Zelenskyy orders new GenStaff chief to expedite transition to corps structure
President also instructs Hnatov to audit brigade needs, and orders Defense Minister Umierov to enhance security cooperation with international partners.
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Zelenskyy on mobilization: If half our army goes home, we will need to surrender
From the trenches to the parliament, Ukraine faces a delicate balancing act as President Zelenskyy acknowledges flaws in the military mobilization system while warning against any premature return of troops.
Twenty percent of Ukraine’s candidates who came to recruitment centers are women
With women comprising 20% of new candidates and playing critical roles in areas like combat medicine, UAV operations, and cybersecurity, the initiative highlights a unified effort to bolster the country's military.
Ukraine faces critical military reform challenge as desertions soar past 100,000
New promising policies allow unit transfers and civilian promotions, but ineffective mobilization rules remain unchanged.
Czech president issued 40 permits to fight for Ukraine last year
President Petr Pavel's office processed 114 applications in 2024 from citizens seeking legal approval to join Ukraine's Armed Forces, approving 40, including three women.
Russian court sentences New Zealand fighter to 14 years in absentia
Earlier this year, Russia reported placing approximately 700 foreign nationals fighting for Ukraine on its wanted list.
Finland donates winter gear to Ukrainian Armed Forces and prepares new aid package
''Finland is one of Ukraine's strongest supporters, and we have no plans to change that,'' Defense Minister Antti Häkkänen stated.
Ukraine’s second Taiwanese volunteer fighter killed in Luhansk Oblast
Taiwan's foreign ministry confirmed death of second volunteer fighter in Ukraine since 2022. Wu Chung-ta, 44, killed by Russian bombing.
France to train and outfit another Ukrainian brigade with equipment, Zelenskyy says
Ukraine has secured an agreement with France for additional military aid, equipping a second brigade with French weapons.
Media: Russia sets new February deadline to expel Ukrainians from Kursk after October failure
The Kremlin has revised the timeline for its Kursk Oblast operation to 1 February 2025, deploying 40,000 troops and planning to establish a buffer zone within Ukrainian territory by 25 February.
New Ukrainian-made Varan buggy gets fielding approval from Defense Ministry
The Varan can carry 500 kg of cargo or tow a 300 kg trailer, with a range of 200 km on rough terrain.
68,000 women serve in Ukrainian military, 5,000 in combat zones
Women represent 8% of Ukraine's 880,000-strong armed forces.
Ukraine invites Nordic countries to train and arm Ukrainian battalions
Ukraine proposes Nordic Brigade project, seeking Scandinavian support in training and arming battalions, emphasizing the need for increased defense assistance.
Rada approves Ukraine’s new military branch for unmanned technologies
Ukraine's Parliament has approved the creation of Unmanned Systems Forces, a new military branch, integrating various unmanned and robotic systems across multiple domains.
Ukrainian military introduces new BTR-60 variant, providing significant improvement in firepower
Ukraine has unveiled a significant upgrade to its aging BTR-60 armored personnel carriers, equipping them with the advanced BM-7 Parus turret. This modernization enhances the vehicles' firepower, transforming the Soviet-era transporters into more capable fighting machines.
Ukrainian military to offer halal, kosher, vegan MRE options starting December 2024
Ukraine's Ministry of Defense announces plans to diversify military MRE rations, addressing religious, medical, and ethical needs. New options, including kosher, halal, and vegan meals, will be available from December 2024 after consultations with religious and animal rights groups.
Zelenskyy: Our partners need to remove barriers preventing us from weakening Russian positions
The President of Ukraine urged Western partners to lift any barriers set upon Ukraine with regards to long-range capabilities, as it is the ''answer to all the most important (...) strategic issues of this war.''
Ukrainian Armed Forces to receive Buffalo vehicles, considered to be among safest armored vehicles in existence
Designed with a special V-hull type, the Buffalo is designed with improved ballistic protection and contains external blast-absorbing components.
Firefighting robot certified for Ukrainian military for dangerous demining missions
Ukraine’s Defense Ministry certified the first firefighting robot for demining operations. Originally designed for civilians, the robot has been enhanced for military use, providing remote control, real-time video, and improved safety.
Ukraine launches Army+ app to reduce paperwork
Ukraine introduced Army+ mobile application to streamline military operations, with features including electronic reports, training programs, and secure communication.
