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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 troops launched a missile strike on a training unit of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, one killed and 11 wounded reported - Ground Forces

Russian troops attacked a training unit of the Armed Forces of Ukraine with missiles. One killed, 11 wounded, and another 12 sought medical assistance.

War in Ukraine • August 12, 06:06 AM • 22066 views
Enemy losses: Russians lost 980 soldiers and 26 artillery systems in a day

On August 11, Russian troops lost 980 soldiers, 5 tanks, and 26 artillery systems. The total combat losses of the enemy from 24.02.22 to 12.08.25 amount to over a million personnel.

War in Ukraine • August 12, 04:51 AM • 3223 views
Syrskyi: AFU successfully advancing in Sumy direction

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi reported on the successes of the AFU in the Sumy direction and the liberation of Ukrainian territories. Each brigade will receive an additional 7 million UAH per battalion participating in combat operations.

War in Ukraine • August 12, 04:28 AM • 3724 views
The most intense battles continue in the Pokrovsk and Dobropillia directions: the situation on the Eastern Front

The fiercest battles continue in the Dobropillia and Pokrovsk directions. Russian troops are trying to break through in small groups, but Ukrainian defenders quickly destroy them.

War in Ukraine • August 11, 08:51 PM • 3732 views
The Armed Forces of Ukraine attacked the command post of the 85th brigade of the Russian Armed Forces and eliminated its commander in occupied Donetsk region

The Defense Forces of Ukraine struck the command post of the 85th separate motorized rifle brigade of the Russian Armed Forces in Donetsk region. The brigade commander with the call sign "Dnepr" and five operational officers were eliminated.

War in Ukraine • August 11, 06:45 PM • 3962 views
In the north, the Defense Forces are moving to counter-offensive actions - AFU officer

Ukrainian military personnel are stabilizing the situation in the north and moving to counter-offensive actions. AFU officer Andriy Tkachuk stated that there is no physical threat to Kherson.

War in Ukraine • August 11, 01:15 PM • 13021 views
Can Russia transfer another 100,000 troops to the Pokrovsk direction - answer of a Ukrainian Armed Forces officer

According to Ukrainian Armed Forces officer Andriy Tkachuk, there are already over 110,000 Russian troops in the Pokrovsk direction. An additional transfer of forces would lead to a weakening of other sections of the front.

War in Ukraine • August 11, 12:39 PM • 5706 views
Russian Federation launches full-scale offensive in Dobropillia direction – AFU officer

Russian troops have launched a full-scale offensive in the Dobropillia direction, penetrating the AFU's defense and forming a "gray zone. " The situation in the Pokrovsk direction remains very difficult, with the enemy fighting for Rodynske.

War in Ukraine • August 11, 12:10 PM • 6286 views
The use of robotic systems for evacuating the wounded should be scaled up - Syrskyi

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi emphasized the need to scale up the use of ground robotic systems for evacuating the wounded. He also called for improving the provision of armored and evacuation vehicles to medical units.

War in Ukraine • August 11, 12:02 PM • 4689 views
She spied on Ukrainian Armed Forces army aviation airfields: SBU detained an enemy agent in Lviv regionPhoto

An informant who spied on Ukrainian Armed Forces army aviation airfields has been detained in Lviv region. The woman installed hidden video cameras to track helicopter movements.

War in Ukraine • August 11, 10:30 AM • 11116 views
Over 20 occupiers killed, including commander and chief of staff: Ukrainian Armed Forces aviation destroyed Russian command post in Kherson region

The Air Force of the Ukrainian Armed Forces struck a command post of Russian occupiers in Oleshky, Kherson region. Over 20 servicemen were killed, including the commander and chief of staff.

Society • August 10, 02:00 PM • 6786 views
General Staff confirmed UAV hit on oil refinery in Saratov

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed a UAV strike on the Saratov Oil Refinery. Explosions and a fire were recorded at the enterprise.

War in Ukraine • August 10, 11:38 AM • 4865 views
Defense Forces liberated Bezsalivka in Sumy region

The Armed Forces of Ukraine have completely cleared the village of Bezsalivka in Sumy region of Russian troops. The operation was carried out by assault regiment and battalion units of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, eliminating 18 occupiers.

War in Ukraine • August 10, 08:18 AM • 78106 views
Ukrainian air defense destroyed 70 enemy UAVs and decoy drones overnight - Air Force

On the night of August 10, the enemy attacked Ukraine with 100 attack UAVs and decoy drones. Defense forces shot down 70 enemy targets, and 30 UAVs were recorded hitting frontline regions.

War in Ukraine • August 10, 05:32 AM • 5354 views
Orest Drymalovsky became the new spokesperson for the Ministry of Defense: what is known about him

Orest Drymalovsky, a serviceman and journalist, has been appointed spokesperson for the Ministry of Defense. He defended Ukraine in Donetsk region and was awarded the "Cross of Valor" medal.

