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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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Over the past day, the Ukrainian Armed Forces eliminated 1,440 occupiers and destroyed 9 tanks and 70 artillery systemsPhoto

Over the past day, Ukraine's defense forces eliminated 1,440 Russian military personnel. Also destroyed were 9 tanks, 70 artillery systems, and 453 units of automotive equipment.

War in Ukraine • July 26, 03:50 AM • 26096 views
In the russian federation, they complain about the high accuracy of new AGM-188A cruise missiles, which are likely used by the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Russian military and analysts have begun to complain about the high accuracy of the new American AGM-188A Rusty Dagger cruise missiles. These missiles are likely being used by the Defense Forces of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • July 26, 01:40 AM • 15245 views
Ministry of Defense will force TCC to use body cameras - People's DeputyPhoto

TCC must store video recordings from body cameras for 90 days, their shutdown during mobilization measures is prohibited.

Society • July 25, 03:21 PM • 65388 views
Fighters of "Azov" defeated the offensive of two Russian armies and a tank division, videoVideo

On July 22, Russian occupiers, with the forces of the 8th and 41st armies, as well as the 90th tank division, carried out an assault in the area of responsibility of the 1st corps of the National Guard of Ukraine "Azov". The assault was repelled, 7 tanks, 6 armored fighting vehicles, 1 "Grad" multiple rocket launcher, and 1 "Tornado-S" multiple rocket launcher were destroyed.

War in Ukraine • July 25, 01:21 PM • 16272 views
OSINT analysts reported a fire on the territory of a military unit in Engels after a night attackPhoto

In Engels, after a night attack, a fire broke out on the territory of a probable military unit. OSINT analysts from ASTRA geolocated the ignition site near a military airfield.

News of the World • July 25, 04:28 AM • 4235 views
"Let every decision bring Ukraine closer to peace" - Syrskyi handed over the powers of Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine to Drapatyi

Oleksandr Syrskyi officially handed over the powers of Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine to Major General Mykhailo Drapatyi. He wished the new leadership wise decisions and Ukraine's progress toward peace.

War in Ukraine • July 24, 05:34 PM • 3199 views
Air defense, drones, and eliminating excessive bureaucracy - Drapatyi named priorities as Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Mykhailo Drapatyi defined priorities: air defense, drones, and eliminating bureaucracy. He was introduced by acting Minister of Defense Yevhenii Khmara.

War in Ukraine • July 24, 04:47 PM • 3663 views
Zelenskyy: course of action determined in response to Russian terror after russian strikes, including on Kyiv region and the maritime corridor

President Zelenskyy held a meeting with the military regarding the response to Russian terror. A course of action has been determined to protect cities and the maritime corridor.

War in Ukraine • July 24, 02:14 PM • 2847 views
Ihnat reminded about the ban on mass events in the Armed Forces due to the security situation

Spokesperson of the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Yurii Ihnat stated about the ban on public events in the military due to security. He emphasized the need for civilians to comply with security requirements in wartime conditions.

War in Ukraine • July 24, 12:24 PM • 21308 views
"Madyar" confirmed the targeting of another 19 energy nodes within the operation "Crimean Switch Off" - showed videoVideo

Commander of the UAV Systems of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Robert Brovdi confirmed the destruction of 19 energy nodes on July 23-24. In total, since the start of the operation "Crimean Switch Off," 136 energy targets have been destroyed.

War in Ukraine • July 24, 11:01 AM • 6077 views
In Donetsk region, occupiers shot a captured Ukrainian soldier, investigation launched - prosecutor's office

On July 13, Russian troops captured and shot a Ukrainian defender near the village of Yalta. The prosecutor's office launched an investigation into the war crime.

War in Ukraine • July 24, 09:38 AM • 5586 views
Ukrainian Navy received the right to command NATO forces for the first time in historyPhoto

A unit of the Ukrainian Navy Armed Forces successfully passed NEL-2 evaluation according to NATO standards. Ukraine gained the ability to command multinational forces of the Alliance.

War in Ukraine • July 24, 08:59 AM • 4329 views
In Bila Tserkva, unknown individuals beat a man and filmed it - police have launched an investigationVideo

Law enforcement officers discovered a video of unlawful actions by unknown individuals on social media. The incident has been registered, and the circumstances are being established.

Society • July 24, 08:08 AM • 4370 views
Ukraine's Defense Forces struck a parking lot of military fuel tankers of the occupiers in Luhansk – ATESH

On the night of July 23, a strike was carried out on a parking lot of fuel tankers in Luhansk. The equipment was unable to depart to supply a Russian brigade on the Donetsk direction.

