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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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Ukraine develops adaptive suits for wounded soldiers - Ministry of Defense

Adaptive Velcro suits are being developed in Ukraine to facilitate access to medical procedures for wounded soldiers, designed in neutral colors and loose fitting for use in stabilization centers or hospitals.

War in Ukraine • July 5, 12:36 PM • 20575 views
Donetsk Regional State Administration Decides to Change Food Supplier for Military in Donetsk Oblast: Reason Given

The State Logistics Operator has announced a new tender for the supply of food for military units in Donetsk region for the second half of 2024 after one supplier failed to meet the requirements.

War in Ukraine • July 5, 12:30 PM • 27708 views
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Such decisions should not be made without community participation - Association of Ukrainian Cities on the desire of some MPs to rename Brovary

The renaming of Brovary to Brovari should not take place without consultation with the local community, as such decisions require taking into account the opinion of residents, according to the Association of Ukrainian Cities.

Society • July 5, 12:03 PM • 106458 views
Thanks to F-16 fighters, Ukraine will be able to strengthen control over the Black Sea - Neizhpapa

Having received F-16 fighter jets, Ukraine will be able to strengthen its control over the Black Sea and challenge Russia's dominance in the region's airspace, the Ukrainian Navy commander believes.

War in Ukraine • July 5, 10:51 AM • 24310 views
russians spread fake news about an outbreak of an unknown infection among the military in Kherson

russians spread fake reports of an outbreak of an unknown infectious disease among Ukrainian soldiers in Kherson, continuing their disinformation campaign about the alleged discovery of cholera in the city.

War in Ukraine • July 5, 10:39 AM • 20184 views
Conflict between civilians and employees of the TCR in Vorokhta: two proceedings opened

Police have opened criminal proceedings over a conflict between civilians and military personnel of TCR in Vorokhta, Ivano-Frankivsk region, which resulted in a soldier being injured and his car damaged.

Society • July 5, 07:15 AM • 15381 views
Drones have become one of the priorities for the army - Syrskyi

Drones have become a priority for the Ukrainian army along with artillery due to their successful use at the front, prompting an increase in experience with all types of unmanned systems to stay technologically ahead of the enemy.

War in Ukraine • July 5, 06:51 AM • 21785 views
During a night attack, the Defenders shot down all 32 enemy Shahed drones

All 32 enemy attack drones were successfully shot down by Ukrainian air defense during the night attack.

War in Ukraine • July 5, 04:52 AM • 28459 views
"The city that the Russians turned into a total ruin": the Armed Forces showed what Chasiv Yar looks like

The Ukrainian military showed a photo of the town of Chasiv Yar in Donetsk Oblast, which is shelled daily by Russian occupation forces.

War in Ukraine • July 4, 04:31 PM • 39988 views
Kuleba named solutions that could reverse the trend of the current war

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba believes that allowing the use of Western weapons outside Ukraine against Russian military facilities and destroying Russian bombers on airfields and in the air are key steps needed to stop the Russian offensive.

War in Ukraine • July 4, 03:05 PM • 31488 views
Ukraine's national team for the 2025 Invictus Games announced: list

The names of 35 veterans who will represent Ukraine at the international Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025 have been published.

Society • July 4, 03:02 PM • 23198 views
Zaluzhnyi has already left for the UK - media

Valeriy Zaluzhnyi, the former commander-in-chief of Ukraine's Armed Forces, has left for the UK to take up his duties as Ukraine's ambassador to the United Kingdom, informed sources say.

Politics • July 4, 02:37 PM • 26897 views
In Ukraine, more than 11 million men are potentially subject to mobilization, but the final figure is still unknown - Natalukha

More than 11 million men aged 25 to 59 are potentially subject to mobilization in Ukraine. About 565,000 have already been booked.

Society • July 4, 12:04 PM • 25309 views
Zelenskyy on army personnel: today the situation is much better than it was three months ago

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy says that the situation with army personnel is much better now than in the previous 3 months, but emphasizes the need for more equipment and weapons packages.

War in Ukraine • July 4, 11:01 AM • 112445 views
We have 14 understaffed brigades - Zelensky

According to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, 14 brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine have not been provided with the promised weapons due to slow deliveries from partners, which prevents counteroffensive actions.

War in Ukraine • July 4, 10:53 AM • 32032 views
Dnipro region: enemy reconnaissance drone destroyed

The Vostok Air Command of the Ukrainian Armed Forces has destroyed an enemy reconnaissance drone, said Serhiy Lysak, head of the Dnipropetrovs'k Regional Military Administration.

War in Ukraine • July 4, 10:00 AM • 21546 views
FSB agents spied on maritime security of Odesa region under the guise of brides: detained

In Odesa region, two FSB agents posing as newlyweds were detained for spying on the locations of the maritime guard for air strikes on the locations of Ukrainian defenders.

War in Ukraine • July 4, 07:15 AM • 22670 views
The enemy is attacking: missile threat to the eastern regions

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine informed about a missile threat to the eastern regions.

War in Ukraine • July 3, 10:32 PM • 21961 views
Threat of using attack drones detected in Sumy and Chernihiv regions

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine informed about the detection of a threat of using attack drones in Sumy and Chernihiv regions.

War in Ukraine • July 3, 08:33 PM • 28225 views
More than 300 tons of low-quality food did not reach the Ukrainian military

During the inspections, almost 340 tons of low-quality and dangerous food products intended for the Armed Forces of Ukraine were rejected due to non-compliance with regulations, lack of quality certificates, improper labeling and expired shelf life.

Society • July 3, 01:36 PM • 26426 views
Explosion occurs in Kryvyi Rih amid threat of enemy ballistic missile use

An explosion occurred in Kryvyi Rih, Dnipropetrovs'k region, amid warnings of the threat of enemy ballistic missiles from Crimea.

War in Ukraine • July 3, 08:33 AM • 25608 views
Explosions occurred in Dnipro after reports of a group of UAVs heading toward the city

The explosions occurred in Dnipro after the Air Force reported a group of attack drones heading toward the city from the west.

War in Ukraine • July 3, 05:51 AM • 20204 views
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 • 23263 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 • 23947 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 • 54215 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 • 23844 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 • 20097 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 • 21919 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 • 25733 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 • 43763 views