Ministry of Defense of Ukraine

Ukraine, together with NATO, is working on innovative solutions for the safe evacuation of the wounded. Experts discussed the integration of civil-military planning and the implementation of innovations.

A former official of the Ministry of Defense has been served with a notice of suspicion for official negligence and the use of forged documents. His actions resulted in damages to the state of about UAH 2 billion due to the unjustified inclusion of VAT in fuel supply contracts.

The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has codified and approved for operation almost 50 new models of automotive equipment from Ukrainian manufacturers in six months. This is twice as many as last year and includes tractors, trucks, and all-terrain chassis.

Law enforcement officers have notified former officials of the Kyiv branch of the Pension Fund of Ukraine and representatives of private companies of suspicion. They are accused of embezzling over UAH 3.6 million in budget funds during the renovation of PFU buildings and the procurement of fire-fighting equipment.

The US has suspended arms supplies to Ukraine, including Patriot and GMLRS missiles, which are currently in storage in Poland. The decision was made due to concerns about dwindling American weapons stockpiles.

President Zelenskyy heard reports from the Ministers of Defense and Foreign Affairs regarding relations with the United States. Details of the supply of defense support, including air defense components, were discussed against the backdrop of the US cessation of supplying certain types of weapons.

Prosecutors and the SBU exposed a scheme that caused the state losses of over UAH 33 million due to incomplete assembly of large-caliber rifles. A former Ministry of Defense official and a company head have been notified of suspicion.

The Cabinet of Ministers allowed changing the terms of state contracts for the procurement of UAVs and EW after their conclusion. A price increase of up to 20% is allowed in case of changes in technical solutions at the customer's request.

Ukraine will have enough stocks of weapons and missiles for Western systems until the end of summer, after which a critical moment may come. Stopping the supply of Patriot, GMLRS, and AIM-7 may lead to a loss of effectiveness of air defense and HIMARS.

In June, the Ministry of Defense codified over 120 new types of weapons, most of which are domestically produced. Since the beginning of 2025, over 600 types of weapons and military equipment have been approved for use, including 270 new UAVs.

Ukraine is clarifying issues regarding the supply of defense aid from the United States. There have been no official reports of termination or revision of supply schedules; the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has requested a conversation with its American counterparts.

The Ombudsman's Office received 3,500 complaints regarding human rights violations during mobilization in 2024. In 2025, more than 2,000 such complaints have already been registered.

Kyrylo Budanov, head of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense, stated that Russia does not depend on supplies from Iran, receiving mostly gunpowder. Russian production of kamikaze drones has already been established domestically.

The head of the Main Intelligence Directorate, Kyrylo Budanov, stated that the escalation at the front continues and will not change until the end of peace talks. He noted that Russian statements about "wherever a Russian soldier's foot treads, it is Russian" are a clear signal to defend Ukraine, otherwise the Russian TCQ (Territorial Center of Conscription) will come.

Two modernized Mi-8MT helicopters, after a major overhaul, may return to service without vital combat equipment, as the equipment installed by the company was dismantled and seized. Aviation expert Bohdan Dolintse explains the regulatory aspects and consequences for combat effectiveness.

Finnish law enforcement is investigating the supply of substandard body armor for the Armed Forces of Ukraine worth 5. 7 million euros. The company sent 5,000 body armor vests that did not meet standards and is suspected of fraud and money laundering.

In the first half of 2025, the Russian army suffered personnel losses in Ukraine of 230,180 people and 1,311 tanks. The occupiers also lost 2,885 armored combat vehicles and 21,021 units of automotive equipment.

In "Reserve+", beta-testing of fine payments for not clarifying data by July 16, 2024, has been launched. Online payment will allow avoiding a visit to the TCR and removes "TCR wanted" from the application.

Explosions occurred in the occupied Donetsk region. Russian media report a possible Storm Shadow attack on Donetsk, but information about destruction is being clarified.

The government approved the Ministry of Defense's draft law, which grants a 12-month deferment from mobilization to volunteers after serving under the "Contract 18-24" project. This will allow them to rest and undergo rehabilitation after service.

A falsified document purportedly from the Odesa Oblast Territorial Centre for Recruitment and Social Support (TCC and SP) regarding the mobilization of individuals with dual Ukraine-Moldova citizenship is being circulated online. The leadership of the Odesa Oblast TCC and SP refutes this information and points out signs that the document is a fake.

Ukraine has launched mass production of "LEGIT" combat robots, developed by the HUR MOD (Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense). These robots perform reconnaissance, logistical, and fire support tasks for the Defense Forces.

The Main Directorate of Intelligence of the Ministry of Defense and other units of the Defense Forces of Ukraine hit a Russian ammunition depot in the Bryansk region. A hit and fire at the facility, which is the former 120th arsenal of the main missile and artillery directorate, have been confirmed.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy, by decree No. 434/2025 of June 27, changed the composition of the Staff of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief. Mykhailo Drapatyi, Serhiy Boyev, and Hennadiy Shapovalov joined the composition.

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a Technology Staff meeting with reports on drones, their financing, and simplification of production. The main goal is to maximize the production of drones needed at the front and for the protection of cities.

A representative of the GUR stated that the negotiation process with Russia regarding the exchange of prisoners of war continues and does not stop. Ukraine is ready to conduct as many stages as necessary to bring back all seriously ill, wounded, and young defenders.

Minister of Defence Rustem Umerov stated that contract servicemen aged 18-24 demonstrated high professionalism. The Ministry of Defence is ready to improve the motivational package to attract new fighters.

The Minister of Defense of Ukraine stated about the participation of 11,000 DPRK fighters in the war and the probable dispatch of additional forces. These units have already suffered significant losses, indicating the depletion of the DPRK's elite reserve.

Ukraine is working with allies, particularly the United States, to organize a meeting of leaders. The Ministry of Defense is also focusing on obtaining additional air defense systems and producing millions of drones.

Ukrainian servicemen released from Russian captivity burned the prison clothes they were given. Among those returned are fighters under 25 years old, seriously ill and seriously wounded, including defenders of Mariupol and National Guardsmen from the Chornobyl Nuclear Power Plant.