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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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The President of Ukraine presented state awards to soldiers of the Armed Forces, the National Guard, the Security Service of Ukraine, police officers and rescuers

On the second anniversary of the liberation of Kyiv region, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy presented state awards to the Armed Forces, National Guard, Security Service, police and rescuers who defended Bucha and evacuated civilians during the Russian occupation.

War in Ukraine • March 31, 03:54 PM • 43066 views
In March, Russian Armed Forces lost 30 vehicles and 1300 personnel in Avdiivka sector - 47th Brigade press officer

In March, the Russian armed forces suffered significant losses - about 1,300 personnel and 30 pieces of equipment in the Avdiivka sector, a spokesman for the 47th separate mechanized brigade of the Ukrainian Armed Forces said.

War in Ukraine • March 31, 02:14 PM • 37553 views
Bucha has become a second home for more than 11 thousand internally displaced persons - Mayor of Bucha

Bucha has become a second home for more than 11,000 internally displaced people who came from the east and south of the country. The city is actively is actively recovering. The mayor of the city recalled the 509 victims of the Russian occupation with traces of torture and bullet wounds - today the Russian aggression is being commemorated in Bucha.

Society • March 31, 01:16 PM • 38156 views
Two years of de-occupation of Kyiv region: President Zelenskyy honors the memory of Ukrainians killed by Russian invaders in Bucha

President Zelenskyy honored the memory of more than 1,400 Ukrainian civilians, including 37 children, killed by Russian occupiers during the 33-day occupation of Bucha in Kyiv region two years ago.

Society • March 31, 12:34 PM • 101666 views
russian troops suffered losses: 650 personnel killed

Over the past 24 hours, the russians lost 650 servicemen, bringing their total losses to 442,170, according to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • March 31, 04:51 AM • 67434 views
Over the day, russia launched 17 missile strikes, 83 air attacks, and 87 salvo attacks

Over the past day, russia conducted 17 missile strikes, 83 air strikes and 87 attacks from multiple launch rocket systems on Ukrainian positions and localities in various regions.

War in Ukraine • March 31, 04:45 AM • 34489 views
Air Force warns of ballistic missile threat from northeast

The Air Force reports a possible ballistic missile attack from the northeast.

War in Ukraine • March 31, 04:07 AM • 52485 views
russian tactical aviation is active in eastern Ukraine

The Ukrainian Air Force informs about the activity of enemy tactical aircraft in the east of the country, which poses a threat of air strikes on the frontline regions.

War in Ukraine • March 30, 10:39 PM • 75829 views
russian drones attack in several regions of Ukraine

The Ukrainian Air Force reported numerous groups of drones spotted in different regions of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • March 30, 09:42 PM • 37814 views
russian Shahed drones attack Odesa region

Ukraine's Air Force reports several groups of Iranian-made Shahed drones launched from the Black Sea in the direction of Odesa region.

War in Ukraine • March 30, 09:16 PM • 36922 views
Iranian "Shahed" drones move west in Vinnytsia region

The Ukrainian Air Force informs about the detection of Iranian-made Shahed drones flying westward in the north of Vinnytsia region.

War in Ukraine • March 30, 08:29 PM • 37134 views
Activity of russian tactical aircraft over the Black Sea was recorded

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine informs about the activity of enemy tactical aircraft over the Black Sea.

War in Ukraine • March 30, 08:25 PM • 37430 views
General Staff on the situation in the frontline: 79 combat engagements were registered over the last day

According to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, over the past day, Russian-terrorist forces suffered 730 casualties, engaged in 79 combat engagements, launched 13 missile and 56 air strikes, and fired 57 times at Ukrainian positions and settlements from multiple launch rocket systems.

War in Ukraine • March 30, 06:39 PM • 35135 views
Occupants on the left bank of Kherson region dared to make 3 assaults, but retreated with losses - Southern Defense Forces

In the Kherson region, Russian troops made three unsuccessful attempts to storm the left bank of the Dnipro River, suffered losses and retreated to their original positions.

War in Ukraine • March 30, 12:26 PM • 53004 views
Deputy Minister: 70% of Defense Ministry's budget allocated for military payments this year

In 2024, UAH 862. 6 billion was allocated for payments to military personnel, which is 70% of the Defense Ministry's budget.

