Ukrainian volunteer corps grows to 40,000 strong

A Ukrainian farming tycoon has played a key role in transforming a tiny volunteer unit into one of Ukraine's most effective fighting corps, which now numbers approximately 40,000 personnel. The unit, which began as a small group of volunteers, has grown into a major component of Ukraine's defense forces. This expansion highlights the significant role of private initiative and funding in supporting Ukraine's military efforts against the Russian invasion. The corps' development underscores the broader mobilization of Ukrainian society in the ongoing conflict.