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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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State Border Guard Service temporarily bans all tourists from climbing Pip Ivan and a number of other routes

The State Border Guard Service temporarily bans all tourists from climbing Pip Ivan and a number of other routes in Verkhovyna district due to additional temporary restrictions imposed in Zelenskiy and Biloberetska communities.

Society • July 12, 07:34 PM • 63097 views
An explosion occurs in Kharkiv

An explosion was reportedly heard in Kharkiv, possibly outside the city, while the Ukrainian Air Force warned of possible air strikes on frontline areas.

Society • July 12, 07:16 PM • 33545 views
Introduction of innovative combat unmanned and robotic platforms into the army: Syrsky makes statement

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi spoke about the successful testing of the integrated use of ground and airborne robotic and unmanned systems in real combat, emphasizing the priority of introducing innovative combat unmanned and robotic platforms in the troops as soon as possible.

War in Ukraine • July 12, 06:52 PM • 31514 views
The Cabinet of Ministers allocated UAH 3.2 billion to the State Special Communications Service for the purchase of defense equipment

The Cabinet of Ministers has allocated UAH 3. 2 billion to the State Service for Special Communications and Information Protection for the purchase of defense equipment.

Economy • July 12, 04:55 PM • 23220 views
Work is underway to consolidate support for Ukraine: Syrsky comments on results of NATO summit

At the NATO summit in Washington, Ukraine received commitments from partner countries to provide lethal weapons systems, modern air defense systems, and stable and uninterrupted supplies of missiles and ammunition to support its security against Russian aggression.

War in Ukraine • July 12, 03:36 PM • 25208 views
A student from Mykolaiv who passed information about the Armed Forces of Ukraine to russians for 2 thousand hryvnias was sentenced to 10 years in prison

A 21-year-old student from Mykolaiv was sentenced to 10 years in prison for passing information about the locations of the Ukrainian Armed Forces to russia for mercenary reasons.

War in Ukraine • July 12, 02:20 PM • 26573 views
Relay cabinets set on fire at Ukrzaliznytsia facilities: FSB saboteurs detained

The Security Service of Ukraine detained three FSB saboteurs who set fire to relay cabinets on railroad tracks in Kharkiv and Rivne regions in an attempt to block the movement of Ukrainian military trains.

War in Ukraine • July 12, 08:10 AM • 18526 views
A cruise missile and two other targets were destroyed in Cherkasy region, and there are damages due to the enemy attack

Overnight, air defense systems in Cherkasy region destroyed a cruise missile, another unidentified target and an aerial target over Zolotonosha disctrict, causing a fire in dry vegetation, damage to power lines and smashed windows in houses.

War in Ukraine • July 12, 06:17 AM • 24780 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces: Enemy attack UAVs continue to move

According to the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, enemy attack drones continue to move in several regions of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • July 12, 12:51 AM • 106512 views
Invaders advance near Vozdvyzhenka and Rozdolivka - DeepState

According to DeepState, the enemy advanced near Vozdvyzhenka and Rozdolivka.

War in Ukraine • July 11, 11:06 PM • 29113 views
Enemy attack drones spotted in Mykolaiv region

Enemy attack drones have been spotted in Mykolaiv region, the Ukrainian Air Force reports.

War in Ukraine • July 11, 08:44 PM • 24424 views
An air alert has been announced throughout Ukraine: An enemy MiG-31K has been spotted taking off

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported that it had recorded the takeoff of a MiG-31K fighter jet.

War in Ukraine • July 11, 07:54 PM • 28751 views
Air Force warns of "Shahed" movement in several regions of Ukraine

Four groups of Russian kamikaze drones are moving across different regions of northern and central Ukraine, heading west and southwest.

War in Ukraine • July 11, 04:44 PM • 23309 views
The Netherlands allocated 20 million euros for the purchase of FPV drones for the Armed Forces

The Netherlands will contribute 20 million euros to the Coalition's joint drone development fund to purchase about one million first-person attack drones for the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

War in Ukraine • July 11, 11:49 AM • 24430 views
Ammunition and anti-drone systems: Lithuania handed over a new batch of military aid to Ukraine

Lithuania has delivered another batch of military aid to Ukraine, including ammunition, anti-drone systems and folding beds, continuing its long-term support worth €1 billion, for which €641 million has already been provided.

