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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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The Armed Forces of Ukraine showed the destruction of the latest Russian electronic warfare system "Borisoglebsk-2" from a distance of 70 kilometers

SBS operators, in cooperation with other units, discovered and destroyed the RB-301B Borisoglebsk-2 electronic warfare station of the Russian Armed Forces at a distance of 70 km. The loss of such a station is significant for the Russian army.

War in Ukraine • May 31, 03:06 AM • 31992 views
russia increases the number of personnel and weapons production - GUR

Intelligence reported on the increase of personnel by Russia, strikes on cities and weapons production. Ukraine needs investments in the defense industry, air defense equipment and long-range weapons.

War in Ukraine • May 30, 06:14 PM • 3770 views
The Armed Forces of Ukraine do not have anti-drone nets in the Kharkiv and Sumy regions - Zhorin

According to Maksym Zhorin, proper attention is not being paid to the problem of anti-drone nets in the border areas. Outside the area of responsibility of the units, there are none, although FPV drones reach 40 km.

Society • May 30, 03:50 PM • 10450 views
A fighter from "Birds of Magyar" destroyed a Russian "Grad" system with 40 rockets of ammunition with one drone: an impressive video

A drone operator from the 414th Brigade "Birds of Magyar" accurately destroyed a Russian Grad MLRS with a full ammunition load of 40 rockets. The enemy equipment was completely wiped out.

Society • May 30, 02:47 PM • 16612 views
Clash between civilians and representatives of the TCC in Kamianets-Podilskyi: the military law enforcement service was instructed to investigate

The military law enforcement service of the Armed Forces of Ukraine is investigating the incident in Kamianets-Podilskyi, where a clash occurred between representatives of the TCC and civilians. During the incident, soldiers and civilians were injured.

War in Ukraine • May 30, 01:05 PM • 4285 views
All attempts by the Russians to cross the Vovcha River are futile, the Defense Forces are not giving them a single chance - Lyzogub

Russian troops storm the positions of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the Vovchansk direction up to 10 times a day, but unsuccessfully try to cross the Vovcha River. The Armed Forces of Ukraine control logistics and repel attempts to cross.

War in Ukraine • May 30, 12:47 PM • 2854 views
Statements by Russian war correspondents that the occupiers almost started moving towards Kharkiv are a lie: the National Security and Defense Council clarified the situation

The Russians are conducting reconnaissance by fighting in small groups in the north of Kharkiv region. Information about the preparation of an offensive on Kharkiv is not true.

War in Ukraine • May 30, 12:18 PM • 2419 views
The Cabinet of Ministers has made changes to the reservation: who it concerns

The government has updated the rules for reserving those liable for military service, especially those who protect facilities of the fuel and energy complex. The volume of reservation has also been increased for enterprises that provide for the needs of the Armed Forces.

War in Ukraine • May 30, 10:42 AM • 2759 views
Clash between locals and representatives of the TCR in Kamianets-Podilskyi: the recruitment center issued a new statement

The Khmelnytskyi TCR reported a clash in Kamianets-Podilskyi between local residents and the TCR. 12 similar cases were recorded, accompanied by aggression and property damage.

Society • May 30, 09:00 AM • 52304 views
Situation in Sumy region: the enemy is trying to advance, there is a certain "gray zone", evacuation is actively underway - RMA

Enemy offensives continue in Sumy region, the Armed Forces are repelling attacks. People are being evacuated from 18 front-line communities in four districts, more than 500 people have been evacuated in a week.

War in Ukraine • May 30, 06:54 AM • 35898 views
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine: In May, with the help of drones, the Defense Forces destroyed more than 89,000 enemy targets

In May, more than 89,000 enemy targets were hit and destroyed with the help of drones. The enemy is copying the experience of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and is actively scaling up its unmanned units.

War in Ukraine • May 30, 06:49 AM • 2504 views
Russian losses since the beginning of 2025 exceeded 190,000 people - Syrskyi

Since the beginning of 2025, Russian occupation forces have lost over 190,000 soldiers. This was announced by General Oleksandr Syrskyi, noting the effective work of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • May 30, 06:24 AM • 2645 views
Two-thirds of the fighting is in three directions: map from the General Staff

Over the past day, 173 battles took place at the front, most of them in the Pokrovsk direction. The enemy launched missile and air strikes, and shelled the positions of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • May 30, 06:04 AM • 2339 views
Russia attacked Ukraine with 2 ballistic missiles and 90 drones: 56 UAVs were neutralized

Overnight, Russia attacked Ukraine with 90 Shahed-type attack UAVs and two Iskander-M/KN-23 ballistic missiles. Air defense forces neutralized 56 enemy UAVs in the east, south, and north of the country.

War in Ukraine • May 30, 05:19 AM • 2698 views
There are no enemy ships in the Black and Azov Seas - Navy

As of 06:00 on May 30, no enemy ships were recorded in the Black and Azov Seas. There are 3 enemy ships in the Mediterranean Sea, one of which has "Caliber" missiles.

