Ministry of Defense of Ukraine
Starting October 2, Reserve+ will temporarily not process deferments due to disability. The service is expected to be restored on October 4 after 16:00.
Political analyst Yevhen Mahda called "Closed Skies" an unfulfilled promise. He criticized the AI videos about the "Army of Robots" and procurement problems.
Ukraine approved long-range operations for October and expects aviation packages for the F-16s by the end of the year. Prototypes to counter jet-powered “Shaheds” have been identified.
The Ukrainian Armed Forces' amphibious robot covered more than 40 km by land and water, delivering provisions and ammunition to the military. The system was further developed with the support of Brave1.
Ukraine critically needs missiles for Patriot systems amid Russian attacks. Budanov also called for expanding the satellite capabilities of Starlink and Starshield.
SPECTR analyzes combat data, identifies patterns, and predicts the enemy's actions. The system is already undergoing testing in combat units.
NABU stated that the video about searches at the home of the former head of the DPA was created using AI. The Bureau links the video to an information war and urges people to rely on official sources.
Since the beginning of the year, the Ministry of Defense has codified 650 unmanned aerial systems for the Defense Forces. Most of them were manufactured in Ukraine.
The war has created demand for thousands of engines for missiles and drones. Fire Point is testing its own engine for Flamingo and plans mass production.
The Ukrainian UAT. GYURZA-01, based on the Dodge RAM 5500, carries five military personnel and nearly 2 tons of cargo. The pickup is protected according to STANAG 4569.
After September 20, returning from unauthorized absence is handled through the Military Law and Order Service or a reserve battalion. The procedure takes longer, and a unit is not always chosen.
During the night of September 20, OSINT channels reported drone attacks in the Moscow region, Voronezh, and Ryazan. Heavy FP-1 strike drones were spotted among the UAVs involved.
This concerns the 31st military aid package worth $275 million. The funds will be directed toward strengthening air defense in the autumn and winter.
The President met with Defense Minister Khmara and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Drapatyi. They discussed updating the management of the Medical Forces, the involvement of foreign volunteers, and the development of Ukraine’s long-range capabilities.
Over the course of a week, Ukraine struck an oil refinery, an airfield and Russian military aircraft. The Ministry of Defence reported billions in losses for Russia’s war machine.
The government plans to accelerate the identification of repatriated bodies and strengthen coordination among agencies. More than UAH 600 million is allocated in the 2027 budget for the additional equipment of 21 forensic medical examination bureaus.
After a service member returns from unauthorized absence, they may continue their service only through the established procedure. Until the order is issued, duties, payments, and benefits are not restored.
The Cabinet of Ministers submitted the 2027 budget draft to the Verkhovna Rada, with expenditures of UAH 7. 2 trillion and a deficit of UAH 1.623 trillion. UAH 4.885 trillion is allocated for defense.
Kostiantyn Humeniuk replaced Anatolii Kazmirchuk as commander of the Medical Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Previously, he was the chief surgeon of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
The ePoints program is in effect, and funding is предусмотрено through the end of 2026. The Ministry of Defense explained the delays as being due to refinancing procedures and promised payments to manufacturers.
Ukraine has provided the United States with a list of needs to strengthen its defenses, including air defense. The Ministry of Defense called for continued military support amid Russian attacks.
Military personnel who went AWOL before June 12, 2026, can return under a simplified program. More than 70 units are available.
Teachers can arrange a deferment in "Reserve+" without certificates or visiting an Administrative Services Center. The system automatically verifies employment and workload data.
These include drones, industrial projects, F-16s, and aviation munitions. Ukraine’s Defense Minister Yevhen Khmara thanked his Belgian counterpart for €1 billion in defense assistance this year.
In Dnipro, during a conflict involving a notification group from the Territorial Recruitment and Social Support Center, police, and local residents, pepper spray was used. The police are investigating the incident.
Hanna Hvozdiar has become Deputy Minister of Defense of Ukraine. Deputy ministers for restoration and social policy have also been appointed.
The winners of NATO's Persistent Airfield Denial competition were teams from the Czech Republic, Poland, and Ukraine. Their solutions will be tested and proven in combat.
Representatives of the Territorial Recruitment and Social Support Centers have no right to stop or detain people heading to a shelter. Document checks in the shelter are not separately prohibited.
Before the "Ramstein" meeting, Ukraine submitted a list of air defense and missile defense needs to NATO. Kyiv urged its allies to quickly provide additional systems.
On September 7, Ukraine observes Military Intelligence Day, while under the auspices of the UN, it is Clean Air Day. Brazil celebrates Independence Day.