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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 General Staff Updated data on terrorist attacks: 1,300 invaders were destroyed

Over the past day, the Ukrainian Armed Forces eliminated 1,300 enemy soldiers. The total losses of the enemy since the beginning of the war have reached 751,910 people, and 9,514 tanks and other equipment have also been destroyed.

War in Ukraine • December 7, 05:34 AM • 49331 views
163 military clashes at the front: where the invaders attack most intensively - General Staff

on the front line, there were 163 military clashes in different directions of the front. The largest number of attacks was recorded in the Pokrovsky and Kurakhovsky directions - 44 and 35, respectively.

War in Ukraine • December 6, 11:07 PM • 42171 views
Kyiv region handed over 20 pickups to the 72nd brigade - Kravchenko

The Belaya Tserkva community purchased 20 Toyota Hilux pickups for the 72nd separate Mechanized Brigade named after Chernykh Zaporozhtsev. A batch of drones and generators was also handed over to the military.

Society • December 6, 06:46 PM • 23109 views
Assaults in Kharkiv region intensified: the Ukrainian Armed Forces destroyed enemy equipment

In the Kharkiv direction, the enemy intensified assault operations with worsening weather, using armored vehicles.

War in Ukraine • December 6, 04:39 PM • 31782 views
Fraudsters use the name of the head of KRSA to raise funds for the Armed Forces of Ukraine - warns Ruslan Kravchenko

Unknown persons on behalf of the head of the Kiev RSA Ruslan Kravchenko are trying to extort money from entrepreneurs of the region. K RSA does not officially collect monetary assistance for the Armed Forces of Ukraine, but cooperates only through the provision of equipment and services.

Society • December 6, 03:32 PM • 17985 views
The war brought our children so many things that should not be in childhood: Zelensky visited Okhmatdet

The president of Ukraine visited the capital's Okhmatdet hospital on St. Nicholas Day, where he congratulated young patients. Zelensky spoke with children, their parents and doctors, wishing them a speedy recovery.

Society • December 6, 03:04 PM • 19444 views
The defense forces repelled 21 attacks in the Pokrovsky direction, 11 clashes continue

In the Pokrovsky direction, the invaders carried out 32 attacks in the areas of 5 settlements. In total, 119 military clashes took place during the day, the most active battles in the Pokrovsky and Kurakhovsky directions.

War in Ukraine • December 6, 02:39 PM • 21785 views
Explosions are heard in Kryvyi Rih after warning about an enemy missile

In Kryvyi Rih, the sounds of explosions were recorded after the warning of the Armed Forces of Ukraine about the approach of an enemy missile. An Air Alert has been declared in the region, and monitoring channels report a ballistic attack.

War in Ukraine • December 6, 02:27 PM • 18980 views
It has already been confirmed for combat use: the first batch of the ad drone rocket was handed over to the Defense Forces

The first batch of the Ukrainian ad drone missile was handed over to the Defense Forces of Ukraine. Zelensky confirmed the successful combat use of new weapons and plans to increase production.

War in Ukraine • December 6, 12:42 PM • 20842 views
Out of millions-417 abnormal triggers: Smetanin explained what is wrong with mines for the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Of the millions of mines produced, 417 cases of abnormal operation were detected due to problems with imported gunpowder. 24 thousand mines from a batch of 54 thousand are subject to return to the manufacturer.

War in Ukraine • December 6, 12:36 PM • 19758 views
Losses of the Ukrainian armed forces during the offensive in the Kursk Region are half as much as in defense – Sirsky

The commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine said that the losses during the offensive in the Kursk Region were half as much as in defense. The operation dealt a blow to the reputation of the Russian Federation and achieved its goal.

War in Ukraine • December 6, 12:31 PM • 55937 views
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Chairman of the ARMA Duma should be held responsible for the scandal with fictitious certificates-expert

The security expert calls on the head of the ARMA Elena Duma to take responsibility for the scandal with fictitious disability certificates of her subordinates. Police are investigating the case against five agency officials.

Politics • December 6, 12:27 PM • 206361 views
We will not forget about justice for all Ukrainians-Zelensky

President Zelensky stressed the importance of strengthening the army and achieving a just peace for Ukraine. He stressed that if one believes, then everyone can be saved.

Politics • December 6, 12:20 PM • 16139 views
Advance of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the Kursk region: could the military have gone deep into the territory of the Russian Federation - commanders told

The Ukrainian military conducted a successful operation in the Kursk Region, disorienting the enemy and moving deeper into the territory. The Command explained the boundaries of the advance and the tactics of blocking settlements.

War in Ukraine • December 6, 12:01 PM • 17196 views
Air raid alerts are in effect across Ukraine. The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine warns of a ballistic threat

Air raid alert has been declared throughout the territory of Ukraine due to the threat of the enemy using ballistic weapons. The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine is calling on the population to be vigilant in all regions.

