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Armed Forces of Ukraine

Military formation
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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Defense Ministry and General Staff to deploy medical information system in military units by the end of the year - Zelenskyy

The President instructed to deploy a medical information system in military units by the end of the year. He also instructed the government to provide funding for the creation of a modern rehabilitation hospital.

Health • July 27, 11:54 AM • 28319 views
In the Kharkiv sector, the enemy concentrated its main efforts in the areas of Hlyboke and Volchansk - OTU “Kharkiv”

The situation in the Kharkiv sector remains tense. The enemy is trying to penetrate Ukraine's defense by concentrating forces near Hlyboke and Vovchansk, but Ukrainian troops are in control of the situation.

War in Ukraine • July 27, 09:58 AM • 39859 views
Andriushchenko: Occupants continue to bring new units to Zaporizhzhia region

Russians are bringing new units to Zaporizhzhia region, but the pace has slowed. Andriushchenko reports a reduction in training time for the military and a possible lack of resources for defense by the occupiers.

War in Ukraine • July 27, 07:41 AM • 30734 views
There were 122 combat engagements in the frontline over the last day. In the Pokrovsk sector, Russians concentrated their attacks near Novooleksandrivka

Over the last day, 122 combat engagements took place, 37 of them in the Pokrovsk sector. Russia carried out 80 air strikes and fired 4,636 times, while Ukrainian defense forces repelled the attacks in various directions.

War in Ukraine • July 27, 06:13 AM • 34109 views
Russia keeps one Kalibr carrier in the Black Sea

In the Black Sea, Russia has one Kalibr carrier ship with 4 missiles. In the Mediterranean Sea, there are two ships, one of which carries 16 Kalibrs. During the day, 9 ships passed through the Kerch Strait.

War in Ukraine • July 27, 04:29 AM • 104866 views
The Ministry of Defense has approved a new mobile car repair shop made in Ukraine

Ukraine's Ministry of Defense has authorized the operation of a new Ukrainian-made mobile car repair shop. It is more compact than its Soviet counterparts, mounted on pickup trucks and equipped for various repairs.

War in Ukraine • July 27, 03:43 AM • 33845 views
Ukraine's General Staff: 107 combat engagements took place in the frontline over the last day

There were 107 combat engagements in the frontline. The most intense enemy attacks in the Pokrovsk sector are 30 attacks, half of which are taking place near Novooleksandrivka, Vozdvyzhenka, Novoselivka Persha and Yasnobrodivka.

War in Ukraine • July 26, 08:30 PM • 35702 views
Will have a negative impact: the Ministry of Finance explains why VAT should not be raised

The Ministry of Economy of Ukraine warns of the negative consequences of a VAT increase for all citizens. Instead, it is proposed to impose a military duty on goods that are not essential.

Society • July 26, 07:08 PM • 27002 views
Inspection in 59th Brigade reveals no cases of criminal orders - Military Law Enforcement Service

The working group found no cases of criminal orders being issued in the 59th Separate Motorized Infantry Brigade. Management decisions that could negatively affect the performance of combat missions were identified, and measures were taken to prevent such cases.

War in Ukraine • July 26, 02:16 PM • 35390 views
SBU serves new suspicion to gauleiter Pasichnyk

The SBU has served a new suspicion notice to Leonid Pasechnik for organizing forced 'mobilization' in the occupied Luhansk region. According to the SBU, Pasichnyk signed an order that led to the forced conscription of 80% of employees of local enterprises.

War in Ukraine • July 26, 01:08 PM • 26060 views
The price of the issue: funds to rename Brovary or to help the Ukrainian army

The possible renaming of Brovary to Brovari raises doubts about the feasibility and additional costs. Local authorities and experts believe that the funds would be better spent on supporting the Ukrainian army.

Society • July 26, 11:04 AM • 241490 views
General Staff confirms strike on Saki airfield in occupied Crimea

The General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces confirmed the strike on the Saki airfield in the temporarily occupied Crimea at night. The General Staff said that this is an important facility used by Russia to control airspace and strike at Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • July 26, 10:08 AM • 42717 views
Since the beginning of this year, more than 10 thousand applications have been received by recruiting centers - Lazutkin

The Defense Ministry spokesman reported a high demand for military service. More than 3.2 thousand people are already enrolling or training, and more than 300 thousand resumes have been processed on online platforms.

Society • July 26, 09:00 AM • 64716 views
The number of those who have updated their military records far exceeds the needs of the army - Defense Ministry

The Ministry of Defense reports that 4. 6 million citizens have updated their military records, which is far more than the Armed Forces need. There is currently no urgent need to lower the mobilization age, but the situation may change.

