Defense Post
February 17, 2023

Australia Training Ukrainian Recruits’ Tactical, Survivability Skills in the UK

The Australian Army is conducting tactical and survivability training for Ukrainian Armed Forces recruits in southern England.

The exercise was launched as part of Operation Kudu, an Australian defense initiative to upskill Ukrainian warfighters….

Led by the Royal Australian Regiment 5th Battalion, the infantry training focuses on section attacks, patrolling, and ambush techniques.

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“This training will instil the will to fight and provide the combat skills required to push through the fight….”

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“I have learned a lot. How to move in a group. How to help. If many soldiers are trained according to NATO standards, it will help us all in combat,” a Ukrainian soldier stated.