreign volunteers in the armed forces Reforms in the army

Ministry of Defence has outlined army reform: new contract system, increased salaries, and return from AWOL Ministry of Defence has outlined army reform: new contract system, increased salaries, and return from AWOL Ukraine has officially announced the launch of the most comprehensive reform of its military service system to date. New contract formats with fixed terms (from 10 months) are being introduced, along with pay for infantry personnel (up to 460,000 UAH per month), a fast-track return scheme for... 8 547 62 Previously in trend: Reforms in the army

Salary increases, new contracts and recruitment of foreign nationals: Zelenskyy has unveiled details of reform. VIDEO Salary increases, new contracts and recruitment of foreign nationals: Zelenskyy has unveiled details of reform. VIDEO Salaries for military personnel in the rear will be increased to 30,000 hryvnias, and there will be three types of military service contracts. 4 910 44 Previously in trend: Reforms in the army

There are resources to increase pay in army. Minimum of 30,000 UAH in rear, – Zelenskyy. VIDEO There are resources to increase pay in army. Minimum of 30,000 UAH in rear, – Zelenskyy. VIDEO President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has stated that Ukraine has the resources to increase military personnel’s salaries. 3 674 58 Previously in trend: Reforms in the army

Ministry of Defence preparing reform of military allowances and introduction of service terms, – Svyrydenko Ministry of Defence preparing reform of military allowances and introduction of service terms, – Svyrydenko The Ukrainian Ministry of Defence is preparing a reform that provides for an increase in allowances for military personnel and the establishment of specific terms of service. 4 254 78 Previously in trend: payments to military Reforms in the army

Not single bill on army reform has been seen in Rada yet – Holos MP Rakhmanin Not single bill on army reform has been seen in Rada yet – Holos MP Rakhmanin There is currently not a single bill on army reform in the Verkhovna Rada. 1 551 18 Previously in trend: Reforms in the army

Fedorov did not clearly answer where he plans to get money to increase military salaries – MP Rakhmanin Fedorov did not clearly answer where he plans to get money to increase military salaries – MP Rakhmanin Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov did not give MPs from the defense committee a clear answer about the sources of funding for higher salaries for military personnel. 2 313 20 Previously in trend: payments to military Reforms in the army

Ministry of Defence says military reform could be presented in June Ministry of Defence says military reform could be presented in June The Ministry of Defense has stated that a presentation on military reform could take place in June. 4 230 34 Previously in trend: Reforms in the army

Syrskyi says when demobilization of military personnel may be possible in Ukraine Syrskyi says when demobilization of military personnel may be possible in Ukraine Demobilization of service members will take place after the war ends, while mechanisms for discharge during hostilities are currently being considered. 7 491 57 Previously in trend: Reforms in the army

Zelenskyy held Supreme Commander-in-Chief HQ meeting: countering Russian KABs, army reform launch planned for June Zelenskyy held Supreme Commander-in-Chief HQ meeting: countering Russian KABs, army reform launch planned for June Ukraine is developing protection against Russian aviation and preparing to launch army reform at the beginning of summer. 1 786 30 Previously in trend: Supreme Commander-in-Chief’s Staff meeting Reforms in the army

Defense Ministry outlines mobilization reform: steps being prepared to change selection, military medical commissions and training Defense Ministry outlines mobilization reform: steps being prepared to change selection, military medical commissions and training The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine is working on a systemic solution that should correct mistakes made during military medical commissions and improve the quality of the mobilization pool. 9 649 49 Previously in trend: Mobilisation in Ukraine Reforms in the army

All aspects of army reform must be finally approved in May, Zelenskyy says All aspects of army reform must be finally approved in May, Zelenskyy says President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has instructed the defense minister and the military command to discuss the details of the reform with combat commanders in order to take all strong proposals into account and fully inform them about the changes. 1 544 15 Previously in trend: Reforms in the army

Army reform to start in June: phased demobilization to begin this year – Zelenskyy Army reform to start in June: phased demobilization to begin this year – Zelenskyy President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced that army reform will begin in June. 11 506 63 Previously in trend: Reforms in the army

