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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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Is demobilization possible now: opinion of a member of the Verkhovna Rada Committee on National Security

People's Deputy Venislavskyi stated that there are currently no grounds to talk about demobilization due to the difficult situation at the front. The Verkhovna Rada is working on additional leave for the military.

War in Ukraine • June 11, 07:00 AM • 106694 views
The occupiers still have several settlements on the way to Dnipropetrovsk region - Voloshyn

The spokesman of the Southern Defense Forces of Ukraine, Vladislav Voloshyn, stated that the occupiers cannot reach the borders of the Dnipropetrovsk region. They are restrained by Zelene Pole and Vilne Pole.

War in Ukraine • June 10, 05:25 PM • 4030 views
Amputated limbs, vision problems, abscesses: the Coordination Headquarters spoke about the injuries and diseases of the defenders released from captivity

A group of soldiers with amputations, vision problems and other serious health problems have been returned to Ukraine. They will be provided with all the necessary medical assistance and rehabilitation.

War in Ukraine • June 10, 03:57 PM • 10402 views
"Ukraine has not forgotten us...": the first emotions of the released Ukrainian prisoners on their native land

The first stage of the exchange of prisoners took place, among whom were seriously wounded and seriously ill soldiers of the Armed Forces, the National Guard and other units. All those released need treatment and rehabilitation.

War in Ukraine • June 10, 03:45 PM • 3844 views
The next stage of the release of Ukrainian prisoners will be carried out in the near future - Coordination Headquarters

The Coordination Headquarters announced the preparation of a new stage of the release of Ukrainian prisoners of war. A large exchange is underway, the details of which will be announced later for security reasons.

War in Ukraine • June 10, 03:09 PM • 3358 views
Returned severely wounded and wounded soldiers: Zelenskyy announced the second stage of the prisoner exchange

Another stage of the prisoner exchange between Ukraine and Russia, agreed upon in Istanbul, has taken place. Soldiers from various units of the Defense Forces have returned home.

War in Ukraine • June 10, 02:49 PM • 2994 views
Tonight, the Russians attacked Kyiv with "Shaheds" filled with shrapnel - Ignat

During the night attack on Kyiv, the enemy used drones with shrapnel. Yuriy Ignat called not to stand near windows during alarms due to the large radius of damage of the elements.

Society • June 10, 12:27 PM • 2806 views
France offered Ukraine new options for financing weapons: details from the Ministry of Defense

The French delegation offered Ukraine options for financing the supply of weapons and military equipment. Ukraine is looking for additional funds to purchase weapons.

Society • June 10, 08:07 AM • 80650 views
277 out of 315 launched Russian drones and all 7 ballistic and cruise missiles were neutralized over Ukraine

Overnight on June 10, the Russian Federation attacked Ukraine with 322 aerial targets, including Shahed kamikaze drones and missiles. Air defense systems destroyed 284 means, but hits were recorded in 11 locations.

War in Ukraine • June 10, 06:27 AM • 3540 views
There are no enemy ships in the Black and Azov Seas - Navy

According to the Ukrainian Navy, as of 6 a. m. on June 10, 2025, no enemy ships were recorded in the Black and Azov Seas. There is a "Kalibr" carrier in the Mediterranean Sea.

War in Ukraine • June 10, 04:09 AM • 3809 views
SBS AFU showed a video of the destruction of an ammunition depot of the occupiers by an air strike

Fighters of the "Flying Skull" battalion discovered a cluster of occupiers unloading ammunition. The air force launched a precise strike, destroying the warehouse and personnel of the enemy.

Society • June 9, 02:51 PM • 4205 views
Misappropriated over UAH 12 million: former head of military logistics department suspected of unjustified asset acquisition

Former official did not confirm the legality of 14 plots in Kyiv region, apartments, cars and bonds. During the search, weapons were found, he faces up to 10 years.

Crimes and emergencies • June 9, 02:15 PM • 2859 views
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How to plan summer vacation for a child during the war: psychologist's advice

Psychologist Kateryna Kononova told how to adapt summer vacation for children during the war. It is important to create a safe environment for the child's recovery and development.

Society • June 9, 12:50 PM • 395446 views
The occupiers have intensified attacks on Sumy Oblast: ten civilians wounded, including a pregnant woman - RMA

The Russians have intensified attacks on Sumy region, carrying out almost 90 shellings in a day. Ten civilians were injured, including a pregnant woman, whose condition is stable.

War in Ukraine • June 9, 12:49 PM • 2582 views
Prisoner exchange: Ombudsman Lubinets showed an emotional video of the return of soldiers

Dmytro Lubinets shared footage of the prisoner exchange. Among those released are defenders of Mariupol, soldiers of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the National Guard, and border guards who had been in captivity since 2022.

