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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 aviation strikes at 13 enemy concentration areas - General Staff

On February 1, the Ukrainian Armed Forces' aviation struck 13 locations of enemy manpower and equipment and 1 anti-aircraft installation, the General Staff reports.

War in Ukraine • February 2, 05:25 AM • 27219 views
Forbes: Ukrainian attack could stop production of Russia's deadliest drone

An explosion at a Russian drone factory in August may have disrupted the production of deadly Lancet drones, leading to fewer attacks on Ukrainian troops.

War in Ukraine • February 2, 05:21 AM • 122856 views
A massive drone attack was carried out in Kirovohrad region - OVA

A massive drone attack was carried out in Kirovohrad and neighboring regions of Ukraine, which led to the deployment of air defense in Kropyvnytskyi and the surrounding area.

War in Ukraine • February 2, 02:28 AM • 38394 views
Sounds of explosions are heard in Kryvyi Rih

The explosions occurred in Kryvyi Rih at 03:27 after the Ukrainian Air Force reported drone attacks on southeastern regions, including Kirovohrad.

War in Ukraine • February 2, 01:30 AM • 31337 views
Due to the decision of the European Council, EU budget support has doubled - Kuleba

The EU has doubled its budgetary support for Ukraine to €50 billion since Russia's full-scale invasion began on February 24, 2022, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba reports.

War in Ukraine • February 2, 01:05 AM • 36829 views
Since the beginning of the full-scale war, almost 70 thousand soldiers have been awarded state decorations

President Zelenskiy announces that nearly 70,000 Ukrainian soldiers have received state awards since Russia's full-scale invasion began on February 24.

War in Ukraine • February 1, 10:53 PM • 26644 views
Residents of Odesa region donate more than a thousand drones to the needs of the Defense Forces

More than 1,000 drones purchased at the expense of Odesa taxpayers have been handed over to the Armed Forces to support troops in Kherson and Zaporizhzhia regions.

War in Ukraine • February 1, 07:59 PM • 25156 views
Ukrainian troops repelled 58 attacks, most of them in the Avdiivka, Maryinka and Kherson sectors

Ukrainian troops repelled 58 enemy attacks in several sectors over the last day, Avdiivka, Maryinka and Kherson remain the hottest spots in the combat zone.

War in Ukraine • February 1, 07:54 PM • 27755 views
High-tech means and a new philosophy of training and warfare: Zaluzhnyi on the main goals for 2024

The Supreme Commander-in-Chief outlined Ukraine's military goals for 2024 as focusing on the development of high-tech equipment, the introduction of new philosophies of training and combat, and the acquisition of new capabilities.

War in Ukraine • February 1, 07:00 PM • 27209 views
Production of new ammunition will be faster and larger - Ministry of Defense

The Ukrainian government has approved a resolution to accelerate and expand domestic ammunition production to strengthen the country's defense capabilities and reduce dependence on imports.

War in Ukraine • February 1, 06:16 PM • 29914 views
To defeat the enemy, we must be more mobile in tactics and means - Zaluzhnyi

The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine emphasized the need to be more mobile tactically and in means to defeat the enemy, noting that technology has an advantage over tradition, allowing for more contactless operations and reduced losses.

War in Ukraine • February 1, 05:45 PM • 109557 views
The state will purchase drones through the Prozorro system: Fedorov explains how it will work

The state will purchase drones through the Prozorro system in accordance with a recently adopted government decree. Terms and locations of deliveries will be closed to the public - and inaccessible to Russians.

Politics • February 1, 05:30 PM • 34867 views
The Armed Forces started issuing women's military uniforms for the first time - Defense Ministry

The new uniform includes constructive elements that allow female servicewomen to feel comfortable while performing tasks in the field and at permanent locations.

Society • February 1, 04:49 PM • 33129 views
Russian serviceman who tortured residents of Kherson region was sentenced to 12 years in prison

A Russian serviceman was sentenced to 12 years in prison for detaining and torturing Kherson residents with pro-Ukrainian views since the beginning of the occupation of the region.

War in Ukraine • February 1, 04:11 PM • 25817 views
"I personally have no conflict with anyone": Budanov would not be drawn on the rumors about Zaluzhnyi's possible replacement - CNN

The head of Ukraine's military intelligence did not engage in discussions of rumors about the possible replacement of the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, CNN reports.

