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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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Embezzled over UAH 12 million in the procurement of 580 FPV drones - a group of criminals detainedPhoto

The SBU detained a group for embezzling funds during the procurement of 580 FPV drones. The unmanned aerial vehicles intended for the military on the Kharkiv front were not handed over.

Society • 09:04 AM • 1996 views
The Defense Forces eliminated another 1,630 occupiers and destroyed more than a thousand pieces of enemy equipment Photo

The Ukrainian military eliminated 1,630 Russian servicemen and destroyed 1,657 UAVs, 493 vehicles, and dozens of artillery systems. Russia’s total losses reached 1,483,780 personnel.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 04:11 AM • 3340 views
Judge in the Kyiv region has been served with a notice of suspicion over a draft evasion schemePhotoVideo

The head of a district court in the Kyiv region and an intermediary were served with notices of suspicion in a draft evasion scheme. More than 100 similar decisions will be examined.

Crimes and emergencies • August 27, 07:56 AM • 3780 views
Over the course of the day, the Armed Forces of Ukraine eliminated another 1,400 Russians and hundreds of pieces of the occupiers’ equipmentPhoto

Russia’s losses since the beginning of the invasion have reached approximately 1,482,150 military personnel. Over the past day, 1,400 occupiers and hundreds of pieces of equipment were eliminated.

War in Ukraine • August 27, 04:13 AM • 5160 views
Zelenskyy held a security meeting and instructed officials to strengthen the defense of Zaporizhzhia and key areas

Zelenskyy held a meeting in the Zaporizhzhia region and instructed officials to strengthen the protection of the city, the region, and important areas. For the defense of Donetsk region it was proposed to create two groupings.

War in Ukraine • August 26, 03:37 PM • 4066 views
Zelenskyy, together with Drapatyi, arrived at the front and is working in the Oleksandrivka direction

Zelenskyy and Drapatyi met with soldiers of the 80th Brigade in the Oleksandrivka direction. The President discussed the unit’s needs and presented awards.

War in Ukraine • August 26, 12:41 PM • 4606 views
"Being Liberated in circles?" The AFU refuted the capture of Pysarivka in Sumy region by Russian troops

Pysarivka in Sumy region remains under Ukrainian control; fighting continues. The Defense Forces noted that the Russians are not lying about the capture of Pysarivka for the first time.

War in Ukraine • August 26, 08:59 AM • 3894 views
Corrected enemy strikes - the SBU exposed a Russian agent in a AFU unit in Odesa region

The SBU detained a serviceman recruited by the Russian Federation to collect the coordinates of Ukrainian troops in Odesa region. He was notified of suspicion of high treason.

Society • August 26, 07:45 AM • 8306 views
Russia may lose two more «Rassvet-3» satellites due to problems with a Starlink analogue

Two Russian «Rassvet-3» satellites are descending in orbit without engine correction. Their loss will complicate the plan to deploy the constellation.

News of the World • August 26, 12:16 AM • 4630 views
The Armed Forces of Ukraine denied Russia’s capture of Novokostiantynivka in Sumy region

Novokostiantynivka remains under the control of Ukraine’s Defense Forces, and fighting continues. The Armed Forces of Ukraine called Russia’s statement propaganda aimed at a domestic audience.

War in Ukraine • August 25, 10:17 AM • 3638 views
New Black Hawks for Ukraine could cost more than $100 million per helicopter

Norway’s potential deal for 21 UH-60Ms is estimated at $2. 3 billion. Ukraine is primarily considering used Black Hawks to modernize its aircraft fleet.

News of the World • August 25, 12:38 AM • 16224 views
Macron proposed imposing sanctions on gasoline supplies to Russia

Emmanuel Macron proposed introducing new sanctions against imports of fuel, oil, and gas into Russia. He stated that the Russian Federation had begun importing resources through third countries.

Economy • August 24, 06:35 PM • 4038 views
Zelenskyy announced a special stage of the exchange via Belarus - 10 soldiers who had been considered missing have returnedPhoto

As part of a special stage of the exchange, Ukraine returned 10 military personnel via Belarus. They are from the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the National Guard and went missing in Donetsk region.

War in Ukraine • August 24, 11:22 AM • 24457 views
Russia lost nearly 1,500 military personnel and more than 240 pieces of equipment in one day — General StaffPhoto

Over the past day, the Russian army lost about 1,490 military personnel and more than 240 pieces of equipment. Total losses reached 1,478,070 personnel.

War in Ukraine • August 24, 04:10 AM • 3606 views
Russia attacked Ukraine with 127 drones - air defense destroyed 97 targetsPhoto

At night, Russia launched 127 drones at Ukraine, 97 of which were destroyed or suppressed by air defense. Twenty-seven hits were recorded at 22 locations.

