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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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Ukraine has not received almost half of the promised F-16s due to delivery delays - media

Belgium and Norway are delaying the transfer of 36 fighter jets due to problems with F-35s and aircraft repairs. Currently, Ukraine has received only a portion of the aircraft from Denmark and the Netherlands.

War in Ukraine • April 12, 09:58 PM • 17997 views
Holy Fire from Jerusalem arrives in Ukraine - border guards meet the relicPhoto

The relic was brought from Jerusalem via Warsaw and handed over to Volyn border guards. The fire was delivered to Lutsk and will later be sent to churches and the front.

Society • April 12, 09:28 AM • 5191 views
Easter under explosions - police show how they celebrate the holiday on dutyPhoto

The National Police congratulated Ukrainians on the holiday and published photos of their service in the combat zone. Law enforcement officers ensure security in cities and on the front line.

Society • April 12, 08:02 AM • 4912 views
Filatov named the true meaning of Easter and addressed Ukrainians

Dnipro Mayor Borys Filatov congratulated citizens on the holiday and emphasized the victory of good over evil. He called for love and faith in difficult times for the country.

Society • April 12, 07:25 AM • 5727 views
Fifth Easter during the war - Zelenskyy and his wife congratulated Ukrainians on the holidayVideo

The President emphasized the resilience of the people during the war and the importance of preserving traditions. He expressed hope for the return of all Ukrainians home.

Society • April 12, 06:52 AM • 37095 views
Syrskyi congratulated Ukrainians on Easter and reminded them of the price of victory in the war

The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine thanked the soldiers for defending the country in the trenches during the holiday. Oleksandr Syrskyi emphasized the inevitable victory of life over death.

Society • April 12, 05:53 AM • 4782 views
In Kharkiv region, Russian military shot four Ukrainian prisoners of war – DeepStateVideo

Near the village of Veterynarne, the occupiers shot four captured Ukrainian Armed Forces soldiers. DeepState analysts have video evidence of the violation of the rules of war.

War in Ukraine • April 11, 09:16 PM • 3604 views
Erroneous entries about women in the "Oberih" register will be removed by the end of April - Ministry of Defense

The Ministry of Defense will correct technical errors regarding the military registration of women and annul fines in "Reserve+". Those affected are advised to contact the ministry's hotlines.

Society • April 11, 01:23 PM • 3597 views
Russian army moves up to 65 units of equipment to Huliaipole daily - AndriushchenkoPhotoVideo

The occupiers send up to 65 units of transport daily to replenish losses. Manpower from Crimea and occupied Kherson region arrives in the north of Donetsk region.

War in Ukraine • April 11, 07:43 AM • 5279 views
AFU has successes in 4 key directions, Russians have no successes - ISW

Ukrainian military forces are making progress near Kupyansk, Yampil, Pokrovsk, and Huliaipole. Russian occupiers have not been able to advance on any of the offensive sectors.

War in Ukraine • April 11, 07:11 AM • 10255 views
The Ukrainian Armed Forces' Unmanned Systems Forces hit 1,400 enemy targets in a day.Photo

SBS units destroyed 160 occupiers and over 200 drones in one day. In the first ten days of April, the total number of targets hit exceeded 13,000 units.

War in Ukraine • April 11, 06:51 AM • 4395 views
Commander of the 11th Army Corps of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Sirchenko dismissed after loss of Siversk

Serhiy Sirchenko left the post of commander of the 11th Army Corps after 500 days of service. The dismissal took place against the backdrop of the occupation of Siversk by Russian troops.

War in Ukraine • April 11, 06:19 AM • 16977 views
Russia attacked Ukraine with 160 drones of various types, 133 UAVs were shot down - Ukrainian Air ForcePhoto

The enemy attacked Ukraine with 160 drones of various types from the territory of the Russian Federation, occupied Donetsk and Crimea. Defense forces destroyed 133 UAVs, 20 hits were recorded in ten locations.

War in Ukraine • April 11, 05:15 AM • 5162 views
Over 40 attacks - government names number of Russian strikes on trains since March

Deputy Prime Minister Kuleba reported massive shelling of rolling stock and locomotives. Movement is restricted for the safety of passengers and preservation of equipment.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 02:14 PM • 3306 views
Fake "missing wives" and deferrals - draft evasion scheme through court exposedPhoto

A scheme of evading military service through fictitious court decisions about missing wives was exposed in Konotop. A judge, a lawyer, and an evader were served with suspicion notices.