Society • July 26, 07:34 AM • 24914 views
Ukrainian Air Force shoots down 20 attack UAVs at night

The Commander of the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Mykola Oleshchuk announced the successful repulsion of an air attack on the night of July 26, 2024.

War in Ukraine • July 26, 04:32 AM • 33595 views
Plus 950 occupants and 7 tanks: General Staff updates data on losses

Since the beginning of the invasion of Ukraine, Russian troops have lost approximately 572,300 personnel and 8,320 tanks.

War in Ukraine • July 26, 04:26 AM • 26362 views
Zelensky: “Ukrainian defense industry is becoming completely different - stronger, more efficient”

President Zelenskyy announced the strengthening of Ukraine's defense industry and the attraction of foreign investment. Ukraine plans to increase production of long-range drones and improve their quality.

War in Ukraine • July 25, 06:10 PM • 79349 views
Odesa RMA canceled wasteful tenders for more than half a billion hryvnias

Odesa Regional State Administration canceled unnecessary tenders worth UAH 547. 5 million. The canceled procurements include overpriced food, furniture, cars, documentation development and non-urgent repairs.

Economy • July 25, 05:22 PM • 28461 views
Another Russian agent is sentenced to 15 years in prison for launching missiles in Kharkiv region

The SBU announced the sentencing of a 64-year-old FSB agent to 15 years in prison for high treason. He collected intelligence on Ukrainian military facilities in Kharkiv region, working under the guise of a taxi driver.

War in Ukraine • July 25, 03:03 PM • 70209 views
103 combat engagements registered in the frontline, enemy intensified activity in several sectors - General Staff

Over the last day, 103 combat engagements were registered in the frontline. The most intense fighting is taking place in the Pokrovsk sector, with attacks intensifying in the Kurakhove and Vremivsk sectors.

War in Ukraine • July 25, 02:01 PM • 34819 views
Recovery through sports: training for veterans and people with disabilities in Bucha with the support of the MHP Next door program

Training for veterans and people with disabilities in Bucha with the support of the MHP Next door program.

Society • July 25, 01:55 PM • 15894 views
The second recruitment center of the Ukrainian army opened in Sumy region

The second recruitment center for the Ukrainian army in the region has opened in Sumy. The center will provide advice to those wishing to join the Defense Forces.

Society • July 25, 12:45 PM • 18780 views
Yermak and Sullivan discussed restoration of energy infrastructure and military needs of Ukraine

The head of the Ukrainian Presidential Administration Yermak had a telephone conversation with US Presidential Advisor Sullivan. They discussed the situation on the frontline, Ukraine's military needs, the use of F-16s, and the restoration of energy infrastructure.

War in Ukraine • July 25, 11:51 AM • 107569 views
Construction of defense lines is being completed in Kherson region

Kherson region has completed 97% of construction work on fortifications. The government has allocated more than UAH 2 billion for the construction of defense borders in the region this year, Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal said.

War in Ukraine • July 25, 11:04 AM • 43139 views
Romania confirms finding of Russian drone wreckage, fighter jets are again deployed at night amid Russian attack on Ukraine

The Romanian Defense Ministry found the wreckage of a Russian UAV near the border with Ukraine. At night, the military again flew F-18 fighter jets to monitor the situation during Russia's attack on Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • July 25, 10:18 AM • 26638 views
No signs of Russian offensive group formation in Zaporizhzhia and Kherson regions - Likhoviy

Dmytro Lykhoviy, a spokesman for the Tavria unit, said there are no signs of an offensive group of Russians forming in Zaporizhzhia and Kherson regions. According to him, the Ukrainian Armed Forces are ready to fight back in case of an offensive.

War in Ukraine • July 25, 09:50 AM • 28565 views
Medvedchuk's buggy and ATV sold at auction for almost a million - ARMA

ARMA sold Viktor Medvedchuk's buggy and ATV worth almost UAH 1 million. The funds will be used to purchase military bonds to support the Ukrainian Defense Forces.

Economy • July 25, 09:47 AM • 39268 views
Ukrainian defense forces continue to perform tasks in the positions they occupied near Krynky

Ukrainian troops are holding positions near Krynky on the left bank of the Dnipro River. Over the past day, there were 7 combat engagements, and enemy equipment was destroyed in the area of Kozachy Lager.

War in Ukraine • July 25, 09:24 AM • 28605 views
Brovary community hands over 50 more drones to Ukrainian defenders

The community of Brovary handed over another 50 drones to Ukrainian defenders.

Kyiv region • July 25, 09:14 AM • 17259 views
Crimea is in the most vulnerable position - Pletenchuk

A spokesman for the Ukrainian Navy said that the occupied Crimea is in a vulnerable position and could become an island. Families of Russian military and special services are already leaving the peninsula, and Ukraine has a plan to return it.

War in Ukraine • July 25, 08:48 AM • 28312 views