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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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SBU and National Police blocked new "schemes for draft dodgers": among those detained are a former Cabinet official and heads of higher education institutionsPhoto

The SBU and National Police have eliminated six schemes for evading mobilization in various regions of Ukraine. 14 organizers have been detained, including a former Cabinet official and the leadership of higher education institutions, who sold "services" for $1,500 to $13,000.

Crimes and emergencies • October 8, 01:02 AM • 37134 views
Russians advanced near several settlements in Zaporizhzhia and Sumy regions - DeepStatePhoto

According to the monitoring project DeepState, Russian troops advanced near Novomykolaivka, Novoivanivka, Okhotnyche, Malynivka, Vyshneve, and Poltavka. The combat map was updated on October 8 at 01:15.

War in Ukraine • October 7, 11:11 PM • 3680 views
Russian agent gets 15 years for attempting to install GPS tracker on Ukrainian Armed Forces vehicle

The Security Service of Ukraine sentenced a Russian agent to 15 years in prison for attempting to install a GPS tracker on a vehicle accompanying Ukrainian Armed Forces convoys in Kirovohrad Oblast. The perpetrator, recruited through Telegram channels, involved a minor in carrying out the task, and also monitored checkpoints and TCC buildings.

Crimes and emergencies • October 7, 08:30 PM • 15128 views
Fictitious staff and "reservation" cost the budget almost a million hryvnias: hospital management on trial in KharkivPhoto

The director and senior nurse of a Kharkiv hospital have been brought to court for embezzling almost a million hryvnias of budget funds. They are accused of fictitious employment and illegal reservation from mobilization.

Society • October 7, 04:50 PM • 3559 views
Advantage in FPV drone use is with the Ukrainian army, but the enemy is trying to achieve parity - Syrskyi

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi reported that in September, Ukrainian drones hit 66. 5 thousand enemy targets, destroying 18,159 occupiers. The advantage in the use of FPV drones remains with the Defense Forces, although the enemy is trying to achieve parity.

War in Ukraine • October 7, 10:18 AM • 3442 views
Drones, robots, and AI are changing the 'kill zone' on the battlefield: the Armed Forces of Ukraine spoke about the capabilities of UGV at the DFNC3 forumPhoto

Ground robotic systems are actively used for evacuating the wounded, logistics, reconnaissance, and engaging the enemy, having transported over 500 tons of cargo in a month.

Society • October 7, 08:40 AM • 3604 views
Half of 139 battles – in three directions: General Staff mapPhoto

Over the past day, 139 combat engagements were recorded at the front, more than half of which occurred in the Pokrovsk, Toretsk, and Novopavlivka directions. The enemy launched two missile and 66 air strikes, used three missiles, 143 guided bombs, and 5301 kamikaze drones.

War in Ukraine • October 7, 05:37 AM • 3922 views
Head of Mykolaiv KEU embezzled UAH 1.4 million allocated for the country's defense

DBR employees reported suspicion to the head of Mykolaiv KEU for embezzling UAH 1. 4 million allocated for defense. The official purchased timber through a shell company at twice the price of state forestry enterprises.

Crimes and emergencies • October 6, 10:50 PM • 20248 views
172 combat engagements took place at the front, occupiers used 3382 kamikaze drones - General Staff

Since the beginning of the day, 172 combat engagements have been recorded at the front. Russian troops used 3382 kamikaze drones and carried out 2971 shelling attacks.

War in Ukraine • October 6, 07:38 PM • 3705 views
New system for night movement: digital passes to operate in Kyiv from 2026

From next year, movement in Kyiv during curfew will be possible with special passes. An information and communication system for managing digital passes will be created for this purpose.

Society • October 6, 02:56 PM • 5548 views
Conflict during mobilization check in Kyiv: man taken away by ambulancePhoto

On October 6, in Kyiv, a wanted conscript was stopped by representatives of the TCC and the National Police. During the conflict, the man felt unwell and was hospitalized.

Society • October 6, 01:42 PM • 3497 views
Collected aid for the Armed Forces under the guise of military personnel: in Zaporizhzhia, dealers "earned" over UAH 8 million on humanitarian aid

A group of fraudsters has been detained in Zaporizhzhia who, posing as military personnel, sold humanitarian aid, earning over UAH 8 million. The organizer turned out to be a 29-year-old contract soldier of the Armed Forces of Ukraine who had voluntarily left his military unit.

Crimes and emergencies • October 6, 01:11 PM • 2568 views
Rada to consider bill on Cyber Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine tomorrow - General Staff

The Verkhovna Rada will consider the draft law "On the Cyber Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine" on October 7. This will accelerate changes to combat the aggressor.

Politics • October 6, 12:59 PM • 7426 views
Training centers are moving deeper into the country, away from the front line - Syrskyi

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi announced the relocation of training centers deeper into the country due to the threat of drones and missiles. Basic combined arms training now lasts 51 days, including a course on anti-drone warfare.

Society • October 6, 11:59 AM • 14154 views
Full Moon on October 7: Astrologer Bazylenko explained how it will affect Ukraine

The Full Moon on October 7 in Aries will activate the financial zones of Ukraine's horoscope, which will affect material support and international aid. The astrologer predicts successful operations of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the restoration of territories due to the harmonious connection of Mars, Uranus, and Saturn.

