Ministry of Defense of Ukraine

The investigating judge concluded that the investigation had not provided any evidence of collusion between officials and the director of Lviv Arsenal to embezzle public funds under the defense contract.

Russia is recruiting mercenaries from Syria, who are being trained near Aleppo before being sent to war in Ukraine.

Parliament adopts a law introducing NATO standards in the medical support of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, including clinical protocols and regulations on pre-hospital care.

The creation of the new Unmanned Systems Forces will allow the military to better utilize drones for reconnaissance, combat operations, and develop domestic production.

Representatives of Ukraine and Sweden discussed the financial terms and obligations of Ukraine to participate in the project, as well as the terms, conditions, and mechanism for the procurement of CV-90 infantry fighting vehicles.

The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine will double the number of working groups to strengthen food quality inspections and compliance with standards in 2024.

President Zelenskyy has signed a decree creating a new type of the Armed Forces of Ukraine - the Unmanned Systems Force. According to Defense Minister Rustem Umerov, this is an important step in the modernization of Ukraine's military potential.

The Ukrainian Parliamentary Commissioner for Human Rights urged MPs to adopt in the first reading the draft law on mobilization, which he discussed with the Minister of Defense and received his support after criticizing the document.

Ukraine's First Deputy Minister of Defense held an online meeting with international partners to discuss improving Ukraine's military command structure and implementing Euro-Atlantic principles and practices, as well as coordinating responses to future security threats.

Having passed the polygraph, Liev proved that he was not involved in the crime of which he was suspected - polygraph examiner.

The Security Service of Ukraine neutralized Russian sabotage groups in Khmelnytskyi region, timely counteracting a conditional enemy group that was collecting intelligence to carry out explosions at an energy facility.

The former acting director of the Department of Military-Technical Policy, Development of Armaments and Military Equipment of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine said that he was pressured to provide the military with ammunition, but not with regard to specific contracts.

The Deputy Prime Minister announced that the Diia app does not plan to issue summonses or hold elections, but will open its code in February for greater transparency.

The Security Service of Ukraine reported the neutralization of the FSB agent network, which included former employees of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine and Foreign Intelligence, as well as a regional SBU employee.

Ukraine's intelligence chief has asked Canada to provide decommissioned CRV7 missiles that are currently scheduled for destruction to help Ukraine defend itself against Russian attacks, saying it would save Canadian taxpayers the cost of destroying them.

FC Shakhtar announces the creation of a football team for wounded soldiers who lost limbs in the war to ensure their rehabilitation through sports.

The Anti-Corruption Committee has recognized the new draft law on mobilization as containing corruption risks, as key provisions are unclear and leave too much power to officials.

"The State Operator of the Home Front has announced the first tenders under the new procurement model for the supply of food for the Armed Forces, starting in April.

Ukrainian developers have created the Shoolika mk6 strategic strike drone, which can deliver precision strikes at night at a distance of up to 10 km and carry 6 kg of cargo. In addition, the drone is resistant to the effects of electronic warfare and has modern night vision systems.

Analysts note that in 2023, 3. 8 thousand cars were purchased on Prozorro for UAH 3.7 billion. At the same time, in 2021, almost 5 thousand cars were purchased for the same amount.

Over the past day, Russian occupants shelled 114 Ukrainian settlements and 44 infrastructure facilities, causing deaths and injuries.

The parliamentary committee wants to invite representatives of the Ministry of Defense to its meeting next week to clarify issues regarding the new draft law on mobilization, including the receipt of summonses through the electronic cabinet.

Over the past day, Ukrainian troops repelled 66 combat engagements and missile and air strikes by Russian troops in various parts of the frontline.

Last week, sappers of the Ministry of Defense defused more than 2,500 explosive devices while demining the territory in the liberated regions of Ukraine.

The Deputy Minister of Defense of Ukraine noted that modern and civilized approaches to strengthening the country's defense capabilities should be established for each period of "pre-service," "during service," and "post-service.

The head of the press and information department of the Ministry of Defense said that the new draft law on mobilization contains convenient mechanisms in addition to sanctions to better provide certainty and a strategic advantage for the Ukrainian armed forces.

According to Ukrainian intelligence, a pilot of a Russian Tu-95 strategic bomber was shot dead in the Russian city of Engels.

Over the past day, Russian troops shelled 12 regions of Ukraine, resulting in civilian casualties.

President Zelenskyy chaired a meeting of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief's Staff to discuss the production of drones, the production of shells, the situation on the frontline, particularly in Avdiivka, the construction of fortifications, and the restoration of energy infrastructure after Russian strikes.

The High Anti-Corruption Court imposed a one-month personal obligation on the acting director of the Department of Military and Technical Policy of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine on suspicion of embezzlement during the purchase of ammunition.