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Ukraine forms new military groups 'Azov' and 'Center'

6 sourcesPublished 09/09/2026, 15:16 · Updated 10/09/2026, 12:10

Ukraine has established two new military groups for the defense of Donetsk Oblast, named 'Azov' and 'Center'. The groups will be led by Denys Prokopenko and Andriy Biletsky, respectively.

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Formation of the groups announced on September 9, 2026
The 'Azov' group will be led by Denys Prokopenko
The 'Center' group will be led by Andriy Biletsky
The groups will be responsible for the defense of Donetsk Oblast
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced the formation of the groups

Denys Prokopenko · Andriy Biletsky · Volodymyr Zelensky · Donetsk Oblast · Defense Forces

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