Honor and Law

THE SPECIFICS OF ENSURING UKRAINE'S INTERNAL SECURITY UNDER MARTIAL LAW

Yurii Babkov, Oleksandr Bondarenko — Fri, 20 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0200

The article identifies the specific features of ensuring Ukraine's internal security under martial law. Based on an analysis of existing approaches to defining the concept of "internal security," a framework for distinguishing national security into external and internal components is proposed. The key actors responsible for ensuring human and citizen security, as well as public, state, and military security, are highlighted. These include central executive authorities, military formations, state and specialized law enforcement agencies, and intelligence bodies of Ukraine. The most significant factors influencing the current military-political and socio-political environment on the process of ensuring internal security in Ukraine are outlined. Key directions for improving this process under the challenging conditions of war are formulated.

PROBLEMS OF FORMING PSYCHOLOGICAL READINESS OF MILITARY PERSONNEL OF THE NATIONAL GUARD OF UKRAINE FOR POSSIBLE CAPTIVITY

Bielai Serhii , Oleksandr Kernytskyi, Yaroslav Zinkov — Fri, 20 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0200

This article summarizes theoretical and empirical materials on the specificity of forming the psychological readiness of servicemen to stay in conditions of forced isolation (captivity). The need to organise special psychological training for the servicemen concerning possible captivity is substantiated by the fact that the acquired knowledge and skills can help to save lives in situations of captivity and return from it.

It is noted that one of the main goals of psychological training for a captivity situation is to train the military personnel of the National Guard of Ukraine to exercise self-control and self-regulation under strong psychological pressure, to learn to control behaviour in extreme conditions, etc. The authors describe the main methods used by prison guards during interrogations to break the will of prisoners, achieve their complete obedience, and change their ideals and values. Specifying the approaches to the organisation of professional and psychological training of the military personnel of the National Guard of Ukraine, the experience of the anti-terrorist operation and the Joint Forces Operation, and the repulsion of the Russian Federation's attack on Ukraine have made it possible to generalise the approaches to the training for situations of forced isolation (captivity) and to formulate key recommendations.

THE INFLUENCE OF THE IMPACTING ELEMENT MATERIAL HARDNESS OF A NON-LETHAL KINETIC WEAPON ON THE DEPTH OF PENETRATION IN THE MUSCLE TISSUES OF THE BODY

Oleksandr Bilenko, Volodymyr Marchenko — Fri, 20 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0200

The impact of the hardness of the striking element of a non-lethal kinetic weapon on the depth of its penetration into the muscle tissues of the body was studied. The empirical dependence of the depth of penetration into the target of the striking element on its hardness and speed of encounter with the target for non-lethal kinetic weapons was obtained. The specified dependence makes it possible to predict the depth of penetration into the target of the striking element and to assess the safety of non-lethal kinetic weapons for the object of its application.

DEFINITION AND FORMATION OF A SET OF INDICATORS AND CRITERIA FOR ASSESSING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE USE OF BATTALION TASK FORCES OF THE NATIONAL GUARD OF UKRAINE FOR PARTICIPATION IN STABILIZATION ACTIONS

Vitalii Butuzov, Ihor Luhovskyi — Fri, 20 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0200

Proposed a set of indicators and criteria for assessing the effectiveness of the use of battalion task forces of the National Guard of Ukraine for participation in stabilization actions, which meets the goals and objectives of their implementation. A list of requirements has been determined that these elements of the system for assessing the use of the guard formations must meet. Was further developed the well-known approach to the formation of indicators and criteria for assessing the effectiveness of the use of troops (forces). The corresponding sequence of steps is provided in the form of a methodology for forming indicators and criteria for the effectiveness of the use of battalion task forces of the National Guard of Ukraine for participation in stabilization actions.

APPROACH TO DETERMINING PRIORITY FORMS OF INTERACTION BETWEEN THE NATIONAL GUARD OF UKRAINE AND SECURITY AND DEFENSE FORCES IN A STABILIZATION OPERATION

Serhii Hodlevskyi , Vitalii Danko — Fri, 20 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0200

Taking into account the experience of conducting stabilization actions (operations) both on the territory of Ukraine and in other countries, as well as the requirements of current domestic regulatory documents, an approach has been proposed to determine the priority forms of interaction between the National Guard of Ukraine and security and defense forces in a stabilization operation. An example of the use of the developed approach is provided, and a variant of the priority forms of organizing interaction at the operational level is determined.

