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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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Russians shelled Zaporizhzhia 459 times during the day: there are wounded

Russians shelled 7 settlements in Zaporizhzhia region, wounding one woman, using UAVs, MLRS and artillery in 459 attacks.

War in Ukraine • May 19, 07:09 AM • 62803 views
Air defense works on enemy drone in Odesa and Mykolaiv regions

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine informs that air defense systems have detected an enemy reconnaissance drone in Odesa and Mykolaiv regions.

War in Ukraine • May 19, 04:34 AM • 38442 views
1,210 russian servicemen were killed over the day

According to the Ukrainian Armed Forces, over the past 24 hours, russia lost 1,210 personnel, 16 tanks, 35 armored combat vehicles, 48 artillery systems, 3 MLRS, 2 anti-aircraft missile systems, 47 UAVs, 1 cruise missile, as well as 82 vehicles and tankers.

War in Ukraine • May 19, 04:15 AM • 40407 views
Air Force informs of missile threat to eastern regions

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine warns of a missile threat to the eastern regions.

War in Ukraine • May 19, 12:15 AM • 79098 views
russian tactical aviation launches guided bombs in Kharkiv region

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported that enemy tactical aircraft used guided aerial bombs in the Kharkiv region.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 08:13 PM • 49048 views
Explosions occurred in Kharkiv, air raid alert announced

Explosions were heard in Kharkiv, and Kharkiv regional police urged residents not to leave their shelters until the air raid alert was canceled.

Society • May 18, 06:23 PM • 55956 views
Launches of guided aerial bombs detected in Kharkiv region

Ukraine's Air Force warns of hostile launches of guided aerial bombs from tactical aircraft in Kharkiv region.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 06:17 PM • 68027 views
russia attacks: missile threat to eastern regions detected

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine warns of missile threat to eastern regions.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 06:14 PM • 47523 views
Over the past day, aviation struck 18 areas of enemy personnel concentration and two of their SAMs - General Staff

In most parts of the frontline, the dynamics of hostilities remain tense, with Ukrainian troops adequately responding to Russian shelling and conducting assault operations to drive the enemy out.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 05:58 PM • 41988 views
Ukrainian troops repel russian attack in Chasovyi Yar, destroying more than 20 units of enemy armored vehicles - Zelenskyy

Ukrainian troops repelled a russian attack on Chasovyi Yar in Donetsk region and destroyed more than 20 units of enemy armored vehicles.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 05:11 PM • 45654 views
Anti-aircraft gunners of 110th Brigade shoot down enemy Su-25 in Donetsk region

Anti-aircraft gunners of the 110th Brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine shot down a russian Su-25 in Donetsk region, the fourth enemy aircraft shot down by the brigade.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 04:47 PM • 28629 views
In Dnipropetrovs'k region, a civilian man with a knife attacked a sergeant of the TCC

A man armed with a knife attacked a TCC serviceman who was conducting a military alert in the town of Synelnykove as part of a group. As a result of the attack, the serviceman sustained a knife wound to his arm, and the attacker was detained by the police.

Crimes and emergencies • May 18, 03:32 PM • 31367 views
Combat continues in the area of Vovchansk - General Staff

The battle near Vovchansk in Kharkiv region continues, the enemy made seven attempts to storm the village of Synkivka in the Kupyansk sector.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 02:07 PM • 52031 views
Zelenskyy: russians want to attack Kharkiv, but realize it's very difficult - Zelenskyy

The russians want to attack Kharkiv, but they understand the complexity of this intention, so their main goal is to draw Ukrainian troops away from Donbas as much as possible.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 01:26 PM • 25574 views
Occupants do not give up intentions to capture Chasiv Yar - General Staff

Russian occupants do not abandon their intention to capture the town of Chasiv Yar, despite losses in manpower and military equipment.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 11:37 AM • 31715 views
Defense forces are holding back the enemy trying to wake up in the Lipetsk direction - Syniehubov

Ukrainian defense forces are successfully restraining Russian attempts to advance in the Lipetsk direction of Kharkiv region, and the enemy has no success there.

