Ukrainian telecommunications company Kyivstar, in collaboration with the charitable foundation ‘Come Back Alive’, has successfully completed its seventh joint project, dubbed ‘Mission 077’. The initiative raised over 77 million UAH (approximately $2 million) for communication equipment aimed at enhancing military coordination and operational efficiency.
The project was executed in three stages, enabling reliable communication for four army corps stationed along Ukraine’s northern border. The military received comprehensive equipment kits designed for autonomous operation, which included infrastructure for uninterrupted and secure communication, specialized transport for logistics, and pickup trucks for the rapid deployment of LTE networks in the corps’ areas of responsibility.
“Together with the ‘Come Back Alive’ foundation, we have completed another significant project in support of the Ukrainian military. This time, we provided our defenders with communication tools that directly impact their safety and effectiveness. When soldiers have reliable communication, they gain a tactical advantage,” stated Oleksandr Komarov, CEO of Kyivstar.
Key components of the communication packages included interactive panels, charging stations, satellite systems, wired telephones, and tablets. The project also involved collaboration with the Main Directorate of Communication and Cybersecurity of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
“Through this project, we have helped four corps enhance their communication systems at all levels—from main command posts to combat units and individual crews. We provided the necessary technology and equipment, ensuring operational readiness for communication deployment, maintenance, and repairs,” said Oleg Karpenko, Deputy Director of the ‘Come Back Alive’ foundation.
The initiative was made possible through contributions from Kyivstar subscribers and socially responsible businesses. Notably, subscribers who signed up for the ‘Superpower: Help the Armed Forces of Ukraine+’ service contributed nearly 22.5 million UAH, while Kyivstar allocated an additional 20 million UAH from its own charitable fund.
“Communication is the fundamental system for military management—whether at observation points, battalion, brigade, or corps headquarters. Communication tools serve as our ‘eyes’ and ‘voice’ over the radio. Without them, we cannot, for instance, deploy drones or execute approximately 80% of all combat tasks,” commented Yefim Ivanchuk, Commander of the 120th Separate Communications Battalion.
Kyivstar has consistently supported Ukraine during the ongoing conflict, contributing over 5.1 billion UAH to various initiatives over the past four years, including assistance to the Armed Forces and social projects. The company continues its partnership with the ‘Come Back Alive’ foundation, expanding their training programs for military operators.
About Kyivstar
Kyivstar is a leading telecommunications operator in Ukraine, serving approximately 22 million mobile subscribers and over 1.2 million fixed-line customers as of March 13, 2026. The company offers a wide range of services, including mobile and fixed technologies, 4G, Big Data, cloud solutions, cybersecurity services, and digital television. Kyivstar is fully owned by Kyivstar Group Ltd, listed on the Nasdaq stock exchange.
Over the past three years, Kyivstar has directed more than 5.1 billion UAH to support defense forces, subscribers, and social projects. The company has been operating in Ukraine for 28 years and is recognized as a leading taxpayer in the telecommunications sector.
About ‘Come Back Alive’
‘Come Back Alive’ is a charitable foundation that comprehensively supports the Ukrainian Armed Forces by providing essential equipment ranging from vehicles to weaponry, alongside implementing training projects for military personnel. Over the past 12 years, the foundation has delivered over 157,000 FPV drones, more than 14,000 units of thermal optics, and various other military supplies.
Kyivstar and the 'Come Back Alive' foundation have successfully completed 'Mission 077', raising over 77 million UAH for military communication equipment. The initiative enhances operational capabilities for four army corps along Ukraine's northern border.