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Armed Forces of Ukraine

Military formation
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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General Staff: 47 combat engagements over the day, most of them in the Bakhmut and Novopavlivka sectors

Forty-seven combat engagements took place on the Ukrainian frontline over the last day, with militants advancing in six sectors, most actively in the Bakhmut and Novopavlivka sectors.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 05:30 PM • 36328 views
Rumors of an "offensive" on the right-bank Kherson region are Russian ISIS

Ukraine's defense forces are in full control of the Kherson region and are ready to repel any attempts at a Russian offensive. information about an alleged Russian offensive in the Kherson region is not true.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 03:44 PM • 24551 views
Zelenskyy: Ukraine has never attacked Russian territory with Western weapons

Ukraine has never used Western weapons to strike at the territory of the Russian Federation, in compliance with the conditions for the use of such weapons set by international partners.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 03:16 PM • 27496 views
Spanish Prime Minister Calls for Increased Defense Investment in the EU Due to Russian Aggression

The Prime Minister of Spain called on the EU to increase defense investments to strengthen the deterrence potential and bring the sector's industry in line with the European economy in the face of Russian aggression.

News of the World • April 10, 02:48 PM • 25498 views
"Army of drones" eliminated almost a hundred guns and dozens of tanks in a week

Over the past week, the "Drone Army" strike units have destroyed nearly 100 guns, 86 armored combat vehicles and other Russian military equipment worth millions of dollars.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 02:02 PM • 37197 views
The enemy launched 5 assaults near Robotyn and Staromayorske and one on the left bank of Kherson region, 87 occupants suffered losses over the day - OC "South"

Russian troops conducted 5 assaults in the Orikhiv sector and one in the Kherson region, losing 87 personnel, 70 weapons and military equipment, while the Ukrainian Armed Forces continue to hold and strengthen their positions.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 01:49 PM • 34123 views
British company to repair L119 guns in Ukraine - Kamyshin

The United Kingdom and BAE Systems have signed an agreement for the company to repair and maintain L119 guns in Ukraine at British expense, reducing logistics for the Ukrainian military and attracting partner funds to the country.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 01:15 PM • 27611 views
He shot a civilian for fun during the occupation of Bucha: 22-year-old invader from Buryatia was served a notice of suspicion

A 22-year-old Russian soldier from Buryatia shot and killed an unarmed 46-year-old civilian in Bucha during the occupation and threw a grenade into the basement where the civilians were hiding, mutilating the victim's body.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 12:13 PM • 20609 views
Ukrainian women should be as ready for war as Israeli women - Gender Advisor to the Commander of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Ukraine needs to train women for military service, as Israel does, to protect itself from Russia's constant attacks.

Society • April 10, 12:04 PM • 23398 views
The incident with the summons for the journalist of "Slidstvo.info": SBI explained under what conditions they will start an investigation

SBI investigators are ready to launch an investigation into the incident with the Slidstvo. info journalist, who was allegedly served with a summons to investigate an SBU official, but can only proceed after receiving an official notification and materials from the Prosecutor General's Office.

Crimes and emergencies • April 10, 11:08 AM • 20103 views
An explosion occurs in Kharkiv after warnings of enemy bomb launches

An explosion was heard in Kharkiv after the Ukrainian Air Force warned of enemy launches of guided bombs in the region.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 11:00 AM • 94056 views
In Donetsk region, Special Forces destroyed a vehicle with the latest russian electronic warfare system using a drone

Ukrainian Special Forces destroyed a russian vehicle from the Borysoglebsk-2 electronic warfare complex in Donetsk region using an attack drone.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 08:47 AM • 18926 views
Explosion reported in Odesa amid warning of missile threat by Ukrainian air force

An explosion occurred in Odesa after the Ukrainian Air Force warned of an enemy missile launch in the direction of Odesa region.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 07:19 AM • 26161 views
Air Force warns of missile threat in Dnipropetrovs'k region

Ukraine's Air Force warned of a missile threat in Dnipropetrovs'k region, and an air alert was issued in Dnipropetrovs'k, Kharkiv and Donetsk regions.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 06:58 AM • 22261 views
Armored vehicles, warehouses and infantry: border guards show how they destroy enemy targets on the left bank of Kherson region