Society • June 9, 12:29 PM • 2678 views
The main strike of the Russian Federation at night was aimed at one of the operational airfields - Ignat

On the night of June 8-9, Russia launched a massive attack on Ukraine, focusing its main strike on one of the operational airfields. Air defense forces repelled the attack of drones and missiles.

War in Ukraine • June 9, 08:42 AM • 2917 views
"Contract 18-24": how many brigades have already joined and how long does it take to train new fighters

The "Contract 18-24" project is valid in Ukraine for citizens aged 18-24 with a payment of UAH 2 million. The article lists the brigades, conditions and stages of training of new recruits.

Society • June 9, 08:00 AM • 262129 views
General Staff confirmed the hit of aircraft at the "Savasleika" airfield in Russia: likely MiG-31 and Su-30/34

Units of the Special Operations Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, in cooperation with other defense forces, struck the "Savasleika" airfield, from where MiG-31K aircraft with "Kinzhal" missiles take off. Two aircraft were hit.

War in Ukraine • June 9, 06:55 AM • 47932 views
Damage to the "Progress" plant in Cheboksary: the CCD told about its importance

The "Progress" plant, which produces components for the "Iskander" missile systems, has stopped working after the strike. They produced guidance systems, flight control and modules for missiles.

War in Ukraine • June 9, 06:46 AM • 3881 views
AFU: almost a thousand occupiers, 4 tanks and dozens of artillery systems eliminated per day

Over the past day, Ukrainian defenders eliminated 970 Russian soldiers, and also destroyed 4 tanks and 42 artillery systems. The most difficult situation at the front is currently observed in the Pokrovsky and Lyman directions.

War in Ukraine • June 9, 04:58 AM • 3352 views
Russians are attacking Ukraine with ударні БпЛА, air defense is working in Kyiv and the region

In the evening of June 8, the movement of enemy ударні БпЛА was recorded in many regions. Air defense is actively working in Kyiv and the region, residents are urged to take shelter.

War in Ukraine • June 8, 08:56 PM • 4642 views
Zelenskyy: Pokrovsk and Lyman directions are the hottest at the front

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the most difficult situation is currently in the Pokrovsk and Lyman directions. The defense forces are doing everything possible to restrain the enemy and prevent them from advancing.

War in Ukraine • June 8, 05:57 PM • 3816 views
There are no grounds for evacuation from Sumy: the situation on the border is under the control of the Armed Forces of Ukraine - Grygorov

The Sumy Regional authorities state that the situation on the border is tense, but controlled. Evacuation from Sumy is not planned, despite the spread of false information.

War in Ukraine • June 8, 03:20 PM • 4453 views
Russia wants to capture Lyman, bypasses it and tries to occupy key heights - military

The Russians are aiming to capture Lyman in Donetsk Oblast, bypassing the city and attempting to seize key high ground. The offensive in the Lyman direction has been ongoing for a year, with the Russians employing aviation and drones.

War in Ukraine • June 8, 09:14 AM • 9444 views
Defense forces shot down 40 drones out of 49

On the night of June 8, Russian troops attacked Ukraine with 49 Shahed-type drones and other UAVs. Defense forces shot down 40 enemy drones in the east, south, north and center of the country.

War in Ukraine • June 8, 06:15 AM • 4436 views
Currently, there are no enemy ships in the Black and Azov Seas. In the Mediterranean, the Russians maintain three missile carriers – Navy.

As of June 8, 2025, no enemy ships were recorded in the Black and Azov Seas. There are 3 enemy ships in the Mediterranean Sea, one of which is a missile carrier.

War in Ukraine • June 8, 03:22 AM • 4099 views
Family conflict of interest. The father of NABU top official Skomarov has a Russian passport, and his sister was involved in the case of the "king of contraband"

Family conflict of interest. The father of NABU top official Skomarov has a Russian passport, and his sister was involved in the case of the "king of contraband".

Politics • June 7, 08:32 AM • 3855 views
167 out of 206 drones and 7 out of 9 missiles were neutralized over Ukraine during the Russian attack

At night, Russia launched 206 drones and 9 missiles at Ukraine. Ukrainian air defense forces shot down 167 drones and 7 missiles, and hits and falling debris were recorded in 17 locations.

War in Ukraine • June 7, 06:31 AM • 4124 views
1120 infantrymen, 15 tanks and a helicopter: General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine published the enemy's losses per day at the front

Over the past day, Ukrainian defenders destroyed 1120 Russian soldiers, 15 tanks and one helicopter. The total losses of the enemy reached almost one million people.

War in Ukraine • June 7, 05:39 AM • 4167 views
The Minister of Defense of France announced the joint production of UAVs in Ukraine

A French car manufacturing company will join forces with a defense SME to produce drones in Ukraine. They will be manufactured for the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the French army.

War in Ukraine • June 7, 12:49 AM • 5151 views