#Military Reform

Ukraine plans to reform its Air Force to NATO standards by 2035, establishing universal air bases and wing-type units.

On October 4, Ukraine marks Territorial Defense Forces Day. Over the years of war, the TDF has evolved from volunteer battalions into a professional frontline military branch.

China has established new military academies focused on artificial intelligence, unmanned systems, and strengthening army discipline amid the global tech race.

US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has announced a 20% cut in general and admiral positions. The reform aims to optimize the Pentagon's structure and change training priorities.

The 225th Separate Assault Regiment has transferred to the operational subordination of the 7th Corps of the Air Assault Troops. A source from XAB.info clarifies: this concerns the coordination of tasks within the corps' sector, not incorporation into its permanent staff composition.

AFU Supreme Commander Mykhailo Drapatyi published the 'Leadership Principles' document with eight priorities for troop development. People, not equipment, are named the top value. A reform of the service, rotation, and discharge system is promised.

Defense Minister Khmar stated that the ministry's current team will be retained, with the digital transformation and cognitive warfare areas to be strengthened. On the question of Fedorov's return, no feedback has been received yet.

On August 19, 2026, the Verkhovna Rada Committee and the 'Servant of the People' faction supported the appointment of Yevhen Khmara as Minister of Defense of Ukraine, although experts note the risks of a lack of votes in the hall.

🚨 The team of the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Mykhailo Drapaty, has taken the Ombudsman's recommendations on mobilization reform into action. 🔹 Dmytro Lyubynets announced a "rapid response" to criticism. 🔹 The head of the TRSSC in Zakarpattia has been dismissed from office. 🔹 A major inspection has been sent to the region to investigate corruption and human rights violations. The Ombudsman believes that the new commander has a chance to radically improve the situation. #Ukraine #Mobilization #Drapaty #Lyubynets

🇺🇦 The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine is launching a military food reform: products will be checked before delivery, and procurement will move to a digital format. 🍲 Instead of raw products, military personnel will receive ready-made meals through the DOT-Chain Food system. 📉 Procurement and logistics will be separated for transparency. 🏭 The defense industry has received preferential leasing, and the "Obereg" register is being updated. 📅 Critical enterprises must confirm their status by August 10. #Ukraine #AFU #Reform #Defense

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has suspended the replenishment of assault regiments since July 26. Commander-in-Chief Mykhailo Drapatskyi initiated an audit to review the strategy of resource use and unit effectiveness. Instead of mass recruitment, the army is betting on technology and targeted motivation. ⚔️🇺🇦

The 'Skala' Regiment has halted recruitment: the AFU General Staff is conducting a personnel audit by order of the new Commander-in-Chief Drapatiy. 🇺🇦🛑 Personnel redistribution and an expansion of reconnaissance tasks are expected.

The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has expanded the list of positions for infantry-storming contracts. Now, commanders of UAVs and mortar units have joined the experiment. The changes concern companies and squads, but not artillery battalions. 🇺🇦🔫

Mikhail Fedorov admitted a mistake in army reform before his resignation: 'We did not talk to the people'. Zelenskyy fired the minister due to disagreements with the Armed Forces command, but this sparked protests and resignations among military personnel and deputies. 🇺🇦📉

Pete Hegseth announced the launch of an annual testosterone testing program for U.S. military personnel over 30. The goal of the initiative is to maintain psychological and physical combat readiness through voluntary replacement therapy. 🇺🇸💉