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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 hit about 200 critical infrastructure facilities in Russia with drones - Syrskyi

Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Syrsky reported successful attacks by Ukrainian drones on military logistics facilities in Russia. Drones also sank a third of the Russian Black Sea fleet.

War in Ukraine • July 24, 08:34 AM • 24801 views
F-16s will have to be 40 km away from the front because of the risk of being shot down - Syrskyi

Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Syrsky said that the F-16s would strengthen Ukraine's air defense, but would have limitations. The fighter jets must be located more than 40 kilometers from the front line because of the risk of being shot down by Russian forces.

War in Ukraine • July 24, 07:16 AM • 28482 views
UKRAINIAN ARMED FORCES: Occupants lost 1140 troops and 14 tanks over the day

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has released data on the losses of the invaders over the past day. The losses include 1140 soldiers, 14 tanks, 13 armored vehicles, 65 artillery systems and other equipment.

War in Ukraine • July 24, 04:28 AM • 33993 views
Air defense works against enemy UAVs in Sumy and Poltava regions

The Air Force of the Ukrainian Armed Forces reports on air defense activities in Sumy and Poltava regions. The target is an enemy reconnaissance UAV.

War in Ukraine • July 24, 04:23 AM • 39837 views
Ukrainian Air Force warns of threat of ballistic missile attacks from the east

The Air Force of Ukraine reported a documented threat of ballistic missile attacks from the east.

War in Ukraine • July 24, 02:17 AM • 35221 views
Hostile drones from Poltava region move to Kyiv region

The Ukrainian Air Force reports the movement of enemy drones from Poltava region in the direction of Kyiv region.

War in Ukraine • July 24, 12:30 AM • 32370 views
DeepState: occupants seize Pishchane and advance in Novoselivka Persha, near Vovche and Progress

According to DeepState, on the frontline, the invaders occupied Pishchane and advanced in Novoselivka Persha, near Vovche and Progress.

War in Ukraine • July 23, 09:37 PM • 37850 views
General Staff: 99 combat engagements took place in the frontline, most active fighting in the Pokrovsk sector

The Ukrainian Armed Forces repelled numerous occupants' attacks in different directions. The enemy was most active in the Pokrovsk sector, where a third of all attacks took place.

War in Ukraine • July 23, 08:42 PM • 79928 views
Air Force: Enemy uses guided aerial bombs in Kharkiv region

The Air Force of the Ukrainian Armed Forces reported the launch of enemy guided aerial bombs in Kharkiv region.

War in Ukraine • July 23, 07:11 PM • 92713 views
The Ministry of Defense explained what determines the timing of the law on demobilization

The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine is working on a draft law on demobilization, but its appearance depends on the situation at the front and other factors. The exact timing of the document's appearance is unknown, and a coordinated position of the General Staff and the Defense Ministry is needed.

Society • July 23, 07:10 PM • 76031 views
Third and last: the General Staff confirms the attack on the railway ferry in the port of Kavkaz, Krasnodar region

The Ukrainian military caused significant damage to the enemy ferry Slavyanin in the port of Kavkaz. This was the third and last railroad ferry used by Russia for military purposes in the region.

War in Ukraine • July 23, 04:50 PM • 42523 views
SBU exposes group that disrupted mobilization and leaked data of Ukrainian military

Law enforcement officers exposed a group that worked to disrupt mobilization and disclose data on the Ukrainian military. Among the organizers was a former TV host who recruited seven accomplices to spread pro-Kremlin narratives.

War in Ukraine • July 23, 03:47 PM • 31297 views
83 Russian attacks have already been registered at the front, the hottest spot is in the Pokrovsk sector - General Staff

The Ukrainian Armed Forces General Staff reported 83 attempts by the enemy to force Ukrainian soldiers out of their positions over the last day. The Pokrovsk sector was the most active, with the enemy conducting 27 attacks, and fighting still ongoing in 17 locations.

War in Ukraine • July 23, 01:43 PM • 21285 views
Two foreign FSB informers were spying on the Armed Forces headquarters in Odesa region: two foreign informers are sentenced

The SBU detained two citizens of the South Caucasus who were collecting information about the Ukrainian Armed Forces headquarters in Odesa for the FSB. The court sentenced both to 8 years in prison for unauthorized dissemination of information.

War in Ukraine • July 23, 01:39 PM • 29864 views
Ukraine has purchased 20 thousand drones through Prozorro for over UAH 1.7 billion

The state has purchased 20,000 drones of various models for the Defense Forces through Prozorro Market. The total cost of the purchase exceeded UAH 1.7 billion, and the number of drones purchased has doubled over the past 2.5 months.