War in Ukraine • December 6, 11:41 AM • 16696 views
Operation Kursk: how the unique mission of the Ukrainian military began

The Ukrainian military is conducting a large-scale operation in the Kursk region of the Russian Federation. The operation was carefully planned under the leadership of Sirsky to prevent a Russian offensive on Sumy.

War in Ukraine • December 6, 11:13 AM • 17611 views
Trepak, Skibyuk and Bratishko: Zelensky awarded General ranks on the day of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

The president of Ukraine awarded new military ranks to three commanders and one deputy commander of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Among the promoted ones are the heads of the MTR, DSHV, OK Vostok and the deputy commander of the Joint Forces.

War in Ukraine • December 6, 11:01 AM • 20181 views
Thanks to you, Ukraine is holding up: Zelensky congratulated soldiers on the day of the Armed Forces

The president congratulated the military on the day of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and thanked them for protecting the state for more than a thousand days. Zelensky stressed that the Armed Forces of Ukraine are the most reliable guarantor of the country's security.

War in Ukraine • December 6, 09:13 AM • 19522 views
Ukraine'S air defense system shot down 32 of 53 Russian drones: where the attacks took place

On the night of December 6, Russia attacked Ukraine with 53 Shahed drones and other UAVs from the Orel area. Air Defense Forces destroyed 32 drones in six regions, 16 were lost, and 2 flew to Belarus.

War in Ukraine • December 6, 06:30 AM • 23823 views
The enemy brought one launch vehicle into the Black Sea

There is one Russian Kalibr cruise missile carrier ship in the Black Sea. The Mediterranean also has one launch vehicle with a total salvo of up to 16 missiles.

War in Ukraine • December 6, 06:25 AM • 21329 views
Ukrainian partisans committed sabotage in the suburbs of Moscow - "Atesh"

A relay Cabinet on the key Moscow-Kursk railway line was burned down in a Moscow suburb. The sabotage disrupted the logistics of the invaders and delayed the supply of military equipment.

Society • December 6, 04:09 AM • 104290 views
After Trump's victory, Russia massively distributes anti - Ukrainian fakes in the United States-mass media

the Kremlin launched a large-scale campaign to spread anti-Ukrainian fakes in the United States after Trump's victory. Fake videos and regulations are aimed at undermining American support for Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • December 6, 03:39 AM • 106719 views
Ukrainian kobzarism recognized as a World Intangible Cultural Heritage of humanity

Ukrainian kobzarism is officially recognized as a World Intangible Cultural Heritage of humanity.

Society • December 6, 02:46 AM • 19299 views
He planned to transfer intelligence in exchange for employment to the FSB of the Russian Federation: a resident of the Kiev region was sentenced to 15 years in prison

The court sentenced a man to 15 years in prison for trying to transfer intelligence about the SBU and the Armed Forces of Ukraine to the Russian Embassy in Hungary. The convict planned to get a job in the FSB of the Russian Federation and personal enrichment.

War in Ukraine • December 6, 12:57 AM • 20799 views
This year, the Ministry of Defense allocated more than 87 billion rubles for the purchase of drones - Umerov

The Ministry of defense of Ukraine has allocated more than UAH 87 billion for the purchase of drones, of which 59 billion - for DeepStrike. Umerov said that 82% of electronic warfare equipment and 41% of UAVs were contracted in three months.

War in Ukraine • December 5, 06:42 PM • 32397 views
Kyiv City Council adopted the capital's budget for next year-Klitschko

The Kyiv City Council has adopted the capital's budget for 2025 in the amount of more than UAH 90 billion. The largest expenditures are provided for education - UAH 32.4 billion and transport - UAH 18.6 billion.

Economy • December 5, 05:41 PM • 42419 views
Ukraine will ban the transfer of medics to the infantry: Zelensky put into effect the decision of the national security and Defense Council

The president signed a decree banning the appointment of doctors to military positions that are not related to medical practice. The Cabinet of ministers has a month to implement changes and review the conditions for booking health workers.

War in Ukraine • December 5, 03:57 PM • 19748 views
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Fake disability in Arma: the expert pointed out the managerial failure of the head of the Duma agency

The head of the ARMA does not remove employees who are checked by the police for fictitious disability. Experts consider this inaction, which causes reputational losses to the agency.

Politics • December 5, 03:08 PM • 143666 views
Lubinets named two key factors for the return of Ukrainian prisoners of war from the Russian Federation

Ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets said that the return of prisoners of war from the Russian Federation is influenced by the strong Ukrainian army and international pressure. He stressed the importance of capturing Russian soldiers for the negotiation process.

War in Ukraine • December 5, 12:52 PM • 29411 views
Media: Poroshenko's son is wanted for failure to appear at TCC under summons

Oleksiy Poroshenko was put on the wanted list for ignoring two summonses to the Pechersk shopping center in Kyiv. According to media reports, the son of the former president, who holds the rank of lieutenant in the reserve, has been in London since the beginning of the full-scale invasion.

Society • December 5, 12:16 PM • 17147 views