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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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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 • 20691 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 • 24264 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 • 171828 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 • 23013 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 • 23823 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 • 22485 views
The Cabinet of Ministers submitted a mobilization bill to the Verkhovna Rada: a detailed analysis

The government has submitted an updated draft law on mobilization, which, in particular, introduces changes to the conscription age, military training and conscription for regular service. UNN correspondent Pavlo Bashynskyi found out and systematized what exactly the lawmakers propose.

War in Ukraine • January 31, 06:15 AM • 115179 views
Zelensky revokes Zaluzhny's dismissal as Commander-in-Chief after public outcry - Financial Times

President Zelensky's attempt to remove the popular General Valeriy Zaluzhnyi from command caused public outrage, which prevented his dismissal.

War in Ukraine • January 30, 10:13 PM • 104316 views
Ukrainian troops destroy 12 units of enemy armor during an assault near Kostiantynivka - General Staff

The Mariinka sector remains the hottest spot in the frontline, where Ukrainian troops repelled 14 enemy attacks over the last day, destroying 12 armored vehicles during one assault near Kostiantynivka.

War in Ukraine • January 30, 09:27 PM • 72891 views
For the first time, Ukraine is heating itself with domestically produced gas - Shmyhal

Ukraine passed the first heating season relying exclusively on domestically produced gas, thanks to an 11% increase in production by Naftogaz and Ukrgasvydobuvannya.

Economy • January 30, 05:37 PM • 37136 views
More than 30 teams and more than 400 developers: the Ministry of Defense summarized the results of the first hackathon "Offensive of Machines"

The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine held the first Hackathon to improve unmanned systems at the front, bringing together more than 450 developers, engineers and inventors who created innovative solutions to various military problems.

War in Ukraine • January 30, 05:27 PM • 74836 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces Aircraft warned of a missile flying towards Dnipro

Ukrainian Air Force reports a missile fired in the direction of Dnipro.

War in Ukraine • January 30, 03:06 PM • 28436 views
Ukraine has simplified the mechanism for determining the family circle of military personnel entitled to assistance

Ukraine has simplified the process of identifying family members of military personnel who are eligible for financial assistance.

Society • January 30, 01:52 PM • 68023 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces strike at Russian air defense radar station in occupied Crimea

On the morning of January 30, the Ukrainian military attacked a Russian radar station located near the village of Razdolnoye in Russian-occupied Crimea.

War in Ukraine • January 30, 01:47 PM • 41975 views
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Humeniuk spoke about the situation on the Russian-occupied Kinburn Spit

Humeniuk spoke about the situation on the Russian-occupied Kinburn Spit.

War in Ukraine • January 30, 01:30 PM • 175994 views
Guided missiles for a massive attack on December 29: russian spotter detained in Dnipro

In Dnipro, a former LPR militant who cooperated with the russian FSB to launch missile strikes on the city was detained. He provided intelligence that allowed russia to strike the city on December 29.

War in Ukraine • January 30, 12:22 PM • 24785 views
"eOselya" is expanding: from now on, you can buy private houses and townhouses under the program

Starting from January 30, private houses and townhouses can be purchased under the affordable housing program in Ukraine. The maximum area is 62.5 square meters per person, plus 21 square meters for each additional family member. Houses must be less than 10 years old in large cities or less than 3 years old in other settlements to qualify for the program.

Economy • January 30, 12:20 PM • 23567 views
Commander of a motorized rifle brigade of the Russian Armed Forces, who shot and killed a Ukrainian serviceman and tortured residents of Chernihiv region, is sentenced to life imprisonment

A Russian major was sentenced to life imprisonment for the shooting and torture of a Ukrainian soldier and civilians in a village in Chernihiv region. He commanded a battalion that occupied the village, found and killed a Ukrainian soldier, and tortured local residents, including a minor.

