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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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190 combat engagements: AFU repelled attacks in 11 directions per day - General StaffPhoto

Over the past day, 190 combat engagements were recorded, the enemy launched 1 missile and 67 air strikes, dropping 117 guided bombs. The Armed Forces of Ukraine repelled numerous attacks in 11 directions, enemy losses amounted to 850 personnel.

War in Ukraine • September 1, 06:02 AM • 2929 views
Ukrainian defenders repelled a massive drone attack: over 120 Russian Armed Forces drones destroyed

On the night of August 31, Ukraine repelled an attack of 142 attack drones and imitators. Air defense forces shot down or suppressed 126 enemy UAVs and drone imitators.

War in Ukraine • August 31, 06:18 AM • 4710 views
SBU detained a Russian intelligence agent who spied on the Defense Forces in Donetsk regionPhoto

SBU counterintelligence detained a resident of Sviatohirsk who worked for Russian special services. The woman collected information about the Armed Forces of Ukraine for the militant "BARS-16".

Crimes and emergencies • August 30, 09:04 PM • 4470 views
Ihnat: F-16s worked to repel enemy attack on Ukraine tonight

Ukrainian aviation is increasing the number of F-16s, which have already been used to repel enemy attacks. Air Force spokesman Yuriy Ihnat confirmed their use tonight.

War in Ukraine • August 30, 09:00 AM • 51939 views
Damage to two Russian oil refineries: "Madyar" reported how much more production was "subtracted" from the RussiansVideo

Commander of the UAV Systems Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Robert Brovdi, reported on the damage to the Syzran and Krasnodar oil refineries. These plants produced 3% and 1.1% of fuel, respectively, leading to a gasoline shortage in certain regions of the Russian Federation.

War in Ukraine • August 30, 06:50 AM • 6902 views
Ukrainian drones hit two oil refineries in Russia - General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Ukraine's Defense Forces struck the Krasnodar and Syzran oil refineries on the night of August 30. These plants produce fuel for the Russian military.

War in Ukraine • August 30, 06:01 AM • 113379 views
On August 29, 172 battles were recorded at the front: in the Pokrovsk direction, Ukrainian defenders stopped 50 assaults

Over the past day, 172 combat engagements took place at the front. The occupiers suffered losses of 850 personnel, 6 tanks, and 47 artillery systems.

War in Ukraine • August 30, 05:45 AM • 6160 views
Almost five dozen artillery systems, tanks, and 850 soldiers: the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine announced enemy losses

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports on the losses of the Russian army over the past day, August 29. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 30.08.25 amount to over one million people.

War in Ukraine • August 30, 04:14 AM • 4743 views
Volunteer from Estonia dies in war in Ukraine

Colonel Rivo Meimer reported the death of Estonian volunteer Olev Roost, who fought as part of the 3rd Separate Special Operations Regiment of Ukraine. Roost became the fifth Estonian volunteer to die in Ukraine, having experience serving in Afghanistan and Mali.

War in Ukraine • August 29, 05:11 PM • 5483 views
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Expert on Defence City: a good start, but additional support tools are needed for critically important companies

The launch of Defence City is a positive step for Ukraine's defense industry, but expert Ihor Zhdanov emphasizes the need for separate support mechanisms for enterprises that produce critically important parts but do not meet formal criteria. He calls for a review of the status of aviation enterprises and consideration of the realities of war.

Economy • August 29, 02:32 PM • 102615 views
Action "Table of Remembrance": thousands of establishments and military units commemorate fallen defenders of UkrainePhotoVideo

On August 29, Ukraine celebrates the Day of Remembrance of Fallen Defenders. Thousands of establishments across Ukraine and abroad, as well as military units of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, joined the "Table of Remembrance" campaign, launched in 2023, reserving tables for fallen soldiers.

Society • August 29, 12:35 PM • 247041 views
Russian troops intensify attacks in Siversk direction - Zaporozhets spokesman

Russian troops have intensified attacks in the Siversk direction, using armored vehicles and FPV drones to pressure Ukrainian defenses. The enemy is trying to cut off the logistical routes of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and destroy them deep within.

War in Ukraine • August 29, 12:09 PM • 3089 views
General Staff confirmed the hit on an object in Bryansk region that supplies the Russian army with petroleum productsVideo

The Armed Forces of Ukraine hit a linear production station in the Bryansk region, which pumps diesel fuel for the Russian occupation forces. A fire was recorded at the facility.

War in Ukraine • August 29, 10:18 AM • 3190 views
Woman from Sviatohirsk passed data about the Armed Forces of Ukraine in Donetsk region to the enemy, she faces life imprisonmentPhoto

A resident of Sviatohirsk adjusted enemy fire on Ukrainian defenders in Donetsk region. She faces life imprisonment for treason.

War in Ukraine • August 29, 08:03 AM • 4073 views
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Enemy strike on Navy ship: death toll rises

Another crew member died as a result of a Russian strike on one of the Ukrainian Navy ships. The total number of dead has risen to two people.

