Volunteers will help shoot down drones. The Cabinet launches an experimental project.

The Cabinet of Ministers approved the initiative for volunteers to shoot down Russian drones. The Ministry of Defense decided that this would be beneficial for the country's air defense during the regime of martial law.

“The experimental project is aimed at strengthening the air defense of Ukraine by involving volunteers with relevant skills during the aggression”

Volunteer groups and training

Members of volunteer formations, individuals not subject to mobilization, as well as those who already have experience working with drones can join the volunteer groups. They will undergo training at national resistance centers.

Organizational aspects

Volunteers will be able to detect, accompany, and shoot down enemy aerial targets using various equipment and weapons, reporting to the Territorial Defense Forces. They will receive rewards for countering Russian aggression and may also receive equipment and weapons from the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

General context

Ukraine is preparing a new defense strategy and implementing an initiative to involve volunteers in the fight against Russian drones. This will be an effective step in strengthening the country's defense capabilities in the face of possible external aggression. Citizens are ready to help protect the country if needed.