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Armed Forces of Ukraine

Military formation
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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132 combat engagements took place in the frontline: the most intense in the Pokrovske and Kurakhove sectors - General Staff

Over the last day, 132 combat engagements took place, with the most difficult situation in the Pokrovske and Kurakhove sectors. The enemy launched 73 air strikes, carried out more than 610 drone attacks and about 3,000 shelling incidents.

War in Ukraine • October 23, 07:37 PM • 39590 views
Are rapists being mobilized? The Ministry of Defense will inspect the Obukhiv Military Training Center amid another scandal

The Main Inspectorate of the Ministry of Defense will conduct an inspection of the Obukhiv Military Training Center due to the scandal with the mobilization of rape suspects. If any signs of a crime are found, the materials will be transferred to the State Bureau of Investigation.

Crimes and emergencies • October 23, 03:27 PM • 18158 views
Rape of a 14-year-old girl in Zakarpattia: the suspects decided to mobilize, the Ministry of Defense assures that they were refused

Two 18-year-old rape suspects were denied mobilization to the Armed Forces. The Ministry of Defense will conduct an inspection of the Obukhiv military recruitment center, which accepted their requests for voluntary mobilization.

Society • October 23, 02:57 PM • 20841 views
Ukrainian military will eat more seasonal fruits and vegetables next year: what is known

The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine will increase purchases of farm products for the military starting in 2025. This will provide the Armed Forces with more fresh fruits and vegetables.

Society • October 23, 08:02 AM • 13834 views
SBU announces detention of Russian GRU agents preparing terrorist attack in Kyiv: 20-year-old girl among recruits

The SBU reported that two agents of a Russian GRU who were preparing a terrorist attack in Kyiv were detained. The attackers planned to detonate an improvised explosive device in a crowded place in the capital to spread panic, the SBU said.

War in Ukraine • October 23, 07:15 AM • 20603 views
There is one hostile Russian ship in the Black Sea, no Kalibr cruise missile carriers

There is one Russian ship in the Black Sea that does not carry cruise missiles. In the Mediterranean Sea, there are 3 ships with Kalibrs capable of launching up to 28 missiles.

War in Ukraine • October 23, 04:04 AM • 58094 views
There were 122 combat engagements in the frontline, the most intense in the Pokrovsk sector

There were 122 combat engagements in the frontline. The situation is the most tense in the Pokrovske and Kurakhove sectors, where the enemy is concentrating its main offensive efforts.

War in Ukraine • October 22, 07:53 PM • 47131 views
SBU detains organizers of draft evasion in Kyiv and Vinnytsia, including lawyer, military registration and enlistment commission official and fraudster

Organizers of mobilization evasion schemes were detained in Kyiv and Vinnytsia region. Among the detainees are a lawyer, a military registration and enlistment office official, and a fraudster who helped evade conscription by using forged documents.

Crimes and emergencies • October 22, 03:17 PM • 21301 views
An unexploded part of a Russian air-to-surface missile is found on the territory of Chernihiv region

An unexploded warhead of a Russian air-to-surface missile was found on agricultural land in Chernihiv region. Police explosive experts neutralized the munition by detonating it.

War in Ukraine • October 22, 12:57 PM • 15567 views
Syrsky and Pentagon chief discuss strengthening Ukraine's air defense

Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi met with Pentagon Chief Austin. They discussed the strengthening of air defense and the capabilities of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

War in Ukraine • October 22, 12:00 PM • 16313 views
Not only for alcohol, but also for the military: the CPD explained what distilleries in rf are for, and why they are under attack

In Russia, 4 distilleries used to produce fuel and explosives for military purposes were attacked. The CPJ explains the logic behind the attacks on these strategic facilities.

War in Ukraine • October 22, 06:44 AM • 14100 views
107 combat engagements in the frontline: most attacks took place in the Pokrovsk sector - General Staff

There were 107 combat engagements in the frontline, most of them in the Pokrovsk sector. The Ukrainian Armed Forces repelled numerous enemy attacks in various sectors, including Kupyansk, Lyman, Kramatorsk and others.

War in Ukraine • October 21, 08:00 PM • 42201 views
Comedian and soldier Viktor Rozovyi performed a symbolic kick in the match between Rukh and Karpaty

Viktor Rozovyi, a soldier with the 3rd Brigade, made the first shot in the Rukh vs. The comedian is undergoing rehabilitation after suffering a severe shrapnel wound to his head at the front.

Society • October 21, 06:26 PM • 25573 views
Umerov and Austin discussed the Victory Plan and investments in the Ukrainian defense industry

Ukrainian Defense Minister Umerov met with Pentagon Chief Austin. They discussed the situation on the frontline, the implementation of the Victory Plan, and attracting American investment in Ukraine's defense industry.

