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The government has limited the period of treatment of servicemen abroad to 12 consecutive months

The Ukrainian government has limited the time that servicemen can stay abroad for treatment to 12 consecutive months.

War • February 2, 04:21 PM • 26037 views

The Ministry of Defense is changing its approach to tenders for the supply of food for the Armed Forces

The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has presented a new model of food procurement directly from producers and suppliers starting in April 2024 to improve quality and transparency.

Society • February 2, 12:21 PM • 19542 views

Head of the Ministry of Defense Department is suspended due to the announcement of suspicion in criminal proceedings

The head of one of the departments of the Ministry of Defense was suspended from performing his duties in connection with a notice of suspicion in a criminal proceeding.

Crimes and emergencies • February 2, 11:04 AM • 25952 views

Not to look for the guilty, but to change the system - how the new team of the Ministry of Defense works

The new team of the Ministry of Defense had to quickly solve a difficult problem: to show that the ministry is ready to admit its mistakes, is open to dialogue with the public, and in interaction with it is determined to eradicate any manifestations of corruption and introduce new work mechanisms.

Politics • February 2, 08:35 AM • 403409 views

Russia does not respond to Ukraine's requests to return bodies of prisoners allegedly killed in IL-76

Ukraine has asked Russia to return the bodies of prisoners of war allegedly killed in the Il-76 plane crash, but Russia has not responded to the requests.

War • February 1, 08:17 PM • 24249 views

Production of new ammunition will be faster and larger - Ministry of Defense

The Ukrainian government has approved a resolution to accelerate and expand domestic ammunition production to strengthen the country's defense capabilities and reduce dependence on imports.

War • February 1, 06:16 PM • 29889 views

The Armed Forces started issuing women's military uniforms for the first time - Defense Ministry

The new uniform includes constructive elements that allow female servicewomen to feel comfortable while performing tasks in the field and at permanent locations.

Society • February 1, 04:49 PM • 33077 views

"I personally have no conflict with anyone": Budanov would not be drawn on the rumors about Zaluzhnyi's possible replacement - CNN

The head of Ukraine's military intelligence did not engage in discussions of rumors about the possible replacement of the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, CNN reports.

War • February 1, 03:33 PM • 28266 views

Budanov suggested that attacks on Russian infrastructure may increase

Head of Ukraine's military intelligence suggests increased attacks on Russian infrastructure.

War • February 1, 02:00 PM • 23603 views

Intelligence denies information that Arestovych left Ukraine thanks to a letter from the GUR

The Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine denied providing former advisor to the head of the OP Oleksiy Arestovych with documents for traveling abroad and called the reports that he left Ukraine in September 2013 on their letter a fake.

War • February 1, 01:20 PM • 25252 views

Remains of those killed in the crash of the IL-76 near Belgorod identified in Russia

Russia claims that it has identified the remains of 74 people killed in the crash of the IL-76 plane near Belgorod as 6 Russian crew members, 3 Russian military police officers, and 65 Ukrainian prisoners of war.

War • February 1, 12:55 PM • 23820 views

Mortars, drones and self-propelled artillery systems: The Ministry of Defense has authorized more than 40 samples of weapons and military equipment for operation

In January, the Ministry of Defense authorized more than 40 weapons and military equipment, including self-propelled artillery systems, mortars, specialized equipment, unmanned aerial vehicles, and ammunition made in Ukraine and abroad, for use in the army.

War • February 1, 12:23 PM • 21866 views

He demanded USD 5 thousand. USD for exclusion from military registration: a doctor of a military medical center of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine is under suspicion

A doctor of a military medical center in Ukraine was served a notice of suspicion of extortion of USD 5,000 from a serviceman for declaring him unfit for military service.

Crimes and emergencies • February 1, 12:13 PM • 22365 views

In 2023, Ukrainian drone manufacturers received state contracts for the production of 58 UAV models

In 2023, Ukraine significantly increased its own drone production: 67 models were codified and 58 received government contracts.

War • February 1, 10:14 AM • 42115 views

Development of partnerships in the defense industry: Ukraine has signed dozens of agreements on joint production of weapons

Ukraine is actively developing partnerships in the defense industry, having concluded dozens of agreements on joint arms production with more than two dozen countries.

