Ukrainian Ground Forces

On July 4, Ukraine conducted a prisoner exchange, bringing back military personnel, including those from Mariupol, and civilians, most of whom had been in captivity since 2022. Among those released are seriously wounded, seriously ill, and those under 25 years old.

On June 30, a Russian UAV damaged the building of one of the district territorial centers for recruitment and social support in Kryvyi Rih. This was reported by the Land Forces of Ukraine.

The Russian army on June 22 attacked a temporary training ground of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the Kherson region with an "Iskander-M" missile, according to the spokesman of the Ground Forces. As a result of the attack, there are dead and wounded servicemen.

Today, June 20, Ukraine conducted a prisoner exchange, bringing home servicemen who have severe injuries or serious health problems, among them defenders of Mariupol. The oldest released is 60 years old, and all of them will receive necessary medical assistance and rehabilitation.

Severely wounded and sick Ukrainian defenders, including the defenders of Mariupol, have been released from Russian captivity. They will receive medical assistance, rehabilitation, and payments.

A group of soldiers with amputations, vision problems and other serious health problems have been returned to Ukraine. They will be provided with all the necessary medical assistance and rehabilitation.

Ukraine has returned its defenders from Russian captivity. Among those released are defenders of Mariupol, the wounded, and those who are not yet 25 years old.

Riots broke out at a gathering point for mobilized persons in Kyiv. Law enforcement officers arrived to stabilize the situation, and citizens were sent to training centers.

Lieutenant General Drapatiy submitted a resignation report from the position of Commander of the Land Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine after the death of 12 soldiers at the 239th training ground. He took responsibility for the tragedy.

The Ground Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed the missile strike by the Russian army on June 1 on a training unit in the Dnipropetrovsk region. There are dead and wounded, OK "Zapad" is notifying relatives.

On June 1, the enemy launched a missile strike on the location of the Ground Forces training unit. 12 soldiers were killed, more than 60 were injured, and an investigation is underway.

The Command of the Ground Forces has cancelled the order to conscript Deputy Prosecutor Natalia Maksymenko, who is a person involved in a corruption case, due to violations of the mobilization procedure. Control over conscription will be strengthened.

In Kyiv, farewell was bid to TV presenter and serviceman Maksym Nelipa. He died in the Dnipropetrovsk region. The Hero will be buried at the Baikove Cemetery.

The French President announced the readiness of a new package of sanctions against the Russian Federation in case of refusal to fully cease fire. A contingent is also being prepared to support the Ukrainian army.

The SBU detained a "double" agent of the Russian Federation who worked for the FSB and the GRU. He was preparing terrorist attacks against commanders of the Armed Forces of Ukraine at the Yavoriv training ground, for which he faces life imprisonment.

France is initiating the creation of "assurance forces" to support Ukraine, which will be stationed in strategic areas. Not all countries have expressed a desire to join the initiative.

Two wanted men attacked a TCC officer in Khmelnytskyi, causing him bodily harm. The attackers have been detained and face up to 5 years in prison.

The Ministry of Defense is launching the “Drone Line” project for five elite regiments and brigades. The project will create a strike zone of up to 15 km and provide constant air support for infantry.

Brigadier General Hennadiy Shapovalov is leaving the post of Commander of the Southern Military Command. By the President's decision, he will coordinate security assistance to Ukraine in Wiesbaden.

The National Police has put more than 500,000 men liable for military service on the wanted list since the start of the full-scale invasion. Law enforcement agencies are deploying investigators and task forces to search for people who are avoiding mobilization.

The Ministry of Defense has prepared a draft law on clear terms of military service, but its submission has been postponed. The reason is the lack of sufficient reserves to replace soldiers at the front.

The Ground Forces explained the procedure for reserving military personnel and the reasons for possible mobilization. They reminded that reservations made not through "Diia" require additional notification to the TsK.

The Deputy Minister of Defense stated that it is illegal to demand a paper military ID when there is an electronic one in the “Reserve+”. An electronic document with a QR code is equated to a paper document by a Cabinet of Ministers resolution.

During a document check in Kyiv region, a car passenger hit a Municipal Guard officer and tried to escape. In response, the guard used a traumatic weapon, and the fugitive fled.

Territorial recruitment centers employ 36,000 people out of 48,000 staff positions. 18.5 thousand employees have the status of limited fitness, many of whom acquired this status at the front.

The Land Forces Command warns against spreading false information about mobilization. Criminal cases may be opened against bloggers and media for fakes and manipulations.

A recruitment center has been opened in Lutsk, where civilian recruiters help people choose a position in the army. More than 10,000 vacancies are available, including lawyers, accountants, UAV operators, and other specialists.

The Ukrainian veterans' team won 188 medals at the Strong Spirit's Games in Madrid. The Ukrainians competed with teams from the United States, Estonia, Ireland, and the Netherlands in 5 disciplines.

The Defense Ministry reported 804 applications to army recruitment centers over the past week. A total of 20,954 citizens applied to the centers, of which 5,230 became candidates for the Defense Forces.

In the Liman sector, Ukrainian troops suffer losses in equipment and personnel. The enemy conducts constant shelling and assault operations, using infantry groups, artillery and drones.