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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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Ukrainian Armed Forces inform about missile threat in Kharkiv region

The Ukrainian Air Force reported a missile threat in the Kharkiv region.

War in Ukraine • February 28, 10:09 PM • 64241 views
The threat of ballistic missile attacks from the south has been recorded

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine informs about the threat of ballistic missile attacks from the south.

War in Ukraine • February 28, 08:57 PM • 33062 views
UAH 1.75 billion to the state budget from Ukrhydroenergo: the company transferred part of the dividends

Ukrhydroenergo transferred UAH 1. 75 billion in advance dividends to the state budget based on the profit forecast for 2023.

Economy • February 28, 08:55 PM • 31102 views
The Air Force informs about the threat of ballistic missiles from the east

The Ukrainian Air Force reported that ballistic weapons could be used from the eastern regions.

War in Ukraine • February 28, 08:25 PM • 36056 views
Finland did not prohibit Ukraine from attacking russia with transferred weapons

Finnish officials explained that although Finland did not impose restrictions on Ukraine's use of the weapons provided, the range of Finnish weapons is shorter than that of long-range missiles supplied by other countries.

War in Ukraine • February 28, 07:55 PM • 38047 views
Air alert in 7 regions: Kyiv and Poltava region face missile threat

Several regions of Ukraine, including Kyiv and Poltava, were put on air alert due to warnings of a missile threat from Russia.

War in Ukraine • February 28, 07:50 PM • 124238 views
General Staff: Russians stormed Ukrainian positions 25 times in Novopavlivka sector

The operational situation in the east and south of Ukraine remains difficult: 79 combat engagements took place, the enemy launched 5 missile and 91 air strikes against both Ukrainian military positions and civilian settlements. According to published reports, Avdiivka and Novopavlivka remain the hottest areas.

War in Ukraine • February 28, 07:40 PM • 121757 views
HIMARS hit the occupiers in Olenivka, who were lined up for awards: a deputy brigade commander and 18 other Russian soldiers were killed

Two Ukrainian HIMARS missiles hit Russian soldiers preparing for an award ceremony, killing 19 and wounding 12. This was reported by Russian media.

War in Ukraine • February 28, 06:59 PM • 31614 views
Third assault brigade drives occupants out of Krasnohorivka, Donetsk region

According to soldiers of the 3rd Assault Brigade, Ukrainian troops drove Russian occupants out of Krasnohorivka, Donetsk region. The town is now under the control of the Defense Forces.

War in Ukraine • February 28, 06:51 PM • 30896 views
Kuleba discusses military support for Ukraine with French Foreign Minister

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba discussed with his French counterpart the strengthening of support for the Ukrainian Defense Forces and thanked France for its leadership in forming a coalition to provide long-range weapons.

War in Ukraine • February 28, 05:59 PM • 27913 views
The Pentagon is considering military aid to Ukraine from its arsenal, but it could harm the US military - CNN

The Pentagon is considering using the remaining $4 billion in military aid to support Ukraine's defense forces as the Senate delays approval of further financial assistance.

War in Ukraine • February 28, 05:42 PM • 27651 views
"Developing the culture of drones": the Ministry of Defense will cooperate with the Federation of military-technological sports

The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has signed a memorandum with the Federation of Military and Technical Sports of Ukraine to improve military training.

War in Ukraine • February 28, 04:07 PM • 25832 views
UK Ministry of Defense: Ukraine's use of Storm Shadow missiles is a matter for the Armed Forces

The UK Ministry of Defense has stated that the use of the Storm Shadow cruise missiles provided by Ukraine is the responsibility of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

War in Ukraine • February 28, 03:58 PM • 25223 views
Defense Ministry says Ukrainian companies can meet the needs of the Armed Forces

The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine believes that domestic enterprises have the ability to meet the logistics needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 28, 03:41 PM • 22146 views
Cascade of reservoirs should contribute to defense against Russian Federation in Avdiivka sector - Tavria unit spokesman

Ukrainian troops continue to defend the Avdiivka area, where a cascade of reservoirs near several settlements helps them protect themselves from Russian troops.

War in Ukraine • February 28, 01:00 PM • 26742 views
State Logistics Operator Announces New Procedures for Procurement of Food for the Military: What We Know

Procurement procedures for the supply of food for the Armed Forces have been re-announced.

