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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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Ukrainian Armed Forces StratCom confirms damage to the location of the command post of the 810th Brigade of the Russian Armed Forces

The StratCom of the Ukrainian Armed Forces confirmed the damage to the location of the command post of the 810th Brigade of the Russian Armed Forces.

War in Ukraine • December 25, 10:28 AM • 17346 views
Air alert spreads to western regions

An air alert is issued in Ukraine due to the threat of missile attacks. Cruise missiles X-101/555/55 were launched from the Caspian Sea by a Tu-95MS aircraft.

War in Ukraine • December 25, 08:10 AM • 15767 views
An explosion occurs in Dnipro after a threat warning

The Ukrainian Air Force warned of a high-speed target in the direction of Dnipro from the southeast. There were also reports of cruise missiles in Kharkiv region and a missile in the direction of Kremenchuk.

War in Ukraine • December 25, 07:54 AM • 16301 views
Occupants intensified activity in the entire Kharkiv sector - commander of the 2nd guard battalion

Russian troops are conducting assault operations in the Kharkiv sector, both on foot and with equipment. The enemy conducted 5 assaults near Vovchansk and Vysoka Yaruga in the last day.

War in Ukraine • December 25, 07:39 AM • 14287 views
Increased missile threat: Russians deploy 4 missile carriers to the Black Sea

In the Black Sea, 4 Russian ships with Kalibr cruise missiles were spotted, firing a total of 28 missiles. There are 8 Russian ships in the Mediterranean, including 3 missile carriers with 25 missiles.

War in Ukraine • December 25, 06:16 AM • 19494 views
What is happening at the front: the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine informs

Over the past day, 248 combat engagements took place in various sectors, with the Ukrainian Armed Forces repelling most of the occupiers' attacks. The enemy launched missile and air strikes and used 640 kamikaze drones on the territory of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • December 24, 08:55 PM • 20691 views
Ukraine approves new professional standard for military registration inspectors: what you need to know

The National Qualifications Agency of Ukraine has registered the professional standard “Military Registration Officer”. The document defines the requirements for military registration specialists at all Ukrainian enterprises.

Society • December 24, 07:43 PM • 43932 views
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl - Ukraine's ambassador in the field of digital diplomacy

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has awarded the developer of S. T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 the title of Honorary Ambassador in the field of digital diplomacy. The game has become a symbol of resilience and sold over 1 million copies in the first 36 hours.

Society • December 24, 03:30 PM • 17064 views
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Russian propaganda changes tactics: how hidden narratives work

Russian propaganda has shifted its focus from justifying aggression to undermining Ukrainians' belief in victory. KIISE warns of hidden narratives aimed at discrediting the government and weakening Western support.

Society • December 24, 03:18 PM • 220983 views
179 combat engagements since the beginning of the day: where the occupants attacked the most

There were 179 combat engagements in the frontline, with the most active fighting in the Pokrovsk sector - 45 attacks. The enemy also fired at settlements in Chernihiv, Sumy and Kharkiv regions.

War in Ukraine • December 24, 02:35 PM • 14854 views
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Mobilization measures and saturation with anti-personnel weapons: military expert names challenges for Ukraine in 2025

The head of the Ukrainian Security Center called mobilization and involvement of civilians in the army the main challenges of 2025. To counter Russian attacks, Ukraine needs a large-scale supply of anti-personnel weapons.

War in Ukraine • December 24, 02:16 PM • 157788 views
4-meter Christmas didukh was installed in the center of Lviv: how it happened

In the center of Lviv, on Angels Square, the city's main 4-meter-high didukh was installed. The ceremony was accompanied by a procession with carols with the participation of children, the military and government officials.

Society • December 24, 01:49 PM • 13903 views
Explosions occurred in Kryvyi Rih after warning of a high-speed target

Explosions were reported in Kryvyi Rih around 15:40 after a warning of a ballistic missile threat. According to monitoring channels, one Iskander-M ballistic missile was used.

War in Ukraine • December 24, 01:43 PM • 15892 views
"Army+" launches “Pluses” program: what is offered

The Army+ app launches the Plus program for the military with access to special offers. Among the partners are Ukrzaliznytsia and Ukrnafta, which provide discounts and preferences for defenders.

War in Ukraine • December 24, 01:05 PM • 17381 views
Without a single shot, the frightened occupants threw away their weapons: paratroopers captured 11 Russian Armed Forces servicemen

The 77th separate airmobile brigade of the Ukrainian Armed Forces captured 11 Russian servicemen. One Belarusian was also found among them. The occupiers surrendered without a fight, throwing away their weapons after being surrounded.

War in Ukraine • December 24, 12:26 PM • 14104 views
Zaporizhzhia detains woman who ordered murder of ex-military husband for UAH 30 million

A woman who ordered the murder of her former military husband and his relatives to seize money was detained in Zaporizhzhia. The “killer” cooperated with law enforcement, so the crime was prevented.