War in Ukraine • July 11, 10:55 AM • 24687 views
"We are waiting for this step" - Zelensky in the United States calls for lifting restrictions on strikes against Russia

President Zelenskiy called for the lifting of restrictions on strikes on Russian territory, saying it would help Ukraine limit Russia's actions in southern Ukraine and expel the occupier, as well as protect Ukrainian cities from Russian guided bombs and missile attacks.

War in Ukraine • July 10, 06:12 AM • 24906 views
At night 14 out of 20 "Shaheds" were destroyed, the enemy attacked the port infrastructure of Odesa region with missiles, 3 missiles and 3 drones failed to reach their targets - Ukrainian Armed Forces

Overnight, 14 out of 20 Shahed attack drones launched by Russian troops were destroyed in the skies over Ukraine, the enemy attacked the port infrastructure of Odesa region with missiles, three enemy X-59/X-69 missiles and three attack drones did not reach their targets.

War in Ukraine • July 10, 05:30 AM • 26713 views
Russia advances near Syinkivka, Yevhenivka and continues pressure on New York city center - DeepState

According to DeepState, on the front line, enemy forces have advanced near Synkivka and Yevhenivka and continue to push toward the center of New York.

War in Ukraine • July 9, 09:48 PM • 37644 views
General Staff: 128 combat engagements took place in the frontline. The enemy attacked most intensively in the Pokrovsk sector

According to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, 128 combat engagements took place on the frontline, including missile strikes, air strikes, kamikaze drone attacks, and artillery shelling by enemy forces.

War in Ukraine • July 9, 09:04 PM • 41017 views
Enemy attacks: attack drones spotted in several regions

Several groups of enemy Shahed attack drones were detected in different regions of Ukraine, including Mykolaiv, Kirovohrad, and Kherson.

War in Ukraine • July 9, 08:46 PM • 41873 views
We call on all Ukrainians in Europe to join the Ukrainian Legion - Umerov

Umerov called on all Ukrainians in Europe to join the Ukrainian Legion, as every step brings Ukraine closer to victory in the fight for freedom and independence.

War in Ukraine • July 9, 08:28 PM • 56152 views
The Ministry of Defense is testing a new lightweight model of body armor

The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine is testing a new lightweight model of body armor weighing 7. 5-12 kg for Ukrainian military, and the final stage of laboratory testing is underway.

War in Ukraine • July 9, 03:07 PM • 19436 views
Lubinets suggested that Russia should change the principle of exchanges: the one who is in captivity longer gets released earlier

The Verkhovna Rada Commissioner for Human Rights noted that Ukraine has a separate list of Ukrainian military personnel who were captured before the full-scale invasion.

War in Ukraine • July 9, 01:31 PM • 23431 views
High-speed target spotted in the direction of Myrhorod - Air Force

A high-speed target was spotted in the direction of Myrhorod, the Air Force reported.

War in Ukraine • July 9, 01:13 PM • 16949 views
In Poltava region, air defense works against a Russian reconnaissance drone

Ukrainian air defense forces are working to shoot down a Russian reconnaissance drone in Poltava region, which could result in explosions.

War in Ukraine • July 9, 11:47 AM • 26850 views
In Zaporizhzhia, attackers assaulted a woman and "doused" her with tear gas

In Zaporizhzhia, a man attacked a woman in the stairwell of a high-rise building, sprayed her with tear gas and tried to steal her backpack, but fled when she called for help; he and his accomplice were later detained and face up to 15 years in prison with confiscation of property.

Crimes and emergencies • July 9, 11:33 AM • 16264 views
Air Force reports work on enemy reconnaissance drone in Poltava region

The Air Force of the Ukrainian Armed Forces reported on the work on an enemy reconnaissance drone in Poltava region.

War in Ukraine • July 9, 11:07 AM • 37577 views
The Ministry of Defense and the Land Forces start recruiting UAV operators in Lviv

The Ministry of Defense and the Land Forces are launching a joint project in Lviv to select unmanned aerial vehicle operators.

War in Ukraine • July 9, 10:04 AM • 26445 views
Plus 1220 occupants and 7 tanks: General Staff updates data on enemy losses

Since the beginning of the invasion of Ukraine, Russian troops have lost approximately 553,410 personnel and 8,178 tanks.

War in Ukraine • July 9, 04:16 AM • 22677 views
Ammunition, drones and Patriot air defense systems: Germany has updated the list of military aid to Ukraine

Germany has handed over a third Patriot air defense system, ammunition, drones, cars, boats and other military aid to Ukraine, according to an updated list by the Bundestag.

War in Ukraine • July 8, 05:17 PM • 57982 views