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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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Ministry of Defense authorizes delivery of Swedish armored personnel carrier PbV 302

The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has approved the delivery of the Swedish armored personnel carrier PbV 302. The vehicle has powerful weapons, reinforced armor and is capable of overcoming difficult off-road and water obstacles.

War in Ukraine • August 19, 09:26 AM • 23394 views
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ATO veterans deny NABU's accusations in the case of ex-Minister Mykola Solskyi

ATO soldiers denied NABU's accusations against former Minister Solsky. They claim that they received land plots without conditions and are free to dispose of them.

Crimes and emergencies • August 19, 09:15 AM • 64487 views
Air Force warns of Russian Tu-95MS activity

Six Tu-95MS bombers were spotted flying from the Olenya airfield to the southeast. The Air Force calls for not ignoring air raid warnings in case of a missile threat.

War in Ukraine • August 19, 09:08 AM • 24357 views
Granting Ukrainian citizenship to foreign volunteers: Parliament may soon adopt a law

The Verkhovna Rada is preparing to adopt a bill on granting Ukrainian citizenship to foreigners serving in the Armed Forces and other security agencies. The draft law also provides for a simplified procedure for their family members.

Society • August 19, 08:52 AM • 35390 views
Replenishment of the exchange fund, ISW report and minus bridges: the situation in the Kursk region

Lieutenant General Oleksandr Pavlyuk, Commander of the Ukrainian Army, reported on the successful completion of tasks in the Kursk sector and the replenishment of the exchange fund for the return of Ukrainian soldiers from captivity. Meanwhile, ISW confirms further advancement of Ukrainian forces in the Kursk region, and Russian “military commanders” claim to have allegedly destroyed the third bridge over the Seim River in the Kursk region.

War in Ukraine • August 19, 08:38 AM • 23721 views
General Staff: 145 combat engagements over the day, almost a third in the Pokrovsk sector

There were 145 combat engagements in the frontline, almost a third of which took place in the Pokrovsk sector. The enemy carried out 79 air strikes and over 4,600 attacks, and Ukrainian forces repelled numerous attacks in different directions.

War in Ukraine • August 19, 05:43 AM • 55769 views
Ukraine shoots down 11 Russian Shahed drones

Russian occupants launched 11 Shahed attack UAVs in Ukraine. All the drones were shot down by air defense forces in different regions of the country, including Mykolaiv, Kyiv and Kharkiv.

War in Ukraine • August 19, 04:30 AM • 45915 views
The Washington Post announced the arrival of its journalists in Suja

The Washington Post reported on the visit of its journalists to Suzha, accompanied by the Ukrainian Armed Forces. The journalists interviewed at least a dozen local residents and documented the extent of Ukrainian control.

War in Ukraine • August 19, 02:19 AM • 41042 views
Azov soldiers show combat robot “Rage 2.0” to the brigade's armory

The Azov Brigade has presented the Lyut 2. 0 combat platform for reconnaissance and fire support. The robot has a machine gun, 20 km of range, 3 days of autonomous operation and class 4 protection.

War in Ukraine • August 18, 06:08 PM • 37095 views
WSJ: Russia has already deployed 5,000 troops from Ukraine to Kursk region to stop Ukrainian offensive

The Russian command has transferred 5,000 troops from the front in Ukraine to the Kursk region to counter the Ukrainian offensive. Western analysts estimate Ukraine's forces in the region at 6,000 soldiers, with an additional 4,000 in Sumy region.

War in Ukraine • August 18, 03:50 PM • 63274 views
DPRK Condemns Ukraine's Offensive in Kursk Region of Russia

The DPRK accused Ukraine of attacking Russian territory, calling it an “unforgivable act of aggression. ” Pyongyang also accused the United States of supporting Ukraine and supplying it with weapons.

War in Ukraine • August 18, 02:08 PM • 102092 views
Lenin's monument still stands in court - BBC

In the Russian town of Suzha, which is controlled by Ukrainian troops, the Lenin monument remains in place, although damaged. The BBC denied the information about its demolition, which had been spread earlier on social media.

War in Ukraine • August 18, 01:52 PM • 96247 views
Over 80 combat engagements registered in the frontline, most attacks in the Pokrovsk sector - General Staff

Over the last day, 81 combat engagements were registered in the frontline. Ukrainian defenders are repelling Russian invaders' attacks in various sectors, including Kharkiv, Kupyansk, Lyman and Kramatorsk.

War in Ukraine • August 18, 01:44 PM • 42389 views
rf conducts an information campaign on the topic of Kurdistan - CPD

Russia is conducting an information campaign about Kursk for domestic and foreign audiences. The goal is to discredit Ukraine, spread fakes about “voluntary” surrender, and reduce reports of Ukrainian military success.

War in Ukraine • August 18, 12:35 PM • 36384 views
General Staff confirms attack on russian kavkaz plant in rostov region

The Ukrainian defense forces attacked the Kavkaz plant, which stored oil products for the russian army. At least two fires were reported, and the details of the consequences are being clarified.

