Zelenskyy creates new rapid reaction military force for Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has signed a decree to establish a new rapid reaction joint force, describing it as a modern assault component for the nation's army.

“

I signed a decree on the creation of a Joint Rapid Reaction Force. It should be a new component of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

"I signed a decree on the creation of a Joint Rapid Reaction Force. It should be a new component of the Armed Forces of Ukraine," Zelenskyy announced via Telegram. He explained that this force will integrate the combat capabilities of assault troops with drone technology, artillery, and other elements to ensure the fastest possible response on the front lines. The president emphasized its role as a "modern assault component."

Brigadier General Dmitro Voloshyn has been appointed to lead the development of this new military element, which will reportedly have a particular focus on technological advancements. In addition to the rapid reaction force, Zelenskyy also signed another decree to create a "special command" within the Armed Forces dedicated to long-range operations.

“

It should be a new component of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. It will combine the combat capabilities of assault troops with the unmanned element, the necessary component of artillery and other elements for the fastest response on the front. It should be a modern assault component.

This new command is intended to concentrate "100% of available resources" to significantly reduce Russia's war potential. Zelenskyy indicated that the commander of this long-range operations group will be an individual with "the greatest experience," though he did not disclose any names.

“

It must concentrate 100% of available resources to significantly reduce Russian war potential.