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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's General Staff: 103 combat engagements took place in the frontline, the hottest fighting in the Pokrovsk sector

There were 103 combat engagements in the frontline, with the most active fighting in the Pokrovsk sector. The terrorist country launched 42 air strikes, used 515 kamikaze drones and fired 3400 times at Ukrainian positions.

War in Ukraine • August 4, 08:21 PM • 34362 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces will be able to shoot down more missiles and aircraft after receiving F-16 - Syrsky

Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrsky said that the F-16s will allow them to shoot down more russian missiles and aircraft. He thanked the allies for the decision to provide the fighters, which will help save the lives of Ukrainian soldiers.

War in Ukraine • August 4, 05:07 PM • 92602 views
Zelenskyy proposes to discuss with NATO neighbors the creation of a coalition to shoot down russian missiles

The President instructed diplomats to explore the possibility of forming a coalition of neighboring NATO member states to shoot down russian missiles over Ukraine. Zelenskyy proposes to consider this issue at a meeting of the NATO-Ukraine Council.

Politics • August 4, 04:10 PM • 61064 views
DIU identifies war criminals from among the crew of Tu-22M3 bomber destroyed in April

Ukrainian intelligence identified four crew members of the downed Tu-22M3 bomber. Two of them survived the ejection, two were killed. The plane was shot down at a distance of 308 kilometers from the Ukrainian border.

War in Ukraine • August 4, 01:49 PM • 44722 views
Volyn TCC commented on the conflict in Kovel: they talk about the influence of russian special services

The Volyn TCC responded to the protests in Kovel, where people demanded the release of three men. They claimed that the situation was used by russian special services to destabilize.

Crimes and emergencies • August 4, 01:08 PM • 28975 views
Mobilization of men aged 18 to 25: the Verkhovna Rada Committee plans to fix the legislative conflict

The Verkhovna Rada Committee on National Security has drafted a bill to resolve a conflict regarding the mobilization of men aged 18-25. The draft law bans conscription of this category.

Society • August 4, 09:13 AM • 74160 views
Syrskyi on the Air Force Day: "Ukrainian warriors impress our allies and partners with their experience"

The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine congratulated the Air Force on its professional holiday. He noted their effectiveness in repelling missile attacks and the rapid development of new equipment from Western partners.

Society • August 4, 07:52 AM • 96488 views
Air Force destroyed over 8 thousand enemy targets in 2.5 years - Oleshchuk

Over the 2. 5 years of war, the Ukrainian Air Force destroyed more than 8,000 enemy air targets. Ukrainian pilots have flown over 20,000 combat missions, most of them involving the combat use of air defense systems.

War in Ukraine • August 4, 06:46 AM • 103990 views
“We are doing everything to make the Ukrainian Air Force even better": Zelensky congratulates military on their professional holiday

The President congratulated the Ukrainian Air Force on its professional holiday. Zelenskyy noted significant successes in destroying Russian equipment and announced further strengthening of the Ukrainian Air Force's capabilities.

War in Ukraine • August 4, 06:29 AM • 35358 views
140 combat engagements in the frontline: the situation is the most intense in the Pokrovsk sector

Over the last day, 140 combat engagements were registered at the frontline. The most intense fighting took place in the Pokrovske, Toretske and Kupyanske sectors, with the occupants losing 1150 troops and 5 tanks.

War in Ukraine • August 4, 06:23 AM • 39692 views
Occupants lost 1150 troops and 5 tanks in one day

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has released data on enemy losses over the past 24 hours. Total enemy losses since the beginning of the war have reached 582910 people, 8411 tanks and 16255 armored vehicles.

War in Ukraine • August 4, 04:51 AM • 102538 views
Air defense works on enemy drone in Kharkiv region

The Ukrainian Air Force reports on the work of air defense in the Kharkiv region.

War in Ukraine • August 4, 04:44 AM • 35352 views
Today is the Day of the Air Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine: the role of the defenders of Ukrainian skies in repelling Russian aggression

The Air Force was, in fact, the first to take the brunt of the enemy attack, as enemy aircraft tried to establish their dominance in the Ukrainian sky at any cost. Since the beginning of the war, 363 enemy airplanes, 326 helicopters, 13057 operational and tactical UAVs, and 2410 cruise missiles have been destroyed in the skies over Ukraine.

Society • August 4, 03:43 AM • 50170 views
Enemy aircraft activity detected in the Sea of Azov

Ukraine's Air Force spotted enemy tactical aircraft in the Sea of Azov.

