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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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Ukrainian strikes on Russian refineries demonstrate the highest level of efficiency - Rutte

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte highly praised the effectiveness of Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil refining infrastructure. According to him, the total production volume at refineries in Russia has decreased by a third.

War in Ukraine • June 26, 02:47 PM • 4336 views
Tanks are no longer the main force on the battlefield: how Ukraine changed the perception of modern warfarePhoto

The war in Ukraine is changing military doctrines, where drones are becoming the primary means of attack. Ukraine is actively using mid-strikes and deep strikes to target enemy logistics and strategic facilities.

War in Ukraine • June 25, 02:40 PM • 138806 views
In "Army+" a status has appeared for soldiers returning from AWOL - what it means

In the "Army+" application, after the report is approved, a white stripe with the status "On the way" automatically appears. The validity period of the status is 5 days for the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the State Special Transport Service, and 48 hours after the order - for the National Guard of Ukraine.

Society • June 22, 01:41 PM • 4491 views
Commander of the SBS announced strikes on gas infrastructure in Crimea and Russian logistics in the occupied territoriesVideo

The Unmanned Systems Forces struck four gas compressor stations in Crimea and other Russian logistics facilities on the night of June 20. SBS Commander Robert Brovdi reported hitting a bridge, a tugboat, and occupiers' equipment.

War in Ukraine • June 20, 02:47 PM • 51341 views
93rd Brigade "Kholodnyi Yar" holds Druzhkivka despite Russian drone attacksPhoto

Fighters of the 93rd Separate Mechanized Brigade "Kholodnyi Yar" continue to defend Druzhkivka, preventing Russians from capturing the city. Roads have turned into obstacle courses due to constant drone attacks.

Society • June 19, 01:55 PM • 5242 views
In Ukraine, the second stage of the special operation "Rubicon" was conducted: drugs worth almost 70 million hryvnias were seizedPhotoVideo

Law enforcement officers conducted the second stage of the anti-drug special operation "Rubicon", eliminating drug laboratories and seizing almost 90 kg of drug products. The value of the seized drugs at black market prices is almost 70 million hryvnias.

Society • June 19, 07:59 AM • 4238 views
79 out of 90 drones launched by Russia neutralized over Ukraine

On the night of June 19, Russia attacked Ukraine with 90 drones. The defense forces shot down or suppressed 79 drones, and 9 UAVs were recorded as hits.

War in Ukraine • June 19, 07:55 AM • 5227 views
Over the past day, another 1,370 occupiers were eliminated at the front - General StaffPhoto

The Defense Forces of Ukraine eliminated another 1,370 Russian military personnel over the past day. The total losses of the Russian army since the beginning of the invasion have exceeded 1.389 million people.

War in Ukraine • June 19, 04:14 AM • 20187 views
In the Moscow region, there are queues at gas stations due to a gasoline shortage, prices are rising - Russian media

Near the Russian capital, queues have formed due to a fuel shortage. Gasoline prices range from 72 to 85 rubles per liter.

News of the World • June 18, 07:58 PM • 3830 views
Fedorov showed Pistorius the burning capital of the Russian Federation after the strikesPhoto

Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov demonstrated to his German colleague Boris Pistorius the results of the attack on Moscow on June 18. Footage of Ukrainian drones over the Russian capital has appeared online.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 07:03 PM • 18691 views
The military will be restricted from accessing gambling during the period of martial law, the government has adopted a resolution

The Cabinet of Ministers has adopted a resolution that launches a mechanism to restrict the access of military personnel to gambling during the period of martial law. The data will be verified through the Register of Military Personnel.

Society • June 18, 06:47 PM • 4906 views
Russia threatens regular massive strikes on Ukraine again following attack on Moscow

Lavrov threatened Ukraine with regular massive strikes after the attack on the Moscow refinery. Putin previously ordered an increase in the intensity of shelling.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 01:55 PM • 2843 views
The bodies of 522 fallen soldiers have been returned to Ukraine – Coordination Headquarters

The bodies of 522 deceased individuals have been returned to Ukraine as a result of repatriation efforts. Specialists will conduct forensic examinations and identification of the repatriated bodies.

Society • June 18, 10:59 AM • 23512 views
Ukrainian Navy denies reports of alleged sea drone bombardment of OdesaVideo

The Ukrainian Navy has debunked a fake report regarding the bombardment of Odesa by sea drones on June 17. In reality, the military was conducting planned defense preparation activities.

Society • June 18, 08:06 AM • 6231 views
Syrskyi approved the development plan for the NCO corps of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Syrskyi approved the development plan for the NCO corps of the Armed Forces of Ukraine until 2027. The reform will expand the powers of sergeants and change their training system.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 07:00 AM • 3574 views
Attack on railway bridge over North Crimean Canal reported in Crimea

A railway bridge over the North Crimean Canal near the village of Rozdolne was attacked in Crimea. Eyewitnesses report 20 explosions and a major fire at the facility.

