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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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We are removing the Russian military presence and replenishing the exchange fund: Zelensky on the movement of the Armed Forces in the Kursk region

The President of Ukraine reported on the successful actions of the Ukrainian Armed Forces in the Kursk region of Russia. According to him, Ukrainian forces are destroying the enemy's logistics, striking at positions and replenishing the exchange fund.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 05:53 PM • 37002 views
Lubinets on Kursk region: the military is increasing the exchange fund every day, which strengthens Ukraine's position

Dmytro Lubinets, the Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights, announced positive trends in the exchange of prisoners due to the actions of the Ukrainian Armed Forces in the Kursk region of the Russian Federation. This strengthens Ukraine's position and brings the return of Ukrainian heroes home closer.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 05:19 PM • 28683 views
Chief of Staff reports on intense fighting in the Pokrovske and Toretske sectors

Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi informed the President about the continuation of intense fighting in the Pokrovske and Toretske sectors. As of 16:00, the number of combat engagements increased to 75, with the most active enemy actions in the Pokrovsk sector.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 04:48 PM • 27692 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces advance 1-3 km in some areas in Kursk region - Syrsky

Ukrainian troops advance by 1-3 km in some areas in the Kursk region of Russia. Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Syrsky reports to Zelensky on the controlled situation and fighting in the area of Mala Loknya.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 04:37 PM • 32049 views
Syrsky discusses with US General Brown the situation at the front and critical needs of the Armed Forces

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi had a telephone conversation with US General Charles Brown. The parties discussed the operational and strategic situation, as well as the critical needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine for weapons and military equipment.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 04:28 PM • 31999 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces destroy bridge over Seim river in Kursk region of Russia - media

Ukrainian defense forces have destroyed a bridge over the Seim River near Glushkovo in the Kursk region of Russia. This was done to disrupt Russian logistical routes and isolate part of the territory controlled by the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 03:10 PM • 34218 views
Church for military opened in Kyiv Cave Monastery

A church for the military has opened in the Kyiv Cave Monastery. Military chaplains will conduct services together with the monastery's brethren, providing spiritual support to the military.

Society • August 16, 02:04 PM • 37237 views
Occupants have already made 23 attempts to push out the Defense Forces in the Pokrovsk sector: General Staff on the situation at the front

The General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces reports 75 combat engagements at the front as of 16:00. The enemy is most active in the Pokrovsk sector, where almost a third of all attacks took place.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 01:58 PM • 28640 views
Ministry of Defense authorizes Buffalo MPV armored engineering vehicle for use in the Armed Forces of Ukraine

The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has codified and authorized the Buffalo MPV armored personnel carrier for delivery to the Armed Forces of Ukraine. This armored vehicle, manufactured using MRAP technology, is considered one of the safest in the world.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 01:10 PM • 26169 views
Border breakthrough in Kursk region: Legion “Freedom of Russia” appeals to the Russian military

Legion “Freedom of Russia” called on Russian soldiers to voluntarily surrender to the Ukrainian Armed Forces amid fighting in the Kursk region. Those who want to fight for the normal future of Russia are invited to join the Legion.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 01:07 PM • 18672 views
In response to Russian terror of frontline areas, timely evacuation of civilians and operational support of the Armed Forces are important - Fedorov

Ivan Fedorov, head of Zaporizhzhia RMA, emphasized the importance of evacuating civilians from the frontline regions. He also emphasized the need to promptly provide the military with relevant electronic warfare equipment.

Society • August 16, 01:00 PM • 20362 views
British intelligence: Russia is deploying troops to Kursk and strengthening the region's defense

Russia is recovering from the initial chaos caused by the Ukrainian army's offensive in the Kursk region. Ukrainian troops have advanced 10-25 km deep into Russia, controlling more than 1,000 km² of territory.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 12:33 PM • 93989 views
Armed Forces pickup trucks and relay cabinets set on fire in southern Ukraine: law enforcement detains Russian accomplices - four of them minors

Law enforcement officers detained six young men who had been setting fire to military equipment in Odesa and Mykolaiv on the orders of Russian intelligence. The offenders set fire to military off-road vehicles and railway infrastructure.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 12:15 PM • 27397 views
Occupants are preparing provocations in the TOT for the Independence Day - Yellow Ribbon Movement

Russian occupants are planning provocations and terrorist attacks on August 24 in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine. Citizens are advised to avoid crowded places from August 23 to 25.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 11:09 AM • 29769 views
Mykolaiv detains three teenagers who burned two Ukrainian Armed Forces vehicles on orders from Russia