War in Ukraine • August 29, 06:38 AM • 106479 views
Artist and soldier Kyrylo Hryniov died in the war

Ukrainian artist Kyrylo Hryniov, a volunteer since February 2022, died at the front. He belonged to the art association "P.E.P.", was wounded in 2023, and his brother went missing in the spring of 2024.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 09:56 PM • 3390 views
Syrskyi discussed the tense situation in eastern Ukraine with Norwegian Commander-in-Chief Kristoffersen

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi discussed the frontline situation with his Norwegian counterpart Eirik Kristoffersen, focusing on the Lyman, Dobropillia, Pokrovsk, and Novopavlivka directions. Syrskyi emphasized the need to strengthen air defense and artillery to protect cities.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 07:22 PM • 4098 views
Ukrainian drones hit over 900 targets in 24 hours - SBS CommandPhoto

The Ukrainian Armed Forces' Unmanned Systems Forces hit over 900 enemy targets on August 27-28. 191 personnel, 33 vehicles, 27 motorcycles, 20 artillery systems, 6 tanks, and 4 armored vehicles were destroyed.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 05:52 PM • 4745 views
Poland invites Ukrainian commander Robert Brovdi after Hungary's entry ban

Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski invited Robert Brovdi, commander of the Ukrainian Armed Forces' Unmanned Systems Forces, to Poland for a vacation. This happened after Hungary banned Brovdi from entering the Schengen area.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 04:45 PM • 4787 views
The number of war crimes committed by the Russian army has already exceeded 178,000 - Prosecutor General Kravchenko held a meeting of law enforcement heads

Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko emphasized the need to document and investigate these crimes for the International Criminal Court.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 02:16 PM • 3379 views
Pletenchuk: Russians struck Ukrainian Navy ship, one killed

Russian occupiers hit one of the Ukrainian Navy ships, resulting in the death of one crew member and injuries. The aftermath of the attack is being dealt with, and several military sailors are being searched for.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 12:11 PM • 13211 views
General Staff confirmed damage to Afipsky and Kuibyshev oil refineries and occupiers' ammunition and logistics depots

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed damage to the Afipsky and Kuibyshev oil refineries, as well as ammunition depots and logistics facilities of the Russian Federation. The attacks took place on the night of August 28, 2025.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 07:35 AM • 9195 views
In Ukraine, men up to and including 22 years old are allowed to travel abroad - government decree

Starting tomorrow, men aged 18 to 22 inclusive can travel abroad. This is stipulated by a new government decree.

Society • August 27, 12:29 PM • 94782 views
In Kharkiv region, Russia has no success in advancing deep into Ukraine - Demchenko

In Sumy region, Russian attacks by small infantry groups have decreased, the enemy failed to advance deep. In Kharkiv region, the enemy also has no success in advancing, attacks continue in Vovchansk and Stroivka.

War in Ukraine • August 27, 11:13 AM • 69849 views
Ukrainian drones paralyzed the work of oil refineries, Russia is experiencing a fuel collapse - AP

Many Russian cities and regions are experiencing fuel shortages after Ukrainian drone attacks on oil refineries. Authorities are introducing fuel rationing, prices are rising, and drivers are queuing for kilometers.

War in Ukraine • August 27, 08:38 AM • 6997 views
Only prison: Rada wants to abolish suspended sentences for military personnel for insubordination

Deputies propose to abolish softer sentences for military personnel for insubordination, providing only for 5 to 10 years in prison. Bill No. 13452 will also prohibit suspended sentences and exemption from administrative responsibility for a number of offenses.

Society • August 27, 07:41 AM • 8406 views
Losses of over UAH 248 million: those involved in abuses in the defense sector will be prosecuted in Ukraine

12 people involved in abuses in the defense sector will be prosecuted in Ukraine. Among the suspects are the former head of the Procurement Department of the Ministry of Defense and commanders of military units.

Society • August 27, 07:39 AM • 3685 views
74 out of 95 enemy drones neutralized over Ukraine

Ukrainian air defense forces neutralized 74 out of 95 Shahed drones and decoys launched by the Russian Federation overnight. 21 drones hit 9 locations in the north, south, and east of the country.

War in Ukraine • August 27, 06:19 AM • 3359 views
Over half of the battles are in three directions: General Staff mapPhoto

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported 173 combat engagements over the past day, most of which took place in the Pokrovsk, Lyman, and Novopavlivka directions. Ukrainian units hit six areas of enemy personnel and equipment concentration.

War in Ukraine • August 27, 05:50 AM • 4882 views
Russian army lost another 920 soldiers in the war against Ukraine – General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Over the past day, August 26, the Russian army lost 920 servicemen, a tank, and 45 artillery systems. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 27.08.25 amount to over 1 million personnel.

War in Ukraine • August 27, 04:34 AM • 5355 views