Ministry of Defense of Ukraine
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine is working on a legal definition of "cyberwar" and the recognition of cyberattacks as acts of war to counter systematic cyber threats from Russia and its allies.
The Verkhovna Rada Committee on National Security, Defense and Intelligence has considered 4051 out of 4266 amendments to the draft law on mobilization, making it 95% ready, with the remaining amendments scheduled to be completed tomorrow.
If Russian President Vladimir Putin disappears, nothing will change quickly for Ukraine because of the deep-rooted hatred of the West and Ukraine among Russians, which will continue to influence decision-making for many years, says Kirill Budanov, head of Ukraine's Main Intelligence Directorate.
Ukraine convened an extraordinary meeting of the NATO-Ukraine Council to inform the allies about Russia's missile attacks on critical infrastructure and to ask NATO members to provide additional air defense systems.
At the beginning of the full-scale invasion, Ukraine was forced to engage intermediary firms, mostly Ukrainian, to purchase ammunition abroad, as some countries were reluctant to sign contracts for fear that Ukraine might lose the war.
Deputy Minister of Defense of Ukraine Yuriy Dzhyhyr met with the European Parliament delegation and discussed Ukraine's urgent defense needs, including air defense systems, long-range missiles, artillery and ammunition, and thanked the EU for its support in the face of russian aggression.
Due to the intensification of rocket attacks on Kyiv by Russia and the threat of enemy sabotage groups entering the city, the Kyiv Defense Council decided to strengthen security measures, revise the rules for holding mass events and ensure the readiness of civil defense facilities.
The new law on mobilization and military training introduces basic military training at universities starting in 2025, conscript service lasting 5 months in peacetime and 3 months in wartime instead of regular service, mobilization from 25 to 60 years of age, and deferment of military service until the age of military service for citizens from 18 years of age.
The head of Ukraine's Main Intelligence Directorate, Kyrylo Budanov, believes that Telegram poses a threat to national security, as it can be used to influence people in the occupied territories and spread disinformation, and calls for the regulation of such platforms.
Ukraine is forced to engage intermediaries to purchase ammunition on the world market. However, due to the high competition for ammunition must be accepted as a "necessary element of the game".
The Ministry of Defense has announced the purchase of 3,000 DJI Mavic 3E and 1,000 DJI Mavic 3 Thermal UAVs through Prozorro, as part of a larger procurement of 20,000 drones for the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
The demobilization of conscripts will begin next week and will last until the end of May, MP Oleksiy Honcharenko said.
Why have the "hostile" voices against the DOT fallen silent.
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has created a new Logistics Planning Department to formulate long-term procurement plans for food, clothing, fuel and lubricants, and technical equipment for the army to minimize urgent purchases and improve quality and pricing.
The first meeting of the Coalition for Armored Vehicles for Ukraine, initiated by Poland and Germany, with the participation of the United Kingdom, Italy and Sweden, was held in Warsaw to strengthen the armored vehicle capacity in Ukraine through supply, repair, training and tactical development.
In 2022-2024, the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine filed more than 100 lawsuits against contractors for failing to fulfill contracts for the supply of weapons and ammunition due to critical need during a full-scale Russian invasion.
Additional fortifications are being built on the border with Belarus in the Zhytomyr region to strengthen the defense system with anti-tank ditches, minefields, and concrete structures.
Ukrainian intelligence operations at sea, including the liberation of Zmeinyi Island and the destruction of Russian ships, significantly reduced the number of Russian attacks from the sea and pushed the enemy fleet back, ensuring security not only for Ukraine but also for neighboring countries such as Moldova.
The formation of the National Guard of Ukraine began in 1991. In 1999, the National Guard became subordinate to the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine, but was completely disbanded the following year. The National Guard was revived in the spring of 2014
Ukrainian Defense Minister Umerov and Commander-in-Chief Syrsky met with a delegation from the European Parliament in Kyiv to discuss increased military aid, priority needs such as air defense systems and artillery, and continued training for Ukrainian troops. The EU reaffirmed its unwavering support for Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression.
Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion of Russia, Ukrainian air defense forces have shot down more than 2,000 Russian cruise and ballistic missiles, saving thousands of lives thanks to modern air defense systems. But more systems are still needed to protect civilians from Russian strikes.
British intelligence has analyzed the ability of the Russian Federation to form and equip two new armies consisting of 14 divisions and 16 brigades announced by Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu, but doubts their effectiveness due to limited training, outdated equipment and infrastructure problems.
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has introduced the practice of submitting declarations for medical practice through the unified portal of public services "Diia", which allows military units to obtain permits to provide medical care on the front line in a convenient and efficient way, eliminating the need for paperwork and human contact with officials.
Modern fortifications are being built in Odesa region, including trenches, dugouts, shelters for personnel and equipment in accordance with military planning and engineering standards, as well as more than 5,000 concrete pyramids set up as vehicle traps.
The Ukrainian Air Assault Forces have launched a website where anyone can apply for service and choose from ten different air assault brigades, inviting brave and determined individuals to join their highly mobile and well-trained force.
Delegates from NATO and Ukraine will meet in Luxembourg to discuss modernizing Ukraine's defense procurement process to make it faster, more sustainable and transparent, as part of NATO's Comprehensive Assistance Package to support Ukraine's security and reform efforts.
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has opened a new recruitment center in Poltava, where anyone can get professional advice, fill out an application form and be recruited to the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
An entrepreneur and a former director of a state-owned enterprise subordinated to the Ministry of Defense were found to have received a USD 600,000 bribe to influence the transfer of land rights for housing construction.
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine is establishing direct cooperation with Western arms manufacturers, such as Colt Canada Corporation, to supply small arms and meet the needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine under commercial contracts.
The Ministry of Defense is developing and testing multi-layer explosive-proof boots with Kevlar insoles to protect the feet of deminers and prevent serious leg injuries during demining missions.