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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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Chief Psychiatrist of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Druz planned to purchase a villa in Turkey for €650,000: a source provided new details of the case

New details have emerged in the case of Oleg Druz - he planned to buy a luxury villa in Turkey.

Crimes and emergencies • January 25, 11:29 AM • 32870 views
General Staff: situation in frontline is the hottest in Pokrovsk and Kramatorsk sectors

Over the last day, 211 combat engagements took place in the frontline, most of them in the Pokrovsk and Kramatorsk sectors. The enemy carried out 40 air strikes and fired over 4,000 times, using 1,410 kamikaze drones.

War in Ukraine • January 25, 07:12 AM • 32037 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces destroyed 1650 occupants within a day - General Staff

Over the past day, the invaders lost 1650 soldiers, 7 tanks and 37 armored vehicles. Total enemy losses in manpower since the beginning of the war have reached 828,470.

War in Ukraine • January 25, 05:22 AM • 32669 views
Enemy drones maneuver in seven regions of Ukraine at once: where they are headed

The Ukrainian Air Force reports active maneuvering of enemy drones in several regions of Ukraine. The UAVs are changing directions and courses, which may indicate that they are preparing for attacks.

War in Ukraine • January 24, 11:03 PM • 43688 views
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Former MoD official Liev could not refuse to accept machine guns: lawyer explains why

The lawyer explained that Liev, as the head of the Defense Ministry's department, was obliged to accept the machine guns after the military signed Form 22. The military is responsible for the quality of the weapons, as they check and sign the documents.

Politics • January 24, 05:43 PM • 203722 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces hold 117 combat engagements in the frontline, the most intense in the Pokrovsk sector - General Staff

Over the last day, 117 combat engagements took place in various sectors of the frontline. The highest enemy activity was recorded in the Pokrovsk sector, where the occupants made 46 attempts to attack.

War in Ukraine • January 24, 04:19 PM • 28112 views
Unauthorized military transfers: The Air Force has been reminded where to turn in case of violations

The Air Force Command has reminded hotlines to report unauthorized transfers of servicemen to other branches of the military. The specialties from which transfers are prohibited have been defined.

Society • January 24, 03:29 PM • 32834 views
The case of the defense of Kharkiv region: General Galushkin proposes to send him to the front

Brigadier General Yuriy Halushkin, the Kharkiv Brigade, appealed to the President to send him to the front. Today, the Pechersk court is choosing a preventive measure for him for the second time.

Crimes and emergencies • January 24, 03:18 PM • 28729 views
Military personnel will have access to free storage of reproductive cells: how it will work

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the procedure for free storage of military personnel's reproductive cells in medical institutions. The state budget for 2025 provides UAH 190 million for the project.

Politics • January 24, 03:00 PM • 30461 views
Ukraine returns bodies of 757 fallen defenders

The bodies of 757 fallen soldiers were returned to Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • January 24, 11:59 AM • 32890 views
Head of the NACP comments on the situation with declarations of the Chief Psychiatrist of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

The NACP chairman explained the lack of a full verification of the declarations of Oleh Druz, who was detained for illegal enrichment. The Armed Forces psychiatrist purchased real estate and cars worth more than $1 million during the war.

Society • January 24, 11:52 AM • 27039 views
Famous Kharkiv blogger Annette probably died in an accident: what is known

An accident occurred on the Kyiv-Kharkiv-Dovzhansky highway, killing Kharkiv blogger Anna Zhuk (Annette). Her husband and young child were also injured in the accident and hospitalized.

Society • January 24, 11:13 AM • 41861 views
Situation in Velyka Novosilka escalates: Russians try to surround the settlement

Russian troops are trying to encircle Velyka Novosilka, the situation is complicated. The Commander-in-Chief visited the area of responsibility to monitor the situation and consider options for resolving it.

War in Ukraine • January 24, 10:11 AM • 35470 views
General Staff confirms damage to oil refineries in the Ryazan region and a plant in Bryansk

The General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces confirmed successful strikes on oil refineries in Ryazan and a microelectronics plant in Bryansk. The Kremniy El plant produced components for Russian missile and air defense systems.

War in Ukraine • January 24, 10:00 AM • 32655 views
Russia deployed two ships with Kalibr missiles to the Black Sea: what is known about the threat

There are 2 Russian Kalibr cruise missile carriers in the Black Sea with a total volley of up to 4 missiles. In the Mediterranean Sea, there are 6 Russian ships, 2 of which have up to 22 Kalibr missiles on board.

War in Ukraine • January 24, 06:34 AM • 32110 views
125 combat engagements in 24 рщгкы: half of the clashes in the Pokrovsk sector

Over the last day, 125 combat engagements took place, 63 of them in the Pokrovsk sector. The enemy launched 2 missile and 58 air strikes, making over 5,000 attacks.

