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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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Russian agent detained for fatal attack on Pokrovsk district

The Security Service of Ukraine detained an informant of the Russian military intelligence who adjusted the enemy's fire, which killed 6 civilians, including children, during a missile strike on a residential area in Pokrovsk district of Donetsk region.

War in Ukraine • February 7, 09:08 AM • 26889 views
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The Ombudsman's Office has received over 3.5 thousand complaints from the military since the beginning of the war

Since the beginning of the Russian invasion, the Ombudsman's Office has received more than 3,500 appeals from Ukrainian servicemen.

Society • February 7, 09:05 AM • 208480 views
44 air targets destroyed in the sky over Ukraine: 29 missiles and 15 attack UAVs - Zaluzhny

The Ukrainian air defense forces destroyed 44 air targets, including 29 missiles and 15 attack UAVs launched by Russia to strike at targets in Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 7, 08:07 AM • 28324 views
Massive drone attack: Russians launched "shahids" from three directions

The Air Force of the Ukrainian Armed Forces has warned of numerous groups of Iranian-made Shahed drones moving toward Ukraine from different directions in the south and preparing for an attack.

War in Ukraine • February 6, 10:33 PM • 32463 views
The Ministry of Defense reacted to the decision to create the Unmanned Systems Forces

President Zelenskyy has signed a decree creating a new type of the Armed Forces of Ukraine - the Unmanned Systems Force. According to Defense Minister Rustem Umerov, this is an important step in the modernization of Ukraine's military potential.

War in Ukraine • February 6, 10:23 PM • 30848 views
The Ministry of Digital Transformation welcomed the decision to create the Unmanned Systems Force

President Zelenskiy signs a decree establishing a new Unmanned Systems Force to develop drone capabilities and technologies in Ukraine, which Digital Transformation Minister Fedorov says will be crucial to modernizing the army and supporting Ukraine's counteroffensive against Russia.

War in Ukraine • February 6, 06:50 PM • 30851 views
Zelenskyy instructed the Armed Forces to create a separate branch of the Armed Forces for drones

According to a decree issued by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Ukraine proposes to create a separate branch of the military called the Unmanned Systems Forces to control unmanned aerial vehicles.

War in Ukraine • February 6, 05:07 PM • 25131 views
The rapprochement of Ukraine and NATO continues: Deputy Minister of Defense Pavlyuk held a meeting with international partners

Ukraine's First Deputy Minister of Defense held an online meeting with international partners to discuss improving Ukraine's military command structure and implementing Euro-Atlantic principles and practices, as well as coordinating responses to future security threats.

War in Ukraine • February 6, 04:57 PM • 29060 views
Kuleba said that Zaluzhny's likely resignation will not affect relations with allies

Ukraine's Foreign Minister said that any changes in the Ukrainian government or military leadership would not affect relations with Western allies, as they respect the president's authority to appoint officials.

War in Ukraine • February 6, 04:23 PM • 28526 views
The "Army of Drones" destroyed almost 400 Russian strongholds in a week

Over the past week, the Drone Army's attack drones have killed about 150 Russian soldiers and about 400 strongholds.

War in Ukraine • February 6, 03:33 PM • 22892 views
Ukrainian Air Force warned of a missile flying towards Dnipro

Ukrainian Air Force warned of a suspected guided missile fired in the direction of Dnipro city.

War in Ukraine • February 6, 02:39 PM • 22181 views
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Having passed the polygraph, Liev proved that he was not involved in the crime of which he was suspected - polygraph examiner

Having passed the polygraph, Liev proved that he was not involved in the crime of which he was suspected - polygraph examiner.

Politics • February 6, 02:36 PM • 248360 views
Ukraine returns three more families with four children from TOT

Three more families with four children were returned from the occupied Kherson region with the help of Save Ukraine after losing their businesses, being interrogated, and fearing for the safety of their children under Russian occupation.

Society • February 6, 01:46 PM • 28299 views
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Liev on the procurement of ammunition: I was under constant pressure

The former acting director of the Department of Military-Technical Policy, Development of Armaments and Military Equipment of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine said that he was pressured to provide the military with ammunition, but not with regard to specific contracts.

Politics • February 6, 01:10 PM • 263630 views
"We limited the enemy's capabilities": the SOF reported on an effective special operation off the coast of Crimea and showed footage

The Ukrainian Special Operations Forces reported a highly complex and effective operation in the Black Sea off the coast of the temporarily occupied Crimea.

