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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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Threat of UAV strikes in Poltava region

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine warns of possible attacks by unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in Poltava region.

War in Ukraine • March 23, 07:56 PM • 40106 views
Missile threat to Mykolaiv, Odesa and Kherson regions

An air alert has been declared in Mykolaiv, Odesa, and Kherson regions of Ukraine due to a missile threat.

War in Ukraine • March 23, 07:53 PM • 111122 views
Air Force warns of ballistic missile threat in Kirovohrad region

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine informs about the potential threat of ballistic missiles in Kirovohrad region.

War in Ukraine • March 23, 07:49 PM • 116756 views
In the UK, volunteers organized a celebration of Unity Day for Ukrainian soldiers

On Unity Day, volunteers from the British NGO Unity of Ukraine and Great Britain organized a celebration with traditional Ukrainian food, hairstyles, and a concert for Ukrainian soldiers who are training at bases in England.

War in Ukraine • March 23, 06:46 PM • 48577 views
Enemy continues to put pressure on foothold in Krynkyi area, two attacks repelled yesterday - Gumenyuk

The enemy continues to put pressure on the bridgehead near Krynky, yesterday the Defense Forces repelled two attacks in this area.

War in Ukraine • March 23, 08:24 AM • 33564 views
Britain to provide Ukraine with a new military aid package

Britain will provide Ukraine with a new military aid package worth 60 million pounds, including reconnaissance drones and 20 million pounds for air defense systems.

War in Ukraine • March 23, 12:39 AM • 37418 views
Explosions occurred in Kremenchuk, Poltava region

Explosions were heard in Kremenchuk, Poltava region, during an air raid, as reported by local sources and confirmed by residents.

Society • March 22, 09:54 PM • 49955 views
Russians are advancing in the Avdiivka sector: Ukrainian Armed Forces lost control on the outskirts of Tonenke and Berdychiv - Deep State

In the Avdiivka sector, Russian troops advanced on the outskirts of Tonenke and Berdychiv, and fierce fighting continues for Ivanivske, Heorhiivka, Semenivka and Robotyne.

War in Ukraine • March 22, 09:44 PM • 45036 views
88 missiles and 63 strike bombs launched by Russians at Ukraine on Friday - General Staff

On Friday, Russia launched its largest attack on Ukraine in recent memory, firing 88 missiles and 63 attack drones, causing extensive damage to energy infrastructure and civilian casualties.

War in Ukraine • March 22, 07:35 PM • 34933 views
Some troop groups will be reformatted: Syrskyi announces large-scale changes in the Defense Forces

The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Oleksandr Syrskyi, has announced the reformatting and optimization of military organizational structures to improve management efficiency, including the reorganization of some troop groups, rotation of combat brigades from the front line, and redeployment of personnel.

War in Ukraine • March 22, 05:12 PM • 32111 views
NSDC explains the real purpose of the construction of the Russian railway to the occupied Crimea

Russian occupiers are building a railroad through the occupied Ukrainian territories to Crimea to strengthen the logistics of supplying Russian troops, create a propaganda illusion of integration and opportunities for corruption.

War in Ukraine • March 22, 05:05 PM • 33627 views
CSCI: Fake about "Ukrainian Armed Forces withdrawal from Dnipro and Kharkiv" spread by enemy, situation on the frontlines controlled - CSCI

The Center for Strategic Communications and Information Security refutes the enemy's lies that the Ukrainian Armed Forces are allegedly preparing to retreat from Dnipro and Kharkiv, stating that the situation on the frontlines is under control.

War in Ukraine • March 22, 04:52 PM • 33866 views
The fourth recruitment center of the Armed Forces of Ukraine was opened in Poltava

The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has opened a new recruitment center in Poltava, where anyone can get professional advice, fill out an application form and be recruited to the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

Society • March 22, 04:27 PM • 29966 views
The Ministry of Defense is establishing direct cooperation with Western arms manufacturers

The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine is establishing direct cooperation with Western arms manufacturers, such as Colt Canada Corporation, to supply small arms and meet the needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine under commercial contracts.

War in Ukraine • March 22, 03:52 PM • 28852 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces discover and destroy Russian aerial reconnaissance base in Kherson region

The Special Forces discovered and destroyed an air reconnaissance base in Kherson region, eliminating an electronic warfare station, an Alientek antenna, a BC warehouse and about 5 enemy personnel.

War in Ukraine • March 22, 03:23 PM • 25215 views
Government approves creation of SBU Aviation Center

The Ukrainian government has approved the establishment of the Aviation Center of the Security Service of Ukraine to perform tasks related to the protection of national security, territorial integrity and the fight against terrorism, especially in combat areas.

