Ivashchenko inspected the GUR's positions on the front lines
Oleg Ivashchenko, Head of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine, visited the positions of Ukrainian special forces on the front lines, where he listened to reports from commanders and inspected the operations of units carrying out combat missions. During the visit, they also discussed the current situation on the front lines, the needs of the military, and upcoming operations.
Oleg Ivashchenko, Head of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine, visited GUR units operating on the front lines and carrying out combat and special missions. Together with the leadership of the Department of Active Operations, he listened to reports from commanders and visited command posts in their areas of responsibility.
During the trip, Ivashchenko spoke with soldiers from the Kraken, “Artan,” and “International Legion” units, which are part of the Department of Active Operations, and also visited the command post of the “Timur Special Forces Unit.” The military personnel reported on the situation in their sectors of the front, the forces and equipment being used by the Russian army, as well as changes and trends on the battlefield.
Separately, during the meetings, they discussed the units’ needs and the planning of future operations. The commanders emphasized that the situation on the front is constantly changing and requires quick decisions and technological upgrades.
Ivashchenko commended the GUR special forces for their results in combat missions and thanked them for their service. “The military intelligence special forces units participating in repelling Russian aggression demonstrate high professionalism, resilience, and resourcefulness. I express my respect and honor to the soldiers defending Ukraine. The technological component in our struggle is playing an increasingly important role. That is why we are equipping our units with the latest equipment to stay one step ahead, to be unpredictable, precise, and devastating to the enemy,” emphasized the head of the Main Intelligence Directorate.
The intelligence agency adds that they are currently placing special emphasis on technologies that help them act faster, more accurately, and more effectively. GUR units continue to carry out missions across various sectors of the front and adapt to changes in combat conditions. This was reported by the GUR on Facebook.
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