War in Ukraine • January 24, 06:24 AM • 31900 views
Plus 1500 more occupants and more than 150 pieces of equipment: General Staff updates data on enemy losses

The General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces released data on Russian troop losses as of January 24. Over the past day, 1500 occupants, 2 tanks, 11 armored personnel carriers and other military equipment were destroyed.

War in Ukraine • January 24, 06:16 AM • 35102 views
A year after the crash of the IL-76 in the Belgorod region: what is known about the tragedy

A year ago, a Russian Il-76 allegedly carrying Ukrainian prisoners of war crashed in the Belgorod region. Russia blames Ukraine, but refuses to open an international investigation and does not provide evidence.

News of the World • January 24, 05:15 AM • 36624 views
Defense forces in Kursk region repel 12 Russian attacks - General Staff

Ukrainian troops repelled 12 attacks by Russian troops in the Kursk region. In the Pokrovsk sector, the enemy carried out 63 offensives, eliminating 189 occupants and damaging equipment.

War in Ukraine • January 23, 09:02 PM • 86406 views
Russians seize another settlement in Donetsk region - DeepState

After a month of defense and two weeks in the encirclement, the 59th Separate Mechanized Brigade was forced to leave Novovasylivka. The enemy, consisting of units of the 27th mechanized brigade and special forces, continued to attack Uspenivka.

War in Ukraine • January 23, 08:42 PM • 39264 views
StratCom denies Bezuhlaya's statement about “million-dollar general bonuses”

The Armed Forces of Ukraine's StratCom denied MP Bezuhla's information about excessive bonuses to the command. In 2024, the Commander-in-Chief's incentive fund amounted to UAH 19 million for 426 servicemen of various categories.

War in Ukraine • January 23, 07:54 PM • 38549 views
New ChatGPT model will be free of charge - Altman

Sam Altman announced the launch of a free version of ChatGPT o3-mini. The new model will have improved thinking capabilities, and premium users will receive an unlimited number of requests.

News of the World • January 23, 07:10 PM • 42873 views
Syrsky denies that Russians were allowed to escape during the 2022 counteroffensive in Kharkiv region

The Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces denied that he had deliberately allowed the Russians to retreat from the Kharkiv region. He explained that the advance of troops had slowed down due to a lack of equipment, ammunition, and personnel exhaustion.

War in Ukraine • January 23, 06:59 PM • 33220 views
The most critical moment in the defense of Kyiv was during the battles for Moshchun-Syrskyi

Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi spoke about the critical battle of Moshchun during the defense of Kyiv. The Russians were planning a large-scale crossing of the Irpin River, but Ukrainian troops destroyed the crossings and forced the enemy to retreat.

War in Ukraine • January 23, 06:24 PM • 35622 views
Syrskyi on the operation in Kursk region: it gave hope that this offensive is not the last

The Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, Oleksandr Syrskyi, spoke about the successful offensive in the Kursk region of Russia. According to him, this operation greatly motivated the military and gave hope for further offensives.

War in Ukraine • January 23, 06:09 PM • 62428 views
“Not like in North Korea, but necessary": Syrsky on the introduction of censorship

Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi said that censorship is necessary in times of war, but not like in North Korea. According to him, it helps to keep military operations secret.

War in Ukraine • January 23, 05:50 PM • 32357 views
MFA on lowering the mobilization age: let's wait for Ukrainian-American contacts

Foreign Ministry spokesperson Heorhiy Tykhyi urged to wait for Ukrainian-American contacts on the issue of mobilization age. Kyiv emphasizes the priority of arming existing units instead of increasing the number of troops.

War in Ukraine • January 23, 05:40 PM • 33232 views
It's still going on: Foreign Ministry on US military aid to Ukraine

The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry confirms the continuation of military aid from the United States. Earlier, there were reports of delays in deliveries and unused $4 billion under Biden's presidency.

War in Ukraine • January 23, 03:05 PM • 24882 views
Mobilization of students and teachers during the holidays: the Ministry of Education and Science assured that this is not provided for by law

The Minister of Education denies the possibility of mobilizing students and teachers during the holidays, despite a new Cabinet resolution. The government plans to amend the procedure for granting deferrals from the draft.

Society • January 23, 02:53 PM • 31072 views
SBU detains 10 people for attempt to sell trophy weapons from the frontline

Law enforcement officers exposed a scheme of illegal sale of trophy weapons in different regions of Ukraine. The law enforcement seized grenade launchers, sniper rifles and other weapons that were planned to be sold to criminals.

War in Ukraine • January 23, 02:39 PM • 22820 views