3rd Assault Company
Kraken 3rd Assault Company is the third linear assault company in the Kraken Special Unit. It was formed between 2022 and 2023 and has engaged in many operations, particularly in the Chasiv Yar and Luhansk directions.
Thunderstorm Group
The “Thunderstorm” reconnaissance unit of the company. It primarily serves as a reconnaissance and intelligence-gathering unit utilising drones for operations.
Khorunzha Service
Khorunzha Service is a symbolic and ceremonial unit within 12th Special Purpose Brigade “Azov”. Its primary mission is to uphold the brigade’s traditions, ensuring the preservation of its history, colors, and standards. The service organizes and leads ceremonial events and parades and honors fallen soldiers. It also plays a role in maintaining morale and ideological…
Medical Service
Medical Service is a linear unit within the 12th Special Purpose Brigade “Azov”. It is responsible for battlefield medical care, evacuation, and treatment of wounded personnel. The service also handles preventative medicine and medical supply management. The psychological aspect of soldiers is managed by the Psychological Service of the brigade.
CBRN Protection Company
CBRN Protection Company is responsible for protecting servicemen of the 12th Special Purpose Brigade “Azov” from chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear threats. The company conducts decontamination operations, provides specialized protection equipment, and performs detection and identification of hazardous substances.
Anti-Aircraft Missile Artillery Battalion
Anti-Aircraft Missile and Artillery Division is a linear unit of the Azov Brigade. The unit specializes in air defense and is tasked with protecting brigade assets and positions from aerial threats, including drones, helicopters, missiles, and more.