War • February 1, 09:31 AM • 32520 views

"Not so much quality as quantity." Budanov calls ammunition one of the most decisive factors in the war

The head of Ukrainian intelligence noted that ammunition is one of the most decisive factors in the war waged against Ukraine by Russia.

War • February 1, 08:57 AM • 23030 views

Budanov expects the next six months to be "interesting"

Ukraine's military intelligence chief predicted that the next six months of the war will be "interesting".

War • February 1, 06:59 AM • 33342 views

Nutrition reform for the Armed Forces: The Ministry of Defense visited a military unit with an audit

Deputy Defense Ministers and the head of the State Logistics Operator checked the quality of food for military personnel in one of the military units. The military department did not say which unit they visited, but promised that such inspections would become a regular occurrence.

War • January 31, 08:09 PM • 91995 views

Ukraine's Defense Minister discusses strengthening strategic partnership with U.S. officials

The Minister of Defense of Ukraine discussed the strengthening of the Ukraine-U. S. strategic partnership with U.S. officials, in particular with Deputy Secretary of State Victoria Nuland and Ambassador Bridget Brink.

Politics • January 31, 04:40 PM • 28198 views

Ministry of Defense prevents supply of 362 tons of low-quality products to military units

Through inspections of warehouses, the Ministry of Defense prevented the supply of more than 362 tons of low-quality food to the military by blocking attempts to deliver spoiled food to a military unit in eastern Ukraine.

Society • January 31, 12:36 PM • 25898 views

Ukraine and the United States agree to strengthen cooperation in monitoring the use of international assistance

The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine and the U. S. Department of Defense signed a memorandum of understanding to strengthen cooperation in monitoring the use of international security assistance provided to Ukraine.

War • January 31, 10:23 AM • 24004 views

Pentagon spokesman says he is "not tracking" changes amid rumors of Zaluzhny's replacement

A Pentagon spokesman says he is "not tracking any changes" in the top of the Ukrainian command amid rumors of replacing Commander-in-Chief Valeriy Zaluzhny.

Politics • January 31, 07:48 AM • 23713 views

The Cabinet of Ministers submitted a mobilization bill to the Verkhovna Rada: a detailed analysis

The government has submitted an updated draft law on mobilization, which, in particular, introduces changes to the conscription age, military training and conscription for regular service. UNN correspondent Pavlo Bashynskyi found out and systematized what exactly the lawmakers propose.

War • January 31, 06:15 AM • 114975 views

Zelensky revokes Zaluzhny's dismissal as Commander-in-Chief after public outcry - Financial Times

President Zelensky's attempt to remove the popular General Valeriy Zaluzhnyi from command caused public outrage, which prevented his dismissal.

War • January 30, 10:13 PM • 104082 views

Pyongyang has serious resources: Budanov on Russia's cooperation with the DPRK

The head of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine believes that Russia will promise to transfer missile technology to North Korea in exchange for increased arms supplies, as North Korea has significant weapons stockpiles and industrial capabilities.

War • January 30, 08:14 PM • 55366 views

Reducing the draft age to 25 years and more: the main details of the updated government draft law on mobilization

The Cabinet of Ministers submitted to the Parliament a draft law to improve mobilization, military registration and service by lowering the conscription age and clarifying citizens' responsibilities.

War • January 30, 07:20 PM • 100666 views

More than 30 teams and more than 400 developers: the Ministry of Defense summarized the results of the first hackathon "Offensive of Machines"

The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine held the first Hackathon to improve unmanned systems at the front, bringing together more than 450 developers, engineers and inventors who created innovative solutions to various military problems.

War • January 30, 05:27 PM • 74737 views

The SBI investigates more than 300 proceedings regarding the activities of TCCs and joint ventures

The SBI is investigating more than 300 criminal proceedings against territorial recruitment centers and social support centers.

Crimes and emergencies • January 30, 03:55 PM • 39939 views

Ukraine has simplified the mechanism for determining the family circle of military personnel entitled to assistance

Ukraine has simplified the process of identifying family members of military personnel who are eligible for financial assistance.

Society • January 30, 01:52 PM • 67834 views

Defense Ministry makes first statement amid rumors of possible resignations of Zaluzhnyi and Umerov

The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine made its first statement amid rumors of possible resignations of Commander-in-Chief Valeriy Zaluzhny and Defense Minister Rustem Umerov.

War • January 29, 05:52 PM • 111844 views