War in Ukraine • June 17, 10:35 PM • 10358 views
Occupiers' operational headquarters in Crimea switches to 24-hour operation due to fear of strikes - partisans

Starting June 21, the operational headquarters of the occupied peninsula will work around the clock in anticipation of powerful strikes by the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The occupation administration is hastily evacuating the remains of its headquarters.

War in Ukraine • June 17, 04:56 PM • 4540 views
Rolling blackouts introduced in occupied Crimea following overnight attacks

In occupied Dzhankoi, a power outage schedule of two hours on, two hours off has been introduced for two days. More than 50 settlements are without power due to damage to energy facilities.

War in Ukraine • June 17, 04:34 PM • 4183 views
Utility workers in "DPR" and "LPR" switched to armored vehicles due to the threat of Ukrainian drones - social media

Gas and energy services in the occupied territories of the Donetsk and Luhansk regions were issued dozens of vehicles with Br2 class armor. The special transport will protect crews from Ukrainian drone attacks and mine explosions.

War in Ukraine • June 17, 02:12 PM • 6822 views
Investigation completed in the case of the usurpation of power by Viktor Yanukovych and 16 former high-ranking officials - Prosecutor General

Investigation completed regarding Yanukovych and 16 officials concerning the seizure of power. They will be tried for a criminal organization and the murders of protesters.

Politics • June 17, 10:28 AM • 31846 views
"We can have tough debates": Fedorov speaks on relationship with Syrskyi

Minister of Defense Mykhailo Fedorov reported tough discussions with Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi regarding finances and resources. Despite the differences, they are working as a single team.

War in Ukraine • June 16, 08:22 PM • 5739 views
The retribution conveyor is working: Unmanned Systems Forces attacked the "Bordel" hub in Donetsk, where Russian units were basedVideo

Unmanned Systems Forces struck the "Bordel" hub in Donetsk and five radar stations in Crimea. Fire Point drones were used for the attacks on the occupiers' facilities.

War in Ukraine • June 16, 03:24 PM • 5075 views
Syrskyi ordered the formation of new drone units on Ukraine's northern bordersPhoto

The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine ordered the formation of new drone units to protect the northern border. He also ordered the development of the non-commissioned officer corps and the strengthening of reserves.

War in Ukraine • June 16, 12:36 PM • 5082 views
In the Odesa region, a serviceman was detained for demanding $23,000 to influence a Military Medical Commission (VLC) decision

The officer demanded 23,000 dollars for assistance in securing a discharge from service through the VLC. The court ordered the suspect under 24-hour house arrest.

Society • June 16, 09:08 AM • 3613 views
228 attacks recorded at the front, most intense fighting continued in three directions - General StaffPhoto

228 clashes occurred over the past day, with the heaviest fighting continuing in three directions. The enemy deployed 74 missiles and over 9,000 kamikaze drones.

War in Ukraine • June 16, 06:22 AM • 3385 views
Mariupol remains without power for the tenth consecutive day following a series of explosions – media

In the occupied city, electricity outages and fuel shortages have persisted for ten days. The problems began after explosions on June 6 and the subsequent loss of power at the port.

Society • June 16, 01:27 AM • 18546 views
New payments up to 170 thousand, "motivational contracts" and rules for the demobilization of military personnel - what the new government resolution provides for

The Cabinet of Ministers has introduced payments of up to 170 thousand hryvnias and motivational contracts for military personnel. New terms of service and conditions for discharge to the reserve have been defined.

War in Ukraine • June 15, 07:20 PM • 97241 views
Fedorov, Syrskyi, and Hnatov discussed the transformation of the Defense Forces with commanders. The next stage involves changes in mobilization

Fedorov discussed the transformation of the Defense Forces and new contracts with the military. The next stage of the reform will change the recruitment and mobilization system.

War in Ukraine • June 15, 06:24 PM • 5258 views
Nawrocki sets condition for Zelenskyy to keep the Order of the White Eagle - Rzeczpospolita

Nawrocki will decide the fate of Zelenskyy's order in the coming days. The condition for retaining the award is changing the name of the SSO unit named after the Heroes of the UPA.

Politics • June 15, 04:15 AM • 14160 views
Details revealed regarding the operation to "cut off" temporarily occupied Crimea by the new AFU unit "Phalanx"

Details have emerged regarding the operation of the AFU's new multi-domain center "Phalanx," which carried out a series of strikes on bridges in temporarily occupied Crimea. Using middle-strike drones, the Ukrainian military is attempting to block the Russian army's logistics on the Zaporizhzhia front.

War in Ukraine • June 13, 07:56 PM • 123717 views