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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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MHP supported the tour of ANTITELA in the United States, which raised UAH 10 million to support the National Security Service of Ukraine

The band ANTITELA has completed the Culture VS War tour in the United States, raising UAH 10 million for the GUR. The project included a documentary screening, meetings with communities and politicians, and charity auctions.

Society • October 4, 06:45 AM • 14983 views
Situation in Donetsk region, Kursk operation: Zelensky listens to Syrsky's report

The President of Ukraine discussed the situation on the frontline and the operation in Kursk region with the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 73 combat engagements were recorded at the frontline, with the majority of attacks taking place in the Kurakhove and Pokrovsk sectors.

War in Ukraine • October 3, 05:01 PM • 22818 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces adhere to international law: the Foreign Ministry denies Russia's statements about Ukraine's alleged attack on the Kursk NPP

Ukraine's Foreign Ministry categorically denies Russian accusations of attacks on the Kursk nuclear power plant. The Foreign Ministry spokesperson emphasized that the Ukrainian Armed Forces comply with international law and do not attack civilian objects.

War in Ukraine • October 3, 04:23 PM • 17833 views
The explosions in Kursk region are the work of the Russian RAB. Russia denied its own fake about the alleged attack of the Ukrainian armed forces on the Kursk nuclear power plant

Even the Russian authorities refuted the propagandists' fake about the alleged attack on the Kursk nuclear power plant. The local governor explained that the explosions in the Kursk region were the result of an electronic warfare device that “suppressed” an unknown UAV.

War in Ukraine • October 3, 03:27 PM • 43494 views
Russia announces an attempted attack on Kursk NPP, air defense and fire: what is known

Russia reported an attempted attack on the Kursk Nuclear Power Plant in Kurchatov. According to Russian sources, air defense intercepted a shell that fell 5 km from the plant, causing a fire. The plant itself was not damaged.

War in Ukraine • October 3, 02:52 PM • 15207 views
Zelenskyy on the Armed Forces' withdrawal from Vuhledar: soldiers' lives are more important than any construction

President Zelenskyy commented on the withdrawal of the Ukrainian Armed Forces from Vuhledar, emphasizing the priority of saving the lives of the military. He emphasized the need to provide Ukraine with long-range weapons to strengthen its defense.

War in Ukraine • October 3, 01:30 PM • 15310 views
Helping Russia disrupt the supply of equipment to the front line: brother and sister from Kharkiv region sentenced to 15 years in prison

The court sentenced two citizens to 15 years in prison for high treason. They collected and passed information about the location of the Ukrainian Armed Forces and railway infrastructure to the enemy to plan sabotage.

War in Ukraine • October 3, 01:14 PM • 15827 views
Vadym Stolar Foundation announces the launch of the 3rd grant program for UAH 1 000 000

Vadym Stolar Foundation has announced the launch of the 3rd grant program for UAH 1,000,000.

Society • October 3, 10:24 AM • 11177 views
The 72nd Brigade is withdrawing from Vuhledar: “It would have been critically difficult to hold the town any longer”

Defense forces withdrew from Vuhledar to minimize losses. A spokesman for the 72nd Brigade said that further holding the city would have been critically difficult for Ukrainian units.

War in Ukraine • October 3, 09:55 AM • 13502 views
Defense Forces stop active Russian offensive near Pokrovsk - head of the Center for Public Affairs

Ukrainian defenders stopped an active offensive by Russian troops near Pokrovsk in Donetsk region. Over the past day, 142 combat engagements took place, with the hottest fighting in the Pokrovske and Kurakhove sectors.

War in Ukraine • October 3, 08:38 AM • 15655 views
Ukrainian Defense Forces Hit Russian Nebo-M Radar Station with ATACAMS

Ukrainian defense forces hit the Russian Nebo-M radar with ATACAMS ballistic missiles. The destruction of this station significantly reduces Russia's ability to detect and intercept air targets, creating favorable conditions for the use of cruise missiles.

War in Ukraine • October 3, 06:48 AM • 15617 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces repel 29 enemy attacks in the Pokrovsk sector - General Staff on the situation in the frontline

There were 142 combat engagements over the last day. The most intense fighting took place in the Pokrovske and Kurakhove sectors, where Ukrainian troops repelled 29 and 27 enemy attacks respectively.

War in Ukraine • October 3, 05:47 AM • 14977 views
118 combat engagements in the frontline: the biggest hostile activity remains in the Pokrovsk sector - General Staff

There were 118 combat engagements in the frontline, with the highest level of hostile activity in the Pokrovsk sector. The Ukrainian Armed Forces are repelling enemy attacks in various parts of the frontline, in particular in the Kupyansk, Lyman and Kramatorsk sectors.

War in Ukraine • October 2, 09:17 PM • 19507 views
Another trial: three ukrainian marines “sentenced” to almost 30 years in prison in the “dpr”

The occupation “court of the Donetsk People's Republic” sentenced three Ukrainian marines on trumped-up charges. They are accused of killing civilians during hostilities that they did not commit.

War in Ukraine • October 2, 05:32 PM • 16248 views
Umerov calls on Finnish companies to invest in Ukrainian defense industry

Ukraine's Defense Minister Rustem Umerov met with a delegation from the Finnish Parliament. They discussed investments in the Ukrainian defense industry and the creation of joint ventures.

