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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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Russians launched an assault using armored vehicles: the situation near Lyptsi in Kharkiv region has escalated - spokesman of the "Kharkiv" Operational Tactical Group

The spokesman of the "Kharkiv" Operational Tactical Group reported an escalation of the situation near Lyptsi, where the Russians increased the number of assaults using armored vehicles. The situation near Vovchansk also remains tense.

War in Ukraine • May 15, 08:56 AM • 16466 views
62 out of 110 enemy drones were shot down over Ukraine

On the night of May 15, the enemy attacked Ukraine with 110 Shahed-type drones. Air defense forces shot down 62 UAVs. Sumy, Dnipropetrovsk, Poltava, Kyiv, and Ivano-Frankivsk regions were under attack.

War in Ukraine • May 15, 05:29 AM • 33078 views
There are no Russian ships in the Black and Azov Seas, but there is a threat in the Mediterranean - Navy

No Russian ships were recorded in the Black and Azov Seas. There are 3 enemy ships in the Mediterranean Sea, one of which is with "Caliber" missiles.

War in Ukraine • May 15, 03:36 AM • 74140 views
Mandatory military training for medical and pharmaceutical students: a bill has been registered in the Verkhovna Rada

Bill No. 13276 on the resumption of mandatory military training for medical and pharmaceutical students from 2026 has been registered in the Verkhovna Rada. This should solve the problem of the shortage of doctors in the Armed Forces.

Society • May 14, 08:40 AM • 3694 views
Russia Keeps Ship with "Calibers" in the Mediterranean Sea - Navy

As of May 14, 2025, 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 cruise missiles.

War in Ukraine • May 14, 03:25 AM • 3988 views
In Donetsk region, FPV drone pilots hit a tank, howitzer, trucks with BC and communications of the occupiers

Drone operators of the Ivan Franko Group hit an enemy "Ural" with BC, trucks, howitzer, infantry, communications equipment and a tank of the occupiers. The soldiers also showed a video of the destruction of enemy warehouses with BC and equipment.

War in Ukraine • May 13, 10:56 PM • 3407 views
In Ukraine, the storage of biological material of defenders has been automated.

The system for selecting biological material is planned to include 225,000 samples by the end of 2025.

Health • May 13, 01:52 PM • 4764 views
Russia has increased the number of missile carriers in the Mediterranean Sea - Navy

As of 6 a. m. on 13.05.2025, there are no enemy ships in the Black and Azov Seas. There are 4 Russian ships in the Mediterranean Sea, one of which is a carrier of "Calibers".

War in Ukraine • May 13, 03:13 AM • 54318 views
"Russia must do this without delay": Weimar+ countries issue joint statement

The Weimar+ group of countries called on Russia for an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine. They promise support for Kyiv, strengthening the army and security guarantees.

War in Ukraine • May 13, 01:22 AM • 38637 views
Almost half of the battles are in the Pokrovsk direction: map from the General Staff

Over the past day, 155 combat clashes were recorded, almost half of which were in the Pokrovsk direction. The enemy was also more active in the Lyman direction.

War in Ukraine • May 12, 05:39 AM • 4482 views
There are no enemy ships in the Black and Azov Seas - Navy

As of May 12, 2025, 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 cruise missiles.

War in Ukraine • May 12, 03:24 AM • 5814 views
67 combat engagements took place at the front, the greatest enemy activity was in the Pokrovsk direction - General Staff

The Defense Forces of Ukraine are holding back the Russian offensive, repelling attacks in various directions. The greatest enemy activity is observed in the Pokrovsk direction, where 36 breakthrough attempts took place.

War in Ukraine • May 11, 01:36 PM • 4499 views
161 clashes in a day: the enemy has become more active at the front - maps of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

During the day, 161 combat clashes took place, mostly in the Pokrovsky direction. Ukrainian troops struck at the areas of concentration of the occupiers, destroying their equipment.

War in Ukraine • May 11, 06:03 AM • 8318 views
Putin's "truce" has ended: Russia launches "Shaheds"

At night, after the end of the three-day "truce", Russia launched "Shaheds" at Ukraine. The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported a threat of strike UAVs in several regions, including Sumy, Donetsk, Dnipropetrovsk and Zaporizhzhia.

War in Ukraine • May 11, 12:20 AM • 24716 views
The Russian army advanced near Makiivka, Oleksandropol, and Rozlyv: DeepState maps

The Russian army advanced near three settlements in Luhansk and Donetsk regions, in particular near Makiivka, Oleksandropol, and Rozlyv. During May 10, 117 combat engagements took place on the front.

War in Ukraine • May 10, 11:29 PM • 4644 views
Macron announced elements of deterring the Russian Federation after the start of the ceasefire

The French President stated that the first level of defense is the Ukrainian army, the second is the guarantees of the allies. He wants a ceasefire to begin on Monday.