The proposed approach allows for a comprehensive solution to the tasks of determining the priority forms of interaction at various levels of command. It takes into account the results of a SWOT analysis, the decomposition of tasks related to conducting a stabilization operation, as well as the specific characteristics of the interacting entities, considering their administrative-legal status, capabilities, and nature of activities.

CONCEPTUAL APPROACH TO DEFINING DIRECTIONS FOR MINIMIZING THE AGGRESSIVE INFLUENCE OF THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION ON UKRAINE'S ENERGY CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE OBJECTS

Andrii Kovalchuk — Fri, 20 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0200

The problem of the lack of a systematic approach to assessing the threats and consequences of attacks on Ukraine's critical infrastructure is investigated. A new methodological approach to evaluating aggressive influence on critical infrastructure objects is proposed in the form of a generalized verbal model of the response of critical infrastructure systems to aggression on the example of energy objects. Two trends for minimizing the effects of aggressive influence on the critical infrastructure system are considered: adaptation of the system to the conditions of aggression and active influence on the means of aggression (direct fire impact). The proposals for overcoming the energy crisis are presented and the necessity of a comprehensive approach to ensuring the resilience of critical infrastructure is substantiated.

PROPAGANDA AS A FACTOR INFLUENCING THE FORMATION OF MILITARY PERSONNEL'S MASS AND COLLECTIVE CONSCIOUSNESS

Iryna Lysychkina, Olha Lysychkina — Fri, 20 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0200

The role of propaganda in shaping military personnel's mass and collective consciousness has been researched. The concept of propaganda has been examined, and main differences have been defined in the impact of propaganda on mass and collective consciousness. The specificity of propagandistic influence in the military environment and the methods of "friendly" and "enemy" propaganda have been analysed, the methods of "friendly" propaganda aiming at boosting the morale of military personnel, and "enemy" propaganda aiming at destabilization and demoralization. The authors emphasize the importance of critical thinking as a key factor in forming military personnel's resistance to propaganda. The article proposes a comprehensive approach to countering "enemy" propaganda. It highlights the necessity of adhering to ethical principles when using propaganda, especially in democratic societies, and the importance of balancing between supporting morale and the right to objective information.

THE ESSENCE OF TRAINING PERSONNEL FOR SPECIAL PURPOSE STATE BODIES AND MILITARY UNITS WITH LAW ENFORCEMENT FUNCTIONS IN THE FIELD OF STATE SECURITY

Vitalii Lukianenko — Fri, 20 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0200

The practical component of training personnel for special purpose state bodies and military units with law enforcement functions in the field of state security is considered. Practical training focuses on conducting simulations, training exercises, as well as participating in real combat operations that provide the necessary knowledge and skills for the effective performance of service-combat tasks. The interdependence between training effectiveness and personnel's ability to respond to contemporary challenges in the field of state security is revealed. Special attention is paid to the development of conspiracy skill, camouflage, as well as specialized application of technical means.

The mpact of modern technology on personnel training is analyzed. It is determined that the active use of surveillance systems, unmanned aerial vehicles, electronic warfare tools and cryptographic devices significantly increases training effectiveness and personnel readiness for handling complex tasks in the field of state security.

The necessity of comprehensive personnel training, which includes both theoretical and practical components, is substantiated, with a special focus on developing moral and ethical qualities, psychological resilience, analytical thinking, and the ability to make informed decisions under stress. Ultimately, this enables specialists to effectively perform their duties and respond to the constantly growing threats to state security.

INFLUENCE OF PECULIARITIES OF REFLEXIVITY OF THE MANAGER'S PERSONALITY ON THE FORMATION OF COMPETENCE IN MAKING OPTIMAL MANAGERIAL DECISIONS

Iryna Pavelko , Volodymyr Motornyi — Fri, 20 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0200

On the basis of theoretical and experimental studies, the article presents the results of studying the relationship between the formation of competence in making optimal managerial decisions and the properties of reflexivity in cadets of the faculty of training specialists of the Military Intelligence and Special Operations Forces. The information provided reveals the requirements for graduates of higher military educational institutions, the level of formation of these competences, directions for further research and ways of their development. It is shown that the formation of competence in making optimal managerial decisions in cadets occurs during the study of disciplines of the military-professional cycle. It is proposed to supplement the process of training cadets with psychological and pedagogical programmes for the development of these competences.