Society • May 18, 10:05 AM • 24516 views
Russian offensive may consist of several waves, the first wave was in Kharkiv region - Zelensky

Russia's offensive in Ukraine could consist of several waves, the first of which would be directed at the Kharkiv region, where Russian troops advanced but were eventually stopped by Ukrainian forces.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 08:48 AM • 74587 views
Strengthening mobilization: who can have their cars taken away for the needs of the Armed Forces

Citizens who have several vehicles may have one of them seized by the authorities for use by the Armed Forces of Ukraine during mobilization, with the vehicle returned within 30 days after demobilization.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 04:45 AM • 71439 views
russia lost 1,210 people, 13 tanks, 43 armored vehicles overnight

According to the Armed Forces of Ukraine, over the past day, russia lost 1,210 personnel, 13 tanks, 43 armored combat vehicles, 36 artillery systems, 1 air defense system, 1 aircraft, 35 unmanned aerial vehicles, 3 cruise missiles, 65 vehicles and tankers.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 04:43 AM • 28715 views
russia attacks: ballistic missile threat from southeast detected

The Ukrainian Air Force informs of a potential ballistic missile threat from the southeast.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 03:15 AM • 31772 views
May 18: International Museum Day, Reservist Day and Science Day in Ukraine

Today, on May 18, all art lovers can join the events dedicated to the International Museum Day. The oldest museum in the world is the Capitoline Museum in Rome, which was established in 1471.

UNN Lite • May 18, 03:03 AM • 116497 views
The Air Force informs about the threat of a ballistic attack from the southeast

The Ukrainian Air Force warns of the threat of ballistic missiles from the southeast.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 02:01 AM • 103405 views
Lithuania to provide Ukraine with 6 Amber-1800 radars for air defense

Lithuania will provide Ukraine with 6 Amber-1800 radars to strengthen its air defense as part of Germany's initiative to strengthen Ukraine's air defense.

Politics • May 18, 12:54 AM • 102380 views
Enemy attacks: UAV group moves through Kharkiv region

A group of russian attack UAVs is moving across Ukraine's Kharkiv region, according to reports from the Ukrainian Air Force.

War in Ukraine • May 17, 10:51 PM • 25973 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces attack russians on the outskirts of Netailove, russians intend to occupy the village - DeepState

Ukrainian troops attack russian troops on the western outskirts of Netaylovo, but russia continues to try to advance and fully occupy the village.

War in Ukraine • May 17, 10:28 PM • 27380 views
Russians are conducting active assault operations at the Pokrovske and Prydniprovskyi directions - General Staff

Russian-terrorist forces continue active offensive and assault operations in the Pokrovske and Prydniprovsky directions, launching 15 missile and 70 air strikes at Ukrainian positions, while Ukrainian troops steadfastly hold their positions in the face of intense fighting.

War in Ukraine • May 17, 06:25 PM • 60939 views
In fact, the entire Kharkiv operation of the Russian Federation comes down to an attempt to weaken the Ukrainian Armed Forces on the frontline as a whole - Zelensky

According to President Zelenskyy, the entire Kharkiv operation by Russian troops is an attempt to weaken Ukrainian forces along the entire front line and to strengthen Russian propaganda aimed at world leaders.

War in Ukraine • May 17, 05:15 PM • 21843 views
Umerov on Kharkiv region: Russians continue to try to move forward

In the Kharkiv region, the Ukrainian military has successfully repelled Russian attempts to advance and invade, despite constant shelling of civilians and the lack of timely weapons supplies, which gives the Russians an advantage.

War in Ukraine • May 17, 04:05 PM • 19524 views
The greatest pressure on the positions of the Russian Defense Forces is exerted in the area of Novooleksandrivka

In the Pokrovsk sector, the number of combat engagements increased to 21, with the enemy putting the most pressure on Ukrainian positions in the vicinity of Novooleksandrivka.

War in Ukraine • May 17, 03:20 PM • 19508 views
Kharkiv region: Russians conduct unsuccessful attack in Hlyboke-Liptsi area

Russian invaders launched an unsuccessful attack in the area of Hlyboke-Liptsi in Kharkiv region, Ukrainian troops repelled the attack and inflicted losses on the enemy.

War in Ukraine • May 17, 03:11 PM • 18784 views