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Files on Russia's invasion of Crimea destroyed – ex-chief of General Staff

Such an order was given from higher offices, claims the former general who himself is being accused of high treason for weakening Crimea defenses.

11:55, 10.11.2020

Turchynov tells how he bluffed Russian official amid Crimea annexation start

The move gave the Ukrainian military time to mobilize, equip its Army, and prepare forces and means to repel the Russian attack.

18:30, 10.03.2020

Ex-NSDC chief Turchynov comments on Putin's statement about "originally Russian territories" in Ukraine

Putin says Moscow is "looking into" the issue of "originally Russian territories" in the Black Sea littoral and eastern regions of Ukraine.

11:02, 20.12.2019

Inviting Russia to join G7 summit would mean support for aggression – Turchynov

The ex-NSDC secretary is urging world leaders to refrain from backing such a proposal.

21:10, 21.08.2019

President Poroshenko signs NSDC chief Turchynov's letter of resignation

Turchynov on May 17 submitted a letter of resignation as Poroshenko's presidency is expiring.

22:59, 19.05.2019

Secretary of Ukraine's Security and Defense Council Turchynov resigns (Document)

Turchynov was appointed Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine in December 2014.

18:55, 17.05.2019

Ukraine NSDC Secretary Turchynov reportedly set to step down – media

He plans to announce the decision on Friday, May 17, sources say.

15:05, 17.05.2019

Turchynov: All attempts to penetrate electoral bodies' cyberdefenses contained

Turchynov stressed the subjects of cyberdefense could "promptly identify, prevent and neutralize the real and potential cybernetic threats in the information and telecommunication systems of the Central Election Commission during the next parliamentary elections."

15:20, 16.05.2019

Turchynov greets infantry soldiers on professional day

Turchynov says Ukraine's foreign partners highly appreciate infantry soldiers' participation in international peacekeeping operations.

11:57, 06.05.2019

Turchynov: Putin’s decree on Russian passports in Donbas creates pretext for invasion

The NSDC secretary called the move a deliberate escalation of aggression and pressure on the leadership of Ukraine.

23:30, 24.04.2019

Russia's FSB, GRU should be recognized terrorist organizations: Ukraine NSDC secretary

Turchynov says Russia should be recognized as a state sponsoring terrorism.

12:20, 18.04.2019

Poroshenko tells Turchynov to convene NSDC meeting on Ukroboronprom reform

Government, parliamentary and public control over Ukraine's defense sector should be expanded, the president believes.

16:00, 04.03.2019

Turchynov: Ukraine conducts successful tests, live-fire exercises of missile systems

Also, according to Turchynov, manufacturers significantly raised reliability andreduced energy consumption, while the composition of operation and maintenance crews was reduced.

15:40, 22.02.2019

Turchynov names six major threats to Ukraine coming from Russia

If Russia fails to regain control over Ukraine by political means, Moscow could resort to large-scale military aggression, the official suggests.

16:40, 05.02.2019

Ukraine Navy vessels to try to pass through Kerch Strait with OSCE officials on board – Turchynov

If Ukraine stops and retreats, Russia will fulfill its task of seizing the Azov Sea, presenting to the rest of the world the new self-defined sea borders in the Black Sea, de facto legalizing the occupation of the Crimea, according to the NSDC secretary.

21:10, 19.12.2018

Martial law in Ukraine introduced from Nov 26, Turchynov clarifies

However, the bill has not yet been signed into law, therefore it has not entered into force.

13:40, 27.11.2018

Turchynov: If introduced, martial law could be lifted at any moment if situation normalizes

As for the legal consequences, the Constitution and legislation of Ukraine unequivocally give an answer to a question whether martial law suspends elections.

13:00, 26.11.2018

Russian troops undergo preparations along Ukraine borders: Ukraine's NSDC secretary

This is exactly why Ukraine needs martial law, according to Mr Turchynov.

12:00, 26.11.2018

Turchynov rules out any talks with "DPR/LPR"

There is the only way of implementing the Minsk agreements, he says, which is "the cessation of military aggression and the liberation of the Ukrainian territory from Russian occupation forces and Russian weapons."

16:20, 16.11.2018

Ukrainian Army gets over 3,500 units of weapons, military equipment in 2018 (Photo)

The Ukrainian military received another 70 units.

16:40, 15.11.2018

Ukraine in talks with Turkey on purchase of UAVs – Turchynov

Turchynov said Ukraine had already launched production of tactical UAVs of various modifications and specifications

15:40, 15.11.2018

Ukraine preparing "powerful package" of sanctions over sham elections in Donbas – Turchynov

Turchynov does not rule out that the sanctions list will include individuals from certain EU states, who "for provocative reasons pretended that they were observing fake illegal elections in the occupied territory."

13:00, 15.11.2018

Turchynov on "elections" in occupied Donbas: This crime to be punished

All leading nations will condemn the unlawful voting, Turchynov says.

16:13, 09.11.2018

Russia introduces new sanctions against Ukraine

The sanctions list includes 68 Ukrainian companies and 322 citizens, including a number of top officials.

