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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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Massive air strikes were prepared on the eve of Easter: detained FSB agents

Two FSB agents were detained for preparing coordinates for massive Russian air strikes on energy facilities and fuel storage facilities in Kyiv, Cherkasy, Poltava, Vinnytsia and Kirovohrad regions on the eve of Easter.

War in Ukraine • May 6, 07:08 AM • 39695 views
Russia's attack on Sumy region's power grid: three districts left without electricity

Russian airstrikes damaged the power grid in Sumy region, leaving Sumy, Romny and Okhtyrka districts without electricity. The power supply was partially restored overnight.

Society • May 6, 05:39 AM • 24439 views
Over the day, russia lost: 1040 people, 5 tanks, 34 armored vehicles

Over the past 24 hours, the russians lost 1,040 servicemen, bringing their total losses since the beginning of the invasion to 475,300, according to the General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

War in Ukraine • May 6, 04:44 AM • 24193 views
Ukrainian air defense shoots down 12 of 13 russian drones in Sumy region

On the night of May 6, Ukrainian air defense destroyed 12 of 13 russian Shahed-131/136 attack drones in Sumy region.

War in Ukraine • May 6, 03:56 AM • 24436 views
russian air strikes with guided bombs target Kherson region

The Ukrainian Air Force informs that russian tactical aircraft launched guided aerial bombs in Kherson region.

War in Ukraine • May 6, 02:41 AM • 25970 views
Power outage in several parts of Sumy region

Several cities in the Sumy region, including Sumy itself, have partial power outages.

Society • May 5, 09:39 PM • 104993 views
Fighting near Stelmakhivka: the enemy army conducted assault operations - DeepState

The enemy army conducted an offensive operation east of Stelmakhivka, which resulted in the landing in a gray zone.

War in Ukraine • May 5, 09:31 PM • 59924 views
An explosion occurs in Sumy

An explosion occurred in Sumy, Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • May 5, 09:13 PM • 101899 views
russian drones are heading to Sumy

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine informs about the movement of enemy drones in the direction of Sumy.

War in Ukraine • May 5, 09:09 PM • 100854 views
Enemy tactical aviation launches of air defense systems detected in Kharkiv region

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine informs that russian tactical aviation has launched anti-missile systems in Kharkiv region.

War in Ukraine • May 5, 07:35 PM • 24985 views
Enemy attacks: tactical aviation launches of air defense systems in Donetsk region

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine informs about the launch of the tactical aircraft in Donetsk region.

War in Ukraine • May 5, 06:45 PM • 47897 views
Threat of ballistic missile use detected

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has issued an alert due to the threat of ballistic missiles in certain areas.

War in Ukraine • May 5, 06:19 PM • 56197 views
Ukraine's General Staff: 103 combat engagements over the last day, enemy carried out 100 air strikes and over 50 attacks

Over the past day, 103 combat engagements took place, the enemy carried out 100 air strikes and over 50 attacks from multiple launch rocket systems, and Ukrainian troops struck 13 enemy concentrations and 7 objects, including radar stations and air defense systems.

War in Ukraine • May 5, 04:56 PM • 68474 views
Easter at the front: how the military celebrate the Resurrection of the Lord

Ukrainians, including soldiers on the frontline, celebrated Easter amid the ongoing war, sharing photos and videos of holiday traditions such as blessing Easter cakes, decorating eggs and exchanging greetings of "Christ is risen. "

Society • May 5, 02:13 PM • 102894 views
Enemy significantly intensified its activity in the south, 19 assault attempts made - Pletenchuk

The enemy became more active in the south, making 19 assault attempts yesterday, which were stopped by Ukrainian forces, resulting in more than 100 occupants killed.

War in Ukraine • May 5, 07:03 AM • 23397 views
"In the most difficult circumstances and in the darkest times, we are able to give birth to light." Zelensky congratulates Ukrainians on Easter

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy noted that the answer to the question of why Ukrainians have survived is that "in the most difficult circumstances and in the darkest times, we are able to give birth to light.

Society • May 5, 06:35 AM • 20234 views
"Remember everyone": Syrsky calls on Ukrainians to honor soldiers on Easter

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi called on Ukrainians to honor the memory of every Ukrainian soldier who is fighting against the Russian occupiers and defending Ukraine's freedom and independence.

Society • May 5, 06:15 AM • 22461 views
russians lost 860 servicemen in 24 hours

According to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, russians lost 860 servicemen over the past day.

War in Ukraine • May 5, 05:15 AM • 48508 views
At night, air defense destroyed 23 of 24 enemy UAVs

23 attack drones were destroyed in Kharkiv, Kherson and Dnipropetrovs'k regions during the russian attack on Ukraine last night.

War in Ukraine • May 5, 04:35 AM • 76264 views
Enemy tactical aviation is active in eastern Ukraine

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported on the activity of enemy tactical aviation in the eastern direction.

War in Ukraine • May 5, 01:53 AM • 23467 views
Explosions occurred in Dnipro

A series of explosions occurred in Dnipro, Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • May 4, 10:13 PM • 21627 views
Occupants use long-range multiple launch rocket systems in Sumy region: no casualties

russian federation fired at Sumy region of Ukraine using long-range multiple rocket launchers. Preliminary, there were no casualties.

Society • May 4, 09:21 PM • 56942 views
Explosions occurred in Kharkiv

A series of explosions occurred in Kharkiv.

War in Ukraine • May 4, 08:38 PM • 22961 views
Launches of guided aerial bombs by tactical aviation in Kharkiv and Donetsk regions detected

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported the launch of guided aerial hostile bombs by tactical aircraft in Kharkiv and Donetsk regions.

War in Ukraine • May 4, 06:48 PM • 39099 views
Air Force warns of ballistic missile threat from east

The Ukrainian Air Force informs of a possible ballistic missile attack from the east.

War in Ukraine • May 4, 06:13 PM • 68863 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces record 74 combat engagements over the last day: 18 hostile attacks repelled in the Avdiivka sector - General Staff

Over the last day, 74 combat engagements took place, during which Ukrainian troops repelled 18 enemy attacks in the Avdiivka sector and numerous other attacks in different directions, inflicting losses on the enemy.

War in Ukraine • May 4, 05:06 PM • 48189 views
Grants for Ukrainian drone manufacturers: what is the maximum amount of assistance

The state can provide Ukrainian drone manufacturers with up to UAH 8 million in assistance, covering up to 80% of the cost of equipment, assembly and installation, while the applicant can take into account 20% as operating expenses.

Economy • May 4, 12:23 PM • 31746 views
Plus 1260 occupants and 12 tanks: General Staff updates data on enemy losses

Since the beginning of the invasion of Ukraine, Russian troops have lost approximately 473,400 personnel and 7,366 tanks.

War in Ukraine • May 4, 05:18 AM • 60526 views
Occupants struck 246 times in 12 settlements of Zaporizhzhia region

Russian troops attacked 12 settlements in Zaporizhzhia region 246 times, including air strikes, MLRS, drones and artillery fire, but no casualties were reported.

War in Ukraine • May 4, 04:50 AM • 45323 views
Aviation of the Defense Forces carried out 16 strikes against Russians - General Staff

Over the past day, Ukrainian aviation carried out 16 strikes on Russian troops, hitting 13 areas of troop concentration and 3 enemy command posts, and Ukrainian missile forces destroyed 1 command post and 2 Russian artillery installations.

War in Ukraine • May 4, 04:10 AM • 59698 views