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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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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 • 35908 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 • 2524 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 • 2669 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 • 2341 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 • 2721 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 • 3241 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 • 3638 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 • 6051 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 • 6916 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 • 3628 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 • 3051 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 • 3303 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 • 5957 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 • 3102 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 • 3491 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 • 2254 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 • 2217 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 • 2681 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 • 3055 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 • 70664 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 • 2782 views
There are no enemy ships in the Black and Azov Seas, the threat from the Mediterranean remains - Navy

As of this morning, there are no enemy ships in the Black and Azov Seas. There are 3 enemy ships in the Mediterranean Sea, one of which is a carrier of "Kalibr" missiles.

War in Ukraine • May 28, 03:39 AM • 20335 views
Influence groups are gathering around Biletsky: he may be brought to higher military and political positions – Focus

The influence of Andriy Biletsky, the commander of the Third Army Corps, is growing against the background of public expectations for the emergence of new leaders.

War in Ukraine • May 27, 02:17 PM • 7754 views
Zelenskyy in Kyiv celebrated the soldiers of the SSO: awarded and presented the Gold Star to the families of the deceased

The President of Ukraine recognized the SSO fighters for their courage, presenting state awards. Zelenskyy also presented orders to the families of fallen heroes, emphasizing the importance of the SSO's contribution.

Society • May 27, 01:01 PM • 3164 views
Nutrition update for the Armed Forces of Ukraine: muffins will be added, chilled fish and meat will be replaced with frozen ones

The Ministry of Defense will update the product catalog for the Armed Forces, adding new items such as cupcakes and halva, and replacing chilled products with frozen ones to optimize the range.

Society • May 27, 11:50 AM • 4510 views
In the Ternopil region, a group of criminals was exposed for organizing escapes from military units and transfers abroad for men

In the Ternopil region, a criminal group helped evaders escape from military units and illegally cross the border. For their services, they charged up to $15,000.

Crimes and emergencies • May 27, 08:31 AM • 3192 views
Russian losses per day: almost a thousand soldiers and 9 cruise missiles

According to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, on May 26, Russian troops lost 990 soldiers and 9 cruise missiles. Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, more than 988,000 occupiers have been eliminated.

War in Ukraine • May 27, 05:04 AM • 3438 views
Today is the Day of the Special Operations Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

On May 27, Ukraine celebrates the Day of Special Operations Forces. The SSO performs the most dangerous tasks and actively cooperates with NATO, Ukrainian special forces are among the best in Europe.

Society • May 27, 04:09 AM • 3832 views
Three enemy carriers of "Calibers" are lurking in the Mediterranean Sea - Navy

As of this morning, there are no enemy ships in the Black and Azov Seas. There are 3 enemy ships in the Mediterranean Sea, one of which is a carrier of "Caliber" missiles.

War in Ukraine • May 27, 03:31 AM • 4508 views
"Even one careless word could turn into a threat": 17-year-old Ukrainian rescued from occupation

As part of the Bring Kids Back UA initiative, a 17-year-old boy was rescued from the occupied territories. He lived in occupation with his mother and feared forced conscription into the Russian army.

Society • May 26, 02:28 PM • 19611 views