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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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Poltava region attacked by enemy at night: no hits recorded

At night, the enemy attacked Poltava region. Due to the effective actions of the Defense Forces, no hits were recorded on the territory, and there were no casualties.

War in Ukraine • August 9, 05:26 AM • 35791 views
Explosions in Crimea, occupants report downed UAVs, Neptune and marine drones

Explosions were heard in Crimea. The occupation authorities claim to have shot down a Neptune missile, drones and maritime drones.

War in Ukraine • August 9, 02:40 AM • 134990 views
DeepState tells about the first day of the offensive in the Kursk region

According to DeepState, on the first day of the offensive, the Ukrainian Armed Forces took control of the villages of Sverdlikovo, Daryino, and Oleshnya in the Kursk region. The Ukrainian military also surrounded Russian forces in several settlements.

War in Ukraine • August 9, 02:09 AM • 117967 views
France claims that the operation in the Kursk region is being conducted by Ukraine and that there are successes

The French Defense Ministry reports a successful offensive by the Ukrainian Armed Forces in the Kursk region of Russia. Russia declares a state of emergency and tries to repel the attack by deploying troops, aircraft and artillery.

War in Ukraine • August 8, 06:20 PM • 107478 views
Another recruitment center of the Ukrainian army opened in Lviv

A new recruitment center for the Ukrainian army with more than 10,000 vacancies has opened in Lviv. The center offers counseling and recruitment opportunities for various specialties, including drivers, medics, and riflemen.

Society • August 8, 05:45 PM • 84922 views
Moldova imposed an alert regime in the gas sector due to the situation in Kursk

The Moldovan Emergency Commission has introduced an alert regime in the gas sector due to the risk of interruptions in gas supplies. The reason was the military actions in the Kursk region, where the Suja gas metering station is located.

Economy • August 8, 05:34 PM • 43178 views
"The majority quietly approves": Podoliak on the international community's reaction to the situation in the Kursk region

Mykhailo Podolyak, an adviser to the Presidential Administration, said that the international community has recognized Russia as a legitimate target for any operations and types of weapons. This is the result of Ukraine's diplomatic and legal work.

War in Ukraine • August 8, 05:07 PM • 103189 views
"Cotton" in Belgorod: in social networks report burning cars

Explosions sounded in Belgorod, after which heavy smoke was noticed. According to preliminary data, several cars on Makarenko Street are burning. There is no official information about the incident yet.

News of the World • August 8, 04:26 PM • 22962 views
Russia should feel the consequences of the war in Ukraine: Zelensky says about three effective reports by Syrsky

President Zelenskyy said that Russia should feel the consequences of the war it brought to Ukraine. He thanked the military for their effective reports and defense of their positions, emphasizing Ukraine's desire for a just peace.

War in Ukraine • August 8, 04:14 PM • 36113 views
WP: Ukraine controls the Sudzha gas metering station in the Kursk region of Russia

An anonymous advisor to Zelenskyy said that Ukrainian troops control the Sudzha station in Russia. Gas continues to flow through the station, which is the last point of transportation of Russian gas to Europe via Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • August 8, 04:13 PM • 30064 views
No one informed Putin of possible invasion of Kursk region, though intelligence knew - Bloomberg

Russian intelligence knew about a possible invasion of the Kursk region two weeks in advance, but Putin was not informed. gerasimov and high-ranking officials ignored the warning, and the defense forces were caught off guard.

War in Ukraine • August 8, 04:03 PM • 29849 views
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Natural and directive: Ministry of Defense on ways to implement "Army+" in units

The Ministry of Defense prefers a natural rollout of the Army+ app in military units. The maximum coverage of the Armed Forces is expected by the end of the year, with an emphasis on the leadership of brigade commanders in this process.

War in Ukraine • August 8, 03:36 PM • 104876 views
Defense Ministry assures that military data is not stored in the Army+ system

The Army+ app does not store personal data of the military. If the device is captured by the enemy, the administrator can block the account and delete all data. The app's security is constantly monitored and improved.

War in Ukraine • August 8, 03:26 PM • 23969 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces Chief Syrsky says he is working in the "original area"

Oleksandr Syrsky, the Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, said he was working in the "original area" and posted a photo. Social media speculate that this is the Sumy region, from where the Ukrainian Armed Forces are launching an offensive against the Kursk region of Russia.

War in Ukraine • August 8, 03:01 PM • 23086 views
Zelensky: Ukrainian army is able to surprise and achieve results

Ukrainian soldiers are mastering new methods of warfare: by rejecting the outdated ones, the Armed Forces can act unconventionally and fulfill their plans with absolute precision. President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized this during the presentation of the Army+ platform

Politics • August 8, 02:49 PM • 24072 views
Syrskyi discusses the needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine with Supreme Allied Commander Europe

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi had a conversation with NATO General Christopher Cavoli. They discussed military assistance, the need for long-range weapons and ammunition, and the strengthening of Ukraine's air defense.

