From the very beginning, the Ukrainian Ground Forces have been the foundation of our state’s defense capability and an essential component of its international presence. From early peacekeeping missions abroad and combat operations during the first stage of the War for Ukraine’s Independence in 2014 to the present day, the Ground Forces consistently demonstrate resilience, adaptability, and professionalism. The Ground Forces are the primary bearer of combat capabilities of the Armed Forces of Ukraine — the force that carries the main burden of defending state sovereignty, territorial integrity, and independence.
- It is the soldiers of the Ground Forces who are the first to meet the enemy, hold defensive lines, conduct offensive and defensive operations, and protect Ukrainian land and the future of our children.
- In the war against the Russian aggressor, the Ground Forces have become the driving force behind Ukraine’s victories: halting the enemy near Kyiv, carrying out counteroffensives in Kharkiv and Kherson regions, and holding the defense in Donetsk and Luhansk regions.
- The strength of the Ukrainian army lies in the courage of its people, unity of its formations, and unwavering dedication to their country. The Ground Forces are warriors who defend their land — a modern, technologically advanced army that develops and strengthens its capabilities, bringing our shared victory closer.
- The spirit of the Ukrainian Ground Forces is a combination of ancient military traditions and modern principles that define the strength of Ukraine’s army in the 21st century.
- We train the military elite for all components of the Defense Forces. The graduates of our military academies are the pride of the Armed Forces.
- We are developing a professional, technologically advanced, and highly motivated force ready to face modern challenges.
- We enhance morale through effective communication and psychological support for defenders.
- We preserve the lives of service members through large-scale implementation of technologies and robotic systems.
- We gain technological advantage by improving existing capabilities.
- We increase army efficiency through career development systems and through leveraging civilian expertise.
- We adapt to challenges related to modern technologies used on the battlefield.
- We master a wide range of foreign weaponry provided by Ukraine’s partners.
- We rapidly expand our own defense production and the number of modern Ukrainian weapons that have proven effective in combat.