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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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"The enemy was disoriented": the DShV told about the situation in the Oleksandrivka direction, where 9 settlements were liberated

The defense forces broke through the enemy's fortified line and are destroying reserves on motor vehicles. Currently, territories in Dnipropetrovsk and Zaporizhzhia regions have been liberated.

War in Ukraine • March 30, 02:14 PM • 5126 views
The Armed Forces of Ukraine destroyed three Smerch MLRS and occupiers' fuel bases - "Madyar"Video

Fighters of the 414th brigade eliminated three Smerch installations and a TZM in Crimea. Also, in cooperation with the SBU, enemy fuel tanks in Luhansk region were destroyed.

Society • March 29, 11:26 AM • 5001 views
Ukrainian Navy destroys Russian UAZ with crew on the front line - videoVideo

Ukrainian pilots eliminated an enemy vehicle during an attempted landing. The occupiers could not escape after a precise strike on the vehicle.

War in Ukraine • March 29, 08:43 AM • 4875 views
Russia attacked Ukraine with a Kinzhal missile and 442 attack UAVs - Air ForcePhoto

Defense Forces destroyed 380 enemy UAVs of various types during the night attack. 16 drones hit 7 locations and debris fell in 14 places.

War in Ukraine • March 29, 06:35 AM • 4548 views
Unmanned Systems Forces hit over 1,300 enemy targets on March 28Photo

SBS units destroyed 1,305 targets, including tanks, artillery, and 55 drone launch points. In March, the total number of affected objects reached 34,022.

War in Ukraine • March 29, 05:41 AM • 4802 views
Large-scale drone deals and export of protection systems - Zelenskyy announced details

Ukraine plans to conclude agreements on drones and electronic warfare systems to protect its borders. The President proposes to export military experience and joint defense projects.

News of the World • March 28, 07:03 PM • 9444 views
Strikes on Russian oil refineries and ports caused the biggest disruptions in the aggressor's history - Ukrainian Armed Forces' SBSVideo

Defense forces hit key ports and factories in the Leningrad and Yaroslavl regions. This disrupts export logistics and forces the enemy to stop production.

War in Ukraine • March 28, 06:40 PM • 7902 views
SBS hit Shahed launchers at Donetsk Airport and beyond - "Madyar" showed footage of the workVideo

Unmanned Systems Forces destroyed mobile UAV launchers, two Tor SAM systems, warehouses, and Gvozdika self-propelled artillery. The attacks were carried out in the occupied territories of four regions.

War in Ukraine • March 28, 12:40 PM • 3766 views
Enemy has intensified operations in the Pokrovsk area, with small arms fire ongoing in Hryshyne - Air Assault Forces

The enemy is attacking the Pokrovsk agglomeration with infantry and light equipment; fighting is ongoing in the center of Hryshyne. The Armed Forces of Ukraine are holding back the enemy's advance and destroying artillery.

War in Ukraine • March 28, 09:50 AM • 4157 views
"The strength of our army is its people": Syrskyi awarded soldiers of assault units in the Southern Operational ZonePhoto

The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine presented honorary badges to soldiers of four brigades and regiments. The awards were given to the fighters for their courage and professionalism at the front.

Society • March 27, 11:41 PM • 12095 views
Over 4.1 million Ukrainians to receive payments - cashback for January purchases launched

Payments under the National Cashback program for January 2026 have begun. New rates of 5% and 15% are in effect since March, depending on the category of goods purchased.

Society • March 27, 04:19 PM • 6345 views
Damage to the refinery near St. Petersburg - General Staff of the AFU clarified the consequences

The Defense Forces struck the ELOU-AVT-2 and ELOU-AVT-6 installations in the Leningrad region. The plant produced fuel to meet the needs of the Russian army.

War in Ukraine • March 27, 12:18 PM • 5532 views
The Cabinet of Ministers explained why a cashback on fuel was introduced in Ukraine instead of changing excise taxes

Minister of Economy Oleksiy Sobolev explained the choice of cashback instead of limiting fuel prices. Citizens spend 75% of the received funds on utility payments.

Society • March 27, 09:26 AM • 3561 views
Syrskyi visited the offensive group in the South - says up to 470 sq. km liberated, Russia has 11,000 losses

The Defense Forces regained control over 470 sq. km of territories and eliminated over 11,000 occupiers. The Commander-in-Chief discussed plans for further actions with the commanders.

War in Ukraine • March 27, 08:48 AM • 4232 views
The Defense Forces have opened over 2,000 vacancies for IT specialists

The Ministry of Defense is creating a systemic IT vertical in the army to accelerate digitalization. They are looking for managers, analysts, and developers for over 2,000 positions.