War in Ukraine • August 4, 03:19 AM • 30768 views
The enemy is attacking: enemy aircraft activity in the east

The Ukrainian Air Force reports enemy tactical aircraft activity in the east.

War in Ukraine • August 3, 11:38 PM • 100364 views
Missile alert announced for Kharkiv region

The Air Force of the Ukrainian Armed Forces announced a missile threat in the Kharkiv region.

War in Ukraine • August 3, 10:56 PM • 105166 views
102 combat engagements in the frontline, most intense fighting in the Pokrovsk sector - General Staff

There were 102 combat engagements in the frontline. The enemy is advancing most actively in the Pokrovsk sector, where 34 battles took place, 27 of which were repelled and 7 are still ongoing.

War in Ukraine • August 3, 09:26 PM • 30820 views
A series of explosions occurred in Kharkiv

A series of explosions were recorded in Kharkiv.

War in Ukraine • August 3, 08:01 PM • 63917 views
Ukrainian Air Force reports enemy aircraft activity in the northeast

Enemy tactical aviation activity was detected in the northeast.

War in Ukraine • August 3, 07:57 PM • 31474 views
Chief of Staff Syrsky reports to Zelensky on details of strikes on Russian airfields, oil refining and logistics

Ukraine's President expressed gratitude to the military for the attacks on airfields, oil refineries and logistics in Russia. The General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces confirms strikes on the Morozovsk airfield and oil depots in Russia.

War in Ukraine • August 3, 05:56 PM • 104701 views
Ex-head of Rivne TCC served the fourth suspicion and detained

The former head of the Rivne regional TCC was served the fourth suspicion for obstructing the activities of the Armed Forces. He was detained and will be held without bail, facing up to 12 years in prison.

Crimes and emergencies • August 3, 05:42 PM • 25458 views
Women in Odesa tried to "fight off" their husbands from employees of the TCC: the first official comment appeared

The Odesa CCC explained the conflict on Pirogovska Street. Representatives of the center stated that they acted legally, preventing the illegal removal of a person liable for military service from the territory of the institution.

Society • August 3, 04:13 PM • 24188 views
Russian submarine hit in Sevastopol port - General Staff

The Ukrainian Defense Forces strike at the Rostov-on-Don submarine and S-400 air defense system in occupied Crimea. The $300 million boat sank in the port of Sevastopol.

War in Ukraine • August 3, 02:00 PM • 102490 views
Chief Sergeant of the “Shkval” battalion about ex-prisoners: they destroy the enemy in large numbers

The chief sergeant of the Shkval battalion reported on the high efficiency of ex-prisoners at the front. According to him, they fight bravely and destroy a large number of enemies, demonstrating strong motivation.

War in Ukraine • August 3, 12:42 PM • 109851 views
Ukrainian Air Force reports air defense against enemy drone in Zaporizhzhia region

The Air Force of the Ukrainian Armed Forces reported successful air defense against an enemy UAV in Zaporizhzhia region. An air alert was declared in the region and several other areas.

War in Ukraine • August 3, 10:05 AM • 109657 views
DIU drones burned a warehouse with fuel in Russia, which supplied the occupiers in Donetsk and Luhansk regions - source

As a result of the Ukrainian intelligence operation, a Nayan UAV of the Obsidian project hit a fuel and lubricant warehouse on the territory of the Atlas plant of the Federal State Reserves Agency in the Rostov region of Russia, the source said.

War in Ukraine • August 3, 08:53 AM • 29925 views
Air Force reports on air defense against enemy drone in Sumy region

The Air Force of the Ukrainian Armed Forces reported air defense against an enemy UAV in Sumy region. An air alert was declared in the region and several other areas.

War in Ukraine • August 3, 07:36 AM • 28120 views
General Staff confirms strikes on Morozovsk airfield and Russian oil depots

The General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces confirmed a strike on the Morozovsk airfield in the Rostov region of Russia, hitting ammunition depots. Oil depots in the Belgorod, Kursk and Rostov regions were also attacked.

War in Ukraine • August 3, 07:28 AM • 29432 views
General Staff: 123 combat engagements took place in the frontline, most attacks were repelled in the Pokrovsk sector

There were 123 combat engagements in the frontline over the last day. Most attacks (36) were repelled in the Pokrovsk sector. The Ukrainian Armed Forces continue to inflict losses in manpower and equipment, including in the deep rear.

War in Ukraine • August 3, 06:23 AM • 26184 views
Missile threat announced in Kharkiv region

The Air Force of the Ukrainian Armed Forces announced a missile threat in the Kharkiv region.

War in Ukraine • August 3, 05:34 AM • 26760 views