Major Military Situation Updates - December 18, 2024, 02:32 UTC
Key Developments
Eastern Front
Kurakhove and Pokrovsk
Intense Fighting in Kurakhove: Russian forces control approximately 80% of Kurakhove, with Ukrainian forces controlling no more than 20%. Russian forces have captured the city council building in Kurakhove.
Encirclement in Annivka: Approximately 700 Ukrainian forces are reportedly encircled in Annivka, south of Kurakhove. While completing the sweep of the cauldron near Uspenovka, Russian forces made a surprising 3 km advance towards Zelenovka. Russian forces have captured Annivka and evacuated civilians.
Supply Route Pressure: Russian forces are attempting to cut off the supply route from Dachenske to Yantarne to Uspenovka.
Pokrovsk Advance: Russian forces have advanced to within 2 km of Pokrovsk, capturing Novotroitskoye, Zarya, and Shevchenko.
Bridge Destruction: Ukrainian forces destroyed a bridge leading to Pokrovsk to slow the Russian advance.
Desertion: Over 1,000 personnel from the 155th Brigade of the Ukrainian Armed Forces reportedly deserted in the Krasnoarmiisk area.
Captured Equipment: Russian forces captured a rare "Panther" APC near Kurakhovo.
Drone Warfare: Russian FPV drones destroyed a Ukrainian BMC Kirpi and another armored vehicle near Kurakhove.
Mine-Laying Operations: The 5th Brigade of the Russian Armed Forces engaged in mine-laying operations and repelled a Ukrainian counterattack involving two armored fighting vehicles near a garage cooperative on Zaporozhsky Prospekt in Kurakhove.
Territorial Gains: Russian forces have reportedly gained 5.85 km² of territory in total.
Civilian Evacuations: Russian forces have reportedly discovered civilians locked in basements in Petrivka, DPR. 2,5 km south of Kurakhovo, in Dalnee, the 2nd battalion of the 33rd motorized rifle regiment evacuated civilians from the combat zone.
Ukrainian Counterattacks: Ukrainian forces are attempting to restore their tactical position near Storozheve, Sukhi Yaly, Kostiantynopil, and Veselyi Hai. Ukrainian forces restored their position near Kolesnykivka.
Artillery Strikes: Donetsk units are targeting and destroying Ukrainian positions, equipment, command posts, and observation posts in Kurakhovo. A calculation from the self-propelled 203-mm "Malka" gun of the "Center" troop group reportedly thwarted a rotation of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the Krasnoarmeysk direction.
Drone Usage: Drone operators of the Southern group of forces disrupted the rotation of a unit of the 33rd mechanized brigade of the Ukrainian Armed Forces in the Kurakhovo direction. Operators first targeted the personnel, and then finished off the ammunition that was brought in with drops.
Ukrainian Reinforcements: Ukrainian assault units are being deployed to clear out streets in the Pokrovsk direction.
Recruitment of Children: Ukrainian forces are reportedly recruiting children from orphanages in occupied territories to join the military. A specific incident occurred in the Melitopol social rehabilitation center, where children were offered positions in a military school in Mariupol.
HIMARS Strike: Ukrainian forces used two HIMARS missiles with cluster munitions against groups of North Korean special forces attempting to storm Ukrainian positions near Mala Loknia and Kruhlenke, Kursk region. The attack resulted in heavy losses for the North Korean troops, and the assault was repelled. However, North Korean forces continue to engage in fierce battles in the area.
Continued Advances in Kurakhove: Russian forces continue to advance within Kurakhove itself, capturing multi-story buildings.
Loss of Control of Krasnoarmeysk: The loss of control over Krasnoarmeysk (Pokrovsk) by Ukrainian forces would be a major defeat in recent months.
Ukrainian Response: The Ukrainian OS্মদ "Kharkiv" stated that Kurakhove is under Ukrainian control, but the situation is difficult.
New Attacks: Ukrainian forces launched guided bombs on the border of Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia Oblasts.
