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Armed Forces of Ukraine

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The Armed Forces of Ukraine are a military formation that, in accordance with the Constitution of Ukraine, is entrusted with the defense of the state, the protection of its sovereignty, territorial integrity, and inviolability. They were created on August 24, 1991, after the declaration of independence, inheriting a significant military potential of the former USSR. Throughout their history, the Armed Forces of Ukraine have actively participated in international peacekeeping missions, and since 2014, they have been confronting large-scale aggression by the Russian Federation. The modern Armed Forces of Ukraine demonstrate a high level of professionalism, courage, and resilience, having gained recognition as one of the most combat-ready armies in the world. They successfully adapt new forms and methods of conducting military operations, actively implementing NATO standards.
1991
Creation of the Armed Forces of Ukraine after the declaration of independence
1996
Ukraine completed nuclear disarmament, becoming the first state to voluntarily renounce its nuclear arsenal
2000
Active participation in international peacekeeping operations under the auspices of the UN
2014
Organization of defense and deterrence of Russian aggression in eastern Ukraine
2016
Inclusion of Special Operations Forces and Air Assault Forces as separate branches of service
2020
Obtaining the status of an Enhanced Opportunities Partner of NATO
2022
Successful defense of the capital and liberation of northern regions from occupation forces
2022
Conducting an effective Kharkiv counteroffensive and liberating significant territories
2022
Liberation of the city of Kherson and the right bank of the Kherson region
2024
Introduction of Unmanned Systems Forces as a separate branch of service
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The Defense Forces struck the control station for the "Orion" UAVs at the "Saki" airfield in Crimea

The ground control station for the "Orion" UAVs was struck at the "Saki" airfield in Crimea. Occupiers’ facilities in Donetsk and Luhansk regions were also destroyed.

War in Ukraine • September 18, 10:15 AM • 2950 views
Russia's losses in the war have reached 1.515 million troopsPhoto

Over the past day, Russian forces lost 1,420 troops. Russia's total losses have reached approximately 1,514,910 personnel.

War in Ukraine • September 18, 04:44 AM • 4670 views
Ukraine successfully used an interceptor against jet-powered "Shaheds" - Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy heard a report from Drapatyi on the successful testing of interceptors for jet-powered «Shaheds». Ukraine is preparing to scale up the developments. The president also announced new active and long-range operations against Russia.

Society • September 17, 02:45 PM • 8178 views
Zelenskyy proposes reinstating asset declarations for security personnel in the rear — how the system works now

The president wants to reinstate full asset declarations for law enforcement officers and military personnel not on the front line. Militants and personnel in high-risk areas are exempt.

Politics • September 17, 12:54 PM • 3838 views
Nearly 1,000 deferment certificates were issued for bribes: in Ternopil region, the entire medical commission has been charged with suspicionPhoto

The head of the medical advisory commission, three medical workers and two intermediaries are suspected of selling deferment certificates for $6,000–12,000. The scheme has been exposed.

Crimes and emergencies • September 17, 11:48 AM • 18491 views
Ukraine’s Defense Forces struck two launchers of the S-400 air defense system on the territory of the Russian Federation

The Ukrainian military struck two S-400 launchers in Russia’s Bryansk region. UAV facilities, warehouses, and areas where forces were concentrated were also damaged.

War in Ukraine • September 17, 10:28 AM • 3368 views
Returning after unauthorized absence does not mean automatic reinstatement in service - Ministry of Defence

After a service member returns from unauthorized absence, they may continue their service only through the established procedure. Until the order is issued, duties, payments, and benefits are not restored.

Society • September 16, 11:57 AM • 6902 views
The Rada supported abolishing the duty-free allowance for parcels worth up to €150

Parliament approved in principle two bills introducing 20% VAT on parcels worth €0 and above. The new rules may take effect in July 2027.

Society • September 16, 10:02 AM • 12695 views
The Defense Forces struck a Russian Su-24 in Crimea and a number of enemy military facilities

Ukrainian forces struck a Russian Su-24 in Saky, as well as UAV facilities, ammunition and fuel depots. The "Grenadier" reconnaissance posts were also attacked.

War in Ukraine • September 16, 09:43 AM • 4307 views
Ukraine has successfully tested another interceptor of Russian jet-powered drones — Zelenskyy

Ukraine successfully tested another interceptor and used it to hit a Shahed. The system’s control still needs further refinement.

War in Ukraine • September 15, 12:39 PM • 4224 views
How many troops and pieces of equipment did Russia lose in a day? General Staff dataPhoto

Over the past day, the Defense Forces neutralized 1,400 Russian troops and destroyed 1,839 UAVs. Russia's total losses reached 1.51 million personnel.

War in Ukraine • September 15, 04:10 AM • 5746 views
Zelenskyy appointed Humeniuk commander of the Medical Forces

Kostiantyn Humeniuk replaced Anatolii Kazmirchuk as commander of the Medical Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Previously, he was the chief surgeon of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

Politics • September 14, 07:12 PM • 3741 views
A new generation of interceptors to defend against jet-powered "Shaheds" — Zelenskyy expects processes to speed up

Zelenskyy said that the development and testing of new drone interceptors had been accelerated. Funding for the work has already been secured.