War in Ukraine • March 26, 05:19 PM • 5764 views
General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed the strike on the Kirishi oil refinery in the Leningrad region

The Defense Forces hit oil processing units and tanks at one of Russia's largest plants. The enterprise supplies fuel to the Russian army.

War in Ukraine • March 26, 03:54 PM • 4792 views
Assault on Kostiantynivka from four directions failed - Armed Forces of Ukraine repelled Russian attackVideo

Soldiers of the 28th brigade repelled a combined enemy attack using tanks and motorcycles. Armored vehicles and infantry were destroyed, and one occupier was taken prisoner.

War in Ukraine • March 26, 02:20 PM • 4522 views
Russian army lost 1210 soldiers and over two thousand drones in a day - General Staff

The General Staff reported the elimination of 1210 occupiers and the destruction of 2038 UAVs in a day. The enemy also lost 49 artillery systems and 201 units of automotive equipment.

War in Ukraine • March 26, 05:48 AM • 4275 views
Russia is preparing an operation against water supply systems in the coming months, and Ukraine is preparing defense lines - Zelenskyy

Russia is preparing attacks on water supply facilities in the coming months. The President instructed to strengthen air defense in the western regions and protect critical infrastructure.

War in Ukraine • March 25, 06:28 PM • 56177 views
In Zakarpattia, a man was taken into custody for helping the occupiers register StarlinkVideo

The 21-year-old suspect verified terminals for the Russian Federation through relatives and acquaintances. The court chose a pre-trial detention measure in the form of custody without the right to bail.

Society • March 25, 01:45 PM • 4168 views
The most massive drone attack on Ukraine. The Air Force reported shooting down over 540 drones

The Air Force shot down 541 UAVs during a massive attack involving almost a thousand drones. 15 hits have been recorded in various regions, and combat operations are currently ongoing.

Society • March 24, 05:05 PM • 6316 views
Russia's agent-combat network, which spied on the Armed Forces of Ukraine, prepared terrorist attacks and contract killings, has been exposed - KravchenkoVideo

Law enforcement officers detained 10 Russian agents who spied on the Armed Forces of Ukraine and planned terrorist attacks. During the special operation, a killer was eliminated and explosives were seized.

War in Ukraine • March 24, 12:18 PM • 6160 views
General Staff confirms damage to Russian Bastion launch system in Crimea

Defense Forces hit a launch system in Aktach and command posts in the occupied territories. Strikes were also carried out on areas of enemy concentration.

War in Ukraine • March 24, 09:43 AM • 4238 views
Drone Systems Forces destroyed Shahed-hub, Tor SAM system, and Nebo-U radar - Madyar showed videoVideo

Drone Systems Forces hit a drone warehouse in Donetsk and a radar station near Bryansk. Oil depots in Ufa and the Leningrad region, as well as a fuel train, were also attacked.

War in Ukraine • March 23, 12:03 PM • 4486 views
Syrskyi announced the failure of Russian offensive attempts with "meat assaults" - Russian losses in four days exceeded 6,000 occupiers

Syrskyi reported the failure of 619 enemy assaults from March 17 to 20. The occupiers suffered significant losses and were forced to regroup in several directions.

War in Ukraine • March 23, 09:48 AM • 38436 views
134 battles on the front line in 24 hours, the enemy used over 9,000 drones - General Staff mapPhoto

134 clashes were recorded in 24 hours, a third of the attacks occurred in three directions. The enemy dropped 285 guided aerial bombs and used over 9,000 drones.

War in Ukraine • March 23, 07:56 AM • 5265 views
Defense Forces hit Buk SAM system and a number of occupation facilitiesPhoto

The Defense Forces eliminated enemy air defense in the Russian Federation and in the occupied territories. Command posts, areas of force concentration, and UAV control points were hit.

War in Ukraine • March 22, 12:48 PM • 7681 views
Ukrainian USF destroyed 26 Russian air defense units in three weeks of March - "Madyar"Video

Ukrainian Unmanned Systems Forces fighters hit a Buk-M3 air defense system and a Triumph radar station in Donetsk region and Bryansk region. In total, 26 enemy air defense targets have been eliminated since the beginning of March.

Society • March 22, 10:48 AM • 9369 views
Drone Systems Forces destroyed over a thousand enemy targets in a dayPhoto

Ukrainian drones hit 1038 targets, including 361 occupiers and 203 drones. In March, the total number of eliminated targets reached 25,280 units.

War in Ukraine • March 22, 08:03 AM • 6777 views
Russian army lost 940 soldiers and almost two thousand drones in a day - General Staff

The General Staff reported the elimination of 940 occupiers and 1885 enemy UAVs in a day. The Armed Forces of Ukraine also destroyed 30 artillery systems and 121 units of automotive equipment.

War in Ukraine • March 22, 05:48 AM • 6455 views