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Wrote out "illnesses" and sold escape: border guards exposed a злоумышленника who organized a scheme of smuggling abroad

In Kyiv region, the organizer of the scheme of illegal border crossing was detained. He sold certificates for $1000 and organized transportation to Moldova for $7000. The злоумышленнику faces up to 9 years of imprisonment.

Crimes and emergencies • May 16, 08:38 PM • 4888 views

"Lady Gaga in danger? No problem": Border guards rescued a rare bird

Ukrainian border guards rescued a rare bird – a white-throated loon, which was hit by car headlights. The bird was carefully lifted, checked, taken to a body of water and released.

Society • May 15, 03:49 PM • 3085 views

A strike of Polish carriers has begun at the "Dorohusk – Yahodyn" checkpoint: truck traffic has been suspended

Polish protesters have restricted the movement of trucks at the "Dorohusk – Yahodyn" checkpoint, allowing only one vehicle per hour in both directions. The demand is the return of permits for Ukrainian carriers.

Economy • May 12, 01:42 PM • 2490 views

8 thousand dollars for "freedom": another scheme of illegal border crossing exposed in the South

A joint operation by the SBU and the SBGS exposed a criminal group that organized the illegal departure of men of conscription age abroad. The route ran through Moldova, and the fee was from 8 thousand dollars.

Crimes and emergencies • May 10, 02:36 AM • 13552 views

In Khmelnytskyi, the vice-rector of the military academy was detained for forcing subordinates to build him a house

In Khmelnytskyi, the vice-rector of the military academy was detained for forcing subordinates to build his private house. He systematically involved employees in the construction instead of their official duties.

Crimes and emergencies • May 9, 12:02 PM • 3471 views

Three officers and 202 soldiers and sergeants: Coordination headquarters on prisoner exchange

Ukrainian servicemen who defended Ukraine in various directions, including Mariupol, have been released. This is the 64th exchange, with a total of 4,757 citizens released.

War • May 6, 12:56 PM • 10535 views

Half-million dollar scheme: in Zakarpattia region, dealers who massively transferred conscripts abroad were exposed

In the Zakarpattia region, a criminal group of 6 people who were transferring evaders abroad was detained. Among those detained are employees of the State Border Guard Service.

War • May 6, 08:25 AM • 10631 views

Occupiers may try to regroup in the Kharkiv direction, but have problems with equipment - military

Russian troops are trying to regroup in the Kharkiv direction, but have significant difficulties with equipment and ammunition. Their attempts to advance are likely to be unsuccessful.

War • May 5, 07:57 AM • 14141 views

Russian forces are testing a new tactic in Donetsk region: what is known

Russian troops began using motorcycle columns and ground drones in the Donetsk region. DPSU destroyed a column, two robotic complexes, a tank and a group of motorcyclists.

War • May 2, 12:28 PM • 6905 views

Traffic will be restricted at the "Korchowa - Krakovets" border crossing with Poland: what is known

Road works will be carried out at the "Korchowa – Krakovets" border crossing from May 8 to mid-June 2025. Temporary reduction of capacity is possible.

Society • May 1, 12:33 PM • 9183 views

On the Day of the Border Guard of Ukraine, Zelenskyy awarded state awards to the soldiers of the SBGS

The President of Ukraine awarded state awards to the soldiers of the SBGS, thanking them for their resilience and courage. He noted their work at the front and the effectiveness of the units.

Society • April 30, 07:52 PM • 5153 views

In Volyn, a man was detained who tried to smuggle cigarettes to Poland by drone

Border guards detained a resident of Volyn who tried to smuggle 360 packs of cigarettes to Poland by drone. He was detained while trying to escape, the investigation is ongoing.

Society • April 28, 10:08 PM • 3256 views

Demchenko on the situation in the Sumy direction: difficult, the enemy sometimes tries to break through on ATVs

The situation in the Sumy direction remains difficult, especially near Basivka and Zhuravka. The Russians are using small assault groups and trying to break through on ATVs.

War • April 27, 08:45 AM • 5971 views

Counterfeit for 3.6 million: a large-scale scheme of illegal trafficking of excisable goods was exposed in Sumy region

A group of 6 people involved in the production and sale of counterfeit tobacco products was exposed in Sumy. Goods worth UAH 3.6 million were seized.

Crimes and emergencies • April 25, 11:10 PM • 12443 views

Ukrainians were warned about possible delays at the "Shehyni" checkpoint on the border with Poland

Repair work has begun at the "Medyka - Shehyni" checkpoint on the Polish-Ukrainian border, which may slow down the processing of transport, especially trucks, until mid-July. Repair works are also underway on the Ukrainian side.

Society • April 24, 10:32 AM • 5284 views

Border guards warned about exit restrictions at the "Shehyni" checkpoint: what is the reason

From 10:00 on April 22, 2025, repair work will begin at the Shehyni checkpoint in the Lviv region, which will restrict the exit of passenger cars from Ukraine. Due to the closure of the exit lane, the restrictions will last approximately until May 10; they recommend choosing alternative checkpoints.