Society • October 6, 06:00 AM • 37719 views
Since the beginning of the day, 188 battles have been recorded at the front: the hottest spots are in the Pokrovsk and Novopavlivka directions

Over the past day, October 4, there were 188 combat engagements between the Defense Forces and Russian occupiers. The enemy launched 81 air strikes, dropped 182 guided aerial bombs, and carried out 4373 shellings.

War in Ukraine • October 5, 06:00 AM • 4831 views
MiG-31K takes off in Russia: missile threat to all of Ukraine

On the morning of October 5, an air raid alert was declared throughout Ukraine due to the takeoff of a Russian MiG-31K fighter jet. This aircraft is a carrier of Kinzhal hypersonic missiles.

War in Ukraine • October 5, 03:13 AM • 21751 views
Poland scrambled fighter jets due to massive Russian attack on Ukraine

The Polish and NATO air forces scrambled aircraft on the night of October 5. This happened due to a combined Russian air attack on Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • October 5, 02:53 AM • 6589 views
Air Force warned of possible launch of "Kalibrs" from the Black Sea

On October 5 at 03:34, the Armed Forces of Ukraine recorded possible launches of Kalibr cruise missiles from the Black Sea. This happened after several Tu-95 aircraft took off in Russia, which may indicate a possible missile attack.

War in Ukraine • October 5, 12:42 AM • 4385 views
Several Tu-95 aircraft took off: there is a threat of a missile attack

On the night of October 5, Russia launched several Tu-95 aircraft. The Armed Forces of Ukraine warn of a possible missile attack.

War in Ukraine • October 4, 10:23 PM • 3917 views
143 combat engagements took place at the front: the General Staff named the hottest areas of the day

Since the beginning of October 4, 143 combat engagements have been recorded on the Russian-Ukrainian front. The invaders carried out 57 air strikes, dropped 119 guided aerial bombs, and used 3,890 kamikaze drones.

War in Ukraine • October 4, 08:14 PM • 3780 views
Defense Forces stabilized the situation in the Yampil area on the Lyman direction - Syrskyi

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi reported on the stabilization of the situation in Yampil, Donetsk region. Units of the Special Operations Forces, Ground Forces, and National Guard are conducting search operations to eliminate the remnants of enemy sabotage groups.

War in Ukraine • October 4, 04:40 PM • 6502 views
General Staff confirmed hit on oil refinery in the Leningrad region, enemy ship and equipment, and the command post of the 8th Russian army

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed the damage to a number of important aggressor targets, including the Kirishinefteorgsintez oil refinery and the small missile ship Buyan-M. The Garmon radar complex, the Iskander transport-loading vehicle, and the command post of the 8th enemy army were also hit.

War in Ukraine • October 4, 08:29 AM • 93411 views
Removal from the wanted list and exclusion from military registration for 20 thousand dollars: a Ministry of Justice official detainedPhoto

The deputy head of the department of the Central Interregional Directorate of the Ministry of Justice was detained for organizing a scheme to remove from military registration and the wanted list. He offered conscripts to resolve the issue for 20 thousand US dollars, referring to connections in the TCC and medical institutions.

Society • October 3, 11:36 AM • 2496 views
Over half a ton of dumplings for the military - a Ukrainian record set in KamianskePhoto

Over 120 participants in Kamianske molded 539 kg of homemade dumplings for the Armed Forces of Ukraine, setting a national record. This event took place within the framework of the "MHP Poruch" military support program.

Society • October 3, 10:51 AM • 2723 views
In Chernihiv region, a TCC official was exposed in a scheme of evading conscription for those liable for military servicePhoto

In Chernihiv region, the head of a TCC department was exposed for removing men of conscription age from the register. She unauthorizedly changed information in the accounting system, which allowed them to avoid service and cross the border.

Crimes and emergencies • October 3, 08:56 AM • 2875 views
17 out of 35 Russian missiles and 303 out of 381 drones neutralized over Ukraine overnight

On the night of October 3, Russia launched 35 missiles and 381 drones at Ukraine; 303 drones and 17 missiles were neutralized. Energy facilities in the Kharkiv and Poltava regions were attacked, and the Sumy, Dnipropetrovsk, Odesa, and Kyiv regions also suffered.

War in Ukraine • October 3, 07:29 AM • 3140 views
More than half of the 162 battles concentrated in three directions: map from the General StaffPhoto

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported 162 combat engagements over the past day, more than half of which occurred in the Pokrovsk, Novopavlivka, and Toretsk directions. The enemy launched 70 air strikes, dropped 174 guided aerial bombs, and used 5,888 kamikaze drones.

War in Ukraine • October 3, 05:48 AM • 4083 views
Russia lost a tank, an armored vehicle, and 970 servicemen in a day of war in Ukraine

On October 2, the Russian army lost 970 servicemen and dozens of pieces of equipment. The total enemy losses from 24.02.22 to 03.10.25 have been adjusted.

War in Ukraine • October 3, 04:29 AM • 8739 views
Forced evacuation of families with children to be expanded in Kharkiv region

In the Kharkiv region, plans are underway to expand the forced evacuation of families with children in the Velykyi Burluk direction. Currently, evacuation is ongoing in the Kupyansk and Izium directions, and Kupyansk remains under the control of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

Society • October 3, 12:36 AM • 26844 views