Ukrainian border guards are actively using reconnaissance and attack drones to destroy Russian military equipment, warehouses, and personnel on the left bank of the Dnipro River in Kherson Oblast, forcing Russian units to retreat further from the river.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 06:32 AM • 23279 views
83 combat engagements took place in the frontline - General Staff

Over the past day, 83 combat engagements took place on the frontline, during which the enemy launched 11 missile and 108 air strikes, and fired 149 times at Ukrainian positions and localities from multiple launch rocket systems.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 05:05 AM • 32749 views
Air defense shoots down 14 out of 17 Shaheds and two missiles overnight - Air Force

During the night attack, air defense forces shot down 14 of 17 Russian Shahed drones and two X-59 missiles.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 04:42 AM • 61806 views
Ukrainian Defense Forces carry out 17 air strikes against occupants - General Staff

Over the past day, the Ukrainian Armed Forces conducted 17 air strikes against Russian troops, targeting personnel, weapons, military equipment and anti-aircraft missile systems.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 04:24 AM • 44274 views
A series of explosions occurred in Mykolaiv

In Mykolaiv, Ukraine, multiple explosions occurred during an air raid, according to local reports.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 12:14 AM • 29509 views
The provision on demobilization was removed at the request of Syrsky and Umerov - document

Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrsky asked to remove the provision on demobilization from the government's law on mobilization, which was agreed upon by Defense Minister Rustem Umerov and approved by the Cabinet of Ministers.

War in Ukraine • April 9, 09:50 PM • 30336 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces deny claims that occupants allegedly entered Robotyne village

The 65th Separate Mechanized Brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine denies the allegations that the occupiers have allegedly entered the village of Robotyno and established themselves there. Ukrainian troops continue to repel enemy attacks and maintain control over the village.

War in Ukraine • April 9, 07:50 PM • 98942 views
Ukraine has developed a plan for a new counteroffensive - Zelensky

According to President Zelenskyy, Ukraine has developed a plan for a new counteroffensive, but needs modern weapons from the West, especially the United States, to defeat the Russian army.

War in Ukraine • April 9, 07:47 PM • 100478 views
russians with air support conduct attacks in Novopavlivka and Bakhmut directions - General Staff

Over the past day, the enemy conducted attacks in the Bakhmut and Novopavlivka directions, trying to break through the Ukrainian defense line with the support of aviation, but Ukrainian troops repelled numerous attacks and inflicted losses on Russian troops and equipment.

War in Ukraine • April 9, 05:09 PM • 85897 views
A rally in support of Ukrainian prisoners held by the Russian Federation was held in Madrid

A rally was held in Spain to call on the international community to put pressure on Russia to release Ukrainian prisoners of war and civilians held captive by the Kremlin.

War in Ukraine • April 9, 01:56 PM • 37123 views
Bulgaria promises to speed up military aid to Ukraine

Bulgaria's newly appointed interim defense minister, Atanas Zapryanov, wants to speed up military aid packages to Ukraine, emphasizing the urgent need to strengthen Kyiv's defense capabilities.

War in Ukraine • April 9, 01:11 PM • 25024 views
Government abolishes outdated regulation in the IT sector, eliminates the register of software producers and distributors

As part of its deregulation efforts, the government stopped maintaining the Register of Software Producers and Distributors and abolished other outdated regulations related to software legalization and combating illegal use.

Economy • April 9, 12:52 PM • 53087 views
Sharia's associate detained for trying to disrupt mobilization in the south

An associate of the banned Sharia Party was detained by the SBU for attempting to disrupt mobilization in southern Ukraine through hostile propaganda.

War in Ukraine • April 9, 11:23 AM • 23288 views
Kyiv exposes fraudsters who embezzled almost UAH 5 million under the guise of a charitable foundation for children

A group of fraudsters acting under the guise of a charitable foundation embezzled almost UAH 5 million, which were allegedly raised to help children, by deceiving citizens through call centers.

Kyiv • April 9, 11:11 AM • 30592 views
Rheinmetall to hand over 20 Marder combat vehicles to Ukraine

Rheinmetall has received an order from the German government to supply 20 additional Marder infantry fighting vehicles to Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • April 9, 10:52 AM • 22421 views
Summer uniforms for the Armed Forces of Ukraine: how much money was saved on procurement of a set for one soldier

Summer uniforms for the Armed Forces of Ukraine: the State Defense Department told how much money they saved on a set for one soldier.

Economy • April 9, 10:00 AM • 23496 views