War in Ukraine • February 1, 03:33 PM • 28295 views
A sniper and a repeat offender from Russia's Storm-Z: traitors who fought on the side of Russia against Ukraine received real sentences

Three traitors who fought on the side of Russia on the eastern front, including a sniper and a repeat offender from the Russian Sturm-Z battalion, were sentenced to 15 years in prison for high treason and participation in terrorist activities.

War in Ukraine • February 1, 02:45 PM • 26659 views
Mortars, drones and self-propelled artillery systems: The Ministry of Defense has authorized more than 40 samples of weapons and military equipment for operation

In January, the Ministry of Defense authorized more than 40 weapons and military equipment, including self-propelled artillery systems, mortars, specialized equipment, unmanned aerial vehicles, and ammunition made in Ukraine and abroad, for use in the army.

War in Ukraine • February 1, 12:23 PM • 21889 views
"Ukrainian pilots are clearing Crimea of russians": Ignat commented on the strike on the Belbek airfield

Air Force spokesman Yuriy Ihnat urged Ukrainians to wait for official confirmation of the consequences of the "explosions" at the Belbek military airfield in occupied Crimea.

War in Ukraine • February 1, 09:45 AM • 28181 views
A series of explosions occurred in Crimea in the morning

In the temporarily occupied Crimea, explosions occurred in the Sak and Nizhnegorsk districts on February 1, with at least five explosions reported in the Nizhnegorsk district.

War in Ukraine • February 1, 09:34 AM • 28650 views
Ihnat is confident that Ukraine will receive the first F-16 aircraft by the end of the year

A spokesman for Ukraine's Air Force says the country will receive its first F-16 fighters from allies by the end of 2024, with Ukrainian pilots currently undergoing training on the aircraft, particularly in Denmark.

War in Ukraine • February 1, 07:59 AM • 27143 views
Zelensky to sign decree on Zaluzhny's dismissal by end of week - CNN

By the end of the week, President Zelensky is expected to sign a decree dismissing Valeriy Zaluzhny from the post of Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 1, 07:51 AM • 33898 views
2 out of 4 Shahed drones launched by the enemy at night destroyed in Kharkiv region

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported the destruction of two Shahed drones launched by Russian troops on the night of February 1 in Kharkiv region.

War in Ukraine • February 1, 06:21 AM • 25733 views
Nearly three dozen localities suffered air strikes over the last day: situation at the front

Over the past day, the enemy fired 97 times from multiple launch rocket systems at the positions of our troops and populated areas.

War in Ukraine • February 1, 05:56 AM • 29674 views
Yermak and Nuland: they talked about defense support and further cooperation between Ukraine and the USA

Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak thanked the United States for its defense and economic assistance to Ukraine and discussed expectations from the decisions of the 2024 NATO Summit regarding Ukraine's Euro-Atlantic integration.

War in Ukraine • January 31, 09:49 PM • 106350 views
This is about political competition, not war: Podoliak on "statements" about Zaluzhny's resignation

The OP responded to the "statements" about Zaluzhny's resignation and noted that "there is a certain stagnation along the front line and people are definitely looking for some kind of information reasons to stir up society and get some kind of "hype".

War in Ukraine • January 31, 08:34 PM • 32652 views
Nutrition reform for the Armed Forces: The Ministry of Defense visited a military unit with an audit

Deputy Defense Ministers and the head of the State Logistics Operator checked the quality of food for military personnel in one of the military units. The military department did not say which unit they visited, but promised that such inspections would become a regular occurrence.

War in Ukraine • January 31, 08:09 PM • 92018 views
Budanov predicts new Ukrainian counteroffensive for spring - Telegraph

The head of Ukrainian intelligence predicted that Ukraine will launch a new counteroffensive in the spring, as soon as the Russian offensive is exhausted.

War in Ukraine • January 31, 07:26 PM • 102979 views
"eOselya" successfully operates in Odesa region: first 82 loans compensated to defense forces soldiers

Thanks to the signed agreement and on the basis of the register of our defenders provided by the bank, the first 82 participants of the state program "eOselya" who meet the requirements of the regional program received compensation.

Society • January 31, 06:16 PM • 103668 views
russians shell Kherson - MBA

russian troops occupying the left bank have been shelling Kherson for a long time. The MVA urges citizens to stay away from windows.

War in Ukraine • January 31, 05:40 PM • 27009 views
Consequences of the air alert: in occupied Sevastopol, a fire broke out near the Belbek airfield

The fire started in the north of the city, approximately in the area of the Belbek airfield. Locals report that the smoke from the fire is visible from different parts of Sevastopol.

War in Ukraine • January 31, 03:44 PM • 27319 views