The United Kingdom Defence Ministry said on Friday that approximately 900 Ukrainian marines finished a six-month program during which they were trained by Royal Marines and Army Commandos to conduct small boat amphibious operations, including beach raids.
"This programme of training, delivered by elite British commandos, will support Ukraine to build its own distinct marine force and expand its capability to operate in a maritime environment," UK Defence Secretary Ben Wallace stated.
The ministry added the training included the use of Next Generation Light Anti-Tank Weapons (NLAW) and Stinger anti-aircraft missiles, the use of mortars and drones for reconnaissance, and explosive demolition of obstacles such as Dragon’s Teeth anti-vehicle fortifications.