War in Ukraine • October 2, 03:30 PM • 16200 views
Air defense system to engage enemy reconnaissance drone in Rivne region - Ukrainian Air Force

The Ukrainian Air Force warned of possible air defense operations against an enemy reconnaissance UAV in Rivne region. An air alert has been declared in Rivne and Zhytomyr regions.

War in Ukraine • October 2, 01:58 PM • 15947 views
Zelenskyy approves NSDC decision on defense budget for 2025: what is expected

The decree provides for the allocation of at least 26. 3% of GDP to the security and defense sector in 2025. Priority areas of funding have been identified, including the development of the Armed Forces and cybersecurity.

War in Ukraine • October 2, 01:55 PM • 15882 views
University teacher working for the Russian FSB exposed in Kharkiv region

A university professor who collected information on the location of Ukrainian troops for the Russian FSB was detained in Kharkiv region. The woman faces up to 8 years in prison for unauthorized dissemination of information about the Armed Forces.

War in Ukraine • October 2, 01:28 PM • 14343 views
NBU issues commemorative coin in honor of Usyk's victory over Fury

The National Bank of Ukraine presented a commemorative coin “Absolute” dedicated to Oleksandr Usyk's victory over Tyson Fury. The 5 hryvnia coin was put into circulation on October 1, 2024, with a mintage of up to 50 thousand pieces.

Society • October 2, 12:55 PM • 15376 views
Not true: military denies information about alleged use of RSAB-9000 bomb by Russian armed forces in Vovchansk

The information about the use of the RSAB-9000 bomb by the Russian Federation in Vovchansk is not true. The bomb requires a Tu-160 strategic bomber, the movement of which has not been recorded.

War in Ukraine • October 2, 11:59 AM • 13603 views
Court chooses a preventive measure for Stakhiv on the fifth attempt

The Galician District Court of Lviv imposed on Ostap Stakhiv a pre-trial restraint in the form of arrest for 60 days without bail. The blogger is suspected of fraud and disseminating information about the location of the Armed Forces.

Crimes and emergencies • October 2, 11:53 AM • 11789 views
Spouses who spied for air defense and committed sabotage on behalf of Russia detained in Dnipro

The SBU exposed a married couple who passed on Ukrainian air defense locations to Russia and committed arson attacks on Ukrzaliznytsia. The husband faces life imprisonment, the wife - up to 8 years in prison.

War in Ukraine • October 2, 11:14 AM • 16056 views
Ukraine's defense sector is ready to implement state-of-the-art technologies - Defense Ministry

The Deputy Minister of Defense of Ukraine called for investment in the Ukrainian defense industry, which demonstrates high efficiency. The priority is to introduce the latest technologies, including drones and missiles.

War in Ukraine • October 2, 11:14 AM • 15530 views
Mine Action Coalition allocates €22 million for military equipment for Ukraine

The member countries of the Coalition for Demining Capabilities have agreed to purchase €22 million worth of equipment for Ukraine's needs. Lithuania is allocating €15 million and Sweden €7 million for pickups and trucks for the Armed Forces and the State Service of Ukraine for Specialized Transport Services.

War in Ukraine • October 2, 10:36 AM • 13338 views
Looking for quick money: 4 arsonists of military vehicles detained in Kyiv

The SBU detained four people who set fire to Ukrainian military vehicles in Kyiv on the instructions of Russian special services. The perpetrators face up to 8 years in prison for obstructing the activities of the Armed Forces.

War in Ukraine • October 2, 10:13 AM • 15117 views
Higher command authorizes withdrawal of units from Vuhledar - OSG “Khortytsia”

The enemy sent reserves for flanking attacks on Vuhledar, exhausting the Ukrainian defense. The command allowed units to withdraw from the city to save personnel and equipment.

War in Ukraine • October 2, 09:57 AM • 13927 views
Umerov: in 2025 we will increase production of drones, long-range weapons and ballistic missiles

Ukraine's Defense Minister announced an increase in production of drones, long-range weapons, and ballistic missiles in 2025. Ukraine has invested $4 billion in the development of the defense industry and plans to increase funding.

War in Ukraine • October 2, 09:48 AM • 15844 views
General Staff: 110 combat engagements took place in the frontline, the enemy is actively attacking in the Pokrovsk sector

The General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces reports 110 combat engagements per day. The most intense enemy attacks are in the Pokrovsk sector, where 22 assault operations took place. Fighting continues at the Kupyansk, Lyman and other directions.

War in Ukraine • October 1, 10:16 PM • 20115 views
The most massive case of execution: the occupiers shot 16 Ukrainian prisoners of war in the Pokrovsk sector

In the Donetsk region, the Russian military executed 16 captured Ukrainian soldiers. The Office of the Prosecutor General has launched an investigation into this war crime for violating the laws and customs of war.

War in Ukraine • October 1, 05:38 PM • 24526 views
“Ukrzaliznytsia has opened a special website to support railroad veterans

The veteran policy of Ukrzaliznytsia JSC clearly defines all the procedures that HR specialists must follow when hiring veterans and returning them to work.

Society • October 1, 03:30 PM • 17229 views