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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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Expert: Shabunin and Nikolov embezzled $1.5 million in a year, but turned to Ukrainians for money

Expert Posternak criticized the activities of anti-corruption bodies and their use of grant funds.

Politics • February 19, 08:29 AM • 66816 views
The Russian army shelled 31 settlements in the Kherson region: seven were injured, including a child

Russian troops attacked Kherson region, injuring 7 people, including a child. 11 houses, infrastructure and transport were damaged, and two Shahed drones were shot down by air defense.

Society • February 19, 07:31 AM • 38571 views
About a third of the fighting is in one direction: General Staff updates combat map

Over the last day, 156 combat engagements took place, about a third of them in the Pokrovsk sector. The enemy launched 3 missile and 94 air strikes, making over 5600 attacks.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 06:29 AM • 28824 views
Aggressor's losses per day: how many occupants were destroyed by the Ukrainian Armed Forces on February 19

Over the past day, the Ukrainian Armed Forces eliminated 1300 terrorists. Also, 19 tanks, 23 infantry fighting vehicles, 72 artillery systems and 175 enemy UAVs were destroyed.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 05:20 AM • 31611 views
In just 5 minutes of the interview, Petro Poroshenko lied twice, justifying his London-based sons in evasion - the military

An Armed Forces soldier denied Poroshenko's claims about his son Oleksiy's service in Donbas and the legality of his stay abroad. Poroshenko's team paid a fine, recognizing his son as a draft dodger.

Politics • February 18, 02:46 PM • 23658 views
109 combat engagements took place in the frontline, the most intense in the Pokrovsk sector - General Staff

Over the last day, 109 combat engagements took place in various sectors of the frontline. The highest activity was observed in the Pokrovsk sector, where the enemy made 33 attempts to attack.

War in Ukraine • February 18, 02:33 PM • 22928 views
FUIB's investments in sustainable development in 2024 reached UAH 341 million

FUIB allocated UAH 341 million for social projects in 2024. UAH 146 million was spent to support the Armed Forces, the rest - to help the wounded, education and inclusive projects.

Business News • February 18, 12:19 PM • 39246 views
Reuters set up a camera on Maidan and broadcast live

Reuters set up a camera and broadcast live from Maidan Nezalezhnosti in Kyiv, causing outrage due to security restrictions imposed by martial law. Social media users and media outlets criticize Reuters' actions because of possible security threats.

War in Ukraine • February 18, 10:07 AM • 42027 views
"Contract 18-24": How many volunteers have already applied The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine reported that more than 20,000 people have already applied to participate in the "Contract 18-24" program, which provides for the recruitment of volunteers aged 18 to 24 for military service. According to the Deputy Minister of Defense Hanna Maliar, the program has aroused great interest among young people. She noted that the ministry is currently processing the applications and conducting the necessary checks. The "Contract 18-24" program was launched in February 2023 as part of the military reform in Ukraine. It is designed to attract young people to the Armed Forces of Ukraine on a contract basis. Volunteers will undergo training and then serve in the army for a period of 18 to 24 months

The Ministry of Defense has received more than 10,000 applications for an annual contract from volunteers through the "Reserve+" and other channels. Contract soldiers aged 18-24 will receive 1 million hryvnias and will serve on the front line.

Society • February 18, 07:24 AM • 37210 views
Russia launched 176 drones at Ukraine overnight: 103 shot down, 67 missed their targets

Russia attacked Ukraine with 176 drones from six directions. The air defense system shot down 103 UAVs, and four regions - Kirovohrad, Kharkiv, Kyiv, and Cherkasy - were affected by the attack.

War in Ukraine • February 18, 07:16 AM • 23892 views
More than half of the fighting is in two areas: map of combat operations from the General Staff

Over the last day, 139 combat engagements took place, most of them in the Pokrovske and Novopavlivka sectors. The enemy carried out 71 air strikes and made about 5,000 artillery attacks.

War in Ukraine • February 18, 06:24 AM • 23588 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces neutralize another 1,170 invaders, hundreds of enemy weapons and equipment - General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported the elimination of 1170 Russian soldiers and the destruction of 337 pieces of equipment over the past day. Total enemy losses since the beginning of the war have reached 86,090 people.

War in Ukraine • February 18, 06:01 AM • 29418 views
First joint NATO-Ukraine training center opens in Poland

The JATEC Center for Analysis was launched in Bydgoszcz to study the experience of the Russian-Ukrainian war. The center will facilitate Ukraine's integration into NATO and the implementation of changes to the Alliance's strategies.

War in Ukraine • February 18, 04:44 AM • 74380 views
“In the near future": EU ambassadors plan to discuss providing Ukraine with 5 billion euros in military aid

EU ambassadors will discuss providing Ukraine with additional military aid worth €5 billion. The aid will include artillery ammunition, air defense systems, missiles, and support for Ukrainian army brigades.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 08:40 PM • 34534 views
Ministry of Health Discloses Details of Contracts for Doctors in the Armed Forces: What You Need to Know About Disarmament

Medical workers will sign a one-year contract and will be drafted exclusively for medical positions in the Armed Forces. Women doctors can join the military only on a voluntary basis.