Russian Advance Near Kurakhovo: Russian forces are advancing towards a crossing over the Sukhi Yaly River near Uspenovka. They have advanced up to 1 km along the Velyka Novosilka-Kurakhovo highway from the south. Russian forces made significant advances, securing the southeastern part of Uspenovka and raising their flag at the Kurakhove elevator and at Veselyi Hai. They are attempting to encircle Ukrainian forces near the Kurakhov thermal power plant and within the city. The 5th Brigade of the 51st Army of the Southern Military District has raised its flag over the Kurakhove elevator. Ukrainian forces are withdrawing from portions of Yelizavetovka, Veselyi Hai, Annovka, Uspenovka, and Ostrovsky (Konstantinopolsky), while maintaining control of Yantarne. Russian forces secured positions in Uspenovka, with Ukrainian forces under high threat of encirclement. The "Uspenovka pocket" has reportedly been eliminated, with Ukrainian forces trapped there completely defeated. Russian forces raised their flag in the center of Uspenovka. Russian forces effectively destroyed a Ukrainian grouping of forces between Elizavetovka and Uspenovka, consolidating control in the southern Kurakhovo district. Fighting continues in the city center. Russian forces captured Veselyi Gai, south of Kurakhovo. A new Ukrainian drone, the "Postman," is reported deployed near Kurakhovo. Ukrainian forces reported repelling a Russian advance near Konstantinovskoye. Russian forces are advancing in the Kurakhove direction, with reports of fighting in Kurakhove itself and along the Sukhie Yaly River. The capture of Annovka and Veselyi Hai is confirmed. Russian forces are attempting to break through Ukrainian defenses in the Uspenovka-Annovka-Veselyi Hai sector. Russian forces are attempting to cut off the supply route from Dachenske to Yantarne to Uspenovka. Russian forces advanced on the Vremevsk direction by 4 by 1.6 kilometers. Ukrainian forces are counterattacking to impede Russian advances. Russian forces are using mine-clearing techniques in Pavlovka, as well as direct tank fire. Russian forces are targeting supply lines to Neskuchne and Storozheve. Russian forces destroyed a Ukrainian crossing over the river Mokrye Yaly with an airstrike. Russian forces secured the southeastern part of Uspenovka and pushed towards the outskirts of Konstantinopolskoye, clearing the eastern edge of the village. Reports indicate fighting in Kurakhovo's town center and near Uspenivka, with a push towards the outskirts of Konstantinopolskoye. Russian forces have reportedly inflicted significant casualties on Ukrainian forces near Kurakhovo. Russian forces are positioned along Grueshevaya street, Lermontov street, have secured the town's city council and the southern portion of the town. Russian forces have taken the town of Zarya. Fighting is ongoing near the fire station on Grueshevaya street, and near a school, a lyceum, and the high school on Pushkina street in Kurakhovo. Fighting is continuing near Yelizavetovka and Sukhyi Yaly. Over 20 Ukrainian soldiers reportedly killed near Storozheve and Neskuchne. Russian forces captured five Ukrainian soldiers near Velyka Novosilka. Ukrainian forces in Uspenovka, Hannevka, Trudove, Veselyi Gai, and Romanivka are at risk of encirclement. Ukrainian forces are reportedly experiencing heavy losses as a result of this encirclement. Ukrainian forces are facing a highly critical situation in the Uspenovka area, with a high risk of encirclement. Russian forces have advanced into Uspenovka, leading to fierce fighting within the village. Russian forces have advanced along Nagornaya-1 street on the southern outskirts of Kurakhovo and secured an area at highway O-05-10. Ukrainian forces are suffering heavy losses in the Kurakhovo region, with a significant grouping of troops reportedly lost near Elizavetovka and Uspenovka. Russian forces have blocked the Ukrainian grouping in Uspenovka. Russian forces captured Zholte. Ukrainian counterattacks failed. Ukrainian soldiers were captured near Zholte. Russian forces advanced in central Kurakhovo. Ukrainian forces are trying to regroup in the Zholte area and launched a counterattack that was stopped. Ukrainian forces are reporting that they are in an operational encirclement near Kurakhovo and are sustaining significant losses. "Операция Z: Военкоры Русской Весны" reports that Ukrainian TV information is false, and that Ukrainian forces near Kurakhove are in an operational encirclement and suffering significant losses. Reports have emerged alleging that Ukrainian forces have committed mass killings of civilians in Selidovo. A resident, Irina Strelnik, reported the disappearance and death of her 77-year-old neighbor, Maria Ivanovna Semyonova, after encountering Ukrainian military personnel. Ukrainian soldiers reportedly referred to local residents as "Moskals." Russian forces reportedly liquidated a unit of Colombian mercenaries near the Luhansk People's Republic (LPR).