War in Ukraine • August 8, 12:50 PM • 35776 views
Zelenskyy: "Army+" application will be available from today

The President of Ukraine has presented a new application 'Army+' for the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The app is designed to simplify bureaucratic processes and will include electronic reports, Army ID, polls, and secure communication between soldiers.

War in Ukraine • August 8, 11:14 AM • 36598 views
Pletenchuk: Destruction of Rostov-on-Don submarine is a result of Russia's unsuccessful information policy

The Ukrainian Navy spokesperson explained that the destruction of the Rostov-on-Don submarine was the result of Russia's unsuccessful information policy. After the first strike, the Russians moved the boat, which provoked a second strike.

War in Ukraine • August 8, 11:04 AM • 37620 views
"Inclusion" of Suja in Sumy district - Sumy district council denies fake

The Sumy District Council denied fake reports about the inclusion of the Russian city of Sudzha in the district. At the same time, in the Kursk region of Russia, there are reports of fighting on the territory of Sudzha and the advance of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

War in Ukraine • August 8, 10:14 AM • 34632 views
Russian Defense Ministry acknowledges the advance of the Ukrainian Armed Forces in two districts of the Kursk region

The Russian Defense Ministry confirmed the advance of Ukrainian troops in two districts of the Kursk region. They announced that they are sending reinforcements.

War in Ukraine • August 8, 10:02 AM • 28310 views
Fedorov: More than 95% of drones for the Armed Forces are produced in Ukraine

The Minister of Digital Transformation said that 95% of drones for the Armed Forces are produced in Ukraine. Production is growing, with about 300 companies manufacturing various types of drones, including FPV and reconnaissance drones.

War in Ukraine • August 8, 09:43 AM • 36832 views
Must give a long-term perspective: military on DIU's operation on Tendra Spit

The military expert commented on the GUR operation on the Tendra Spit, emphasizing its strategic importance. He noted the importance of the agent network in Crimea and the weakening of Russia's control over the Black Sea.

War in Ukraine • August 8, 08:32 AM • 24579 views
SBU detains in Kyiv 16-year-old FSB agent for arson of military vehicles

A 16-year-old FSB agent who, according to the special service, "set fire to the vehicles of the Defense Forces" was detained in Kyiv. The teenager was carrying out an assignment for the Russian secret service in exchange for the promise of a monetary reward, which he never received.

War in Ukraine • August 8, 07:32 AM • 27475 views
Two X-59 missiles and 4 Shaheeds shot down in the sky over Ukraine at night

On the night of August 8, 2024, Russia attacked Ukraine with missiles and drones. The Ukrainian Defense Forces successfully shot down 2 X-59 guided missiles and 4 Shahed strike UAVs in different regions.

War in Ukraine • August 8, 06:19 AM • 33015 views
Zelenskyy on the Day of Communications Troops of the Armed Forces of Ukraine: reliable and high-quality communication is the protection of life and success of the military in battle

The President of Ukraine emphasized the importance of reliable communication to protect the lives and success of the military in combat. Zelenskyy thanked the military signalmen for their professionalism and ensuring quality communication.

Society • August 8, 05:59 AM • 28189 views
Russian army attacked Sumy region with artillery, grenade launchers, drones and KABs: 50 explosions overnight

At night and in the morning, Russian troops fired 23 times at the border areas of Sumy region. There were 50 explosions in 8 communities, including air strikes, artillery shelling and drone strikes.

War in Ukraine • August 8, 05:58 AM • 23174 views
Russia deploys two missile carriers to the Black Sea

Russia has deployed two missile carriers to the Black Sea with a total volley of up to 8 Kalibr cruise missiles. There are two Russian ships in the Mediterranean, one of which is a Kalibr carrier with a total volley of up to 16 missiles.

War in Ukraine • August 8, 03:36 AM • 27418 views
Mountaineer's Day, Day of the Armed Forces Communications Troops, World Cat Day. What else can be celebrated on August 8

Today, on August 8, all mountain climbers celebrate International Mountaineering Day. The event was established in honor of the first conquest of the highest mountain in the French Alps, Mont Blanc

UNN Lite • August 8, 03:07 AM • 129705 views
US: Putin's statements about Ukraine's "provocation" in Kursk region are exaggerated

The U. S. State Department considers Putin's statement about Ukraine's 'provocation' in the Kursk region to be an exaggeration. The U.S. emphasizes that Russia has been violating Ukraine's territorial integrity since 2014, and the actions of the Ukrainian Armed Forces do not violate restrictions on the use of U.S. weapons.

War in Ukraine • August 8, 12:24 AM • 108277 views
Bloomberg: gas prices in Europe rise on rumors of Suji's capture

Gas prices in Europe hit a one-year high following reports that Ukrainian troops have seized the gas transit point in Sudzha. There is no official confirmation, but traders fear possible supply disruptions.

War in Ukraine • August 7, 11:35 PM • 67177 views