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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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Zelensky: The third month of fighting in the Kursk region is underway, we maintain the necessary pressure on Russia - Zelensky

The President of Ukraine said that the Armed Forces of Ukraine maintain the necessary pressure on Russia in the Kursk region, where fighting has been going on for three months. Zelenskyy also heard reports on processes in the enemy's system and cooperation with partners.

War in Ukraine • October 8, 05:24 PM • 17366 views
Zelenskyy convened the Chief of Staff: they talked about weapons for the troops and priorities for the defense industry

President Zelenskyy held a meeting with the leadership to discuss the supply of weapons and equipment to the army. Priorities for the defense industry for the next year have been identified, including missiles, drones, and shells.

War in Ukraine • October 8, 01:48 PM • 13576 views
Burning for the second day: satellite photos of the Russian oil terminal in Feodosia attacked by the Ukrainian Armed Forces have appeared

The first satellite images of the fire at the oil depot in the occupied port of Feodosia have been released. The Pantsir-S1 air defense system was not damaged, although it was located near the burning tanks.

War in Ukraine • October 8, 01:28 PM • 13324 views
The fire area after the oil terminal in Feodosia was hit increased to 2.5 thousand square meters

An oil port in occupied Feodosia continues to burn after an attack by the Ukrainian Armed Forces. The fire area has grown to 2.5 thousand square meters, according to the head of the Center for Countering Disinformation of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • October 8, 12:40 PM • 12607 views
Electronic reports instead of paperwork: the General Staff promises to expand the functionality of the digital application for the military

The Ukrainian military has been given the opportunity to submit electronic reports through the Army+ app. The General Staff plans to expand the functionality by adding military training and new types of reports.

Technologies • October 8, 12:34 PM • 9625 views
Head of Interdistrict MSEC to be tried in Kyiv region for helping fugitives to receive disability status

In Kyiv region, the head of the MSEC, who helped evaders to obtain a disability group to postpone the draft, will be tried. The official entered fictitious information about the disease, which allowed him to avoid mobilization.

Crimes and emergencies • October 8, 11:23 AM • 10368 views
The military will be able to determine the family members who will receive payments in case of missing or captivity: Parliament adopts law

The military will be able to determine who will receive their payments in case of captivity or disappearance. The law also regulates payments to relatives in the absence of a personal order from a serviceman.

Society • October 8, 11:18 AM • 12251 views
Syrsky discusses with Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff the implementation of the military component of the Ukrainian victory plan

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Syrskyi had a telephone conversation with Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Brown. They discussed the security situation, the needs of the Armed Forces, and the implementation of the military component of Ukraine's victory plan.

Politics • October 8, 08:13 AM • 12076 views
Shelling damaged houses and power grids in Kharkiv region, two people wounded - Synehubov

The enemy attacked settlements in Kharkiv region, damaging about 20 buildings. Two people were injured in Kupyansk as a result of an unexploded ordnance hit. There were 25 enemy attacks at the front.

Society • October 8, 07:59 AM • 12289 views
Final of the RUN 4 VICTORY quad marathon: over UAH 600 thousand raised to help the Armed Forces of Ukraine

The fourth race of the RUN 4 VICTORY series took place in Ladyzhyn, bringing together more than 700 participants. The event raised over UAH 600 thousand to support Ukrainian defenders, continuing the successful series of charity marathons.

Society • October 8, 07:34 AM • 14053 views
Air target moves towards Kyiv region, air defense operation possible - Air Force

Ukrainian Air Force aircraft warned of an unidentified air target moving from Chernihiv region to Brovary district of Kyiv region. Air defense systems in the region may be activated.

War in Ukraine • October 8, 06:47 AM • 26589 views
General Staff: 120 combat engagements took place in the frontline, most of them in the Pokrovske and Kurakhove sectors

The General Staff reports 120 combat engagements per day. The enemy was most active at the Pokrovske and Kurakhove directions, where the Ukrainian Armed Forces repelled dozens of occupants' attacks.

War in Ukraine • October 7, 08:44 PM • 17877 views
Zelensky promoted Drapatyi to the rank of major general

The President of Ukraine has signed a decree promoting Mykhailo Drapatyi, Deputy Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, to the rank of Major General. Drapatyi is also the commander of the Kharkiv operational and tactical group of troops.

War in Ukraine • October 7, 05:53 PM • 39234 views
We invite our partners to decide how they see the end of this war: Zelensky on Victory Plan

The President of Ukraine has agreed on a schedule of talks with partners to present the Victory Plan. Zelenskyy proposes to define a vision for ending the war and Ukraine's place in the global security architecture.

War in Ukraine • October 7, 05:09 PM • 18545 views
Family of a Ukrainian Navy officer evacuated from occupied Crimea under the nose of the Russian FSB

The special intelligence unit “Angels” rescued the family of a Ukrainian Navy officer from Crimea after they were detained by the FSB. The operation was conducted secretly on the order of the Navy Commander, and 4 people were evacuated.

