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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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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 • 27211 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 • 33967 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 • 25759 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 • 29751 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 • 106430 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 • 32700 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 • 92058 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 • 103050 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 • 103719 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 • 27038 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 • 27359 views
"We are working to return every Ukrainian from captivity": SBU shows footage of prisoner exchange

The SBU showed footage of Ukraine returning 207 citizens as part of the 50th prisoner exchange since the beginning of the war.

War in Ukraine • January 31, 03:26 PM • 24944 views
"We have not forgotten about anyone": Zelensky on the 50th exchange of prisoners

During the last prisoner exchange, Ukraine released 207 citizens from Russian captivity, including the defenders of Mariupol.

War in Ukraine • January 31, 02:20 PM • 31999 views
50th prisoner exchange: defenders of Azovstal, Zmiine and Kherson return to Ukraine

Among those released from captivity are many defenders of Mariupol, soldiers who were on "Azovstal", Zmiiny Island, Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia, Kharkiv, Luhansk, Kherson and Sumy directions.

War in Ukraine • January 31, 12:59 PM • 26947 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces Aircraft warned of a missile at Kryvyi Rih

Ukraine's Air Force warns of missile targeting Kryvyi Rih.

War in Ukraine • January 31, 12:57 PM • 25746 views
Fortifications are being built in the Tauride sector

In the Tauride sector, the construction of fortifications and the equipping of defense lines with anti-tank ditches, trenches, engineering and minefields continues.

War in Ukraine • January 31, 12:19 PM • 22601 views
TCC employees will use body cameras in Lviv and the region

Employees of the PIC and JIT in Lviv and the region will now use body cameras to help them deal with conflict situations that may arise during military patrols and mobilization activities.

Society • January 31, 11:37 AM • 23534 views
Armored vehicles, shells and missiles for air defense: Germany announces new military aid package for Ukraine

Germany has updated the list of military aid handed over to Ukraine to include armored personnel carriers, demining tanks, and border guard vehicles. In addition, Kyiv received dry rations, artillery shells, and air defense missiles.

War in Ukraine • January 31, 11:03 AM • 25125 views
"ATES" is scouting the 13th shipyard in Sevastopol, which is engaged in complex repairs of vessels of all ranks.

ATES guerrillas are monitoring the repair work on several ships of the Russian Black Sea Fleet at a shipyard in occupied Sevastopol.

War in Ukraine • January 31, 10:48 AM • 27794 views
Defected to the enemy: former law enforcement officer who corrected russian strikes in Kharkiv region gets life sentence

An FSB agent who handed over military and critical infrastructure facilities in Kharkiv region to russia was sentenced to life in prison.

Crimes and emergencies • January 31, 10:43 AM • 20420 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces destroy two Grad rocket launchers used by Russians to shell the right bank of Kherson region

The Ukrainian military destroyed two Russian Grad multiple rocket launcher systems used to shell the right bank of the Kherson region.

War in Ukraine • January 31, 10:28 AM • 20333 views
"Greetings for the occupiers": loud explosions reported in Tokmak - Fedorov

Explosions were heard in the city of Tokmak, Zaporizhzhya region of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • January 31, 10:19 AM • 18576 views
Official of a military unit was served a notice of suspicion in Mykolaiv region for accruing one million hryvnias in extra payments to his subordinates

The chief of staff of a military unit in Mykolaiv region is suspected of illegally charging UAH 1 million to subordinates who did not actually perform combat missions.

Crimes and emergencies • January 31, 09:56 AM • 19372 views
Ukrainian troops defeat occupants on the left bank of the Dnipro: BM-21 MLRS, cannons, tank destroyed

Ukrainian defenders continue operations on the left bank of the Dnipro River, destroying 1 tank, 2 BM-21 MLRS, 3 cannons and killing 90 Russian servicemen.

War in Ukraine • January 31, 09:38 AM • 20838 views
Ukraine is looking for different ways to get the necessary amount of ammunition - Kuleba

Ukraine is exploring various options for obtaining the necessary amount of ammunition for its armed forces, as they need more supplies to continue the fight against Russia.

War in Ukraine • January 31, 09:30 AM • 20678 views
"A matter of life and death": five EU leaders demand that the bloc take Ukraine's arming efforts seriously

Five EU leaders call on the bloc to fulfill its promises and provide Ukraine with enough weapons.

War in Ukraine • January 31, 09:25 AM • 24251 views
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Russia increases the number of assaults from time to time: Humeniuk on the situation near Krynky in Kherson region

Southern Ukrainian defense forces continue to repel Russian attacks near the village of Krynky in Kherson region, inflicting casualties on Russian troops trying to drive them from a bridgehead on the left bank.

War in Ukraine • January 31, 09:00 AM • 171818 views
FSB agent who helped Russians prepare a route to enter Sumy region detained

The Security Service of Ukraine detained an FSB agent in Sumy region who was reconnoitering the positions of the Ukrainian military and preparing routes for Russian subversive groups to enter Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • January 31, 08:54 AM • 22999 views
Pentagon spokesman says he is "not tracking" changes amid rumors of Zaluzhny's replacement

A Pentagon spokesman says he is "not tracking any changes" in the top of the Ukrainian command amid rumors of replacing Commander-in-Chief Valeriy Zaluzhny.

Politics • January 31, 07:48 AM • 23810 views
14 out of 20 enemy Shahed drones were shot down in Ukraine at night

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported the destruction of 14 of the 20 Shahed drones launched by Russian forces over Ukraine on the night of January 31.

War in Ukraine • January 31, 06:19 AM • 22464 views