War in Ukraine • February 6, 12:24 PM • 31427 views
russians conducted more than 70 attacks in the Tauride sector over the last day: Ukrainian Defense Forces destroyed almost 500 occupants

The enemy conducted 21 air strikes in the Tavria operational area yesterday, carried out 73 assault actions and fired 732 artillery rounds. Defense forces eliminated almost 500 occupants and about 200 Russian drones.

War in Ukraine • February 6, 10:18 AM • 22792 views
In the south, air superiority remains with Russia, but the danger of destroying their aircraft is very high - Humeniuk

The Russians maintain air superiority, but are looking for new launch sites due to the high risk of losing planes to Ukrainian defense.

War in Ukraine • February 6, 08:29 AM • 22459 views
Humeniuk explained what the pause between massive attacks in the south means

The general pause that the enemy maintains between massive missile strikes is already quite powerful and may indicate preparations for further attacks.

War in Ukraine • February 6, 08:03 AM • 73659 views
Four ports in Russia are under a state of emergency: they fear UAV attacks

Russia has introduced a state of emergency in four ports in the Leningrad region due to fears of potential drone attacks from Ukraine.

News of the World • February 6, 07:00 AM • 26855 views
Russians tried to hit Mykolaiv region with a rocket, two communities came under artillery fire

The Russians tried to launch a missile at Voznesensk district of Mykolaiv region, but it was intercepted by the Defense Forces, and two communities came under enemy fire, with no casualties.

War in Ukraine • February 6, 06:49 AM • 30391 views
General Staff: the number of destroyed occupants exceeded 390 thousand

Ukraine's General Staff reported that Russia's losses since the beginning of the invasion have amounted to about 390,580 people killed and thousands of pieces of destroyed military equipment, including 6,365 tanks.

War in Ukraine • February 6, 06:29 AM • 25072 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces repelled 114 enemy attacks in 126 combat engagements over the last day - Ukrainian Armed Forces General Staff

According to the General Staff of Ukraine, 126 combat engagements took place over the past day: russian troops launched 7 missile strikes, 35 air strikes and 90 attacks from multiple launch rocket systems.

War in Ukraine • February 6, 05:43 AM • 27221 views
Situation in the north of Avdiivka deteriorates: occupants attack from all directions

The situation in Avdiivka remains tense as russian troops are actively attacking from all directions, using various tactics to consolidate their positions in the old town and near the coke plant, trying to seize the railway bridge.

War in Ukraine • February 5, 10:49 PM • 115065 views
In Dnipro, Special Forces refused to join the "Rage" assault brigade: National Police responds to the position of law enforcement

In Dnipro, police officers refused to join the assault brigade of the Luty assault brigade and said they were ready to fight only as part of their own unit. The curator of the assault brigade "Rage" Oleksandr Fatsevich responded to their statement.

Society • February 5, 03:45 PM • 102320 views
First procurements under the new model: State Logistics Operator announces tenders for food

"The State Operator of the Home Front has announced the first tenders under the new procurement model for the supply of food for the Armed Forces, starting in April.

Society • February 5, 03:24 PM • 101263 views
Russia deploys a missile carrier to the Black Sea, the total volley can reach 4 "Calibers"

The Russian Navy has deployed a submarine in the Black Sea capable of launching up to 4 Kalibr cruise missiles, increasing the missile threat in the region, according to Ukrainian military reports.

War in Ukraine • February 5, 01:59 PM • 21449 views
Last year, almost UAH 4 billion worth of cars were bought on Prozorro: who bought the most and what kind of cars they chose

Analysts note that in 2023, 3. 8 thousand cars were purchased on Prozorro for UAH 3.7 billion. At the same time, in 2021, almost 5 thousand cars were purchased for the same amount.

War in Ukraine • February 5, 01:21 PM • 24967 views
Ukraine will win the war, but now must step up mobilization and maintain unity - German general

The German general said that Ukraine needs to step up mobilization to replace losses and renew its army. He is confident that Ukraine will win the war and emphasizes the importance of maintaining unity within the country.

War in Ukraine • February 5, 01:08 PM • 21835 views
Ukrainian Air Force warns of a missile fired in the direction of Ochakov

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has warned of an enemy missile heading toward the city of Ochakiv, Mykolaiv region.

War in Ukraine • February 5, 12:41 PM • 22528 views
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Russian offensive on Kupyansk: Ukrainian Armed Forces respond to information about 500 tanks and 40 thousand Russian soldiers to attack the city

A spokesperson for the Ukrainian Armed Forces confirmed that since October last year, Russia has amassed about 40,000 troops and 500 tanks near Kupyansk, but noted that not all of these forces are currently engaged in combat and that the Ukrainian defense is holding back the Russians.

War in Ukraine • February 5, 11:50 AM • 257796 views