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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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Plus 1180 occupants and 16 tanks: General Staff updates data on enemy losses

Since the beginning of the invasion of Ukraine, Russian troops have lost approximately 546,270 personnel and 8123 tanks.

War in Ukraine • July 3, 04:18 AM • 23252 views
Syrsky told about the biggest problems at the front

According to the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi, the main problems at the front are manning units with motivated, well-trained personnel and providing them with modern electronic warfare and air defense equipment to effectively combat enemy unmanned aerial vehicles.

War in Ukraine • July 3, 04:11 AM • 23935 views
Syrsky had a conversation with the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi discussed the situation at the front and urgent military needs with Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff of the United States Armed Forces General Charles Brown, thanking him for his continued military support.

War in Ukraine • July 2, 08:30 PM • 54204 views
Czech President officially received the new Ambassador of Ukraine

Czech President Petr Pavel officially received new ambassadors from Spain, India, Zambia, and Ukraine, and Vasyl Zvarych was appointed as Ukraine's new ambassador to the Czech Republic.

Politics • July 2, 05:59 PM • 23824 views
Syrsky named the main problematic issues in the combat areas

The main problematic issue for commanders is manning units with motivated, well-trained soldiers and providing them with modern electronic warfare and air defense equipment capable of effectively countering Russian UAVs.

War in Ukraine • July 2, 05:44 PM • 20088 views
Untimely delivery of uniforms for the Armed Forces: The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine wins international arbitration for almost UAH 180 million

The International Court of Arbitration has awarded the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine nearly UAH 180 million for the late and poor quality of military equipment supplied by a foreign supplier to the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • July 2, 05:39 PM • 21903 views
The active front line has increased - Syrskyi

The situation in the Pokrovsk sector remains difficult despite reinforcements, while in other areas the intensity of hostilities has decreased, but the active front line has increased, according to the Chief Commander of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • July 2, 05:30 PM • 25717 views
Russian Federation puts deputy commander of the Land Forces of Ukraine on the wanted list

Russia has put Deputy Commander of the Land Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Nesterenko on the wanted list.

War in Ukraine • July 2, 01:44 PM • 43750 views
Russian army attacks Poltava region: no hits to civilian or industrial infrastructure - RMA

Today, Russian troops attacked Poltava region, but no hits to civilian or industrial infrastructure were reported.

War in Ukraine • July 2, 12:30 PM • 23799 views
Government has allocated almost UAH 2.4 billion from the reserve fund for road repairs

The Cabinet of Ministers reallocated funds and allocated UAH 2. 39 billion from the state budget reserve fund to restore local roads.

War in Ukraine • July 2, 11:59 AM • 21603 views
Russians are actively deploying mobile electronic warfare units to Donetsk - guerrillas

Russian troops have deployed mobile electronic warfare units to Donetsk, probably due to the constant activity of FPV drones of the Ukrainian Defense Forces.

War in Ukraine • July 2, 10:56 AM • 20976 views
Poltava reports audible explosion after Air Force warns of ballistic threat

An explosion was heard in Poltava after the Ukrainian Air Force warned of a ballistic missile threat and advised residents to take shelter.

War in Ukraine • July 2, 10:43 AM • 25217 views
Syrskyi visits National Police assault brigade "Luty" in Donetsk region

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi visited the National Police assault brigade "Lyuty" in Donetsk region, where he presented state and departmental awards to the soldiers for their courage and dedication.

War in Ukraine • July 2, 10:31 AM • 20245 views
Moscow court arrests Klimkin, Groysman and former Finance Minister Shlapak in absentia

In Russia, a court arrested former Ukrainian officials Pavlo Klimkin, Volodymyr Groysman and Oleksandr Shlapak in absentia.

Crimes and emergencies • July 2, 08:20 AM • 15730 views
Plus 1280 occupants and 8 tanks: General Staff updates data on enemy losses

Since the beginning of the invasion of Ukraine, Russian troops have lost approximately 545,090 personnel and 8,107 tanks.

War in Ukraine • July 2, 04:18 AM • 27748 views
Border guards shoot down a Russian reconnaissance drone near Toretsk with small arms

Near Toretsk, Ukrainian border guards shot down a Russian reconnaissance drone with small arms.

