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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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140 battles per day: where the occupiers attacked the most

There were 140 combat engagements in the frontline, 56 of them in the Kurakhove and 33 in the Pokrovsk sectors. The enemy carried out 97 air strikes and fired over 4,000 times.

War in Ukraine • November 6, 06:54 AM • 21453 views
Overnight 38 of 63 enemy drones were shot down over Ukraine

Russia attacked Ukraine with 63 Shahed and other drones and two guided missiles from the Black Sea. Air defense forces destroyed 38 UAVs in nine regions, and another 22 drones were lost.

War in Ukraine • November 6, 06:36 AM • 21653 views
Russia keeps one missile carrier in the Black Sea: 4-caliber volley

There is one Russian Kalibr cruise missile carrier ship in the Black Sea with a volley of up to 4 missiles. There is also one ship with 8 Kalibr missiles in the Mediterranean Sea.

War in Ukraine • November 6, 05:24 AM • 26151 views
DPRK Soldiers Suffer Significant Losses in First Battle of the Ukrainian Armed Forces - NYT

The North Korean military, together with the 810th Brigade of the Russian Federation, suffered significant losses in the first clash with the Ukrainian army. According to a U.S. official, the fighting was limited and of a reconnaissance nature.

War in Ukraine • November 6, 02:21 AM • 105536 views
Russian army builds up forces in occupied Genichesk - "ATESH"

In the temporarily occupied Genichesk, the redeployment of Russian reserve forces, including many mobilized from Crimea, was recorded. Occupation officers fear a possible offensive on the right bank of the Kherson region.

War in Ukraine • November 5, 10:17 PM • 19085 views
Umerov discusses supply of air defense systems with new NATO Special Representative to Ukraine

Ukraine's Defense Minister Rustem Umerov met with the new head of the NATO Representation, Patrick Turner. The parties discussed the supply of air defense systems and the implementation of the agreements reached at the NATO Summit in Washington.

War in Ukraine • November 5, 09:58 PM • 19842 views
Zelenskyy on DPRK military participation in the war: We must do everything to make this step to expand the war a loser

The President of Ukraine announced the need to counteract the appearance of North Korean troops in Russia. The first military clashes between the Ukrainian Armed Forces and DPRK soldiers have already taken place in the Kursk region.

War in Ukraine • November 5, 07:30 PM • 48698 views
Occupants shoot six captured Ukrainian servicemen in Pokrovsk sector: investigation launched

The Russian military shot six Ukrainian prisoners of war in the Pokrovsk sector. Three soldiers were killed on October 23 near Selydove, and three more on November 1 during an assault on Ukrainian Armed Forces fortifications.

War in Ukraine • November 5, 05:18 PM • 38610 views
Occupants reduce the number of attacks on Chasiv Yar. The Armed Forces of Ukraine gave the reason

The military has recorded a decrease in the number of attacks on Chasiv Yar, but the enemy is accumulating resources. The Russians are pulling up undercover personnel every night and preparing equipment for active combat.

War in Ukraine • November 5, 05:10 PM • 15704 views
Why do smartphone clocks go off during air raid alerts? The General Staff explained

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine explained the reasons for the disruption of the precise time system in mobile phones during the air raid. The malfunctions are caused by the use of electronic warfare and GPS coordinates spoofing.

War in Ukraine • November 5, 04:11 PM • 23414 views
Over 15 thousand police officers perform combat missions

More than 15,000 police officers out of 70-75,000 male police officers are performing combat missions in Ukraine. National Police units, such as “Rage” and “Predator,” operate in difficult areas.

War in Ukraine • November 5, 03:36 PM • 19346 views
First battles between the Ukrainian Armed Forces and DPRK troops: what the Minister of Defense of Ukraine said

Rustem Umerov confirms the first small-scale clashes between the Ukrainian Armed Forces and the North Korean military in the Kursk region of Russia. It is expected that 15 thousand DPRK troops will be involved, divided into 5 units along the entire front line.

War in Ukraine • November 5, 02:31 PM • 28354 views
First clashes with DPRK troops in Kursk region - media

The first military clashes between the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the North Korean military took place in the Kursk region. According to Zelensky, 11,000 DPRK troops are already in the region.

War in Ukraine • November 5, 12:06 PM • 59711 views
More than UAH 560 million transferred to the needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine from the NBU special account in October 2014

In October 2024, the NBU transferred UAH 563. 4 million for the needs of Ukraine's defense. The funds were distributed between the National Guard (UAH 49.9 million) and the Ministry of Defense (UAH 508.3 million), with a total balance of UAH 1.5 billion on the special account.

Economy • November 5, 11:04 AM • 17499 views
Russia keeps one missile carrier in the Black Sea

There is one Russian Kalibr cruise missile carrier ship in the Black Sea with a volley of up to 4 missiles. There is also one Russian ship in the Mediterranean with 8 Kalibr missiles.

