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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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Yusov on the explosions in Dzhankoy: "Excellent operation of the Ukrainian Armed Forces with very good results"

The Armed Forces of Ukraine conducted an operation in Dzhankoy, temporarily occupied Crimea, which resulted in the destruction of enemy forces and equipment.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 07:05 AM • 30533 views
Two Shaheds destroyed during an air raid in Khmelnytsky region

During an air alert, Ukrainian air defense forces successfully shot down two enemy Shahed drones in Khmelnytsky region, without causing any casualties or material damage.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 06:24 AM • 21554 views
Ukrainian Defense Forces destroy all 13 enemy "shaheds" in the sky over Ukraine at night

All 13 Shahed-131/136 drones launched by Russia to attack Ukraine at night were destroyed by Ukrainian air defense forces.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 06:19 AM • 30553 views
russia suffers losses: 910 soldiers killed in 24 hours

According to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, russians lost 910 servicemen over the past day.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 04:44 AM • 21184 views
Syrskyi discusses Ukraine's urgent needs and air defense with NATO Supreme Allied Commander

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi discussed with U. S. General Christopher Cavoli Ukraine's urgent needs, including air defense systems, artillery, ammunition and heavy armored vehicles, as well as strengthening military-technical cooperation and enhancing Ukraine's defense capabilities.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 04:25 AM • 24305 views
A group of Shahedis on the border of Khmelnytskyi and Ternopil regions heading west

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine informs about a group of Iranian-made Shahed drones near the border of Khmelnytsky and Ternopil regions.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 03:05 AM • 125553 views
russian propaganda spreads fake news about the "liquidation" of Ukrainian military leaders

A russian propaganda channel spreads false information about the "liquidation" of Ukraine's top military leadership, including the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces and the head of the Main Intelligence Directorate, during a missile strike in Kharkiv region.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 02:40 AM • 125073 views
russian tactical aircraft are active in northeastern Ukraine

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine informs about the activity of enemy tactical aviation in the northeast.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 02:24 AM • 120749 views
Iranian drone spotted heading south to Odesa region

The Ukrainian Air Force informs about the detection of a drone launched from Crimea in the direction of the southern part of Odesa region.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 12:01 AM • 41586 views
The enemy is attacking: Groups of drones spotted in southern Ukraine

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine informs about the detection of groups of Iranian-made Shahed drones in the southern part of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 11:19 PM • 24962 views
Air Force warns of missile threat in eastern Ukraine

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine informs about a missile threat in the east of the country.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 10:21 PM • 24345 views
russian federation advances near Novokalynove and Ivanivka - DeepState

russian troops advanced near Novokalynove and Ivanivka, but fighting continues in Ocheretyne, Berdychi and Krasnohorivka.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 10:10 PM • 24494 views
Hostile drones were spotted in 3 regions of Ukraine

According to the Ukrainian Air Force, enemy drones were detected in 3 regions of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 09:05 PM • 23291 views
A new group of Iranian drones heading to Mykolaiv is detected

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine informs about the detection of a new group of Iranian-made Shahed drones from Zaporizhzhia region in the direction of Mykolaiv.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 08:03 PM • 25881 views
Zelensky thanked the Armed Forces for "the right blow to the occupier in Dzhankoy"

President Zelenskyy thanked the Ukrainian military for the successful operation to destroy Russian equipment and military infrastructure at the Dzhankoy airfield in occupied Crimea.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 07:56 PM • 67673 views
Russians again spread fakes about "evacuation" from Kharkiv

Through the Signal messenger, Russians are spreading fake news about the alleged "evacuation" from Kharkiv due to possible encirclement by Russian occupiers, which is hostile disinformation aimed at destabilizing Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 03:22 PM • 18553 views
Project "Defense Partners": the Office of the President held a meeting with business to increase assistance to the military

Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi and Chief of the General Staff Anatoliy Bargylevych met with representatives of the Defense Partners project to discuss the involvement of government and business representatives in helping to meet the urgent needs of the military.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 01:57 PM • 18062 views
Failure to cover the consequences of the Kakhovka HPP tragedy is an absolute lie: Humeniuk responds to media accusations

Natalia Gumenyuk, head of the Joint Coordination Press Center of the Southern Operational Command of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, denied the accusations of not covering the consequences of the Kakhovka hydroelectric power plant tragedy, saying that this is an absolute lie, as more than 800 requests were processed within a week after the explosion in accordance with the relevant orders.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 10:10 AM • 19954 views
moscow wants to accuse Ukrainian special services of allegedly using weapons of foreign origin during hostilities in Sudan - DIU

russia is preparing a disinformation campaign to accuse Ukraine of illegal arms trafficking in Africa, using fabricated photos of "trophy" American weapons allegedly seized from Ukrainian security forces.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 09:31 AM • 100371 views
Ex-officials of the Ministry of Defense bought low-quality ammunition for the military for UAH 1.4 billion: the case was referred to the court

Former high-ranking officials of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine will stand trial for purchasing low-quality ammunition and personal protective equipment for the military, which endangered the lives of soldiers and caused huge financial losses to the state.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 08:29 AM • 25486 views
Politico on Chasiv Yar: Ukrainian army spokesman talks about the threat if the occupiers manage to capture the town

Politico asked a Ukrainian army spokesperson about the threat if the occupiers manage to capture Chasiv Yar.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 08:08 AM • 35852 views
Explosion was reported in Odesa

An explosion was reported in Odesa, Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 06:46 AM • 26081 views
russia lost 710 servicemen in 24 hours

Over the past 24 hours, the russians lost 710 servicemen, bringing their total losses since the beginning of the invasion to 456,050, according to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 04:42 AM • 144961 views
Over the day, russia launched 2 missile strikes, 64 air attacks, and 75 attacks with multiple launch rocket systems

Over the past day, russia launched 2 missile strikes, 64 air strikes and 75 attacks with multiple launch rocket systems at Ukrainian positions and localities in various regions, including Kharkiv, Luhansk, Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia, Kherson and others.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 04:16 AM • 34182 views
Air Force warns of missile threat in Sumy region

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine informs about a missile threat in Sumy region.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 10:27 PM • 23424 views
Media demand Humeniuk's dismissal from the post of communications officer of OK "Pivden": what caused the discontent

The journalists demand the dismissal of Natalia Humeniuk from her position as communications officer of the South military command for banning coverage of Russia's war crimes and imposing unjustified restrictions on the work of the media.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 08:54 PM • 25158 views
Syrskyi and Umerov report to Zelensky on the frontline situation and defensive actions

President of Ukraine Zelenskyy heard a report on the situation at the front, saying that the task is to deter Russian attacks and repel every attack of the occupier.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 05:35 PM • 69441 views
Former Deputy Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Oleh Hladkovskyi is wanted

The NABU has put Oleh Hladkovskyi, former First Deputy Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council, on the wanted list for allegedly organizing the purchase of off-road vehicles for the army at inflated prices, which caused the state losses of more than UAH 17 million.

Crimes and emergencies • April 16, 02:41 PM • 19137 views
Collaborator who headed the "rosposta" during the occupation of Izyum is sentenced to 11 years in prison

A woman who headed the occupation "rosposta" in Izium after the city was seized was sentenced to 11 years in prison for collaboration with confiscation of property and deprivation of rights for 15 years.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 02:22 PM • 17480 views
Unidentified men in military uniforms tried to push a man into a car in Zaporizhzhia: TCC denied any involvement in the incident

A number of Telegram channels posted a video, allegedly from Zaporizhzhia, where men in military uniforms are trying to push a civilian into a car. The local CCC and JV conducted an investigation and emphasized that the employees of the territorial center for recruitment and social support were not involved in the events in the video.

Society • April 16, 01:58 PM • 17816 views