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“Taifun” Turns 2

On this anniversary, the unit’s command honors its fighters now serving as part of the 41st Unmanned Systems Regiment “Pilum” of First Corps Azov of the National Guard of Ukraine. The Taifun Special Purpose Battalion retains its name, leadership, and traditions, while continuing to build on its combat results at the front.

Особовий склад підрозділу «Тайфун» полку «Пілум» під час урочистого шикування до другої річниці створення підрозділу.

Нарукавні знаки підрозділу «Тайфун» під час урочистих заходів до другої річниці підрозділу.

Командування підрозділу «Тайфун» полку «Пілум» звертається до особового складу під час урочистих заходів.

Командування підрозділу «Тайфун» полку «Пілум» звертається до військовослужбовців під час урочистих заходів.

Військовослужбовець підрозділу «Тайфун» полку «Пілум» отримує відзнаку під час урочистого нагородження.

Fighters who prove their professionalism and effectiveness on and off the battlefield every day were honored with the unit’s highest awards — the battalion chevrons.

Where the best unite, results follow. Together, we will fight for the independence and freedom of our country.

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FAQ

Unlike the operational and tactical group model, a corps commander can exercise command and control over subordinate units.

The corps system enables more efficient management of combat forces at the operational-tactical level. It addresses the issue of fragmented command structures, strengthens unit cohesion, improves combat effectiveness, and ensures a unified chain of command — critical for conducting large-scale combat operations.

The First Corps Azov of the National Guard of Ukraine is responsible for key tasks related to both defensive and offensive operations in the frontline sector designated by the High Command, including:

Liberating the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine;
Destroying enemy personnel and equipment;
Increasing the combat effectiveness of National Guard units and advancing the profession of arms;
Implementing standards and exchanging experience.

The First Corps Azov of the National Guard of Ukraine is commanded by Brigadier General Denys “Redis” Prokopenko.

The following units operate as part of the corps:

1st Presidential Operational Brigade “Bureviy”;
8th Artillery Brigade “Harmash”;
12th Special Forces Brigade “Azov”;
14th Operational Brigade “Chervona Kalyna”;
15th Operational Brigade “Kara Dag”;
20th Operational Brigade “Lubart”;
41st Unmanned Systems Regiment “Pilum”.

Yes. Units within the corps continue recruiting volunteers. As Azov’s responsibilities and operational scope grow, its recruitment center network will serve the needs of all Corps units. Azov Brigade’s recruitment centers will now be joined by representatives from other brigades that make up the First Corps Azov of the National Guard of Ukraine.

The 12th Special Forces Brigade Azov serves as the foundation for the newly established First Corps Azov of the National Guard of Ukraine. However, the corps itself is led by a corps-level command group formed based on the officer cadre of the 12th Brigade.

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