War in Ukraine • July 24, 04:44 AM • 34851 views
The General Staff reported hitting a tanker with Russian oil and a pontoon bridge in Donetsk region

On the night of July 23, units of the Defense Forces struck a tanker in the Black Sea, a pontoon bridge in Donetsk region, and a concentration of personnel in Horlivka.

War in Ukraine • July 23, 04:30 PM • 2931 views
Zelenskyy announces personnel reset in the Armed Forces of Ukraine

President Zelenskyy announced a future personnel reset in the army. He expects proposals from the new Commander-in-Chief Mykhailo Drapatyi.

War in Ukraine • July 23, 02:43 PM • 6682 views
The Ministry of Defense codified the unique all-wheel drive motorcycle MUL.E

The Ministry of Defense has authorized the use of the first all-wheel drive electric motorcycle MUL. E in the Armed Forces of Ukraine. It has high mine resistance and can serve as a generator for a unit.

War in Ukraine • July 23, 12:19 PM • 4118 views
Syrskyi and Hnatov remain alongside the new command - Zelenskyy

President Zelenskyy reported that former Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi and General Andrii Hnatov will continue to be involved in the army's work. They will pass on their experience to the new leadership and participate in decision-making.

War in Ukraine • July 23, 12:14 PM • 3812 views
Ukraine may receive laser weapons against drones within a few months - the Armed Forces of Ukraine revealed details

Ukrainian manufacturers are already creating laser systems capable of striking drones. The Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine stated that such systems will appear in the coming months.

War in Ukraine • July 23, 09:52 AM • 20408 views
Russian losses per day: almost one and a half thousand soldiers and over 1,600 UAVs

On July 22, Russian troops lost 1,460 military personnel and 1,688 drones. Total losses from 24.02.22 to 23.07.26 amount to 1,434,690 people.

War in Ukraine • July 23, 04:33 AM • 4667 views
Khmara agreed with Drapatyi to "be honest with each other" and work to end the war on Ukraine's terms

Acting Minister of Defense Yevhenii Khmara stated that he has an agreement with the new Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Mykhailo Drapatyi, to be honest. They are working on practical steps to end the war on Ukraine's terms.

War in Ukraine • July 22, 01:03 PM • 3395 views
The OP has published decrees appointing Drapaty as Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, and Skybyuk as Chief of the General Staff

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed decrees appointing Mykhailo Drapaty as Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Ihor Skybyuk became Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • July 22, 12:12 PM • 3865 views
Drapatyi announced that he has assumed the duties of Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Mykhailo Drapatyi announced the start of his duties as Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Major General Ihor Skybyuk has been appointed Chief of the General Staff.

War in Ukraine • July 22, 10:44 AM • 30692 views
"Madyar" confirmed strikes on 13 targets as part of "MoLoChKa" operation to target Russia's shadow fleet and not only

Commander of the Unmanned Systems Forces Robert Brovdi reported hitting 13 targets within the framework of the "MoLoChKa" operation, and not only.

War in Ukraine • July 22, 06:00 AM • 6610 views
Russian troops lost 1,330 soldiers and 1,610 UAVs in a day

Over the day of July 21, Russian troops lost 1,330 military personnel and 1,610 drones. Total losses since the beginning of the war amount to over 1.4 million people.

War in Ukraine • July 22, 04:44 AM • 4232 views
"This is new air and new hope": Fedorov congratulated Drapatyi on his appointment as Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Former Minister of Defense Mykhailo Fedorov congratulated Mykhailo Drapatyi on his appointment as Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, calling it new air and hope. He also thanked former Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi for the defense of Kyiv region and the Kharkiv operation.

War in Ukraine • July 21, 09:19 PM • 49557 views
I will work responsibly, with focus and respect for the people who are defending our state today - Drapatyi

Newly appointed Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Mykhailo Drapatyi expressed gratitude to the President and the Minister of Defense. He promised to work responsibly and with respect for the defenders of the state.

Politics • July 21, 08:32 PM • 6214 views
Zelenskyy offered Fedorov a "worthy position in the government"

President Zelenskyy offered Mykhailo Fedorov a position that will unite the technological component of the state. People's Deputy Zheleznyak suggests that this could be a Deputy Prime Minister for military tech or an Advisor to the President.

Politics • July 21, 08:00 PM • 5568 views
Mykhailo Drapatyi will become the new Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine - ZelenskyyVideo

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the appointment of Mykhailo Drapatyi as the new Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

Politics • July 21, 07:40 PM • 45606 views
Zelenskyy held a meeting with Fedorov today - OP

Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Mykhailo Fedorov. Details of the meeting are currently unknown.

Society • July 21, 06:12 PM • 11506 views