War in Ukraine • November 5, 04:51 AM • 60792 views
Australia to provide Ukraine with 14 military boats to strengthen maritime defense

Australia will provide Ukraine with 14 fast and maneuverable boats worth $14 million. This is part of the military aid that has totaled more than $1.3 billion since the beginning of the war.

War in Ukraine • November 5, 03:11 AM • 122935 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces incurred 226 combat engagements in the frontline, 84 of them in the Kurakhove sector - General Staff

There were 226 combat engagements in the frontline, 84 of them in the Kurakhove sector. The occupants carried out 11 air strikes, 206 kamikaze attacks and almost 2,400 attacks on Ukrainian positions.

War in Ukraine • November 4, 09:26 PM • 21343 views
Occupants in Donetsk region use civilian trucks to transport weapons - guerrillas

Russians are using civilian trucks with reinforced suspension to transport weapons and ammunition in the Donetsk region. The ATES guerrilla movement reports an increase in the number of such camouflaged trucks.

War in Ukraine • November 4, 07:22 PM • 31632 views
Zelensky told about the results of the three-month operation of the Armed Forces in Kursk region

The Ukrainian armed forces have been holding the sanitary zone in the Kursk region of Russia for three months. The operation helped replenish the exchange fund for the release of Ukrainian prisoners.

War in Ukraine • November 4, 06:53 PM • 36635 views
Another fake about Ukrainian veterans has been created in the russian propaganda network

The Center for Countering Disinformation has exposed another russian fake about an alleged offer to buy steamed shoes at a discount for veterans of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The purpose of the disinformation is to create an image of contempt for veterans, to undermine trust in the government and social unity.

War in Ukraine • November 4, 03:54 PM • 20379 views
Zelensky held a meeting: Russia is using about ten times more “Shaheds” than last fall

Zelenskyy chaired a meeting of the Security Council to discuss countering Russian air attacks and strengthening air defense. They also discussed Ukrainian weapons production and long-term contracts with drone manufacturers.

Politics • November 4, 01:50 PM • 18122 views
In the capital, a drunk driver drove into a military vehicle, injuring him and his passenger

In Kyiv, a drunk driver of an Audi A5 crashed into a parked Mitsubishi L200 during the curfew and hit a soldier. The soldier and a passenger in the Audi were injured in the accident.

Kyiv • November 4, 11:33 AM • 27024 views
There are specialties in Ukrzaliznytsia where the shortage of personnel is more than 30%

Ukrzaliznytsia lacks more than 30% of employees in some specialties due to the outflow of personnel to the Armed Forces. Railroad specialties are losing popularity among applicants, which could lead to an even greater shortage in the future.

Society • November 4, 09:38 AM • 20643 views
Russia fires 80 drones and a ballistic missile at Ukraine, 50 drones are shot down

On the night of November 4, Russia attacked Ukraine with 80 kamikaze drones, Iskander-Ms, and guided aerial bombs. Air defense forces shot down 50 enemy UAVs in nine regions of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • November 4, 06:39 AM • 21210 views
Plus 1300 occupants and 11 tanks: General Staff updates data on enemy losses

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has released updated data on the losses of Russian troops over the past day. The total enemy losses amounted to 700,390 soldiers, 9193 tanks and other equipment.

War in Ukraine • November 4, 05:57 AM • 21715 views
Defense Forces Restore Position in Druzhba, Donetsk Oblast - DeepState

Ukrainian defense forces regained positions in Druzhba village in Donetsk region. At the same time, the enemy advanced near Maksymivka, Yasna Polyana, Bohoyavlenka and in Kreminna Balka.

Society • November 4, 02:40 AM • 95264 views
160 combat engagements took place in the frontline, 72 of them in the Kurakhove sector - Ukrainian Defense Ministry

Over the last day, 160 combat engagements took place, 72 of them in the Kurakhove sector. The enemy launched 62 air strikes and used 582 kamikaze drones, with the most active fighting in the Kurakhove and Pokrovsk sectors.

War in Ukraine • November 3, 09:04 PM • 37458 views
Ukrainian Defense Forces repel over 50 enemy attacks in Kurakhove sector - General Staff on the situation at the front

Over the past 24 hours, Russian troops engaged in 173 combat engagements and conducted 69 air strikes on Ukrainian positions. Most attacks were registered in the Kurakhove sector.

War in Ukraine • November 3, 08:37 AM • 21206 views
Ukrainian air defense destroyed 66 out of 96 Russian “shaheds” overnight

Ukraine's air defense shot down 66 attack drones and an X-59/69 missile during a night attack by Russia. The enemy launched 96 UAVs from the territory of Russia, combat operations continue.

War in Ukraine • November 3, 07:31 AM • 19472 views
Russian losses per day: 1410 occupants destroyed by Ukrainian Armed Forces

Over the past day, Ukrainian troops eliminated 1410 Russian occupants. They also destroyed 12 tanks, 36 infantry fighting vehicles and other enemy military equipment.

War in Ukraine • November 3, 05:47 AM • 21188 views