10:40, 01.11.2018

Ukraine tests new mobile mortar complex (Photo, video)

The combat vehicle is equipped with an automated deployment and fire control system.

14:40, 31.10.2018

Ukraine Army getting new powerful MLRS (Photo)

The Vilkha was successfully tested in April and December 2017.

19:40, 21.10.2018

Turchynov, NATO PA President discuss strategy to counter Russia's aggression in Azov-Black Sea region

Jukneviciene emphasized Ukraine is always on the agenda of the NATO PA.

18:29, 16.10.2018

Ukrainian tanks, APCs successfully pass tests in Thailand - NSDC

The equipment has been accepted for service by the Thai army.

22:40, 10.10.2018

Turchynov: Ukraine to strengthen army's armored potential (Photos)

The military have received 16 T-64 and T-80 tanks, as well as five BTR-4 armored personnel carriers.

18:55, 03.10.2018

Turchynov notes dangers of Russia deploying new military units along Ukraine border

According to the official, this constitutes a serious threat for Ukraine.

16:40, 03.10.2018

Ukraine boosts military presence in Azov Sea: Turchynov threatens with response to any aggression

"Russians are actually trying to create a sea blockade of Ukrainian ports along the Azov coast," Turchynov stressed.

16:20, 03.10.2018

Ukraine tests new highly effective Ukrainian-made weapons, military equipment – Turchynov

New ammunition of Ukrainian production was also demonstrated and tested at the proving ground.

16:06, 21.09.2018

Turchynov: Russian Defense Ministry presents new fake story on MH17

Such fake stories are designed to cover up the real criminals.

18:55, 17.09.2018

Centaur: Ukraine's new assault landing boat showcased in Kyiv (Photo)

According to NSDC Secretary Oleksandr Turchynov, the craft is in no way inferior to other boats of the same type produced in other countries.

23:35, 14.09.2018

Defense budget 2019 to be over 5% of GDP - NSDC

One of the budget priorities for the next year on the president's instructions is a significant increase in the monetary allowance of Ukrainian troops.

09:40, 07.09.2018

Ukraine to allocate about US$7.2 bln for defense, security in 2019 – Turchynov

The priority areas of financing for the next year are the development and procurement of modern high-precision missile weapons, artillery armaments, armored vehicles, precision munitions, ammunition, and special chemistry.

22:15, 27.08.2018

Ukraine conducts test firing of new anti-ship cruise missile (Photo, video)

The test firing took place in Odesa region.

11:00, 18.08.2018

Ukraine's Turchynov: Russia considers Azov-Black Sea region important springboard for further expansion

"We are seeing Russia's efforts to unleash, in fact, a military-economic blockade of the Azov coast of Ukraine," Turchynov said.

11:20, 10.08.2018

Building light helicopters in Ukraine may solve transport problems – Turchynov

The official considers the use of brand-new domestic helicopters for the needs of both the security and civil sectors promising.

16:44, 03.08.2018

Ukraine NSDC secretary slams Donbas referendum idea

Turchynov is convinced that the idea of holding a referendum in the occupied territories is another provocation of the Russian Federation.

20:30, 31.07.2018

Turchynov proposes criminal liability for procurements in Russia

Ukrzaliznytsia's procurement office signed a contract with a branch of the Russian Railways for the supply of 96 copper-nickel "Honorary Railwayman" badges.

15:55, 31.07.2018

Turchynov hails successful tests of Ukraine's new weapons, ammo

The report says 152mm projectiles, as well as 60mm mines for new Ukrainian mortars have been tested.

14:40, 26.07.2018

Poroshenko lifts restrictions on arms imports for defense ministry

Exports of own defense products shall be allowed for all arms manufacturers without the mediation of state-owned specialized companies.

11:40, 27.06.2018

Ukraine mulls waiving ban on privatization of defense companies

At the moment, the Ukrainian legislation severely restricts the sale of state-owned enterprises of the country's defense industry.

09:20, 27.06.2018

Situation in Azov Sea may escalate amid expansion of Russia's military presence – Turchynov

Turchynov also reminded about the Russians' attempts to block ships moving to Ukrainian ports in the Azov Sea.

14:18, 18.06.2018

Ukraine's NSDC secretary Turchynov defies Putin's threats over Donbas

According to Turchynov, the Ukrainian military will respond to any threats adequately.

21:30, 07.06.2018

Russia changes tactics of war in Donbas – Turchynov

Two enemy army corps belonging to the 8th army are trying to block the advance of the Ukrainian troops.

12:32, 07.06.2018

Turchynov asks SBU to sanction Ukrainian broadcasters of "parade" in "DPR"

The NSDC Secretary says media outlets thus promote a terrorist organization.

21:50, 10.05.2018

Turchynov calls air strikes by U.S., UK, France in Syria professional, appropriate response

The official noted that Russia's aggressive statements and warnings failed to stop the just punishment for the Assad regime.

15:55, 14.04.2018

Ukraine's Turchynov: Kremlin was preparing to invade Kyiv in 2014

The NSDC secretary said that in early March 2014, there had been over 200,000 Russian troops amassed at Ukraine border.

23:30, 13.04.2018