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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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In Dnipropetrovs'k region, fraudsters send fake letters to entrepreneurs on behalf of RMA

The head of the Dnipro RMA warned of fraudulent letters urging businesses to help the Armed Forces. The criminals use the name of the RMA and refer to the legislation to convince them.

Crimes and emergencies • August 5, 10:36 AM • 13416 views
Khmelnytskyi region detains leader of gang that set fire to TCC cars on Russia's order

In Khmelnytskyi region, a criminal group that set fire to the official vehicles of the Defense Forces on the instructions of Russian intelligence was neutralized. The leader of the gang was detained and faces up to 10 years in prison.

War in Ukraine • August 5, 10:15 AM • 30979 views
Rally near the TCR in Kovel: two proceedings opened

Two criminal proceedings have been opened in Volyn region over the events near the TCR in Kovel on August 3. The police are identifying those involved in the incident and clarifying the details of the incident.

Society • August 5, 09:37 AM • 13627 views
In Vovchansk, Ukrainian Defense Forces destroyed a Russian enemy BMP with its crew and troops

Ukrainian troops destroyed a Russian BMP-2 with a crew and troops in Vovchansk. There were 11 combat engagements in the last day, the enemy lost 137 people and 33 pieces of equipment.

War in Ukraine • August 5, 08:06 AM • 101955 views
SBU uncovers large-scale FSB agent network in 6 regions

The SBU detained 9 Russian agents who were collecting intelligence for missile strikes on Ukraine. The detainees include officials, managers and a student who operated in different regions of the country.

War in Ukraine • August 5, 07:21 AM • 43318 views
General Staff: 124 combat engagements in 24 hours, most of them in the Pokrovsk and Toretsk sectors

There were 124 combat engagements in the frontline. Most enemy attacks were repelled in the Pokrovske and Toretske sectors. The Ukrainian Armed Forces struck 14 times at Russian troop concentrations.

War in Ukraine • August 5, 05:46 AM • 35382 views
UKRAINIAN ARMED FORCES: Ukraine's Armed Forces eliminate 1180 russian servicemen over 24 hours

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine released data on the losses of the invaders over the day. The enemy destroyed 1180 soldiers, 6 tanks, 31 armored personnel carriers and 69 artillery systems.

War in Ukraine • August 5, 05:00 AM • 36593 views
Air defense works on enemy drone in Sumy region

The Air Force of the Ukrainian Armed Forces reports on the work of air defense in Sumy region. The Ukrainian military is countering an enemy unmanned aerial vehicle in the region.

War in Ukraine • August 5, 04:45 AM • 33250 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 5, 03:02 AM • 38993 views
Invader advances in several areas of Donetsk region - DeepState

According to DeepState, enemy troops advanced in Pivnichne, Zalizne, Zhelanne, Serhiivka, Ivanivka, near Lysychne and Zhelanne. Ukrainian defense forces withdrew from the Stupky Holubovski-2 tract.

War in Ukraine • August 4, 10:36 PM • 34482 views
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 • 34403 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 • 92692 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 • 61106 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 • 44782 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 • 29012 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 • 74233 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 • 96553 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 • 104031 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 • 35426 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 • 39737 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 • 102580 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 • 35386 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 • 50268 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 • 30800 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 • 100413 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 • 105212 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 • 30871 views
A series of explosions occurred in Kharkiv

A series of explosions were recorded in Kharkiv.

War in Ukraine • August 3, 08:01 PM • 63962 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 • 31535 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 • 104777 views