More than 100 companies are training AI on real combat data through Brave1 Dataroom. This will help detect and destroy Shahed-type drones more effectively.
Air Defense destroyed 59,000 targets and repelled 25 airstrikes in a month. Thanks to innovations and private groups, 95% of the interception process has been automated.
The strike on the bridge between Henichesk and the Arabat Spit has blocked traffic. This significantly complicates the enemy's logistics on the route to Crimea.
Fedorov and Pistorius agreed on aid priorities ahead of Ramstein. The focus is on missiles for Patriot, IRIS-T, and Ukrainian drones of various types.
The "Progres" plant in Cheboksary was hit by FP-5 "Flamingo" missiles. The facility produces antennas designed to protect Russian missiles and drones from electronic warfare (EW) systems.
Near Pytomnyk, Russians struck a car carrying five civilians with an FPV drone. A 70-year-old woman was killed, and four other people were hospitalized with injuries.
The Ministry of Defense examined downed Kalibr missiles. They discovered a cluster warhead and 90% foreign electronics instead of Russian components.
The Verkhovna Rada Committee approved an increase in defense spending by 1. 5 trillion UAH in 2026. The funds will be allocated to the Armed Forces of Ukraine and weaponry, thanks to a 90 billion euro EU loan.
A Brave1 participant has created a system that automates UAV interception by 95%. The development successfully passed combat trials in the Kharkiv region.
The case of a former Ministry of Defense official regarding the procurement of 300,000 low-quality gloves has been referred to court. The losses to the state amount to over 231 million hryvnias.
During May, the State Special Transport Service equipped 211 km with anti-drone protection and restored 115 km of roads. Since the beginning of 2024, 822 km of routes have already been protected.
Occupiers are striking a section of the highway near Bohodukhiv, 20 km from the border. Risks for civilian transport on the route between Kharkiv and Sumy are increasing.
In May 2026, Ukrainian air defense shot down 7,588 aerial targets with an efficiency of 90. 75%. The Ministry of Defense emphasizes the need for PAC-3 missiles for Patriot systems.
The Volyn TCC denied involvement in the detention of Dmytro Fedorchuk and clarified that the case involves a different serviceman. The agency stated that he is suspected of extorting 7,000 dollars; however, the object of the unlawful benefit was not found.
Law enforcement officers detained an official from one of the TCCs in the Volyn region for accepting a bribe. Investigators are also checking the involvement of intermediaries in the crime.
The occupiers are launching Shahed drones 5-15 days after manufacture. The production of UAVs and missiles in the RF does not allow for the formation of large stockpiles, "and almost everything goes to the front."
President Zelenskyy announced the development of arms exports to strengthen the economy. The NSDC and the Ministry of Defense are already working on the necessary regulatory changes.
Diana Davityan, Head of the Office of the Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council, responded to criticism of defense procurement and refuted information regarding a monopoly in the strike drone market.
In May, 18 oil facilities and 15 maritime targets were hit in the RF. The maximum strike distance reached a record 1,700 kilometers.
In the Lyman direction, a Russian soldier stole Tramadol from a medic and deserted. The Main Directorate of Intelligence (GUR) released an intercepted conversation regarding the occupier's escape.
The Ministry of Defense has cleared the domestic Vepr complex for combat operations. The robot carries 350 kg of cargo and evacuates two wounded simultaneously.
The Defense Procurement Agency has signed contracts for the supply of 1,500 motorcycles for the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Thanks to the tender, nearly 12 million hryvnias were saved, Mykhailo Fedorov stated.
The President demands that the preparation of the Patriot contract be completed within a week. Delaying the implementation of the agreements, according to him, will lead to serious personnel decisions.
HUR provided data on Russian missile production and foreign accomplices. The Kremlin's plans to restrict Ukraine's strategic ties with other countries have been exposed.
The Ministry of Defense called the TCC reform a sensitive issue and is not yet disclosing details. MP Bobrovska expects the presentation of the structure's renewal plan in the summer.
HUR representative Andriy Yusov called the constant threat of shelling an element of the enemy's psychological pressure. Zelenskyy confirmed Russia's readiness for new attacks.
Ukraine and Lithuania have launched Brave Lithuania to develop defense technologies. The program will focus on drones, electronic warfare, and artificial intelligence.
Zelenskyy introduced direct funding for brigades and ordered an increase in shell supplies. The Staff also discussed strengthening air defense and anti-ballistic protection.
The Ombudsman reported rights violations during mobilization and the Ministry of Defense's disregard for his initiatives. This concerns the use of force and illegal detentions.
Ukraine is changing reservation rules and increasing payments to military personnel. New deadlines for IDPs and the digitalization of employment records are also in effect.