War in Ukraine • August 23, 07:06 AM • 11238 views
Two killed and six injured — Russians shelled the Sumy region nearly 70 times in one day

Russian forces shelled 23 settlements in the Sumy region nearly 70 times. Two people were killed, and six sustained injuries and trauma.

Society • August 23, 06:46 AM • 11333 views
Ukraine may run up against a 65% ceiling for the localization of armored vehiclesPhoto

Inguar Defence manufactures 65% of Inguar-2 components in Ukraine. Further localization is constrained by technology, financing, costs, and the threat of attacks.

War in Ukraine • August 23, 12:56 AM • 17163 views
USF struck 267 energy hubs and 242 targets in the "MoLoChKa" operation against Russia's shadow fleet - "Madyar" showed a videoVideo

Since July, the Unmanned Systems Forces have struck 267 energy hubs, including in Crimea. In the "MoLoChKa" operation against Russia's shadow fleet, 242 targets were hit.

War in Ukraine • August 22, 05:29 PM • 3929 views
russia attacked Ukraine with 217 attack drones and missiles - air defense destroyed 191 targetsPhoto

Russia struck Ukraine with missiles, munitions, and 217 drones. Air defense destroyed or suppressed 191 targets; hits were recorded at 41 locations.

War in Ukraine • August 22, 06:50 AM • 9177 views
The National Guard received the first Varta-2 armored vehiclesPhoto

The National Guard of Ukraine transferred two Varta-2 vehicles to the Khartia Corps and another unit. The vehicles have Level 3a/b protection and can reach a speed of 110 km/h.

War in Ukraine • August 22, 03:16 AM • 4537 views
The Defense Forces struck a storage facility for attack UAVs and the enemy’s ground-based repeaters in occupied Crimea

The Ukrainian military struck UAV storage and launch facilities, warehouses, and Russian command posts. Six ground-based repeaters were also destroyed in Crimea.

War in Ukraine • August 21, 01:00 PM • 3077 views
Zelenskyy confirmed hit of oil refinery in Perm and Marinovka airfield, damage to Su-34Video

Zelenskyy reported the striking of the oil refinery in Perm, the Marinovka airfield, and targets in the Black Sea. A Su-34 and a drone base were also damaged.

War in Ukraine • August 21, 08:31 AM • 32290 views
The father of two minor children was mobilized after their mother’s death — Ombudsman

After the death of two children’s mother, their father was mobilized, and his report requesting discharge was not considered for almost two months. After the Ombudsman’s intervention, the man returned home.

Society • August 20, 04:08 PM • 6958 views
Received $10,000 for substituting food products and acquired assets worth UAH 26.2 million — Air Assault Forces officer to stand trialPhotoVideo

The major and his subordinate will stand trial for bribery, substituting food products, and evading service. He was found to have assets worth UAH 26.2 million.

Society • August 20, 07:37 AM • 7505 views
Russia lost nearly 1,500 troops and 1,672 UAVs in a day — General Staff

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported Russian military losses for August 19. Total personnel losses are approaching 1.5 million people.

War in Ukraine • August 20, 04:44 AM • 3996 views
"It was worth it": one of the co-organizers of the protests in support of Fedorov announced their end

Dmytro Koziatynskyi, the organizer of the rallies in support of Fedorov, announced their end and called the change of the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine the result. He called for reforms and dialogue.

Society • August 19, 08:59 PM • 52552 views
Zelenskyy announced a new exchange: another 103 Ukrainian soldiers have been returned from Russian captivityPhoto

Ukraine has returned 103 soldiers of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the Border Guard Service and the National Guard from Russian captivity. Among them are defenders of Mariupol and various directions.

War in Ukraine • August 19, 10:29 AM • 23182 views
Defense Committee unanimously supported Khmara for the position of Defense Minister - MP

The Verkhovna Rada Committee supported the candidacy of Yevhenii Khmara for the position of Defense Minister. The decision was approved by all 15 members present.

Politics • August 19, 07:09 AM • 3470 views
The government wants to improve military registration and the remuneration system for military personnel

The Cabinet's program of activities provides for improving military registration and the remuneration system. It is also planned to raise €60 billion to purchase weapons.

Society • August 18, 01:41 PM • 16022 views
Zelenskyy changes commander of the Logistics Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismissed Volodymyr Karpenko from the position of commander of the Logistics Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and appointed Yurii Pohribnyi to this position.

War in Ukraine • August 17, 04:35 PM • 8390 views