57th Motorized Rifle Regiment: The Russian Defense Minister congratulated the command and personnel of the 57th Motorized Rifle Regiment with the liberation of Elizavetovka (DPR) from neo-Nazis. More than 1,100 servicemen of the regiment were presented with state awards and departmental insignias for bravery and resilience in the fight with armed Ukrainian formations. A video shows how the 57th regiment liberated Elizavetovka, advancing towards Kurakhovo.
Drone Strikes: 425 ОШБ "Скала" conducted a drone strike operation in the village of Shevchenko. A video shows drone footage in a snowy, wooded area of a military operation.
Toretsk and Chasov Yar
Consolidation and Advances: Russian forces are consolidating control in Toretsk and reportedly advancing near Dzerzhinsk. Russian forces evacuated civilians from Toretsk (Dzerzhinsk). Ivanov paratroopers are clearing out Ukrainian forces from the refractory plant in Chasov Yar. Russian forces advanced in the Khomkolonka microdistrict of Toretsk. In Toretsk, in the southern part of the "Central" mine, Russian fighters captured two objects located on the outskirts of the spoil heap.
Spoil Heap Control: Russian forces have made a breakthrough in the Khomkolonka microdistrict and are attempting to take control of spoil heaps No. 1 and No. 2. Russian forces are advancing towards the small mine No. 10 spoil heap near Toretsk.
Chasov Yar Fighting: Fighting is ongoing on the northern and western edge of the Fire-Resistant Compound in Chasov Yar. Russian forces have partially dislodged Ukrainian forces from the fire-resistant compound. The assault on Chasov Yar continues with some success, including advances and the use of bad weather to enter the territory of a refractory plant.
Seversk Advance: Russian assault groups, supported by armored vehicles, artillery, and FPV drones, reportedly breached Ukrainian defenses and advanced 2 km towards Seversk from Zolotarevka. Ukrainian border guards repelled a large scale attack in the direction of Siversk, using mortars and drones, resulting in 14 enemy KIA and 12 WIA.
Street Fighting: Fighting continues near the Chemical, Coke, Svetlaya, Friendship, and Mirnaya streets in Toretsk.
Intense Fighting Near Toretsk: Ukrainian forces report that the "Azov" regiment is engaged in intense fighting on the Toretsk front, using FPV drones and artillery to target Russian positions.
Precision Strikes: Russian forces destroyed a Ukrainian command post and personnel concentration near the Toretsk mine using precision airstrikes.
Velyka Novosilka
Southwest Advance: Russian forces are advancing southwest of Velyka Novosilka and have reached Storozheve and Neskuchne, forming a new "pocket." Russian forces have cut off Makarivka from Ukrainian supply lines and are approaching Neskuchne. Russian forces advanced into the region near Aleksandria. Russian forces likely have full control of Pushkino. Russian forces advanced near Kalinina, around Scherbinovka, and north of Rivnopil.
Clashes: Clashes are reported near Trudove, Velykyi Hai, Kostiantynopilske, Sukhi Yaly, Blahodatne, Storozheve, and Neskuchne.
Storozheve Push: West of Storozheve, Russian forces continue to push Ukrainian forces in the direction of Storozheve, Height Kurgan Storozheva Mohyla (Babya Gora) and northwards, in the direction of the Huliaipole-Velyka Novosilka road.