War in Ukraine • July 23, 12:41 PM • 24055 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces shoot down Russian Su-25 in Donetsk region: second in a month

Ukrainian anti-aircraft gunners have shot down a Russian Su-25 attack aircraft in the Pokrovske area of Donetsk region. This is the second Su-25 shot down this month by the separate mechanized brigade named after Lieutenant General Marko Bezruchko.

War in Ukraine • July 23, 09:17 AM • 27296 views
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Additional costs that would be better spent on the Armed Forces - university professor opposes renaming Brovary to Brovari

An assistant professor of management at the University of Artificial Intelligence opposes renaming Brovary to Brovari. He believes that funds for changing the documentation would be better spent on helping the Armed Forces.

Economy • July 23, 06:58 AM • 88931 views
Air defense shoots down 7 reconnaissance drones in the east and south overnight

On July 22, 2024, the Air Defense Forces of Ukraine destroyed seven reconnaissance drones on the eastern and southern directions. This was reported by the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine on Telegram.

War in Ukraine • July 23, 06:24 AM • 22552 views
Missile threat announced in Kharkiv region

The Air Force of the Ukrainian Armed Forces announced a missile threat in Kharkiv region. Residents are urged to be vigilant and follow safety rules.

War in Ukraine • July 22, 11:36 PM • 51799 views
General Staff: 133 combat engagements took place in the frontline. Militants were most active in the Pokrovsk sector

There were 133 combat engagements in the frontline, most of them in the Pokrovsk sector - 38 attacks. The terrorist country launched 3 missile strikes, 71 air strikes and used 455 kamikaze drones in Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • July 22, 08:52 PM • 88635 views
Ukraine's troops repelled 52 attacks in the Donetsk sector over the last day - General Staff

On the 879th day of the war, 172 combat engagements were recorded. The enemy launched 3 missile attacks, 66 air strikes and 715 kamikaze attacks, and fired 4,574 times at Ukrainian positions and settlements.

War in Ukraine • July 21, 06:36 AM • 37368 views
Air defense forces shot down 35 of 39 “shaheeds” at night

Ukraine's air defense forces repelled a large-scale night attack, destroying 35 of 39 Russian Shahed drones. They also intercepted ballistic and airborne missiles in more than 10 regions of the country.

War in Ukraine • July 21, 05:42 AM • 101425 views
Plus 1100 occupants and 9 tanks: General Staff updates data on losses

Since the beginning of the invasion of Ukraine, Russian troops have lost approximately 566,710 personnel and 8,266 tanks.

War in Ukraine • July 21, 04:46 AM • 32226 views
Two arsonists of servicemen's cars detained in Lviv

Police detained two people in Lviv who were burning military vehicles on order. The detainees were notified of suspicion of obstructing the lawful activities of the Armed Forces and other military formations.

War in Ukraine • July 20, 07:00 PM • 82718 views
Explosions were heard in Mykolaiv region

On July 20, explosions were heard in Snihurivka, Mykolaiv region. The air alert lasted from 20:28 to 20:53, and a threat of ballistic missile attack from the south was reported.

Society • July 20, 06:29 PM • 40349 views
Russians in the south resort to small group attacks without using heavy armor - Lykhoviy

Russian troops continue to attack Ukrainian positions in southern Ukraine with small infantry groups without heavy equipment. Over the last day, the occupiers lost 48 pieces of equipment, 99 people and 3 people were taken prisoner.

War in Ukraine • July 20, 11:32 AM • 46376 views
Defense forces continue combat missions on the left bank of the Dnipro, including in the area of Krynok - Lykhoviy

Ukrainian defense forces continue to perform combat missions on the left bank of the Dnipro River in Kherson region. Over the past day, four Russian assaults near Krynky were repelled, with no losses of positions.

War in Ukraine • July 20, 10:38 AM • 33966 views
Air defense forces shot down 13 enemy drones at night

On the night of July 20, the Ukrainian Air Force shot down 13 enemy drones. Russia attacked 5 regions of Ukraine using ballistic and cruise missiles and drones.

War in Ukraine • July 20, 05:06 AM • 38596 views
“The results will be visible on the battlefield.” Zaluzhny reveals details of talks in Britain

Ambassador of Ukraine to the United Kingdom Valeriy Zaluzhnyi summarized the results of two days of work at the European Political Cooperation Summit. He held important meetings and negotiations aimed at strengthening the strategic partnership between the two countries.

War in Ukraine • July 19, 09:47 PM • 44268 views
Poland to help train Ukrainian Legion on its territory

Poland has pledged to provide basic military training for the Ukrainian Legion at its training grounds. The volunteer unit will consist of Ukrainian citizens and will be recruited through Ukrainian consulates.

War in Ukraine • July 19, 08:45 PM • 48534 views