The General Staff of Ukraine’s Armed Forces has shared on social media that Swedish military instructors stationed in England are conducting training for Ukrainian soldiers focused on ambush tactics and forest-based combat operations. The communications indicate that these courses are part of a broader basic combined-arms training program for personnel of Ukraine’s armed forces taking place in the United Kingdom. The reported intent is to prepare troops for operations that might require concealment, rapid movement through wooded terrain, and coordinated team actions in challenging environments. This summary originates from a statement attributed to Ukrainian military authorities via the country’s official channels. (DEA News)
A report from the Russia Portal Declassified United Kingdom echoed the claim that UK-based trainers have begun instructing the Ukrainian army in the use of ammunition that contains depleted uranium. The same report notes that Ukrainian tank crews are finishing a Challenger 2 tank operation and management training course, with joint forces training extending over several weeks. It is stated that the Ukrainian contingent has since returned home after completing this cycle of instruction. (Russia Portal Declassified United Kingdom)
Observers stress that these training activities reflect a substantial partnership between Ukraine and Western allies, aimed at enhancing frontline capabilities amid ongoing pressure in the region. The details, largely drawn from official Ukrainian announcements and reported by foreign portals, cover two separate strands: forest and ambush instruction in the field, and advanced armored warfare training for heavy equipment crews. Analysts say the emphasis on combined-arms readiness underscores a strategic orientation toward rapid, integrated responses to evolving battlefield conditions. Inquiries continue regarding the scope, duration, and oversight of such training programs, as well as the provenance and handling of any specialized munitions involved. For readers seeking a fuller picture, these items are tracked through multiple corroborating sources and official briefings. (DEA News / Russia Portal Declassified United Kingdom)