Society • August 9, 01:00 PM • 5307 views
"Iskander-K" and 16 drones neutralized over Ukraine during Russia's night attack

On the night of August 9, the enemy attacked Ukraine with 47 attack UAVs and two "Iskander-K" missiles. Defense forces neutralized an "Iskander-K" missile and 16 enemy UAVs in the north and east of the country.

War in Ukraine • August 9, 06:23 AM • 4016 views
Transmitted strategically important defense data to Russians: Kramatorsk utility worker sentenced to 15 years

A utility company employee from Kramatorsk was sentenced to 15 years for treason. He transmitted data to the FSB about a strategically important defense line in Donetsk region.

War in Ukraine • August 8, 11:19 PM • 4957 views
The President's Office commented on conflicts between civilians and TCC

Deputy Head of the President's Office Iryna Vereshchuk commented on conflicts between civilians and TCC. She condemned physical confrontations, emphasizing that TCC is part of the country's defense capability.

Society • August 8, 09:56 PM • 36578 views
How long will UAV operators serve and what will they receive under the new contract: The Ministry of Defense announced detailsPhoto

The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has introduced a new two-year contract for drone system operators with a monthly payment of 120,000 UAH. It provides for mandatory participation in combat operations for at least 12 months and 4 months of training.

Society • August 8, 11:19 AM • 3875 views
Combat medic "Mary" died at the front: details of her life and featPhoto

Junior sergeant "Mary", a combat medic of the 3rd Separate Assault Brigade, died on August 7, 2025, during an enemy drone attack. She was a historian, a scout, worked in a museum, and had a 15-year-old daughter.

Society • August 8, 08:39 AM • 16341 views
Ukrainian military group "Khortytsia" renamed to "Dnipro"

Since August 8, the operational-strategic group of troops "Khortytsia" has been officially renamed to "Dnipro". The name change is part of an internal reorganization and does not affect the structure or tasks.

War in Ukraine • August 8, 08:17 AM • 4129 views
Record from the Sky: The Armed Forces of Ukraine Destroyed 50,000 Enemy DronesPhoto

The Ukrainian Defense Forces have eliminated 50,000 enemy operational-tactical UAVs. This is a new record in terms of the scale of destruction and the professionalism of Ukrainian air defense.

War in Ukraine • August 8, 07:07 AM • 3917 views
82 out of 108 Russian drones neutralized over Ukraine, including 3 jet-powered ones

On the night of August 8, the enemy attacked Ukraine with 108 aerial assault weapons. 82 aerial targets were neutralized, including 79 "Shaheds".

War in Ukraine • August 8, 05:14 AM • 4702 views
We did the incredible: Syrskyi on the Kursk operation

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi spoke about the success of the Kursk operation, which boosted the morale of the military. This operation allowed for the replacement of combat brigades and ensured their training.

War in Ukraine • August 7, 07:40 PM • 3872 views
The war must end in a way that is beneficial to us - Syrskyi

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi stated that Ukraine must win, and the war must end on Ukrainian terms. He emphasized the need to destroy the enemy and inflict losses on them.

War in Ukraine • August 7, 07:11 PM • 7169 views
"Balance is becoming more attractive": Zelenskyy held a meeting on deepstrikes and received reports on the scale of damage in Russia

President Zelenskyy held a meeting on "deepstrikes," where the scale of damage in Russia was discussed. Priorities for further strikes and defense production were identified.

War in Ukraine • August 7, 11:24 AM • 3484 views
89 out of 112 drones neutralized during Russia's night attack on Ukraine

On the night of August 7, Ukraine repelled an attack of 112 Shahed-type UAVs and imitators, neutralizing 89 enemy targets. 23 drones were recorded hitting 11 locations.

War in Ukraine • August 7, 06:09 AM • 2835 views
Satellite images showed the aftermath of the AFU strike on the Shahed launch base in Primorsko-AkhtarskVideo

This airfield is used for launching Iranian Shahed drones against Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • August 6, 02:05 PM • 15200 views
The enemy seeks to take control of the islands: Russia has increased the number of assault operations in the Kherson direction - Voloshyn

Russian troops have significantly increased the number of assault operations in the Kherson direction, especially in the island zone. The enemy seeks to take control of the islands to get closer to the Dnipro and land on the right bank.

War in Ukraine • August 6, 01:48 PM • 3304 views
Electrician from Myrnohrad helped Rashists break through to Pokrovsk, he was detained by the SBU

The SBU exposed and detained a 34-year-old electrician from Myrnohrad who was transmitting data about Ukrainian military personnel near Pokrovsk to the Russians. His information could have helped the occupiers in their offensive on the city, but the SBU timely stopped the agent, preventing the use of the data for strikes.

War in Ukraine • August 6, 11:25 AM • 4063 views