War in Ukraine • March 22, 02:48 PM • 22903 views
The Government approved the gradual increase of excise taxes on fuel and some alcoholic beverages to the EU minimum levels - Ministry of Finance

The government approved a draft law to gradually increase excise tax rates on fuel and alcoholic beverages to the EU minimum levels, with an expected additional UAH 1. 6 billion per month from fuel sales and UAH 4.5 million per month from intermediate products in 2024, aimed at supporting the country's security and defense sector.

Economy • March 22, 02:37 PM • 22957 views
Germany and France achieve a breakthrough in the development of a new generation tank - media

Germany and France have reached a breakthrough agreement on an equal distribution of industrial volumes between the two countries to develop a new generation MGCS tank to replace the outdated Leopard and Leclerc tanks.

News of the World • March 22, 02:18 PM • 25743 views
The Ministry of Defense is developing mine-resistant shoes for sappers: what is known

The Ministry of Defense is developing and testing multi-layer explosive-proof boots with Kevlar insoles to protect the feet of deminers and prevent serious leg injuries during demining missions.

War in Ukraine • March 22, 01:41 PM • 22760 views
FT: US urges Kyiv to stop strikes on russian refineries. Ukraine says it is fighting with all available capabilities

Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration Olha Stefanishyna said that despite Washington's calls to limit strikes on russia's energy infrastructure, Kyiv is forced to fight with the resources it has.

War in Ukraine • March 22, 01:09 PM • 26163 views
Mobilization of prisoners: the Ministry of Justice expects the draft law to be considered by the Verkhovna Rada as soon as possible

The Ministry of Justice expects the parliament to consider a bill that would allow thousands of prisoners to be released for contract service in the armed forces during mobilization and martial law, except for those convicted of crimes against Ukraine's national security.

War in Ukraine • March 22, 11:53 AM • 25798 views
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Concorde's creditors proposed to the DGF to sell the bank's government bonds and complete the process of its liquidation - a member of the initiative group

The members of the ninth stage of the register of accepted claims of creditors of Concorde Bank demanded that the Deposit Guarantee Fund resume payments by selling the bank's liquid government bonds worth UAH 250 million.

Society • March 22, 11:19 AM • 177437 views
Possible problems with water supply: residents of Dnipro are asked to stock up on water

Due to the massive shelling and lack of electricity in some areas of Dnipro, there may be temporary problems with water supply, but the city water utility should resolve the issue by the evening.

Society • March 22, 09:31 AM • 28905 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces shoot down 14 enemy missiles and 7 "Shaheeds" over Dnipro region at night

Defense forces shoot down 14 enemy missiles and 7 drones over Dnipropetrovs'k region during a large-scale night attack by Russia.

Society • March 22, 08:46 AM • 21740 views
He wanted to "light up" Ukrainian Armed Forces tank columns near the front line in Kharkiv region: enemy gunner detained

SBU cyber specialists prevented a Russian intelligence agent from transmitting to Russia information on the routes and logistics of tank convoys of the Armed Forces of Ukraine near the front line in Kharkiv region.

War in Ukraine • March 22, 08:35 AM • 24349 views
At least 11 drones shot down during Russian attack on Odesa region - Humeniuk

At least 11 drones were destroyed by Ukrainian air defense forces during an attack by Russian drones on Odesa region that damaged energy infrastructure.

War in Ukraine • March 22, 07:54 AM • 26177 views
Ukrainian Defense Forces destroy 55 enemy "shaheeds" and 37 missiles in the sky over Ukraine

Ukrainian air defense forces successfully destroyed 55 Shahid drones and 37 missiles launched by Russian forces over Ukraine on the night of March 22.

War in Ukraine • March 22, 07:10 AM • 65128 views
General Staff: the losses of the Russian occupiers exceeded 434 thousand

According to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, since the beginning of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the Russian occupiers have suffered huge losses - about 434,710 personnel, 6,840 tanks and thousands of pieces of military equipment.

War in Ukraine • March 22, 06:59 AM • 35490 views
Ukrainian Defense Forces carry out 9 air strikes against the enemy over the last day - General Staff

Over the past day, the Armed Forces of Ukraine conducted 9 air strikes against enemy personnel, weapons, military equipment and anti-aircraft missile systems.

War in Ukraine • March 22, 05:34 AM • 40659 views
Sounds of explosions heard in Zaporizhzhia

Explosions were heard in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, as the city came under enemy fire: Russian troops fired several groups of shahids and cruise missiles toward the country.

War in Ukraine • March 22, 02:15 AM • 122609 views