International Legion of Territorial Defense of Ukraine is a Ukrainian foreign legion formed on February 27, 2022, in response to Russian full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The force is divided into two separate branches, one is subordinated to Territorial Defense Forces (part of Ukrainian Ground Troops), while the other one is under the command of Ukrainian Main Intelligence Directorate.
Armed Forces of Ukraine
The following units are under the command of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
1st Battalion Vovkodav
Detachment Khamzat Gelaev
Ichkerian Special Purpose Battalion
Czech Legion
Main Intelligence Directorate
Units such as Kalinouski Regiment, Free Russia Legion and various international corps fall under the command of Ukrainian Main Intelligence Directorate – military unit A3449.
Ground Forces of Ukraine
Some units joined already existing Ukrainian units and are under their command.