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Operation Interflex is one of the key elements of practical military support for Ukraine from the United Kingdom and partner states. Since 2022, more than 62,000 Ukrainian service members have completed training under the program, and its funding has been extended until the end of 2026.
This was reported by the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine on January 23.
“Its goal is to quickly and systematically prepare Ukrainian soldiers for modern high-intensity warfare. Training takes place on UK territory with the participation of instructors from partner countries”, — the statement said.
It is noted that the program succeeded the British Orbital mission, which operated before the full-scale invasion and focused on long-term training. Interflex, in contrast, is adapted to wartime realities and the immediate needs of the front.
The operation is led by the UK Armed Forces, with instructors from more than ten partner countries, including Europe, North America, and Oceania.
“This format allows combining different combat experiences and NATO standards”, — the Ministry of Defense noted.
The basic Interflex course lasts several weeks and covers key battlefield skills:
- individual infantry training;
- small-unit tactics;
- weapons handling and live-fire training;
- engineering and mine safety;
- tactical medicine;
- urban combat and trench warfare.
The Ministry emphasized that the program is constantly updated based on combat experience and changes in enemy tactics.
“In terms of scale and volume, Interflex is one of the largest foreign military training missions implemented by the UK in recent decades. It is not only a training project, but an investment in Ukraine’s resilience, increased combat effectiveness, and the preservation of soldiers’ lives”, — the Ministry stressed.