War in Ukraine • July 1, 05:48 PM • 45863 views
Fedorov demonstrated the Vepr universal robot used by the Defense Forces

The Ukrainian military is actively using 30 Vepr universal robots, which can evacuate wounded soldiers, deliver ammunition, remotely mine and clear mines, and be used to train snipers, increasing their capabilities and saving lives.

War in Ukraine • July 1, 05:24 PM • 23833 views
FSB agent who spied on Chasovyi Yar defenders will spend 15 years in prison

An FSB agent who spied on the locations and movements of Ukrainian troops defending Chasovyi Yar was sentenced by a Ukrainian court to 15 years in prison for treason.

War in Ukraine • July 1, 01:38 PM • 26043 views
Explosion-like sounds heard after Ukrainian Air Force warns of high-speed target on Myrhorod - media

Sounds like an explosion were heard after the Ukrainian Air Force reported a high-speed target from Russia's Kursk region moving toward Myrhorod, Poltava region.

War in Ukraine • July 1, 12:56 PM • 16152 views
Air Force warns of high-speed target from Kursk region of Russia towards Myrhorod

The high-speed target was detected in the direction of Mirgorod from the Kursk region of Russia.

War in Ukraine • July 1, 12:42 PM • 16353 views
In the first six months of 2024, the Ministry of Defense authorized almost 480 new models of weapons and military equipment

In the first half of 2024, the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine adopted and authorized for use in the Armed Forces nearly 480 models of weapons and military equipment, more than half of which were domestically produced.

War in Ukraine • July 1, 11:15 AM • 22649 views
The National Security and Defense Council's Center for Political Analysis commented on the alleged arrival of Belarusian special forces at a checkpoint near the border with Ukraine

Russia is conducting a special information operation through Belarus aimed at distracting Ukrainian forces and the West by spreading reports of alleged tensions and the deployment of Belarusian special forces near the Ukrainian border.

War in Ukraine • July 1, 11:09 AM • 25209 views
Navy sailors rescue 5 civilians who were swept into the open sea near Odesa

Ukrainian Navy sailors rescued 5 civilians who were swept into the open sea near Odesa.

Crimes and emergencies • July 1, 07:19 AM • 14546 views
Volunteers of the Free and Faithful NGO delivered another batch of buggies, pickups and repaired trophy vehicles to the military

Volunteers of the Free and Faithful NGO handed over another batch of buggies, pickups and repaired trophy vehicles to the military.

Society • July 1, 05:44 AM • 16783 views
Plus 1110 occupants and 19 tanks: General Staff updates data on enemy losses

Since the beginning of the invasion of Ukraine, Russian troops have lost approximately 543,810 personnel and 8,099 tanks.

War in Ukraine • July 1, 04:14 AM • 27469 views
Ukrainian Navy rescues 5 civilians swept out to sea in Odesa

Sailors of the Ukrainian Navy rescued five civilians who were thrown into the open sea in Odesa.

Society • July 1, 03:25 AM • 16715 views
More than 30,000 Ukrainian defenders and their families transported by Ukrzaliznytsia

Since the launch of the service, Ukrzaliznytsia has transported more than 30,000 Ukrainian defenders and their families.

Society • June 30, 07:00 PM • 65161 views
Zelensky on authorization for strikes on Russian territory: we will continue communication with partners in the coming weeks

Zelenskiy announced that he will continue negotiations with partners in the coming weeks to obtain permission to strike military targets in Russia, as bold decisions are needed to fight Russian combat aircraft and bring peace.

War in Ukraine • June 30, 05:47 PM • 102995 views
Zelenskyy: Request for mobilization is formed by the leadership of the Armed Forces, they follow this plan

President Zelensky stated that the request for the number of people to be mobilized is formed by the leadership of the Armed Forces, and they are currently following this plan.

Society • June 30, 05:25 PM • 27536 views
Su-25 and 229 UAVs: Ukrainian Armed Forces report on destroyed air targets in June

In June 2024, the Armed Forces of Ukraine destroyed nearly 300 enemy unmanned aerial vehicles and a Su-25 aircraft.

War in Ukraine • June 30, 03:55 PM • 21004 views