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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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Olympic saber Harlan brought 10 million hryvnias during the auction: money will be allocated to the Armed Forces

Olga Harlan's Olympic saber was sold at auction for UAH 10 million. The funds will be used to purchase ShaBlya automated turrets for the Ukrainian infantry, said Serhiy Prytula.

Society • August 16, 08:59 AM • 16029 views
Center for Countering Disinformation exposes new russian fakes about events in kursk region

The Center for Public Integrity has detected a new wave of russian disinformation about the events in the Kursk region. The fakes concern “Ukrainian Nazis,” Western journalists, “false flag” provocations, and the participation of foreigners in the operation.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 08:40 AM • 31933 views
SBU neutralizes FSB agent network in Kherson

The SBU detained three FSB agents in Kherson who were collecting intelligence on the Defense Forces. The criminals planned to attract more “like-minded people” through the Telegram channel for espionage.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 07:13 AM • 28648 views
Border breakthrough and destruction of enemy defenses: General Staff showed the first hours of the operation in the Kursk region

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine released a video of the first hours of the operation in the Kursk region on August 6, 2024. The key success factors were preparation, surprise, morale, and information silence.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 06:15 AM • 20431 views
General Staff: 144 combat engagements over the last day, the hottest in the Pokrovsk sector

There were 144 combat engagements in the frontline, almost a third of them in the Pokrovsk sector. The enemy launched 7 missile and 74 air strikes, dropping 101 drones. Defense forces are repelling the attacks.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 05:37 AM • 25360 views
Plus 1330 occupants and 12 tanks: General Staff updates data on enemy losses

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has updated data on the losses of the Russian army in Ukraine. Over the past day, the occupiers lost 1,330 soldiers, 12 tanks and 59 artillery systems.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 05:06 AM • 20004 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces capture about 2000 Russian soldiers in Kursk region - The Independent

Ukrainian troops conducted a large-scale operation in the Kursk region of the Russian Federation, capturing about 2,000 Russian soldiers.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 12:22 AM • 105910 views
Occupants approach Pokrovsk, authorities ask residents to evacuate

Russian troops have approached Pokrovsk to within 10 km. The authorities are urging residents to evacuate immediately, providing contact numbers to organize their departure.

Society • August 15, 09:42 PM • 33740 views
Fraudsters send fake letters in Kharkiv region on behalf of RMA head

Fraudsters are sending fake messages on behalf of Oleg Sinegubov, asking for financial assistance for his defense lawyers. The RMA urges you to be vigilant and check the information to avoid falling for the manipulations of criminals.

Society • August 15, 07:34 PM • 23675 views
Malyuk: SBU, Armed Forces and GUR joined negotiation group on prisoner exchange with Russia

SBU Head Vasyl Malyuk announces the capture of 102 Russian servicemen in Kursk region. The negotiating group for the exchange of prisoners was expanded to include representatives of the SBU, the GUR, the MIA, the Armed Forces, the SZR and the Ombudsman.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 06:11 PM • 85449 views
Payments and preferences for the military involved in the Kursk region: Zelensky introduced a bill

The President introduced a draft law on social protection of the military participating in operations in Russia. The draft law provides for payments and preferences for those serving on the front line.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 06:02 PM • 75667 views
The Ministry of Defense: 1.1 thousand electronic reports have already been submitted through “Army+”

123 military units have implemented the procedure for submitting electronic reports through Army+. The app allows you to submit reports in minutes, having the same legal force as paper reports.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 05:30 PM • 31056 views
Lithuania hands over another military aid package to Ukraine

On August 15, Lithuania sent Ukraine another batch of military aid, including forklifts, trailers, and folding beds. In total, Lithuania has provided over 641 million euros in aid to Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 03:55 PM • 43825 views
In Kursk region, Ukrainian soldiers killed a dozen Russians in one operation: video

The soldiers of the 8th Regiment of the Special Forces of Ukraine conducted a successful operation behind enemy lines in the Kursk region of Russia. An enemy truck with military personnel and those trying to hide were destroyed in a few minutes.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 03:43 PM • 37658 views
Procurement agencies of the Ministry of Defense have contracted weapons and logistics equipment for over UAH 280 billion

Defense procurement agencies have signed contracts to supply the army with weapons and logistics worth over UAH 280 billion. The procurement includes modern weapons systems, ammunition, clothing, protective equipment and food.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 03:06 PM • 36637 views
Russia redirects some units from regions in Ukraine to the Kursk area - Kirby

White House Communications Advisor John Kirby said that according to US information, Russia is redeploying some units to the Kursk area from regions in or near Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 03:04 PM • 33360 views
Podoliak on the Kursk operation: a new topic for potential negotiations has been added - the territorial integrity of the Russian Federation

The OP adviser commented on the operation of the armed forces in the Kursk region of Russia. According to him, this has added a new topic to potential negotiations - the territorial integrity of Russia, although a just peace is still far away.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 02:38 PM • 37331 views
Head of company from Khmelnytskyi region suspected of embezzling UAH 5.7 million on drones for the Armed Forces of Ukraine

In Netishyn, the head of a UAV manufacturing company is suspected of embezzling UAH 5. 7 million in budget funds. Instead of high-quality components, cheaper analogs were installed on the drones.