War in Ukraine • February 28, 12:54 PM • 27836 views
He terrorized Odesa residents under the guise of a law enforcement officer: SBU detains repeat offender

The Security Service of Ukraine detained in Odesa a repeat offender who committed robberies against city residents under the guise of an SBU officer.

Crimes and emergencies • February 28, 10:45 AM • 22163 views
Kyiv uncovers a large-scale fraud involving the theft of military clothing worth over UAH 3.6 million

In Kyiv, law enforcement officers uncovered a large-scale theft and sale of military clothing from a military unit.

Kyiv • February 28, 10:17 AM • 35490 views
In the Tavria sector 561 occupants were eliminated over the last day, 11 Russians were captured - Tarnavskyi

According to Brigadier General Oleksandr Tarnavskyi, Ukrainian troops in the Tavriya sector killed over 560 Russian occupants and captured 11 people, as well as destroyed 38 pieces of equipment and 358 unmanned aerial vehicles.

War in Ukraine • February 28, 10:10 AM • 22568 views
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Sabotage, working for the Kremlin and even treason - experts on the court decision that blocked food tenders for the Armed Forces

The experts commented on the court decision that blocked the food tenders for the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 28, 09:49 AM • 145706 views
Kharkiv University official passes intelligence on city defense to Russians - SBU

The Security Service of Ukraine detained an employee of Kharkiv University who was passing intelligence information to the Russians about the city's defense, including the location of Ukrainian air defense systems, fortifications, and troop movements.

War in Ukraine • February 28, 09:09 AM • 27384 views
Drones cannot fully replace A-50, so Russia is preparing the next one - Humeniuk

Russia is preparing a new long-range radar detection aircraft to replace the downed A-50U, as drones cannot fully take its place in intelligence activities, the head of the Joint Coordination Press Center of the Southern Ukrainian Defense Forces has said.

War in Ukraine • February 28, 08:33 AM • 31100 views
There were no objections: representatives of Ukraine and the United States conducted two more joint inspections of weapons provided by the Americans

Representatives of Ukraine and the United States conducted two more joint inspections of weapons provided by the Americans to ensure their proper storage, accounting, and use.

War in Ukraine • February 28, 08:32 AM • 103163 views
US State Department: situation on the battlefield in Ukraine is "extremely serious" due to lack of ammunition

The US State Department spokesperson said that the situation on the battlefield in Ukraine is extremely serious due to the lack of ammunition for the Ukrainian military and called on the US Congress to vote for aid.

War in Ukraine • February 28, 06:54 AM • 26971 views
102 combat engagements took place in the frontline - General Staff

The General Staff reported that 102 combat engagements took place on the frontline over the past day: the enemy launched missile and air strikes, used multiple launch rocket systems, and Ukrainian troops repelled attacks in various parts of the frontline.

War in Ukraine • February 28, 05:50 AM • 30167 views
Ukrainian Air Defense Forces shoot down 10 "Shahed" militants in the south

Overnight, Ukrainian air defense forces shot down 10 Iranian Shaheed drones sent from the Black Sea to attack Mykolaiv and Odesa regions, most of them over the sea.

War in Ukraine • February 28, 05:24 AM • 111534 views
Aviation of the Defense Forces carried out 15 strikes against the enemy - General Staff

The General Staff reported that over the past day, Ukrainian aviation conducted 15 strikes against enemy forces, destroying 2 Russian Su-34 fighter-bombers and 4 reconnaissance drones.

War in Ukraine • February 28, 05:01 AM • 31893 views
Russians are advancing in seven directions: most attacks took place in Avdiivka, Novopavlivka and Orikhivske

Russian troops continued to advance in seven directions along the Ukrainian front line, with the fiercest fighting still taking place around Avdiivka.

War in Ukraine • February 27, 06:25 PM • 100234 views
SBU completes investigation into Mriya destruction: Antonov execs face up to 15 years in prison

The former Antonov officials face up to 15 years in prison because their actions led to the temporary seizure of the airfield and the destruction of the An-225 aircraft.

War in Ukraine • February 27, 05:39 PM • 50552 views
Fierce fighting continues in the Bakhmut sector, the enemy is actively trying to push towards Chasovyi Yar - Yevlash

The enemy is actively trying to advance to Chasiv Yar in the Bakhmut sector, using reserves such as Sturm Z, Sturm V, and Akhmat units, but is repelled by Ukrainian forces and loses more than 60% of its equipment.

War in Ukraine • February 27, 02:21 PM • 25708 views