Society • December 24, 12:09 PM • 13396 views
Mass demobilization is not in the interests of national security - Venislavskyi

A member of the Verkhovna Rada's National Security Committee spoke about the impossibility of mass demobilization due to threats to national security. The rotation system for the military is also not fully implemented due to the escalation at the front.

War in Ukraine • December 24, 11:17 AM • 16768 views
Ukrainian servicemen set up a Christmas tree for the holidays in Suzha

Soldiers of the 1st Mechanized Battalion of the 22nd Mechanized Brigade set up a Christmas tree in the Kursk region of Russia. In this area, Ukrainian defenders repelled 46 enemy assaults and withstood 385 artillery attacks.

Society • December 24, 09:45 AM • 15265 views
Either cooperate, or else - only a few hours to gather: relatives of Ukrainian defenders are being deported to the TOT

The FSB conducts checks on the correspondence of relatives of the AFU military in the occupied territories. If contacts are found, people are offered either to cooperate with the occupiers or to be deported to Russia within hours.

Society • December 24, 09:12 AM • 20946 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces find notebook of North Korean mercenary in Kursk region

The Armed Forces of Ukraine found a notebook of a North Korean mercenary in the Kursk region with a greeting to a friend. In the note, soldier Gyong Hong-jong congratulates his friend on his birthday while on the territory of the Russian Federation.

War in Ukraine • December 24, 08:16 AM • 16276 views
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What injuries do ophthalmologists face most often in the military: Professor Rykov answers

90% of surgeries in the military involve combined head injuries. Treatment and rehabilitation of such injuries can take decades and require a multidisciplinary approach.

War in Ukraine • December 24, 07:08 AM • 116856 views
252 combat engagements in the frontline: the most intense in Kursk region and Vremivsky sector

Over the past day, 252 combat engagements took place, the enemy carried out 13 air strikes and over 4,000 attacks. The most intense fighting took place in the Kursk region - 46 attacks and in the Vremya sector - 35 attacks.

War in Ukraine • December 24, 06:22 AM • 16380 views
Plus 1,630 occupants, 9 tanks and 30 armored vehicles: General Staff updates data on enemy losses

Over the past day, the Ukrainian Armed Forces eliminated 1,630 Russian servicemen and destroyed 9 tanks and 30 armored vehicles. The total losses of the occupiers since the beginning of the invasion have exceeded 777 thousand personnel.

War in Ukraine • December 24, 06:03 AM • 17604 views
The state will allocate over UAH 2.1 billion to feed wounded soldiers in medical institutions

The Ministry of Defense is introducing a unified payment mechanism and a simplified procedure for providing meals to military personnel in civilian medical facilities. More than UAH 2.1 billion will be allocated for this purpose in 2025.

War in Ukraine • December 23, 11:21 PM • 20613 views
The Armed Forces of Ukraine created a special unit for the protection of cultural property: what is known

A specialized unit for the protection of cultural property has been created within the Armed Forces. It will include military personnel with education in culture, archeology, and museum studies.

War in Ukraine • December 23, 08:41 PM • 31625 views
Court extends Roman Hrynkevych's arrest and reduces his bail to UAH 302 million

The Pechersk Court of Kyiv extended the detention of Roman Hrynkevych until January 21, 2025. The bail for the suspect in supplying low-quality clothing to the Armed Forces was reduced to UAH 302 million.

Crimes and emergencies • December 23, 06:59 PM • 21248 views
Ambassador: First Ukrainian Legion unit from Poland is already in Ukraine

The first group of Ukrainian Legion volunteers from Poland has arrived in Ukraine. The next volunteers will sign contracts with the Armed Forces of Ukraine on January 10, 2025, and will undergo training at a training ground.

War in Ukraine • December 23, 03:19 PM • 19953 views
OSIV "Khortytsia" refutes information about the encirclement of troops in Makariv

The command of the Khortytsia Operational and Tactical Group denies the information widely reported in the media about the encirclement of the Ukrainian Armed Forces units in Makariv on the Vremivskyi direction. The military continues to hold back the enemy's offensive and destroy its forces.

War in Ukraine • December 23, 01:52 PM • 17610 views
Afraid of attacks by the Defense Forces: occupiers in Crimea hide equipment and ammunition in old warehouses

ATES agents have discovered new ammunition and equipment depots of the occupiers in the Black Sea region. Due to the threat of Ukrainian strikes, the Russians are moving their stockpiles to old non-functional storage facilities.

Society • December 23, 07:48 AM • 16570 views
47 of 72 enemy drones shot down over Ukraine

Over the past day, Russians attacked Ukraine with 72 drones from the territory of the Russian Federation. The defense forces destroyed 47 UAVs and spotted 25 imitators, and civilian objects were damaged in two regions.

War in Ukraine • December 23, 07:17 AM • 16631 views