Ukrainian Brigade ‘Anne de Kiev’ Trains in France Ahead of Frontline Deployment
The Ukrainian brigade ‘Anne de Kiev’ has completed training in France and is set to join the front lines in Ukraine. Comprising 2,000 soldiers, this unit marks the first military brigade training for Ukraine conducted abroad. In joint exercises with French instructors, Ukrainian soldiers demonstrated rapid tactical coordination despite limited experience. Colonel Dmitro Riumshin expressed confidence in their readiness for combat, citing high-quality training provided by French forces. French Defense Minister Sébastien Lecornu announced plans to continue such military support, underlining France’s commitment to assisting Ukraine in its defense efforts.