Attacks on Novyi Komar and Novoocheretuvate: Russian assault units are also attacking in the direction of Novyi Komar and Novoocheretuvate. A bridge near Novoocheretuvate was destroyed, making it more difficult for Ukrainian forces to reinforce their troops. Russian forces have managed to establish a foothold in Novyi Komar.
Advances towards Yantarne: South of Kurakhove, Russian units in the area of Sukhi Yaly and Ostrovske (Konstantynopilske), as well as from Dalne, are successfully advancing in the fields towards Yantarne.
Drone Operations: Russian drone operators reportedly disrupted a Ukrainian troop rotation near Konstantinopolskoye (Oстровское) using a UAV-launched explosive device.
Advance near Storozheve: Russian forces advanced near Storozheve.
Drone Warfare: Group "East" of the 5th Army utilized drones to destroy enemy firing positions on the Vremivka front.
Surrender of Ukrainian Troops: At least 80 Ukrainian troops have surrendered in the area from Ugledar to Velikaya Novoselka over the past three months.
Aviation Strikes: Russian aviation destroyed a Ukrainian crossing near Novoocheretuvate.
New Advances: Russian forces continue their advances in the area, with the 68th Army Corps clearing Trudovoe and beginning to clear the western portion of Konstantinopilskoe (Ostrovskoe).
Capture of Trophies: Soldiers of the 1st MSB 39th Guards Motorized Rifle Brigade of the "East" group captured trophies during combat operations in Trudovoy.
Encirclement Near Makarivka: Ukrainian sources report that Russian forces are attempting to encircle Ukrainian forces near Makarivka. Russian forces have reportedly taken most of Novyi Komar and are closing in on Velyka Novosilka from the southwest.
Destruction of Crossing: Russian forces destroyed a Ukrainian crossing over the Mokri Yaly River. Russian forces are advancing southwest of VelykaNovosilka and have reached Storozheve and Neskuchne, forming a new "pocket". West of Storozheve, Russian forces continue to push Ukrainian forces in the direction of Storozheve, Height Kurgan StorozhevaMogila (Babya Gora) and northwards, in the direction of the Huliaipole-VelykaNovosilka road. Russian assault units are also attacking in the direction of NovyiKomar and Novoocheretuvate. The Ukrainian forces report a difficult situation in the area. South of Kurakhove, Russian units in the area of SukhiYaly and Ostrovske (Konstantynopilske), as well as from Dalne, are successfully advancing in the fields towards Yantarne. Through Yantarne, supplies are being delivered from Dachenske to a Ukrainian fortified area located between Yantarne and Uspenivka. Battles are currently underway to eliminate this fortified area, which physically cuts the road from VelykaNovosilka to Kurakhove. This road, apart from this section, is already under Russian control. Russian drone operators reportedly disrupted a Ukrainian troop rotation near Konstantinopolskoye (Oстровское) using a UAV-launched explosive device. A satellite image shows the aftermath of heavy fighting in Staromaiors'ke, with extensive damage to buildings and infrastructure. The village was one of the last to be liberated during the 2023 counteroffensive. Ukrainian forces suffered heavy losses in capturing the village from Russian forces. The liberation of Staromaiors'ke allowed Ukrainian forces to capture Urozhaine.
Vremivka Axis: Russian troops are successfully advancing and expanding their control zone in Novyi Komar. Clashes continue in the center of Razdolne. On the southern flank, there is an offensive in the direction of Storozheve from Blahodatne. The territory along the Mokri Yaly River is in the "gray zone."
Northern Front
Kursk Region
Engagements: There were 55 engagements in the Kursk direction, with 25 ongoing. The hottest point was Kursk, with 57 clashes.
Liberations: Russian forces reportedly liberated Daryino and Novoivanovka in the Sudzha district. Russian forces are developing success east of Novoivanovka and are advancing in the surrounding forests. Russian forces are advancing near Guevo.
Fortified Position Capture: Russian marines took a fortified position from Ukrainian forces in the Kursk border region.