War in Ukraine • August 18, 08:27 AM • 35337 views
By maneuvering in the kursk region, the AFU compensated for the russian federation's advantage in strength and equipment - ISW

The Ukrainian operation in the kursk region showed the effectiveness of maneuver warfare against russian superiority. The Ukrainian armed forces advanced 800 square kilometers in 6 days, while the russian federation occupied 1,175 square kilometers in 7 months.

War in Ukraine • August 18, 07:08 AM • 37828 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces repel 46 Russian attacks in Pokrovsk sector - General Staff

Over the last day, 139 combat engagements were registered in the frontline. The highest concentration of attacks was in the Pokrovsk sector, where Ukrainian troops repelled 46 enemy assault and offensive attacks.

War in Ukraine • August 18, 05:32 AM • 107520 views
98 combat engagements over the day: Ukrainian Armed Forces repel attacks in various sectors

There were 98 combat engagements over the day. Russia launched 3 missile strikes, 64 air strikes, and used 463 kamikaze drones. The Ukrainian Armed Forces are repelling attacks at the Kharkiv, Kupiansk, Lyman and other directions.

War in Ukraine • August 17, 09:21 PM • 58389 views
Only Syria condemned the Kursk operation of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, while most countries “friendly” to Russia remain silent

Most of the countries “friendly” to the Russian Federation did not comment on Ukraine's military operation in the Kursk region. Only Syria publicly condemned the actions of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, calling them a “terrorist attack.

War in Ukraine • August 17, 07:05 PM • 100555 views
Zelensky on the operation in the Kursk region: “It is going exactly as we expected”

President Zelenskyy said that the Ukrainian Armed Forces' operation in the Kursk region of Russia is going according to plan. He thanked the military for their bravery and reported on the strengthening of Ukraine's positions in the region.

War in Ukraine • August 17, 04:32 PM • 37025 views
This morning there is a replenishment of the exchange fund: Zelensky on Syrsky's report on the Kursk operation

President Zelenskyy heard a report on the Armed Forces' operation in the Kursk region. Ukrainian forces are strengthening their positions, expanding the stabilized territory, and replenishing the prisoner exchange fund.

War in Ukraine • August 17, 10:39 AM • 100591 views
Ukrainian troops engage in 132 combat engagements in the frontline over the last day, 51 of them in the Pokrovsk sector - General Staff

Over the past day, 132 combat engagements took place. The enemy launched 7 missile and 70 air strikes, making 4698 attacks. The Ukrainian Armed Forces successfully repelled the attacks in different directions, inflicting significant losses on the enemy.

War in Ukraine • August 17, 08:04 AM • 42754 views
Zelenskyy shows video of Ukrainian defense developments for sea, land and air

The President of Ukraine showed a video with the developments of the national defense complex for sea, land and air, which destroy Russia's potential.

War in Ukraine • August 17, 07:35 AM • 26540 views
Ukraine debunks Kremlin fake about US plans to “replace” Zelensky with someone else

Russian media are spreading disinformation about US plans to oust Zelenskyy over the actions of the Armed Forces in the Kursk region. This is part of Russia's information campaign aimed at destabilizing the situation in Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • August 17, 07:11 AM • 101318 views
All 14 enemy “shaheeds” were destroyed in the sky over Ukraine at night

Ukraine's air defense forces shot down 14 Shahed attack drones launched by Russia at night. Air defense was active in six regions, and an Iskander-K cruise missile was intercepted.

War in Ukraine • August 17, 05:59 AM • 70544 views
In addition to 1230 occupants, 58 artillery systems and 5 tanks were neutralized: General Staff updates data on enemy losses

The General Staff has updated data on enemy losses. Over the past day, the Russian army lost 1,230 soldiers, 58 artillery systems, 5 tanks and other equipment.

War in Ukraine • August 17, 05:24 AM • 30954 views
Russians showed a video of the alleged head of the Ukrainian Armed Forces: Lubinets appeals to the UN and ICRC

Dmytro Lubinets appealed to the UN and ICRC over a video showing the severed head of an alleged Ukrainian soldier. The Ombudsman emphasized that this is a violation of international humanitarian law.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 10:43 PM • 99772 views
99 combat engagements took place in the frontline, 37 of them in the Pokrovsk sector - General Staff

There were 99 combat engagements over the last day, 37 of them in the Pokrovsk sector. The enemy launched 5 missile and 56 air strikes, used 687 kamikaze drones and fired 3371 times at Ukrainian positions.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 08:36 PM • 49839 views
Russian troops shelled Sumy region 48 times, 161 explosions recorded

During the day, Russian troops fired 48 times at the border areas of Sumy region. There were 161 explosions in different communities, including air strikes, artillery and mortar attacks.

Society • August 16, 08:14 PM • 43317 views
Aviation is working on the Kursk direction: Oleshchuk shows air strike on bridge in Kursk region

The commander of the Ukrainian Air Force reported active combat operations in the Kursk sector. Ukrainian pilots are conducting precision strikes on enemy targets, including strongholds, equipment and logistics centers.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 06:23 PM • 101434 views