Society • April 10, 10:57 AM • 3446 views
No basic military training for students - Zelenskyy signed a law on studying the basics of national resistance in universities and colleges

The discipline "Fundamentals of National Resistance" is being introduced in universities and colleges for all students. The training includes working with weapons and medicine.

Society • April 10, 10:33 AM • 3493 views
Error in one of the TCCs led to women being put on the wanted list via "Oberih" - FedorovVideo

Mykhailo Fedorov announced the cancellation of the search and fines for women after a technical glitch. The Armed Forces of Ukraine also denied rumors about the preparation of women's mobilization.

Society • April 10, 09:53 AM • 3823 views
Russia may involve strategic reserves and wants to capture Druzhkivka, Kostiantynivka, and Pokrovsk by the end of April, but this is impossible - Zelenskyy

Russia may involve strategic reserves to increase its grouping and plans to capture new cities. The Armed Forces of Ukraine destroy as many occupiers as the enemy mobilizes.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 06:44 AM • 3915 views
Ukraine may receive only 6 F-16s from Norway no earlier than 2027 due to technical problemsPhoto

Due to technical malfunction and lack of parts, the repair of Norwegian aircraft will take years. None of the promised aircraft have yet been delivered to the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 01:52 AM • 4375 views
Ukraine is supplied with fuel and has reserves for a year even in the event of a global crisis - Zelenskyy

The President of Ukraine announced agreements with partners on reserve fuel supplies. The priority in resource distribution remains meeting the needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

Society • April 9, 02:25 PM • 7722 views
Ukraine has returned the bodies of 1,000 deceased. Russia claims these are the remains of Ukrainian servicemenPhoto

The remains of 1,000 deceased individuals have been repatriated to Ukraine for identification. After examinations, the bodies will be handed over to families for subsequent burial.

War in Ukraine • April 9, 12:10 PM • 3017 views
260 attacks repelled in Pokrovsk direction in a week - Syrskyi reports high enemy activity

Syrskyi reported extremely high intensity of fighting in the Pokrovsk direction. The Commander-in-Chief discussed countering enemy drones with commanders.

War in Ukraine • April 9, 11:10 AM • 2658 views
Ruslan Oliynyk appointed First Deputy Head of Kyiv Regional State Administration

The government approved the appointment of Ruslan Oliynyk to a position in the Kyiv Regional State Administration. He will coordinate the work of departments and implement regional programs.

Society • April 9, 07:42 AM • 3218 views
Drones neutralize more occupiers than Russia manages to recruit - Syrskyi

Syrskyi stated that enemy casualties from drones increased by 50% in March. Ukrainian UAVs perform over 11,000 combat missions daily at the front.

War in Ukraine • April 9, 05:45 AM • 3454 views
Enemy lost over 1000 soldiers and 2200 drones in a day - General Staff

The General Staff reported the elimination of 1040 occupiers and the destruction of 2238 UAVs in a day. The Defense Forces regained control over 12 settlements and 480 sq km.

War in Ukraine • April 9, 04:44 AM • 3813 views
"Madyar" confirmed the hit on the enemy oil terminal in Feodosia - showed videoVideo

The Unmanned Systems Forces attacked an oil depot in Crimea and destroyed Buk and Tor air defense systems and a Zoopark radar. UAV and ammunition depots in the occupied territories were also hit.

War in Ukraine • April 8, 09:32 AM • 4733 views
Over 1000 soldiers and almost two thousand drones: General Staff announced enemy losses for the day

The General Staff updated data on occupiers' losses for April 7. The Defense Forces eliminated over a thousand servicemen and destroyed 1960 enemy UAVs in one day.

War in Ukraine • April 8, 04:44 AM • 4349 views
Russian army pulls up artillery in Pokrovsk direction, small arms battles continue in Hryshyne - Air Assault Forces

Defense Forces destroyed five enemy cannons near Pokrovsk and Myrnohrad. Intense small arms battles continue in the southeastern part of Hryshyne.

War in Ukraine • April 7, 04:00 PM • 4021 views
Ministry of Defense named conditions for the Armed Forces of Ukraine to switch to summer uniform

The transition to summer uniform depends on the weather and command orders. The set includes a cap, combat shirts, and special summer footwear.

Society • April 7, 02:06 PM • 7019 views
From the IMF package - the Rada extended the payment of military tax for three years after the end of the war

The Parliament adopted a law on the preservation of military tax for individuals and sole proprietors after the war. The funds will be directed to a special fund for the needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

Economy • April 7, 01:07 PM • 2698 views