War in Ukraine • September 14, 01:34 PM • 4579 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces Tank Troops Day: the history of the holiday PhotoVideo

On September 14, Ukraine celebrates Tank Troops Day, established in 2023 instead of Tanker’s Day. Tanks remain important in the war of drones, and the Ukrainian Armed Forces’ fleet has been reinforced with Western-made vehicles.

Society • September 14, 10:12 AM • 101412 views
Defense Forces struck the launch sites of UAVs and the radars of Russian troops

The Ukrainian military struck UAV launch facilities in Donetsk, repeaters in the Kherson region and Crimea. A radar station and an equipment depot in the Bryansk region were also damaged.

War in Ukraine • September 13, 11:26 AM • 32961 views
Russia attacked Ukraine with 453 drones: air defense destroyed 405 UAVsPhoto

At night, Russia launched 453 attack drones and 4 S8000 “Band erol” drones at Ukraine. Air defense destroyed or suppressed 405 UAVs; there were impacts at 13 locations.

War in Ukraine • September 13, 05:15 AM • 12022 views
Ukraine’s Armed Forces conducted one of the year’s most successful counteroffensive operations near Lyman, according to an OSINT analyst

Ukrainian forces pushed Russian troops back to the Zherebets River near Nevske and Makiivka. The advance returned the front line to its May 2025 configuration.

War in Ukraine • September 12, 12:45 PM • 14112 views
The Defense Forces struck command posts and storage facilities for Russian attack drones in the occupied territories

The Ukrainian military carried out strikes on UAV command posts, drone storage facilities, and Russian weapons depots in the occupied territories.

War in Ukraine • September 12, 10:38 AM • 15684 views
A number of Russian agents operating from Mykolaiv to Donetsk regions have been exposed in Ukraine – Prosecutor General’s Office

Law enforcement officers have exposed Russian agents in several regions of Ukraine. They are suspected of guiding drones, transmitting coordinates, and high treason.

War in Ukraine • September 12, 10:30 AM • 8096 views
In St. Petersburg, 2-kilometer queues formed at gas stations due to a fuel shortageVideo

Drivers wait for hours at gas stations, where fuel is dispensed with a limit of up to 60 liters. The shortage is linked to an attack on the Kirishinefteorgsintez oil refinery.

Economy • September 12, 10:21 AM • 4300 views
Military personnel who went AWOL and are abroad can return to service under a simplified procedure, says the Ministry of Defence

Military personnel who went AWOL and are abroad can submit a report via "Army+" by June 12, 2026. They must arrive at their unit within five days.

Society • September 11, 02:13 PM • 5735 views
In Khmelnytskyi region, an informant for Russia who was directing shelling was detainedPhoto

The SBU detained a resident of Slavuta who was collecting the coordinates of Ukrainian military facilities for Russia. He faces up to 12 years in prison.

Society • September 11, 07:54 AM • 4072 views
Russia attacked Ukraine with 161 drones: air defense destroyed 138 targetsPhoto

Overnight, Russia launched 161 attack UAVs and S8000 drones at Ukraine. Air defense destroyed or suppressed 138 targets; hits were recorded at 19 locations.

War in Ukraine • September 11, 05:20 AM • 4849 views
The relevant committee has recommended for the third time that the Verkhovna Rada abolish the duty-free allowance for parcels worth up to 150 euros

The Verkhovna Rada committee recommended adopting bills on VAT for parcels worth up to 150 euros starting from the first euro. The new rules may come into effect no earlier than July 2027.

Economy • September 10, 01:55 PM • 3684 views
Russian agent, who directed strikes at AFU artillery, has been detained in the Kharkiv region

An unemployed resident of Chuhuiv district passed the coordinates of Ukrainian Armed Forces positions in the Vovchansk direction to the Russians. He faces up to 8 years in prison.

Society • September 10, 07:57 AM • 4663 views
"ATESH" reported sabotage in the Oryol Oblast that disrupted the control of Russian dronesVideo

"ATESH" reported the destruction of a communications tower in Russia's Oryol Oblast. According to the movement, this complicated the control of Russian UAVs.

War in Ukraine • September 10, 04:32 AM • 6801 views
Drapatyi canceled more than 30 outdated General Staff orders

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Mykhailo Drapatyi suspended the validity of more than 30 outdated General Staff orders. This eliminated unnecessary reporting and longstanding requirements.

War in Ukraine • September 9, 05:31 PM • 7180 views
Ukrainian vehicle license plates — what types there are and what the letters and numbers meanPhoto

There are 15 types of license plates for different vehicles in Ukraine. We explain the meaning of the colors, letters, and numbers on them.

Publications • September 9, 01:26 PM • 52160 views
Russia attacked Ukraine with missiles and 166 Shaheds - air defense destroyed 175 targetsPhoto

At night, Russia launched missile and drone strikes on the Kyiv and Odesa regions. Air defense destroyed or suppressed 175 aerial targets.

War in Ukraine • September 8, 06:04 AM • 6589 views
Over the past day, the Armed Forces of Ukraine eliminated nearly 1,500 Russian troops and destroyed 1,592 UAVs — General StaffPhoto

On September 6, the Defense Forces eliminated 1,410 Russian troops, 1,592 UAVs and other equipment. The Russian Federation also lost 3 air defense systems and 30 artillery systems.

War in Ukraine • September 8, 04:22 AM • 17465 views