CinC Syrskyi: Eight military units lose right to conduct basic combat training independently
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi announced this on Facebook, according to Ukrinform.
“Attitude toward people is what fundamentally distinguishes us from the Russian aggressor. We value and protect our personnel, which is why high-quality training of service members remains one of our top priorities,” Syrskyi said.
According to the Commander-in-Chief, “it is precisely through professionalism, high-quality training, and asymmetric solutions that we maintain an advantage over an enemy with greater human resources.”
The Armed Forces of Ukraine continue to improve the BGMT program in line with the realities of the modern battlefield. In particular, the curriculum now includes practical training for group operations aimed at detecting and destroying small unmanned aerial systems, including quadcopters and FPV drones.
“At the same time, no matter how advanced a training program may be, the human factor remains decisive. Where commanders care about their subordinates, improve living conditions, develop training facilities, and where instructors guide recruits and maintain constant feedback, training quality is higher and cases of unauthorized abandonment of units are fewer,” Syrskyi emphasized.
He noted that during a working meeting he reviewed the results of inspections conducted in May at 72 military units authorized to carry out BGMT at their own facilities. Based on the findings, a number of management decisions were made, including several tough measures.
As a result, eight military units lost the right to conduct basic training independently. Certain brigades and regiments were tasked with reassessing their capabilities and improving both the conditions and content of recruit training.
“There are no untouchables. The quality of military training must meet uniform high standards. Therefore, we will continue improving the BGMT system, strengthening the adaptation of mobilized personnel in training centers and combat units, enhancing psychological training, and implementing additional measures to prevent unauthorized abandonment of service,” the Commander-in-Chief said.
Syrskyi added that he also reviewed proposals from representatives of various service branches and combat brigades on further improving training standards.
As reported by Ukrinform, the Ground Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine have introduced an updated basic military training program at six training centers.