North Korean Involvement: Reports claim North Korean special forces are involved in operations in the Kursk region, with reports of them suffering their first losses and mistakenly firing upon Chechen forces. Their participation is likely exaggerated. A video has surfaced that reportedly shows North Korean troops preparing for an attack in the Kursk region and being targeted by Ukrainian cluster munitions. Reports of North Korean soldiers' involvement in the fighting in Kursk is exaggerated. Reports claim North Korean special forces are involved in operations in the Kursk region. Reports that North Korean troops are participating in assaults are likely exaggerated. New reports indicate that North Korean troops suffered their first losses in the region, and that they mistakenly fired upon Chechen forces.
Equipment Destruction: Russian forces destroyed an M1 Abrams tank with an FPV drone and two Ukrainian vehicles with fiber optic drones near Mala Loknya. Crimean paratroopers destroyed an American Abrams tank near Novoivanovka in the Kursk region.
Civilian Evacuations: Residents of liberated Kursk villages are to be evacuated.
North Korean Soldiers in Assaults: Russian forces have reportedly begun using North Korean soldiers in assaults in the Kursk region. Casualty reports for these troops are beginning to emerge. Ukrainian intelligence reports state that North Korean troops have suffered at least 30 casualties in the Plekhovo, Vorozhba, and Martynovka areas. Three North Korean soldiers have also been reported missing near Kurilovka. Ukrainian forces report that the bodies of North Korean soldiers have been identified, along with Russian troops, following a drone attack in the region.
Helicopter Attack: A Russian Ka-52M helicopter reportedly attacked a Ukrainian stronghold near the Kursk border. A Russian Mi-28N helicopter destroyed a Ukrainian stronghold and vehicles in the Kursk region.
Drone Strikes: Reports of multiple successful drone strikes by Russian forces near the border of the Kursk region.
FPV Drone Strike on North Korean Troops: An image has surfaced showing a Ukrainian FPV drone strike on North Korean troops in the Kursk region.
Destruction of BTRs: Ukrainian forces report that they destroyed 3 Russian BTRs and damaged a Russian position near Kursk.
Drone and Position Destruction: Russian forces destroyed a Ukrainian drone and damaged a Ukrainian position near Kursk.
Mercenary Sentencing: A New Zealand mercenary was sentenced to 14 years in prison for invading Kursk Oblast.
Active Combat in Sudzha: Active combat is ongoing in the Sudzha area, with Russian infantry attacking Ukrainian positions near Nechaev.
Organized Defense by Ukrainian Forces: Despite low morale, Ukrainian forces are managing to conduct organized defense and counterattacks in forest areas near Mala Loknia and Cherkaske Porichne.
Su-34 Operations: The breathtaking footage of an Su-34 fighter bomber crew in action at night in the border area of Kursk region was shown by the Russian MoD. A Russian Su-34 dropped guided bombs on Ukrainian infantry and armored vehicles in the Kursk region, according to the Russian Ministry of Defense.
Ukrainian Casualties and Tank Loss: The Ukrainian Armed Forces (VSU) reportedly lost up to 540 military personnel and one tank in the Kursk region.
Reports of Atrocities: A captured Ukrainian soldier, Artur Plombirus, confessed to killing civilians in the Kursk region under orders from his commanders.
Large Infantry Attack: Russian forces attacked Ukrainian positions west of Nechaev in the direction of Russkogo Porechnogo using large infantry units. Ukrainian forces lost their strongholds in the forest belt.
Paratrooper Operations: Paratroopers are pushing Ukrainian units back from the Kursk region. Units of the Don Cossack Guards Airborne Assault Regiment from Feodosia liberated a settlement in the Sudzha district. They used the terrain and weather conditions to stealthily enter the settlement and liberate it.
Sumy Oblast
Drone Activity: New groups of enemy drones are entering Sumy Oblast from the Kursk region, moving west/southwest. An attack drone was reported in the south of Sumy region, heading towards Poltava. Attack drones were reported in Sumy region, heading south. A group of attack drones was reported in Chernihiv region, heading west. New groups of drones are entering Sumy Oblast from the Kursk region, moving west/southwest.
Air Alert and Defense: An air alert has been issued for Sumy Oblast due to drone activity. Air defense is active in the region.
