On 19 June, a meeting of the Interagency Regional Analytical Group (IRAG) took place at the headquarters of the EUBAM in Odesa. The Group brings together representatives of regional branches of key Ukrainian law enforcement and security agencies, including the State Border Guard Service, the State Customs Service, the Security Service of Ukraine, the National Police, and the Bureau of Economic Security.

The meeting focused on reviewing the implementation of the 2025 IRAG Activity Plan and planning upcoming actions under the framework of the Group. EUBAM presented the current stage of preparatory work for upcoming trainings and operational initiatives, including those to be delivered with EU support. A key highlight of the meeting was the presentation of analytical reports by representatives of the Ukrainian Customs and Border Guard Services. These reports provided valuable insights into risks and threats in the Odesa region for 2025. Key topics included: illegal movement of Ukrainian male citizens of draft age across the state border; assessment of smuggling methods and associated risks, including commonly used means of transport, concealment techniques, routes, and the types of goods being trafficked.

EUBAM also provided an update on the upcoming OSINT (Open Source Intelligence) training for Ukrainian law enforcement officers. This training, developed in cooperation with the European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF), is in its final preparation stage and will be delivered in September 2025. The next IRAG meeting is scheduled to take place in the following quarter.