Invaders four times violate ceasefire in JFO zone in Donbas on Sep 21
On September 21, Russian-led forces four times opened fire on the positions of Ukrainian military, including once using weapons proscribed by the Minsk agreements.
Defense
21 September 2021
Saber Junction 2021: Ukrainian paratroopers hold night training
Soldiers from the 81st Airmobile Brigade of the Ukrainian Air Assault Forces have conducted a comprehensive night training during Saber Junction 2021, a multinational exercise currently being held in Germany, the command of the Ukrainian Air Assault Forces has reported on Facebook.
Saber Junction 2021: Ukrainian paratroopers hold night training
Soldiers from the 81st Airmobile Brigade of the Ukrainian Air Assault Forces have conducted a comprehensive night training during Saber Junction 2021, a multinational exercise currently being held in Germany, the command of the Ukrainian Air Assault Forces has reported on Facebook.
Ukrainian, British defense officials discuss prospects for bilateral cooperation
Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces Valeriy Zaluzhny has met with British Defense Attaché in Ukraine, Commodore Tim Woods and invited him to the active phase of the Strategic Command and Staff Exercise Joint Endeavour 2021, the General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces has reported on Facebook.
President enacts NSDC decision to increase defense budget for 2022
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has enacted the National Security and Defense Council’s decision to increase the defense budget of Ukraine for 2022.
Five ceasefire violations recorded in JFO area over past day
Over the past day, September 20, five ceasefire violations were recorded in the Joint Forces Operation area in eastern Ukraine.
20 September 2021
Threat of full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine remains - Nayev
Russia's building up its military capabilities around Ukraine and holding offensive exercises shows that the threat of a full-scale invasion of Ukraine remains, Commander of the Joint Forces of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, Lieutenant General Serhiy Nayev has said.
Rapid Trident 2021: Drills launch, set to involve 6,000 servicemen from 15 countries
The Rapid Trident 2021 Ukrainian-American command and staff exercises involving troops kick off on Monday, September 20.
Day in Donbas warzone: 1 WIA amid 8 ceasefire violations by enemy forces
Over the past 24 hours, on September 19, Russian occupation forces breached the truce eight times, including twice with the use of weapons proscribed by the Minsk agreements.
18 September 2021
President approves Strategic Defense Bulletin of Ukraine
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky put into effect the decision of the National Security and Defense Council made on August 20, 2021, and approved the Strategic Defense Bulletin of Ukraine.
Seven ceasefire violations recorded in JFO area. Two soldiers wounded
Over the past day, September 17, seven ceasefire violations were recorded in the Joint Forces Operation area in eastern Ukraine.
17 September 2021
Ukrainian deputy defense minister meets with U.S. delegation
Ukrainian Deputy Defense Minister Oleksandr Nosov has met with a delegation of the U.S. Army Security Assistance Command led by Deputy to the Commanding General, Dr. Myra Gray, according to the Ukrainian ministry’s press service.
Number of ceasefire breaches in Sep up 30% against Aug - OSCE
Over the first two weeks of September, an average of 273 ceasefire violations was recorded daily, which is a 30% rise against August.
Donbas update: Ukraine reports eight ceasefire violations by enemy forces
Over the past 24 hours, on September 16, eight ceasefire violations were recorded in the Joint Forces Operation zone.
16 September 2021
Laputina: More than 19,000 female veterans in Ukraine
There are more than 19,000 women among over 400,000 war veterans in Ukraine.
FM Kuleba: Ukraine, United States discuss different options for strengthening missile defense
During the visit to Washington, the Ukrainian side discussed various options for purchasing or obtaining technology to strengthen air and missile defense.
OSCE delegates arrive at ‘Zolote’ entry-exit checkpoint due to escalation in eastern Ukraine
Following the escalation in the Joint Forces Operation area, the OSCE delegates met with representatives of the Ukrainian side of the Joint Centre for Control and Coordination (JCCC) on ceasefire and stabilization of the contact line in the area of “Zolote” entry-exit checkpoint in Luhansk region.
Ukraine at OSCE: Four Ukrainian soldiers killed, 36 wounded since start of September
Since the beginning of September, the Russian-occupation forces have carried out 85 armed provocations in eastern Ukraine, killing four Ukrainian soldiers and wounding 36 more.
Donbas update: Ukraine reports three truce breaches by enemy forces
Over the past 24 hours, on September 15, Ukraine military reported three ceasefire violations by enemy forces in the Joint Forces Operation zone.
15 September 2021
Defense spending projected at 5.95% of GDP in draft budget for 2022
Security and defense sector spending is projected at 5.95% of GDP in the state budget for 2022.
“Eyes” for Buk-M1 launchers: Ukraine Army gets new Phoenix-1 radar
At the order of Ukraine’s defense ministry, state-owned Iskra Research and Production Facility has developed an 80K6KS1 Phoenix-1 3D radar.
Military expert tells how NATO helping Ukraine strengthen its defense capabilities
Conducting military exercises is one of the ways to show Russia that countries are ready to repel Russian aggression if it expands.
OSCE: Militants deploy dozens of military equipment in eastern Ukraine
The militants deployed Grad multiple launch rocket systems, tanks, howitzers, and infantry fighting vehicles in the uncontrolled territories of Donetsk and Luhansk regions.
Russia blocking work of TCG’s humanitarian group – Harmash
Russia has blocked the talks within a humanitarian working group as part of the Trilateral Contact Group on Donbas settlement.
Four ceasefire violations recorded in JFO area
Over the past day, September 14, four ceasefire violations were recorded in the Joint Forces Operation area in eastern Ukraine.
14 September 2021
Occupation authorities tightening information isolation of non-gov’t controlled areas
The Russian occupational authorities are tightening information isolation and control of certain areas of Donetsk and Luhansk regions (ORDLO) ahead of the Russian State Duma elections.
Russian-backed forces wound Ukrainian service member near Pisky
Russian occupation forces fired on Joint Forces positions near the settlement of Pisky in Donetsk region on September 14, wounding one Ukrainian defender, Ukrainian Defense Ministry spokeswoman Yuliia Shevchenko has said.
EEAS delegation visits JFO area in eastern Ukraine
A delegation from the European External Action Service (EEAS) has visited the Joint Forces Operation area and discussed with the Ukrainian side possible assistance provided by the Europe Peace Foundation (EPF).
Production of Bayraktar UCAVs could be located in Ukraine
Minister of Defense of Ukraine Andriy Taran met with the representatives of the Baykar Makina and discussed the possibilities of locating the production of Turkish UСAVs in the territory of Ukraine.