Threat to Sumy:Sumy is under threat of attack from the northwest and northeast.
Tactical Aviation Activity: Russian tactical aviation is active, conducting guided air bomb strikes on Sumy.
Force Concentration: Russian forces are concentrating significant forces in Sumy Oblast, with a potential strength of up to 12,000 personnel.
Ammunition Depot Destruction: Border guards of the "Steel Frontier" brigade destroyed an enemy ammunition depot and several enemy shelters in the Sumy direction.
Drone Movement:
Drones are moving through the center of Sumy Oblast in a northeasterly direction.
Drones are moving through the southeast of Chernihiv Oblast in a westerly direction.
Drones are moving through the southwest of Chernihiv Oblast in a westerly direction.
Drones are moving from Chernihiv region in the direction of Kyiv region.
A group of UAVs is moving in Sumy Oblast in the direction of Chernihiv and Poltava Oblasts.
UAVs are in the west of Poltava Oblast, heading towards Cherkasy Oblast.
A group of UAVs is in the east of Poltava Oblast, heading towards Dnipropetrovsk Oblast.
Multiple "Shahed" drones were reported moving from Sumy Oblast towards Chernihiv and Poltava regions.
There are reports of drones on the north of Sumy Oblast heading north, drones on the south of Sumy Oblast heading south, and drones in Poltava Oblast heading towards Myrhorod from the east.
Four drones were reported to be moving from Poltava to Kyiv Oblast.
One drone was reported to be moving from Poltava Oblast towards Cherkasy.
New groups of drones are entering the eastern part of the region, moving south/southwest.
There is also a report of a drone flying over Shostka heading west and 7 drones north of Myrhorod heading south.
Guided Bomb Attacks: Russian forces launched guided bombs on Sumy Oblast. Russian forces launch repeated guided air bomb attacks in the region.
DRG Activity: Ukrainian forces destroyed a Russian DRG (sabotage and reconnaissance group) that attempted to cross the border on December 10th.
Russian Aviation Conducted Airstrikes at Shopyne and Baranykivka.
Fortifications: Ukrainian forces are actively constructing fortifications in the Sumy Oblast.
Territorial Advance: Russian forces advanced into the region near the village of Aleksandria.
Kharkiv Oblast
Heavy Fighting in Volchansk: Heavy fighting is ongoing in Volchansk, with reports of Ukrainian forces deploying chemical weapons. Since May 2024, Russian artillery and drones have been transforming the city into ruins.
Other Areas of Fighting: Fighting continues near Hlyboke, Lyptsi, Starytsya and Vovchansk.
Consolidation: Russian forces are consolidating their positions in the areas of Masytivka and Dvorichna.
Ballistic Missile Strikes: Multiple ballistic missile strikes are reported in Kharkiv and Slobozhanske.
Disrupted Attack: Russian forces disrupted a Ukrainian attack in the Liptsi area.
Civilian Evacuations: Ukrainian forces are evacuating residents of 344 settlements.
Civilian Injuries: Four civilians were injured after a Russian attack in Myrne.
Repelled Assaults: Ukrainian forces repelled 8 Russian army assaults in the region near Vovchansk, Hlyboke, and Starytsya.
Air and Drone Strikes: Russian forces carried out 10 air strikes and 45 strikes using kamikaze drones in the region.
Bombardments: Russian forces carried out 304 bombardments of Ukrainian defensive positions.
Russian Losses: Russian forces report they have lost 109 personnel, 49 items of military equipment, and 70 defensive shelters in the Kharkiv area.
Ukrainian Claims: Ukrainian forces claim to have killed 33 Russian soldiers, wounded 75, and captured 1 in the Kharkiv region.
Drone Attacks: Russian forces used an FPV drone to destroy a pickup truck carrying Ukrainian troops in the Kharkiv region. A Russian attack drone unit successfully eliminated Ukrainian troops in a forested area in the Kharkiv region. Ukrainian forces were reportedly killed by Russian drones near Kharkiv. In the Kharkiv region, border guard drones identified enemy shelters that were likely preparing for assault operations. Russian forces reportedly used drones to eliminate a Ukrainian special forces group near Kupyansk. Russian forces have used drones to destroy a Ukrainian armored vehicle in a wooded area. Russian forces have used FPV drones to destroy a Ukrainian armored vehicle in a forest.