War in Ukraine • October 21, 05:22 PM • 30535 views
Detained, allegedly for cooperation with the AFU, and raped: Russian soldiers have been found to be involved in violence in Chernihiv region

Three Russian servicemen have been notified of being suspected of unlawful detention and sexual violence against a civilian woman in the village of Yahidne. The occupants ill-treated the victim, accusing her of collaborating with the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

War in Ukraine • October 21, 03:04 PM • 38518 views
Over a week, more than 140 means of aerial reconnaissance and attack were destroyed

Over the past week, the air defense of the Ukrainian Armed Forces neutralized 141 enemy aerial reconnaissance and attack vehicles. The destroyed UAVs include Shahed, Orlan, Lancet, Merlin and others.

War in Ukraine • October 21, 02:19 PM • 18527 views
Two more groups of arsonists of AFU vehicles and relay cabinets exposed in Ukraine

Law enforcement officers detained two groups that were setting fire to Ukrainian Armed Forces vehicles and relay cabinets on the orders of Russia. The detainees include five people, including two minors, who face up to 15 years in prison.

Crimes and emergencies • October 21, 01:47 PM • 17292 views
Zelensky on the Kursk operation: Ukraine has created a buffer zone on the territory of Russia

President Zelenskyy announced that the positions in the Kursk operation have been maintained. Thanks to this operation, a significant number of Ukrainians were freed from Russian captivity and a buffer zone was created in Russia.

War in Ukraine • October 21, 01:26 PM • 17581 views
Defense Forces destroy Russian Buk about 60 km from the contact line - General Staff

The Ukrainian Defense Forces successfully destroyed the Buk-M3 anti-aircraft missile system of the Russian occupiers. The complex, worth $40-50 million, was located at a distance of about 60 km from the front line.

War in Ukraine • October 21, 10:36 AM • 15521 views
Hrynkevych case: investigation into the supply of low-quality clothing for the Armed Forces worth UAH 1 billion completed

Law enforcement officers have completed an investigation against a Lviv businessman and his accomplices for supplying low-quality military clothing to the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The state's losses amounted to over UAH 1 billion, and the suspects were chosen a measure of restraint in the form of detention.

Crimes and emergencies • October 21, 09:42 AM • 13460 views
Avoid disclosing details in advance: the General Staff reminded of the rules for holding mass events during the war

The General Staff called for compliance with information security rules during mass events. It is recommended to avoid preliminary publications with precise details and not to disseminate information about the place and time until the event is over.

Society • October 21, 09:40 AM • 14920 views
Syrskyi to decide on new model of basic military training in December

The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Oleksandr Syrskyi, announced a pilot project to increase the duration of basic military training to 1. 5 months. A decision on the new model will be made in December after analyzing the results.

War in Ukraine • October 21, 08:10 AM • 15816 views
40 DPRK servicemen relocated to join assault in Kursk region - sources

40 North Korean soldiers have been moved to the Lga district of the Kursk region. Earlier, 18 of them tried to escape but were detained by Russians.

War in Ukraine • October 21, 07:36 AM • 16603 views
Oleh Hulyak is appointed Director General of Ukroboronprom

The Supervisory Board of Ukrainian Defense Industry JSC has appointed Oleh Hulyak as CEO. He has a military background and previously served as the Commander of the Logistics Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

Politics • October 21, 06:51 AM • 16244 views
Ukrainian paratroopers land newest Russian drone in Kursk region

The drone was destroyed by a Strela-10 surface-to-air missile system.

War in Ukraine • October 20, 05:08 PM • 31949 views
China supports the integration of dPRK troops into russia to see their effectiveness on the european battlefield - tymochko

China is interested in expanding the interaction between the DPRK and Russian troops to assess the adaptation of Asian troops to the European battlefield. 12 thousand North Korean troops are expected to arrive in Russia.

Politics • October 20, 11:41 AM • 27853 views
Occupants mostly shell Kryvyi Rih with ballistic missiles - RPA

Occupants are shelling Kryvyi Rih mainly with ballistic missiles from Crimea. After the enemy retreated beyond the Dnipro River, shelling with artillery and MLRS stopped, said the head of the Kryvyi Rih Regional Military Administration.

War in Ukraine • October 20, 10:56 AM • 25536 views
North Korean troops are likely to be redeployed to Kursk region first - Tymochko

Ivan Tymochko, head of the Armed Forces Reservists Council, suggests that North Korean soldiers will be sent to Kursk region first. This will give them time to adapt and allow Russia to maneuver politically.

War in Ukraine • October 20, 10:31 AM • 57447 views
The situation remains under our control: Syrsky on the operation in the Kursk region

Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi said that the situation in Sumy and Kursk regions is under control of Ukrainian troops. Despite the enemy's attempts to seize the initiative, the Armed Forces are effectively performing combat missions.

War in Ukraine • October 20, 07:01 AM • 22173 views
General Staff: 138 combat engagements took place in the frontline, the most intense in the Kurakhove sector

There were 138 combat engagements at the front, including 50 in the Kurakhove sector. The enemy attacked in different directions, including Kharkiv, Kupyansk, Lyman and other areas, but failed in many attempts.

War in Ukraine • October 19, 09:05 PM • 31345 views