Ukraine’s education minister army veteran status confirmed amid speculation
Source: Bukvy
Ukraine’s education minister actually served as a volunteer soldier before joining Denys Shmygal’s government.
Bukvy’s investigation puts to rest recent speculation on social media that the minister faked the photos. The investigation was based on verified testimony from active servicemen.
Svyatoslav Batov wrote: “My army comrade was Lisovyi’s commander in the 95th brigade. He confirms that Lisovyi fought and was assigned to the 95th Brigade – he came from the Territorial Defense Forces. There are photos and videos of fighting in various places, including Kreminna, Dolyna and Dovhenke.”
Another soldier, Vasyl Shamrai, said he had crossed paths with Major Lisovyi in April 2022. “He probably wasn’t officially listed in the 95th Brigade, but he was with us. I recognized him when he became a minister,” Shamrai said.
The issue of military records highlights the chaotic administration that plagued Ukraine at the start of the full-scale war. It was acutely felt by thousands of army volunteers like Lisovyi. Many families of fallen soldiers are still struggling to get recognition for their lost fathers and sons.
Five armored vehicles “Kozak” have received a new mission – thanks to the support of Metinvest, they have been upgraded to full-fledged command and staff vehicles. These upgraded vehicles are now operating on the front line.
A kamikaze drone flies directly toward an armored personnel carrier. But instead of penetrating the hull, it explodes on a steel screen. The crew survives. This is the new reality for Ukrainian forces, who have received enhanced protection thanks to the Metinvest project within “Steel Front of Rinat Akhmetov”.
To commemorate the third anniversary of the full-scale invasion, “Bukvy” has compiled data on the largest donors supporting the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Among them there are charitable foundations and businesses. The list includes, in particular, foundations that provide assistance exclusively from their own resources, without fundraising (such as SCM by Rinat Akhmetov, Epicenter, etc.).
In just 1.5 months, Ukrainian specialists have created an innovative protective shell for the control modules of anti-aircraft missile systems (AMS) Patriot and Iris-T SLM. This development was another step in strengthening Ukraine’s defense capabilities, aimed at protecting key elements of the air defense system from debris damage.
Military serviceman of the International Legion for the Defense of Ukraine with the call sign “Paradox” is the crew commander of the American M113 armored personnel carrier. He is a master at using it and is constantly improving, because the legionnaire’s skills are tested every day in battle. You have to drive to the front lines, often under artillery fire and drone attacks.