War in Ukraine • January 30, 11:01 AM • 29441 views
"Cinema for Victory!": the movie mobile visited Ivano-Frankivsk region

On Sunday, the National Tour "Cinema for Victory!" brought a screening to Tlumach, Ivano-Frankivsk region. The historical film Dovbush was shown. The director Oles Sanin shared his memories of the film's creation.

Society • January 30, 11:00 AM • 25943 views
Kyiv resident betrayed Ukrainian Armed Forces locations to the enemy and tried to get a job at a defense plant

A resident of Kyiv handed over the location of Ukrainian military facilities to Russian intelligence and tried to break into a defense plant. Now he faces life in prison for high treason.

Crimes and emergencies • January 30, 08:28 AM • 23110 views
Russians are dropping shrapnel ammunition aimed at civilians - Humeniuk on the situation in the south

Russia is stepping up attacks on civilians in southern Ukraine, using drones and artillery. The situation remains tense.

War in Ukraine • January 30, 08:13 AM • 25759 views
Vinnytsia residents don't exist: Groysman's so-called "humanitarian headquarters", which promotes the army's aid, forgets to mention that it is provided by local communities

The "humanitarian headquarters" of former Ukrainian Prime Minister Volodymyr Groysman in Vinnytsia is promoting assistance to the military, without mentioning the local communities that actually provide assistance.

Politics • January 30, 07:56 AM • 24734 views
Ukrainian Defense Forces shoot down Russian Su-34 in Luhansk region - General Staff

The Ukrainian military shot down a Russian Su-34 fighter jet in Luhansk region on January 29, according to General Staff spokesman Andriy Kovalev. This happened the same night that Ukrainian defense forces destroyed 15 of 35 Shahid drones launched by Russian forces.

War in Ukraine • January 30, 07:53 AM • 23695 views
Russia launched most of its weapons at the frontline territories: Ignat about night attack by "Shahed"

Russia launched 35 Shaheed drones against Ukraine overnight, targeting frontline areas near the border and occupied territories. Ukrainian troops shot down 15 drones, most of which were aimed at frontline areas that are difficult to defend, rather than at Ukraine's interior.

War in Ukraine • January 30, 07:51 AM • 23603 views
In Crimea, the occupier is trying to protect the logistics of supplying "Kalibr" and drones - Humeniuk

Russia is attempting to protect logistical routes in occupied Crimea by using civilian vehicles as cover, as well as covering strategic sections near Sevastopol with air defence systems and also to cover strategic sections near Sevastopol with air defence systems.

War in Ukraine • January 30, 07:40 AM • 23735 views
Occupants have intensified their activities on the left bank of Dnipro, Defense Forces continue to hold their positions there - Humeniuk

Over the past 24 hours, Russian troops intensified ground attacks on the left bank of the Dnipro River, launching 8 assaults compared to 1-6 in the previous days. However, Ukrainian forces continue to hold their positions, although they are having a hard time repelling the dense attacks.

War in Ukraine • January 30, 07:33 AM • 22999 views
Air defense system of the Kirovohrad region is practiced at night - RMA

Air defense forces practiced destroying drones on the night of January 30 in Kirovohrad region. There were no casualties.

War in Ukraine • January 30, 07:18 AM • 22822 views
"Shahed" destroyed in Mykolaiv region at night: a truck burned due to falling debris, one wounded

On January 30, the Defense Forces destroyed a Shahed-136 drone over Mykolaiv region. As the wreckage fell, a truck carrying sunflower seeds caught fire. The driver suffered a head injury.

War in Ukraine • January 30, 06:37 AM • 29391 views
15 out of 35 Shahed drones destroyed in the sky over Ukraine at night

Ukrainian Defense Forces shoot down 15 of the 35 Shahed drones that Russia launched overnight across Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • January 30, 06:31 AM • 30037 views
Ukrainian troops continue to hold back the enemy in the Avdiivka sector: frontline situation

More than 70 combat clashes took place at the front during the past day. Meanwhile, Russia hit 10 missiles strikes on civilian infrastructure objects.

War in Ukraine • January 30, 05:33 AM • 109727 views