Society • February 17, 04:25 PM • 46411 views
The Ukrainian Armed Forces confirmed the defeat of key Russian defense enterprises in the Kuban

The SSO and SBU attacked the Ilya oil refinery and the Kropotkinskaya station in the Krasnodar region of Russia. About 20 explosions occurred at the refinery, and the station completely shut down.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 02:51 PM • 26899 views
The Ministry of Defense launches support services for military and their families

The Ministry of Defense is launching support services for the military and their families after the registration of Order No. 59. The services will provide advice and assistance on legal, social and medical issues.

Society • February 17, 01:27 PM • 25496 views
Russians in the Pokrovske direction are getting more problems than they expected - spokesman for the “Khortytsia” Joint Forces Operation Center

The spokesman for the Khortytsia military unit reported active fighting in the Pokrovsk sector, where the enemy is suffering from Ukrainian FPV drones. Pishchane is changing hands from time to time.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 11:08 AM • 21027 views
Drones of the SBU and the Armed Forces of Ukraine operated on enemy enterprises in the Krasnodar region of Russia - source

Last night, the SBU and the Armed Forces of Ukraine drones attacked two important Russian enterprises working for the enemy military-industrial complex - the Ilya Oil Refinery and the Kropotkinskaya oil pumping station.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 10:52 AM • 24357 views
Military personnel will be able to store reproductive cells free of charge: what is known

The government has approved free cryopreservation of reproductive cells for military personnel. The service is available in medical institutions that have an agreement with the NHSU, subject to the provision of a referral and documents.

Society • February 17, 09:51 AM • 28061 views
83 drones out of 147 launched by Russia in 10 regions were shot down over Ukraine

At night, Russia attacked Ukraine with 147 Shahed drones and imitator drones from different directions. Air defense forces shot down 83 attack drones, detected 59 imitator drones, and damaged 4 regions.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 07:05 AM • 26650 views
Ukrainian military defeat a column of enemy tanks with USSR flags in Kursk region

The 47th Magura Brigade repelled an assault by the “elite” 155th Marine Brigade of the Russian Federation in Kursk region. An enemy convoy of a dozen tanks exploded in a minefield and was attacked by Ukrainian drones.

War in Ukraine • February 16, 11:02 PM • 110148 views
117 combat engagements at the front: where is the hottest and what are the occupants' losses

Over the last day, 117 combat engagements took place in the frontline, most of them in the Pokrovske and Novopavlivka sectors. The occupants carried out 53 air strikes and fired over 4,000 times.

War in Ukraine • February 16, 08:40 PM • 56543 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces liberate Pishchane village and push back occupants in the Pokrovsk sector - Tregubov

Ukrainian troops liberated the village of Pishchane, 5 kilometers from Pokrovsk, and pushed Russian troops out of several settlements. The occupiers suffered significant losses and were forced to suspend their attempts to surround Pokrovsk.

War in Ukraine • February 16, 12:00 PM • 60888 views
General Staff: 261 combat engagements and record losses of occupants per day

Over the past day, 261 combat engagements took place between the Ukrainian Armed Forces and Russian troops. The enemy lost 1,730 troops, 5 tanks, 84 armored combat vehicles and other equipment.

War in Ukraine • February 16, 07:04 AM • 52176 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces General Staff: Occupants lost 1730 infantrymen and 84 armored combat vehicles over the last day

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has released data on the losses of Russian troops over the past 24 hours. The total enemy losses since the beginning of the war have reached 858390 people and more than 10 thousand tanks.

War in Ukraine • February 16, 06:10 AM • 53929 views
the Russians stormed Donetsk region, Konstantinopol was partially cleared - DeepState.

Russian troops conduct assault operations in the area of Konstantinople with 20-37 units of equipment. The enemy attacks Ulakly with 8-10 units of equipment and entrenches itself in the eastern part of the village.

War in Ukraine • February 16, 12:24 AM • 32373 views
February 15 was the heaviest day on the frontline in 2025 - DeepState

The frontline recorded the highest number of attacks in 2025 - 250 combat engagements per day. The main enemy activity was observed in the Pokrovske, Kurakhove and Velykonovosilske directions.

War in Ukraine • February 15, 10:20 PM • 50642 views
Russia has increased the number of attacks on the frontline by 2.5 times - General Staff

Over the last day, 250 combat engagements were registered, with the largest number of attacks in the Pokrovsk sector - 67. The enemy carried out 33 air strikes, used 47 guided aerial bombs and more than 500 kamikaze drones.

War in Ukraine • February 15, 09:03 PM • 57842 views
President on contracts for men aged 18-24: this option is understandable to American partners

The President said that American partners understand the initiative of contracts for men aged 18-24. The project provides for voluntary service with a payment of UAH 1 million and a preferential mortgage.

War in Ukraine • February 15, 05:17 PM • 25050 views