Crimes and emergencies • August 15, 01:56 PM • 15887 views
Russians shoot fake videos about "atrocities" of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in Kursk region - Center for Countering Disinformation

The head of the National Security and Defense Council's Center for Political Analysis reported that Russians were filming staged videos in Kursk region. The filming involves structures funded by the Russian Defense Ministry, including the Kryla Theater Studio.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 01:55 PM • 98836 views
Sold armored cars imported as humanitarian aid: a serviceman and his accomplice detained in Odesa region

Two people, including a military officer, were detained in Odesa region for trying to sell two armored minibuses brought in as humanitarian aid. The suspects face up to 7 years in prison for the illegal sale of humanitarian aid.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 01:22 PM • 74535 views
Military vehicles were set on fire in Kharkiv and Prykarpattia: three more Russian accomplices detained

Law enforcers detained three people who set fire to military off-road vehicles on the orders of Russia. Two of the suspects acted in Prykarpattia, and one in Kharkiv. They face up to 10 years in prison.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 01:07 PM • 22289 views
Zelensky: strategy for the return of Ukrainians from Russian captivity presented at the Stavka

The Supreme Commander-in-Chief's Staff presented a strategy for the return of Ukrainians from Russian captivity. The President instructed the agencies to hold a briefing and engage civil society organizations in this work.

Society • August 15, 12:49 PM • 44794 views
In the East, the Ukrainian Armed Forces are focused on preventing Russian advance towards Toretsk and Pokrovsk-Syrskyi

Commander-in-Chief Syrsky declared the situation in eastern and southern Ukraine under control. The Ukrainian Armed Forces advanced 35 km in the Kursk region of the Russian Federation, taking control of 82 settlements and establishing a military commandant's office.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 12:23 PM • 41181 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces set up military commandant's office on the territory of Kursk region - Syrsky

Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrsky announced the establishment of a military commandant's office in the Ukrainian-controlled territory of Kursk region. The Ukrainian Armed Forces took control of 82 settlements, advancing 35 kilometers and controlling more than 1,000 square kilometers of Russian territory.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 12:04 PM • 38661 views
SBU exposes entrepreneur who supplied low-quality FPV drones to the Armed Forces of Ukraine

The director of a private company from Kyiv region won a tender for 1,000 FPV drones for the Armed Forces, but delivered low-quality drones. The suspect faces up to 12 years in prison for embezzlement on a large scale.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 11:48 AM • 26943 views
Ukraine is increasing the number of exports of finished products through seaports - Solomchuk

Ukrainian ports are highly efficient, exporting not only raw materials but also finished products.

Economy • August 15, 11:21 AM • 31251 views
Enemy strikes at Zolochiv in Kharkiv region, 4 wounded - military administration

The center of Zolochiv, Kharkiv region, was attacked by Russian troops. Four people were injured, including a 12-year-old boy.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 11:15 AM • 27671 views
Ukraine has launched the Iron Range project for Ukrainian arms manufacturers: what does it involve

The Ministry of Defense has launched the Iron Range project for free testing of weapons by Ukrainian manufacturers. Manufacturers will have access to testing grounds, expertise and advice to optimize their developments.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 11:07 AM • 28648 views
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"It has dealt a significant blow to the reputation of the Russian Federation, and specifically to Putin": a political scientist assessed the political consequences of the events in the Kursk region

The entry of the Ukrainian Armed Forces into the territory of the Russian Federation dealt a significant blow to Putin's reputation and showed the incapacity of the Russian authorities. This may affect Ukraine's position at the upcoming Peace Summit and the attitude of partners to Russia's “red lines.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 10:54 AM • 113927 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces may have used British Challenger 2 tanks during operation in Kursk region - media

The Ukrainian Armed Forces allegedly used British Challenger 2 tanks during an offensive in the Kursk region of Russia. This may be the first time that these tanks have been used by Ukrainian troops in Russia.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 10:34 AM • 23860 views