Ukrainian Army is in second phase of corps reform, - Syrskyi Ukrainian Army is in second phase of corps reform, - Syrskyi The Ukrainian Armed Forces are already in the second phase of their organisational reform. The aim is to improve troop management and reduce the workload on the command structure. 2 350 20 Previously in trend: Reforms in the army

Ministry of Defence is preparing changes to mobilisation process and AWOL, — Fedorov Ministry of Defence is preparing changes to mobilisation process and AWOL, — Fedorov Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov held a closed-door meeting with assault troops and infantrymen from 13 units currently fighting on the front lines. 16 113 57 Previously in trend: Mobilisation in Ukraine Reforms in the army

Audit of losses announced by Fedorov is correct intention that could change doctrine of war – Butusov Audit of losses announced by Fedorov is correct intention that could change doctrine of war – Butusov Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov’s initiative could indeed change the situation in planning combat operations and organizing the Ukrainian military. 6 778 23 Previously in trend: losses of Ukraine Reforms in the army

Audit of losses: Fedorov’s plan | Yurii Butusov. VIDEO Audit of losses: Fedorov’s plan | Yurii Butusov. VIDEO Yurii Butusov, a platoon commander in the National Guard of Ukraine’s 13th Khartiia Brigade, is analyzing Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov’s plan live on air. 5 297 7 Previously in trend: Reforms in the army

We are starting analysis of every loss on battlefield – Fedorov We are starting analysis of every loss on battlefield – Fedorov The Ministry of Defense is working on a series of solutions to strengthen defense. 8 577 113 Previously in trend: Defense Reforms in the army

First stage of structural reform took place in 2025. Now we have moved on to second stage, - Syrskyi First stage of structural reform took place in 2025. Now we have moved on to second stage, - Syrskyi In 2025, the first stage of the transition of the Armed Forces of Ukraine to a corps system took place. The reform made it possible to streamline and unburden the troop command system, as well as to increase the effectiveness of personnel deployment and support. 2 613 20 Previously in trend: Corps system in AFU Reforms in the army

Palisa working on necessary changes in Ukraine’s Defence Forces – Zelenskyy Palisa working on necessary changes in Ukraine’s Defence Forces – Zelenskyy President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced changes in the Defence Forces, including the modernization of military education, taking into account combat experience from the full-scale war. 3 857 18 Previously in trend: Reforms in the army

Ukraine launches new stage of defense procurement reform: what changes take effect on January 1 Ukraine launches new stage of defense procurement reform: what changes take effect on January 1 A new stage of defense supply reform began in Ukraine on January 1. 1 200 11 Previously in trend: reforms Reforms in Ukraine Reforms in the army Anti-corruption reforms

Ukraine’s Armed Forces complete transition to corps system – Syrskyi Ukraine’s Armed Forces complete transition to corps system – Syrskyi The Armed Forces of Ukraine have completed the transition to a corps-based structure. As of today, all corps have assumed their areas of responsibility and eased the burden on operational-tactical and operational-strategic groupings (OTG and OSGT). 4 626 20 Previously in trend: Corps system in AFU Reforms in the army

Mobilised personnel will now be distributed among military units even before start of BCAT, - Palisa Mobilised personnel will now be distributed among military units even before start of BCAT, - Palisa Deputy Head of the Presidential Administration Pavlo Palisa, following the results of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief's meeting, explained how the new mechanism for distributing personnel between brigades on the front line will work. In his opinion, from now on, there should be fewer manual... 18 613 132 Previously in trend: Reforms in the army Training of soldiers in brigades

General Staff preparing decision on fair distribution of troops between brigades – Zelenskyy General Staff preparing decision on fair distribution of troops between brigades – Zelenskyy President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said that certain problems in the army require urgent solutions, particularly regarding the distribution of personnel between combat brigades. 3 554 48 Previously in trend: The problem in the Ukrainian army Reforms in the army

Brigade manning must be reviewed. I’ve tasked Hnatov with this – Zelenskyy Brigade manning must be reviewed. I’ve tasked Hnatov with this – Zelenskyy President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said that Ukrainian service members are calling for a fair redistribution of personnel among the Armed Forces brigades, and that draft decisions will be presented in the near future. 12 810 120 Previously in trend: Formation of new brigades in AFU Reforms in the army