Three juveniles set fire to two vehicles of the Ukrainian Armed Forces in Mykolaiv on the instructions of Russian special services. The 16-year-old suspect faces up to 8 years in prison, while the other two are 13 and 14 years old.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 10:59 AM • 28993 views
Destroyed checkpoint and fifty captured Russians: paratroopers show footage of Russian border breakthrough in Kursk region

The 80th Air Assault Brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine destroyed the Sudzha border crossing point in the Kursk region of the Russian Federation. The Ukrainian military captured more than 50 Russians and broke through the enemy's defense line.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 10:42 AM • 95329 views
Olympic saber Harlan brought 10 million hryvnias during the auction: money will be allocated to the Armed Forces

Olga Harlan's Olympic saber was sold at auction for UAH 10 million. The funds will be used to purchase ShaBlya automated turrets for the Ukrainian infantry, said Serhiy Prytula.

Society • August 16, 08:59 AM • 16145 views
Center for Countering Disinformation exposes new russian fakes about events in kursk region

The Center for Public Integrity has detected a new wave of russian disinformation about the events in the Kursk region. The fakes concern “Ukrainian Nazis,” Western journalists, “false flag” provocations, and the participation of foreigners in the operation.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 08:40 AM • 31968 views
SBU neutralizes FSB agent network in Kherson

The SBU detained three FSB agents in Kherson who were collecting intelligence on the Defense Forces. The criminals planned to attract more “like-minded people” through the Telegram channel for espionage.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 07:13 AM • 28709 views
Border breakthrough and destruction of enemy defenses: General Staff showed the first hours of the operation in the Kursk region

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine released a video of the first hours of the operation in the Kursk region on August 6, 2024. The key success factors were preparation, surprise, morale, and information silence.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 06:15 AM • 20478 views
General Staff: 144 combat engagements over the last day, the hottest in the Pokrovsk sector

There were 144 combat engagements in the frontline, almost a third of them in the Pokrovsk sector. The enemy launched 7 missile and 74 air strikes, dropping 101 drones. Defense forces are repelling the attacks.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 05:37 AM • 25398 views
Plus 1330 occupants and 12 tanks: General Staff updates data on enemy losses

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has updated data on the losses of the Russian army in Ukraine. Over the past day, the occupiers lost 1,330 soldiers, 12 tanks and 59 artillery systems.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 05:06 AM • 20044 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces capture about 2000 Russian soldiers in Kursk region - The Independent

Ukrainian troops conducted a large-scale operation in the Kursk region of the Russian Federation, capturing about 2,000 Russian soldiers.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 12:22 AM • 105958 views
Occupants approach Pokrovsk, authorities ask residents to evacuate

Russian troops have approached Pokrovsk to within 10 km. The authorities are urging residents to evacuate immediately, providing contact numbers to organize their departure.

Society • August 15, 09:42 PM • 33786 views
Fraudsters send fake letters in Kharkiv region on behalf of RMA head

Fraudsters are sending fake messages on behalf of Oleg Sinegubov, asking for financial assistance for his defense lawyers. The RMA urges you to be vigilant and check the information to avoid falling for the manipulations of criminals.

Society • August 15, 07:34 PM • 23727 views
Malyuk: SBU, Armed Forces and GUR joined negotiation group on prisoner exchange with Russia

SBU Head Vasyl Malyuk announces the capture of 102 Russian servicemen in Kursk region. The negotiating group for the exchange of prisoners was expanded to include representatives of the SBU, the GUR, the MIA, the Armed Forces, the SZR and the Ombudsman.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 06:11 PM • 85482 views
Payments and preferences for the military involved in the Kursk region: Zelensky introduced a bill

The President introduced a draft law on social protection of the military participating in operations in Russia. The draft law provides for payments and preferences for those serving on the front line.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 06:02 PM • 75718 views
The Ministry of Defense: 1.1 thousand electronic reports have already been submitted through “Army+”

123 military units have implemented the procedure for submitting electronic reports through Army+. The app allows you to submit reports in minutes, having the same legal force as paper reports.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 05:30 PM • 31088 views
Lithuania hands over another military aid package to Ukraine

On August 15, Lithuania sent Ukraine another batch of military aid, including forklifts, trailers, and folding beds. In total, Lithuania has provided over 641 million euros in aid to Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 03:55 PM • 43887 views
In Kursk region, Ukrainian soldiers killed a dozen Russians in one operation: video

The soldiers of the 8th Regiment of the Special Forces of Ukraine conducted a successful operation behind enemy lines in the Kursk region of Russia. An enemy truck with military personnel and those trying to hide were destroyed in a few minutes.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 03:43 PM • 37709 views