Ukraine’s Ministry of Defense on Saturday said foreign fighters are eligible for combatant status (UBD) – in line with local troops – and detailed the process. In its update , the defense ministry said the UBD status applies to those who fought on the front officially as part of a military unit under contract. JOIN US ON TELEGRAM Follow our coverage of the war on the @Kyivpost_official . Obtaining UBD status grants free and priority medical care, including medicines, treatment, and check-ups;