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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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An attempt to help Putin with words, not deeds - a political analyst on Lukashenko's statement about preparations for war

Lukashenko's statement about preparing troops for possible hostilities is most likely an attempt to help Putin with words, not deeds.

War in Ukraine • April 3, 11:35 AM • 117771 views
Latvia approves a new aid package for Ukraine: EUR 9.6 million to be spent on reconstruction and military support

Latvia has approved a package of assistance to Ukraine in 2024, including €5. 3 million for reconstruction and €4.3 million to support the Armed Forces of Ukraine through the European Peace Fund.

War in Ukraine • April 3, 09:28 AM • 25568 views
eOselya: Odesa RMA compensates defenders for housing worth over UAH 1 million

163 defenders from Odesa region took advantage of the state program of affordable mortgage lending "eOselya", with the regional administration compensating more than UAH 1 million.

Society • April 3, 08:29 AM • 26990 views
"Army of drones" hit 20 Russian tanks in a week - Fedorov

Over the past week, UAV strike companies from the "Army of Drones" destroyed 20 Russian tanks, 39 armored combat vehicles, 66 guns, and 9 warehouses.

War in Ukraine • April 3, 08:07 AM • 51574 views
Brother and sister detained in Kharkiv region who wanted to blow up Armed Forces of Ukraine railroad trains

A brother and sister are detained in Kharkiv region for scouting railroad tracks to help Russian forces plan sabotage against Ukrainian arms supply trains.

War in Ukraine • April 3, 07:21 AM • 22517 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces destroy Russian equipment with Brimstone missiles and drones

Ukrainian special forces used FPV drones and Brimstone missiles to destroy Russian equipment, including tank tractors, infantry fighting vehicles, ammunition depots, and enemy soldiers during the fighting.

War in Ukraine • April 3, 05:00 AM • 95775 views
Plus 710 occupants and 11 tanks: General Staff updates data on enemy losses

Since the beginning of the invasion of Ukraine, Russian troops have lost approximately 444,370 personnel and 7,009 tanks.

War in Ukraine • April 3, 04:52 AM • 71240 views
75 combat engagements took place in the frontline - General Staff

Over the past day, 75 combat engagements took place in various sectors of the frontline, during which the enemy launched 2 missile attacks, 78 air strikes and 66 attacks on Ukrainian positions and localities from multiple rocket launchers.

War in Ukraine • April 3, 04:40 AM • 33438 views
Ukrainian air defense destroys 4 out of 4 "shaheds" at night

Ukrainian air defense destroyed all 4 Russian Shahed drones launched from Russian territory during a night attack over several regions.

War in Ukraine • April 3, 04:29 AM • 35902 views
Ukrainian Defense Forces carry out 14 air strikes against occupants - General Staff

Over the past day, the Ukrainian Defense Forces conducted 14 air strikes against the Russian occupants, hitting 1 anti-aircraft missile system, 13 areas of enemy manpower concentration, 6 areas of enemy weapons and equipment, 8 artillery systems, 1 anti-tank system and 1 multiple launch rocket system.

War in Ukraine • April 3, 04:11 AM • 31850 views
UNITED24 fundraising platform recognizes Volodymyr Nosov's contribution to support of Ukraine

Volodymyr Nosov, founder of the WhiteBIT crypto exchange, received a unique award made of limestone and sand from UNITED24 signed by Zelenskyy for his significant donations totaling more than 415 million hryvnias to support Ukraine during the war.

Economy • April 2, 07:05 PM • 55616 views
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"Lviv Arsenal asks Umerov to help bring mortar rounds from Slovakia for the Defense Ministry

Lviv Arsenal LLC appeals to the Minister of Defense of Ukraine to help resolve the situation with the supply of mortar shells purchased under a contract with the Ministry of Defense, which are currently in Slovakia.

War in Ukraine • April 2, 12:15 PM • 129737 views
Two recruitment centers for the Defense Forces opened in Kharkiv

Two recruiting centers of the Ukrainian army have opened in Kharkiv, offering a variety of vacancies.

Society • April 2, 11:34 AM • 25244 views
In the footsteps of Andriy Shevchenko: Girona striker Artem Dovbyk impresses Europe with scoring achievements

Ukrainian striker Artem Dovbyk, playing for Girona in the Spanish La Liga, crosses the 16-goal mark. He now becomes the second Ukrainian after Andriy Shevchenko to score more than 15 goals in the world's top championships.

Sports • April 2, 11:04 AM • 22103 views
Make a move with a horse: add a donation to your check for a frontline pickup truck

The EVA chain of stores and the team of the HEROYCAR charity project have launched the Horseback Ride initiative to support a large donation drive for 1000 pickup trucks for Ukrainian soldiers.