Society • April 21, 06:05 PM • 10738 views

On Easter, passenger traffic across the border decreased - State Border Guard Service spokesman

On Easter, passenger traffic across the border of Ukraine decreased to about 8 thousand people after a significant increase to over 100 thousand per day before the holiday. Border guards predict a new increase in movement starting today.

Society • April 21, 09:45 AM • 3086 views

Ceasefire by the Russian Federation on the border in three regions and positions held by border guards was not observed - Demchenko

State Border Guard Service spokesman Andriy Demchenko said that Russia did not adhere to the "Easter truce". Shelling and attacks on border guards continued on the border in Sumy, Chernihiv, and Kharkiv regions.

War • April 21, 09:31 AM • 4510 views

Military on the situation in the Vovchansk direction: Russia returned armored vehicles to its assaults

In the Vovchansk direction, the occupiers resumed the use of armored vehicles, including MT-LBs, in their assaults. According to the military, the enemy is combining mechanized groups with motorcyclists to break through the defense despite significant losses.

War • April 21, 08:38 AM • 4093 views

Russia staged a provocation in Donetsk to blame Kyiv for violating the 'Easter truce' - CCD under the NSDC

Russia staged a provocation in Donetsk with the aim of accusing Ukraine of violating the "Easter truce". In reality, however, the Kremlin itself does not adhere to it, having carried out hundreds of shellings and dozens of assaults in the first hours.

War • April 20, 12:48 PM • 4289 views

No dynamics towards an increase in illegal border crossing attempts are recorded – Demchenko

DPSU spokesman Andriy Demchenko reported that most attempts of illegal border crossing occur outside border crossing points, but no increase in their number is recorded. Most such attempts are at the borders with Romania and Moldova.

Society • April 20, 12:02 PM • 3913 views

State Border Guard Service on Putin's statements regarding the "truce": a farce, because they do not observe it

Russia announced an "Easter truce" but does not observe it. Russian troops continue shelling the positions of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in Sumy Oblast, Kharkiv Oblast, and Donbas.

War • April 20, 11:32 AM • 4180 views

The Holy Fire arrived in Ukraine from Warsaw: it was met in Volyn

On Easter night, April 20, in Ustyluh, Volyn, border guards met the Holy Fire. The shrine arrived from Warsaw and is heading further through Ukraine.

Society • April 20, 06:46 AM • 54864 views

"Married" for UAH 50,000: Another sham marriage exposed at the border

Border guards in Mohyliv-Podilskyi exposed a sham marriage between a 35-year-old man and a 43-year-old woman for illegal departure. The couple did not know elementary facts about each other; the woman admitted that she received UAH 50,000 for helping evade mobilization.

Crimes and emergencies • April 19, 10:18 PM • 12082 views

We were really waiting for you: the ombudsman shared details of the pre-Easter prisoner exchange and showed a video

As a result of the 63rd exchange and actions outside of it, 277 Ukrainians have been returned: 246 soldiers were exchanged, 31 were released separately. These are defenders from different directions who will now meet Easter at home.

War • April 19, 03:55 PM • 4228 views

Another 277 soldiers returned home from Russian captivity - Zelenskyy

President Zelenskyy announced the return of 277 Ukrainian soldiers from Russian captivity. Among those released are servicemen of the Armed Forces, the National Guard, the State Special Transport Service, and border guards who defended various fronts.

War • April 19, 03:10 PM • 72701 views

Soldiers of the border brigade ‘Gart’ in Kharkivshchyna neutralised about 20 invaders with Russian equipment

Border guards of the "Hart" brigade launched a series of strikes on Russian positions. A fuel and lubricant depot, engineering equipment were destroyed and 18 occupiers were eliminated.

War • April 18, 04:18 PM • 9810 views

Extreme border crossing: man tried to illegally leave Ukraine in an oil tank

In Bukovyna, a man was detained while trying to cross the border with Moldova, hiding in the oil tank of a truck. He was detained at the Mamalyga checkpoint.

Crimes and emergencies • April 18, 03:18 PM • 10872 views

Oleksiy Kharchenko appointed head of Luhansk Regional State Administration

On April 17, 2024, the President of Ukraine appointed Oleksiy Kharchenko as the head of the Luhansk Regional State Administration. Prior to this, he headed the Sievierodonetsk MVA.

Politics • April 17, 08:37 PM • 3758 views

In Bukovina, a law enforcement officer will be tried for taking draft evaders for 20,000 euros

In the Chernivtsi region, a law enforcement officer will be tried for transporting draft evaders to Romania for 20,000 euros. He was detained while transporting one of the draft evaders in the trunk of a car.

Crimes and emergencies • April 16, 01:30 PM • 4732 views

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Prisoner exchange under the formula "1000 for 1000" may take place as early as next week - Budanov

Political scientist on presidential elections in Poland: they will affect Ukraine, and not in the most positive way

Meeting in Istanbul: How European leaders reacted to the results of negotiations between Ukraine and Russia

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Pope Leo's first speech after his enthronement: the main messages concerned love, peace and unity

Exchange of 1000 for 1000 people: "we are working to ensure that our people return home as soon as possible" - Umerov

First meeting after public dispute: Zelenskyy shakes hands with Pence

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