CURRENT MAINTENANCE ISSUES AND REPAIR OF TECHNICAL MEANS OF THE REAR SERVICES OF THE MILITARY UNITS OF THE NATIONAL GUARD OF UKRAINE DURING THE PERFORMANCE OF ASSIGNED TASKS IN THE FIELD OF STATE SECURITY

Serhii Pavlenko, Oleh Smahin — Fri, 20 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0200

The main aspects of the emergence of topical issues of maintenance and repair of technical means of the rear services of the military units of the National Guard of Ukraine during the performance of assigned tasks are disclosed. The functions of the National Guard of Ukraine are analyzed: which highlight and emphasize the specifics of the tasks performed in relation to the Armed Forces of Ukraine, other military and law enforcement formations; which demonstrate the similarity of the functions of the National Guard of Ukraine, which are inherent in the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The topical issues of maintenance and repair of technical means of the rear services of the military units of the National Guard of Ukraine during the performance of assigned tasks in the field of state security are summarized.

PSYCHOLOGICAL CONDITIONS FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE LEADERSHIP ROLE OF A MILITARY LEADER

Volodymyr Pasichnyk, Oleksandr Savchuk , Olha Yesipova — Fri, 20 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0200

The relevance of conducting a study on this topic is revealed. The methods used in the study are presented. The results of the scientific and theoretical substantiation of the psychological conditions for the implementation of the leadership role of a military leader are presented.

In accordance with the author's position, seven main psychological conditions for the implementation of the leadership role of a military leader are identified, their characteristics and features of implementation are given.

The possibility of applying the results of the study is outlined.

THE IMPACT OF THE WEIGHT OF THE EMPLOYEE'S COMBAT EQUIPMENT SECURITY FORCES ON ITS MANOEUVRABILITY

Viktor Pashchenko, Oleksandr Bilenko — Fri, 20 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0200

The article investigates the influence of the weight of combat equipment of a security officer on his/her manoeuvrability. It has been established that an increase in the weight of combat equipment negatively affects the time of performance of tactical actions by a security officer, which are associated with the need for manoeuvring and rapid movement in space. The dependencies of the time of performance of some tactical actions by a security officer on the weight of combat equipment are obtained. The obtained results allow rationally determining the quantitative indicators of tasks related to the need for manoeuvring and rapid movement in space, and can also be used to optimise the distribution of physical activity to individual security forces personnel of one unit in order to increase the efficiency of the unit's performance of its tasks as a whole.

METHODOLOGY FOR DETERMINING THE COMPLEX INDICATOR OF THE TRAINING OF AN ANTI-AIRCRAFT GUNNER

Petro Pistriak, Stanislav Kadubenko, Yevhen Lysenko — Fri, 20 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0200

A methodology for calculating a comprehensive indicator of the preparedness of anti-aircraft gunners is proposed, which considers the significant factors influencing the effectiveness of the actions of an anti-aircraft gunner during the combat use of portable anti-aircraft missile systems.

"PROACTIVE COPING QUESTIONNAIRE": MODIFICATION, APPROBATION, PSYCHOMETRIC INDICATORS

Ihor Prykhodko, Yanina Matsehora, Maksym Baida — Fri, 20 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0200

Modern approaches to coping justify the perspective of using the phenomena of preventiveness and proactivity, which are focused on the prevention of negative impacts on the personality. Proactivity is based on the phenomenon of personal responsibility for the results of one's life and on the idea of consciously involving and using all available resources, including knowledge, skills, information, social connections, and forming access to them. A proactive personality consciously uses means of cognitive, behavioral, and emotional self-regulation to prevent and overcome the impact of stressful events. Such features of proactivity make it a promising direction for research on the needs of servicemen recovery centers.

The article presents the results of the modification and standardization of the "Proactive Coping Questionnaire" (PCQ) for a sample of Ukrainian servicemen who participated in intensive combat operations and underwent a psychological rehabilitation program. We not only translated and adapted the text of the PCI to Ukrainian realities, but also simplified it: reduced the number of statements, and added points for answers to the questionnaire form, taking into account the peculiarities of working with military personnel who were significantly physically and psychologically exhausted. The general structure of the PCQ was preserved, and the psychometric characteristics were consistent with the content of proactivity, which the developers laid down. Identified phenomena that affect the peculiarities of the implementation of proactivity in accordance with the extreme situation of participation in hostilities were described in detail during the development of schemes for interpreting the results of the new PCQ.

RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCES IN PENAL INSTITUTIONS AS A COMPONENT OF UKRAINE'S ENERGY SECURITY

Mykhailo Puzyriov, Ivan Broshko — Fri, 20 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0200

The results of the conducted study prove that the transition to using renewable energy sources and energy efficiency technologies will ensure Ukraine's energy independence and, as a result, a high level of energy security. It is shown that the presence of an autonomous network at the local level provides a number of advantages, ensures independence from the general energy supply system and contributes to increasing energy efficiency indicators.

The economic and security expediency and necessity of implementing renewable energy sources in penal institutions are substantiated. This will provide an opportunity to ensure proper conditions of detention of persons in prisons, their medical care and personnel involved in this work in the context of energy threats caused by russia's armed aggression against Ukraine, as well as to improve the state of energy security and energy efficiency of penal institutions, creating conditions for their energy autonomy.

WAYS TO IMPLEMENT THE COMPONENTS OF THE PROCESS OF PREPARATION FOR LEADERSHIP POSITIONS WITHIN THE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OF THE NATIONAL GUARD OF UKRAINE

Andriy Savin , Oleksandr Shcherbachuk — Fri, 20 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0200

The article considers the practical component of training of officers of the National Guard of Ukraine, which includes training at two levels: higher education, which provides fundamental knowledge in the field of military science, and retraining and advanced training courses, which allow officers to acquire knowledge of the latest achievements in science, new methods of warfare and troop management. The author reveals the interdependence between theoretical training and practical skills of officers, which are necessary for the effective performance of combat missions; between higher education and advanced training courses, which creates a holistic system of professional development that allows officers to adapt to the changing conditions of war. The author analyzes the impact of advanced training courses on the professional development of officers of the National Guard of Ukraine as a catalyst for rapid updating of their knowledge, skills and abilities, which increase readiness to perform combat missions and ensure effective management of units. The author substantiates the need to integrate ethical standards into the training of officers, since they are the basis of trust and discipline in military teams.

THEORETICAL ASPECTS OF FORECASTING ORGANIZATION MILITARY AND POLITICAL SITUATION

Oleksii Solomytskyi, Yurii Kliat, Oleh Semenenko — Fri, 20 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0200

The article presents the main stages of developing a forecast of the military-political situation. The authors raises the important issue of the frequency of forecasting the military-political situation. To ensure the adequacy of the built models and the reliability of the developed forecasts, an approach to the organization of experts' work is proposed. If implemented, the recommendations will allow for a more thorough organization of forecasting the military-political situation, make this process continuous and cyclical, and streamline the work of experts in developing forecasts, which will positively affect the reliability of the forecasts being developed.

THE ESSENCE AND PECULIARITIES OF COUNTERING ECONOMIC THREATS IN THE SPHERE OF FUNCTIONING OF SECURITY FORCES

Oleh Tykhonenko — Fri, 20 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0200

The article highlights the issue of studying the essence and peculiarities of countering economic threats in the sphere of functioning of security forces. The terminology of the concept of economic security is considered. The main directions of combating economic crime are substantiated. The issues of reforming law enforcement agencies in the field of combating economic crime and the abolition of the Bureau of Economic Security are studied. The main measures to counteract economic threats in the sphere of functioning of the state security forces are formed. The directions of further scientific research are provided, which are the development of promising mechanisms that will combine operational and investigative measures with preventive ones.

THREATS TO THE STATE SECURITY OF UKRAINE IN THE INFORMATION SPHERE IN THE REALITIES OF THE RUSSIAN-UKRAINIAN WAR

Roman Chernysh , Oleksandr Piroh, Polina Hrushevska — Fri, 20 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0200

The article formulates the concept of "threats to the State security of Ukraine in the information sphere", identifies these threats in the realities of the russian-ukrainian war. It is stated that the information security system as a component of the state security system is generally characterised by appropriate forces and means. At the same time, the author focuses on the main areas of activity of state bodies (including law enforcement and special bodies) for effective ensuring of the state security of Ukraine in the information sphere.