War in Ukraine • May 10, 02:21 PM • 89366 views
SBI exposed a scheme of embezzlement of fuel in a military unit in Mykolaiv region

The head of the fuel storage department and his subordinate were draining and selling diesel to local farmers. The perpetrators sold at least 13,000 liters of fuel.

Crimes and emergencies • May 9, 09:55 PM • 4363 views
A bail of 40 million hryvnias was posted for Nasirov

A bail of UAH 40 million was posted for the former head of the State Fiscal Service, Roman Nasirov. He is accused of causing more than UAH 2 billion in damages to the state.

Crimes and emergencies • May 9, 06:59 PM • 6489 views
At the front, up to two-thirds of the fighting is in three directions: map from the General Staff

Over the past day, the most fighting took place in the Pokrovsk direction, where Ukrainian troops repelled 71 assaults. The Armed Forces of Ukraine destroyed 1,300 invaders and hit important objects.

War in Ukraine • May 9, 05:25 AM • 4456 views
The Armed Forces of Ukraine eliminated 1300 occupiers, 4 tanks, and an air defense system in a day

Over the past day, Ukrainian defenders destroyed a significant amount of enemy manpower and equipment. The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has updated data on Russian losses as of May 9, 2025.

War in Ukraine • May 9, 04:57 AM • 4365 views
On the second day of its ceasefire, Russia deployed ships with "Calibers" to the Black Sea

On May 9, Russia deployed four ships to the Black Sea, three of which are missile carriers. The occupiers are ready to attack Ukraine from the Black Sea waters with 14 "Calibers" simultaneously.

War in Ukraine • May 9, 04:02 AM • 4887 views
A defector who served the occupiers in Kherson and tried to join the Armed Forces of Ukraine will spend 12 years behind bars

A resident of Kherson who worked for the occupiers as a dog handler was sentenced to 12 years in prison. After the liberation of the city, he tried to join the Armed Forces of Ukraine to avoid punishment, but was exposed.

Crimes and emergencies • May 8, 09:57 PM • 17329 views
Syrskyi congratulated Ukrainians on the Day of Victory over Nazism: Evil can be defeated only in the resolute unity of democratic nations

The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces congratulated on the Day of Remembrance and Victory over Nazism, emphasizing the importance of unity against the aggressor. He reminded of Ukraine's contribution to peace and its fight against modern tyrants.

War in Ukraine • May 8, 07:36 PM • 5426 views
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Approximately 280 cases of executions of Ukrainian prisoners of war have been recorded

Approximately 280 cases of executions of Ukrainian prisoners of war by Russian occupiers have been recorded in Ukraine. Since the beginning of the year, more than 50 Ukrainian soldiers have already been executed.

War in Ukraine • May 8, 01:38 PM • 100069 views
"Mission – Life": EVA and NGO "Zemliachky" Announce Fundraising for Protective Gear for Combat Medics

On May 8, the public organization "Zemliachky" (Countrywomen) together with the EVA store chain are launching the charity campaign "Mission — Life". Its goal is to raise 4 million hryvnias to provide equipment for 80 female combat medics working in the hottest spots of the front.

Business News • May 8, 10:10 AM • 12642 views
Russia keeps a carrier of "Calibers" in the Mediterranean Sea - Navy

As of May 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 carrier of "Caliber" missiles.

War in Ukraine • May 8, 03:38 AM • 4391 views
Unmanned systems forces destroyed a rare enemy radar "Zaslon" worth $46 million and two TOS-2 "Tosochka"

SBS "Raid" operators struck the "Zaslon" radar in the Kursk region, capable of detecting targets at a distance of 300 km. Also, two new TOS-2 flamethrower systems were destroyed in Donetsk region.

War in Ukraine • May 7, 08:47 PM • 5567 views
The General Staff announced changes in the basic military training program for some categories of military personnel

Military personnel fit for service in the rear will undergo BZVP according to an updated program. The training period has been reduced to a month, and the level of load has been reduced.

Society • May 7, 03:54 PM • 14474 views
"Shahed" attack on Kyiv on May 7: a family of zoolunteers and 5 of their cats died, one cat survived

In Kyiv, a family of zoo volunteers and 5 of their cats died as a result of a Russian drone attack, one cat survived and ended up in the hospital.

War in Ukraine • May 7, 12:55 PM • 7059 views
Two ballistic missiles and 81 drones launched by Russia were shot down over Ukraine

On the night of May 6-7, Russia attacked Ukraine with missiles and drones from various directions. The defense forces shot down 2 ballistic missiles and 81 strike UAVs, but there are casualties in 5 regions.

War in Ukraine • May 7, 12:24 PM • 6004 views