Business News • April 2, 09:54 AM • 98698 views
Missile attacks on the locations of the Defense Forces in Kherson were prepared: Russian informants detained

In Kherson, the SBU detained Russian informants who were preparing missile attacks on Ukrainian forces.

War in Ukraine • April 2, 09:35 AM • 25870 views
Russian agent spied on Ukrainian military aircraft near Kryvyi Rih: detained

The Security Service of Ukraine detained a Russian agent who was spying on Ukrainian military aircraft and air defense facilities near Kryvyi Rih to obtain intelligence for potential missile strikes by Russia.

War in Ukraine • April 2, 07:34 AM • 28495 views
Gumenyuk: Russians are constantly collecting UAVs, attacks will continue to intensify

The enemy continues to systematically produce drones and will intensify UAV attacks on Ukraine, although drone strikes have been less massive recently due to the need to reorient and redistribute resources.

War in Ukraine • April 2, 06:38 AM • 26284 views
Ukrainian Air Force confirms killing of 9 out of 10 "shaheds" at night

Ukrainian air defense shoots down 9 out of 10 Russian attack drones launched from Crimea during a night attack on April 2.

War in Ukraine • April 2, 04:51 AM • 100440 views
Ukraine has increased the production of drones that can hit targets over 1000 km away - Fedorov in an interview with Welt

According to the Minister of Digital Transformation of Ukraine Mykhailo Fedorov, in 2024, the production of drones with a long range of more than 1,000 km in Ukraine increased tenfold compared to the previous year.

War in Ukraine • April 1, 08:09 PM • 25300 views
General Staff: Bakhmut and Novopavlivka sectors remain the hottest areas of the frontline

According to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, more than 60 combat engagements took place on the Ukrainian front on Monday, with the most intense Russian attacks in the Bakhmut and Novopavlivka directions.

War in Ukraine • April 1, 04:46 PM • 26247 views
The death of Zaluzhny's assistant: the officer who gave Chastyakov grenades will be tried

According to the OGP, the specialized defense prosecutor's office in the Central Region has sent an indictment to the court over the death of Gennadiy Chastyakov, who was an assistant to the former commander-in-chief.

Society • April 1, 02:55 PM • 26426 views
An explosion occurred in Kryvyi Rih - media

An explosion is reported in Kryvyi Rih after the Ukrainian Air Force warns of a missile fired in the direction of the city.

Society • April 1, 01:57 PM • 25492 views
Air Force warns of a missile heading towards Kryvyi Rih

The Ukrainian Air Force warned of a missile threat in the direction of Kryvyi Rih and the activity of enemy tactical aircraft in the eastern, southeastern and northeastern directions, which poses a threat of air strikes on the frontline areas.

Announcements • April 1, 01:47 PM • 22341 views
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Not Knyazhytsky's alone. How social media forgot about Sivkovych's main assistant

Former FSB assistant Danylo Hetmantsev is now not only a member of parliament from President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's Servant of the People party, but he also heads one of the most important committees of the Verkhovna Rada.

War in Ukraine • April 1, 01:10 PM • 119049 views
russian propaganda is trying to discredit the process of mobilization in Ukraine - CPJ

russian propagandists are spreading manipulative videos to discredit the mobilization process in Ukraine and undermine confidence in its Armed Forces.

Society • April 1, 11:52 AM • 22634 views
In Donetsk, near the Donbass Arena, patriots placed symbols of resistance to the occupiers

In Donetsk, near the Donbass Arena, activists of the Yellow Ribbon movement decorated the road to the stadium with yellow ribbons as a symbol of resistance to the Russian invaders.

Society • April 1, 11:46 AM • 54165 views
Humeniuk explains why Russia is trying to terrorize Zmeinyi Island

Russia is trying to terrorize Zmeinyi Island in the Black Sea to disrupt the functioning of the navigation corridor, as the recommended sea routes run along the island.

War in Ukraine • April 1, 10:29 AM • 23403 views
Humeniuk on the use of Russian KAB-1500 in the south: no such cases have been recorded

Russian troops did not use KAB-1500 aircraft bombs in the area of responsibility of the Southern Operational and Tactical Group of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, but used KAB-500 bombs on populated areas in Kherson region and 250-kilogram guided bombs in the Zaporizhzhya direction, said Natalia Gumenyuk, head of the press center of the Southern Operational and Tactical Group of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • April 1, 10:08 AM • 32400 views
SBU exposes Ukrzaliznytsia employee preparing missile attack on strategic facilities in Chernihiv region

The Security Service of Ukraine detained a Russian agent who was an employee of Ukrzaliznytsia and was planning a missile attack on the railway infrastructure in Chernihiv region to undermine the logistics of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • April 1, 09:28 AM • 24569 views