War in Ukraine • March 30, 12:17 PM • 105148 views
Air alert in the south. Air Force warned warned of missile heading northwest in Mykolaiv region

An enemy missile has been spotted heading northwest in Ukraine's Mykolaiv region, according to a warning from the Ukrainian Air Force.

War in Ukraine • March 30, 10:36 AM • 36510 views
Russian Federation tried to expose and bypass air defense systems - Humeniuk on night attack

In a recent drone attack, Russia attempted to expose and bypass Ukraine's air defense systems, potentially gathering information for further attacks.

War in Ukraine • March 30, 07:59 AM • 32353 views
Losses of the russian federation: 730 soldiers killed overnight

According to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, russians lost 730 servicemen over the past day.

War in Ukraine • March 30, 05:57 AM • 32612 views
Intense attacks in Zaporizhzhya region: 442 attacks in 24 hours, no civilians injured

Over the past day, russian troops fired 442 times at 9 localities in Zaporizhzhia region, including 3 air strikes, 91 drone attacks, 9 MLRS attacks and 339 artillery shells.

War in Ukraine • March 30, 05:51 AM • 32939 views
Over the day, russia launched 38 missile strikes, 75 air attacks, and 98 volleyball attacks

Over the past day, russia launched 38 missile strikes, 75 air strikes and 98 attacks from multiple launch rocket systems at Ukrainian positions and localities in various regions.

War in Ukraine • March 30, 05:29 AM • 32591 views
Movement of enemy UAVs in different directions on the territory of Ukraine was spotted

russian drones were spotted flying in different directions across Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • March 30, 12:40 AM • 108218 views
russian drones are moving towards Odesa region

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine informs about the detection of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) moving from the Black Sea towards Odesa region (Tatarbunary district).

War in Ukraine • March 30, 12:07 AM • 105230 views
Groups of unmanned aerial vehicles detected in Dnipro and Poltava regions

The Ukrainian Air Force spotted groups of drones in Dnipropetrovs'k and Poltava regions.

War in Ukraine • March 29, 11:59 PM • 103024 views
russian drones head north through Dnipropetrovs'k region

The Air Force informs that the drones are moving north through the Dnipropetrovs'k region.

War in Ukraine • March 29, 11:16 PM • 41002 views
Air Force records drone attacks in several regions

According to the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, enemy drones are attacking in several regions of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • March 29, 10:35 PM • 38118 views
Zelensky responds to petition to restrict online casinos: instructs SBU and NSDC

President Zelenskyy has instructed law enforcement agencies and ministries to analyze the problem of online gambling and propose solutions in response to a petition calling for restrictions on online casinos due to their harmful effects on soldiers and society.

Society • March 29, 06:45 PM • 29532 views
General Staff: Ukrainian defenders repelled over 60 Russian attacks, one third of them in Novopavlivka sector

Ukrainian defenders withstood more than 60 combat engagements, repelled more than 20 Russian attacks in the Novopavlivka sector, while Russian-terrorist forces launched 38 missile and 59 air strikes, and opened fire from multiple launch rocket systems 72 times.

War in Ukraine • March 29, 06:22 PM • 44058 views
Russia's attack on Chernivtsi region: air defense system is working, wreckage of two missiles has already been found - RMA

Russian troops attempted to hit the Dniester hydroelectric power plant in Chernivtsi region during a missile attack, and air defense forces shot down the missiles.

War in Ukraine • March 29, 02:40 PM • 23462 views
Tried to "break through" the defense of the Armed Forces of Ukraine near Robotyn: traitors received 15 years in prison

Four traitors who fought against Ukrainian troops in eastern and southern Ukraine as part of Russian occupation groups were sentenced to 15 years in prison for high treason, participation in a terrorist group, and aiding the Russian armed forces.

War in Ukraine • March 29, 12:58 PM • 54029 views
Death of Zaluzhnyi's assistant: SBI completes investigation into officer who gave Chastiakov live grenades

An officer from the office of the Assistant Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine gave grenades to his deceased colleague Gennadiy Chastiakov for his birthday, which led to Chastiakov's accidental death when one of the grenades exploded while he was unpacking the grenades.

War in Ukraine • March 29, 09:55 AM • 27008 views