War in Ukraine • October 7, 02:43 PM • 16660 views
More than 130 military units of the Armed Forces of Ukraine can already recruit volunteers without applying to the MCC

The Head of the Main Personnel Department of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine announced the priority units for volunteers. These are the units of the Land Forces, Airborne Forces, Marines and Unmanned Systems Forces.

Society • October 7, 02:09 PM • 16177 views
Russia spreads fake about the use of chemical weapons by the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the Kursk region - Center for Countering Deception

The Center for Countering Disinformation has denied Russian claims that the Ukrainian Armed Forces used chemical weapons under the guise of smoke shells. Ukraine adheres to the Chemical Weapons Convention, and Russia has not provided evidence of its allegations.

War in Ukraine • October 7, 12:05 PM • 13016 views
“Leaked” locations of the Defense Forces: enemy informant detained in Kharkiv

The SBU exposed a 44-year-old woman who transmitted information about the locations of the Ukrainian Defense Forces on Telegram. She faces up to 8 years in prison for unauthorized dissemination of data about the Armed Forces.

War in Ukraine • October 7, 10:10 AM • 13099 views
Traffic on Kerch highway is restricted in Feodosia after oil terminal is hit

Traffic on the Kerch highway is restricted after the damage to the offshore oil terminal in Feodosia. The General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces confirmed the strike on the largest terminal in Crimea, which supplied the needs of the Russian occupation army.

Society • October 7, 09:17 AM • 13820 views
Two more FSB adjusters detained for guiding enemy missiles to Dnipro region

SBU detained two members of the FSB agent network in Dnipropetrovs'k region. The agents collected coordinates of military facilities and infrastructure for enemy missile strikes in the region.

War in Ukraine • October 7, 07:14 AM • 13359 views
The mission is to save lives: Charitable Foundation of the Youth Initiative “Nadiya” and philanthropist Anatoliy Shkriblyak help the military and medics at the front line

The Nadiia Youth Initiative Charitable Foundation and philanthropist Anatoliy Shkriblyak are helping the military and medics at the front line.

Business News • October 7, 06:59 AM • 57533 views
General Staff confirms strike on oil terminal in occupied Feodosia

The General Staff reported a successful strike on an offshore oil terminal in occupied Feodosia. The facility was the largest in Crimea in terms of transshipment of oil products used to supply the Russian army.

War in Ukraine • October 7, 05:30 AM • 13434 views
Zelenskyy: Kursk operation is an important stage of the war against Russia

The President of Ukraine heard a report on the Kursk operation, which has been going on for two months. Zelenskyy emphasized its strategic importance and contribution to the exchange fund for the release of Ukrainian prisoners.

War in Ukraine • October 6, 06:05 PM • 48639 views
Zelensky discusses Victory Plan and situation at the front with Syrsky

President Zelenskyy had a conversation with Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi on the situation at the front. Next week, the military will work with partners on the details of the Victory Plan, which will be presented at the Ramstein meeting.

War in Ukraine • October 6, 05:38 PM • 44756 views
More than fifty enemy attacks on the frontline, occupants intensify activity in the Liman sector - General Staff

Russian troops continue to storm Ukrainian positions in several areas. Most attacks were repelled in the Liman and Pokrovsk sectors, where intense fighting continues.

War in Ukraine • October 6, 02:17 PM • 20624 views
Conflict between blogger Nicholas Karma and a representative of the TCC: police open criminal proceedings

A conflict between blogger Nicholas Karma and a representative of the TCC took place in Poltava. The police opened a criminal investigation under the article “Hooliganism” and seized a pistol similar to a starter's pistol.

Society • October 6, 01:05 PM • 19336 views
A number of combat engagements took place in Kharkiv region, the enemy lost almost 100 people and more than 90 pieces of weapons

There were 6 combat engagements in the area of Lyptsi, Starytsia and Vovchansk. Enemy losses: 96 troops, 1 tank, 3 artillery systems, 49 UAVs and other equipment. 53 shelters and 2 ammunition depots were destroyed.

War in Ukraine • October 6, 09:25 AM • 36805 views
“Shahed” destroyed over Khmelnytsky region - RMA

At night, one Shahed UAV was destroyed over Khmelnytsky region while repelling an air attack. According to preliminary reports, there were no casualties or damage.

War in Ukraine • October 6, 07:40 AM • 18556 views
“We are proud of everyone who is truly resilient": Zelensky congratulates on the Day of Territorial Defense

The President noted the resilience and dedication of the TRO soldiers in defending the state. Zelenskyy thanked for the destruction of the enemy and honored the memory of those who died in the battles for Ukraine.

Society • October 6, 07:14 AM • 37817 views
In Sumy region, a number of communities came under Russian shelling, 10 explosions recorded

In Sumy region, 10 explosions were recorded as a result of Russian attacks on 4 border communities. The enemy used mortars, KABs and FPV drones, and Ukrainian forces shot down 5 Shaheds.

Society • October 6, 06:34 AM • 21181 views