1st Minesweeper Division

Full name: 1st Mine Countermeasures Ship Division

Active:

2022 – Today

Garrison:

Odesa, Odesa Oblast

Size:

1500 - 5000 servicemen

Unit Role:

Surface Forces

About Unit

1st Minesweeper Division was established following Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Its primary mission is to clear Ukrainian waters of mines and ensure maritime safety. Foreign partners support the unit by providing mine countermeasure ships and boats.

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Unit Commander

Recent News

Current Structure

Here you can find the last known structure of the unit, including their insignia if available.

Unit Headquarters

It includes the headquarters, management and commandant platoon.

Former Units

Equipment

Here, you can view the complete list of the unit’s equipment. All images of the vehicles and weapons below are sourced from the official social pages.

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Ship

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This page was created on July 12, 2025, and last edited on July 12, 2025.

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