War in Ukraine • May 30, 03:44 AM • 3232 views
"One shot - one less gun, one volley - one less enemy equipment": artillerymen showed their work against the enemy at the front

The 43rd Brigade showed how they destroy enemy D-20 guns, ammunition depots and armored vehicles in positions. Ukrainian artillery works 24/7, delivering precise strikes against the enemy.

War in Ukraine • May 30, 02:52 AM • 3634 views
In Kamianets-Podilskyi, about 100 people blocked a vehicle of the Territorial Recruitment Center (TCC), a scuffle broke out: what is known

A mass brawl occurred in Kamianets-Podilskyi between locals, the Territorial Recruitment Center (TCC), and the police. According to media reports, the conflict arose due to an incident involving the forced detention of a man.

Society • May 29, 09:42 PM • 6016 views
"Baton Optic": new drones have started to be produced in Ukraine

The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has codified and admitted new Ukrainian unmanned aerial systems "Baton Optic" to operation in the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The drone is capable of hitting tactical vehicles, positions and ammunition depots.

War in Ukraine • May 29, 01:48 PM • 6876 views
Russian troops are stuck on the Oskol: the Armed Forces do not allow the enemy to build pontoon bridges to create a real threat to Kupyansk

The Russians are storming Vovchansk in small groups, trying to gain a foothold on the Oskol. The Armed Forces of Ukraine are thwarting their attempts to build crossings, complicating logistics and the threat to Kupyansk.

War in Ukraine • May 29, 10:21 AM • 3622 views
56 out of 90 Russian drones launched were neutralized over Ukraine

On the night of May 29, Russia attacked Ukraine with 90 Shahed-type strike UAVs, 56 of which were neutralized. Hits were recorded in 9 front-line locations.

War in Ukraine • May 29, 06:56 AM • 3038 views
Russians hold a carrier of "Calibers" in the Mediterranean Sea - Navy

There are no enemy ships in the Black and Azov Seas, but there are 3 Russian ships in the Mediterranean Sea, one of which has 8 Kalibr missiles.

War in Ukraine • May 29, 03:42 AM • 3299 views
A soldier was beaten in the Lviv region: the attackers face up to 4 years in prison

In Novyi Rozdil, a group of men attacked a TCC serviceman. The police have identified those involved, and they face up to 4 years of imprisonment.

Crimes and emergencies • May 28, 04:22 PM • 5951 views
The Armed Forces of Ukraine canceled the mobilization for a rear position of the Deputy Prosecutor of the Zaporizhzhia region, who is involved in a corruption case.

The Command of the Ground Forces has cancelled the order to conscript Deputy Prosecutor Natalia Maksymenko, who is a person involved in a corruption case, due to violations of the mobilization procedure. Control over conscription will be strengthened.

Society • May 28, 01:45 PM • 3089 views
Only 1% of negativity: Land Forces say that most complaints about the TCC are manipulations

The number of videos showing confrontations with the Territorial Recruitment Centers (TCC) has increased, but these are often fakes. Sarantsev stated that this is part of an information war and urged people not to lose vigilance regarding the real enemy.

Society • May 28, 12:55 PM • 3467 views
Almost two-thirds of the general fund of the state budget was directed to defense and security - Ministry of Finance

In January-April 2024, state budget expenditures for the security and defense sector amounted to UAH 765 billion, of which UAH 204. 9 billion in April. The funds were used to provide for the military and purchase equipment.

War in Ukraine • May 28, 12:45 PM • 2245 views
There is a request to export weapons, but the decision must be made at the highest level - Ministry of Economy

The Ministry of Economy stated that there is a request for arms exports from the defense industry. The decision requires consideration at the level of the National Security and Defense Council, the Headquarters, in order not to undermine supplies for the Armed Forces.

Economy • May 28, 12:16 PM • 2211 views
The Armed Forces of Ukraine denied information that the Russian Federation had transferred 50,000 soldiers to attack Kharkiv

Information about the transfer of a 50,000-strong Russian group to the Ukrainian border in order to attack Kharkiv is not true. This was reported by the Operational-Tactical Group "Kharkiv".

War in Ukraine • May 28, 10:22 AM • 2666 views
Syrskyi announced the launch of the School of Instructors: what is expected

Oleksandr Syrskyi announced the launch of the School of Instructors for professional training of military personnel. Special attention will be paid to training in working with drones, ground systems, and tactical medicine.

Society • May 28, 08:02 AM • 3034 views
In the Sumy direction, the Russians are accumulating 50,000 troops - Zelenskyy

Russian forces are trying to accumulate 50,000 soldiers in the Sumy direction, but the operations of the Armed Forces of Ukraine are hindering them. Ukrainian military pushed the enemy back 4 km near Kostyantynivka.

War in Ukraine • May 28, 07:37 AM • 70658 views
Russia attacked Ukraine with 5 ballistic and guided missiles and 88 UAVs: 71 drones neutralized

On the night of May 28, Russia launched 5 ballistic missiles, a guided air missile and 88 drones at Ukraine. Air defense neutralized 71 enemy UAVs, 34 of which were shot down.

War in Ukraine • May 28, 06:15 AM • 2747 views