UAV Crash: A Ukrainian UAV reportedly crashed in Kyiv.
Advance near Zelenivka: Russian forces advanced near Zelenivka.
Destruction of "Baba Yaga" Hexacopters: Russian forces report the mass destruction of seven Ukrainian "Baba Yaga" hexacopters in the Kharkiv direction.
High-Speed Target: A high-speed target was detected in Kharkiv Oblast.
Drone Movement: A drone is moving through the northwest of Kharkiv Oblast in a southerly direction. A drone is moving through Kharkiv Oblast in a southeasterly direction.
Drone Usage: Russian forces are successfully using drones to target Ukrainian troops in the region.
Clashes Near Vysoka Yaruha: Clashes are reported near Vysoka Yaruha in the Belgorod direction.
Southern Front
Zaporizhzhia Oblast
Attacks on Settlements: There were 268 attacks on 10 settlements, involving 150 drones, 8 Grad rocket barrages, and 109 artillery strikes.
HIMARS Deployment: Ukrainian HIMARS units are deployed in Zaporizhzhia.
Civilian Evacuations: Ukrainian authorities are evacuating civilians from Mala Tokmachka.
Video of Ukrainian Strike: A video shows a Ukrainian strike on a van in the Zaporizhzhia region, using multiple munitions.
Aviation Strikes: Russian forces renewed aviation strikes and dropped guided bombs on Stepnogirsk and Mala Tokmachka.
Repelled Assaults: Ukrainian forces repelled 14 Russian army assaults, mostly on the Zaporizhzhia direction, near Novodarivka and Novopola.
Air Raid Alerts: Air raid alerts are in effect over Zaporizhzhia Oblast, indicating continued drone activity.
Guided Air Bombs: Russian forces launched guided air bombs in Zaporizhzhia.
Alert Called Off: The air raid alert in Zaporizhzhia has been called off.
Drone Movement: A drone is moving through Zaporizhzhia Oblast in a southerly direction.
Kherson Oblast
Threat to Kherson:Kherson is under threat of attack from the north.
Firefight near Antonovsky Bridge: There was a reported firefight near the Antonovsky Bridge.
Attacks on Mikhailovka and Nikolsky: Russian forces attacked Mikhailovka and Nikolsky.
Repelled Assaults: Ukrainian forces repelled 5 Russian army assaults.
Aircraft Downing: A Ukrainian Su-25 ground attack aircraft was shot down near Kherson.
Kherson Direction
River Crossing Issue: There is a continuing issue with the transportation of troops across rivers in this area.
Drone Warfare
Extensive Drone Activity: Drone activity is reported across Ukraine, including Kyiv, Sumy, Kharkiv, Poltava, Cherkasy, Kirovohrad, Vinnytsia, Kherson, Dnipro, and Zaporizhzhia regions. New groups of drones are entering Sumy from the north and northeast, approaching Dnipro, Kryvyi Rih, and Starokostiantyniv.
Explosions: Explosions have been reported in multiple regions due to drone attacks.
Russian Drone Tactics:
Russian forces used approximately 100 Geran drones to deplete Ukrainian air defenses overnight.
Ukrainian forces report a new tactic of Russian drones attacking other drones in the air, specifically mentioning such attacks near Kharkiv.
Russian forces destroyed Ukrainian mortar positions and their ammunition depot.
Russian operators of FPV drones are reported to have destroyed a Ukrainian "Baba Yaga" drone near Kupyansk, and destroyed a Ukrainian armored vehicle with a drone in the Kharkiv region.
Multiple Ukrainian drones are traveling west from Sumy Oblast.
Multiple Ukrainian drones are traveling southwest from Poltava Oblast.
Ukrainian forces may have used a fiber optic drone to attack a Russian vehicle.
Ukrainian forces may be using modified drones with tail fins and mini-bombs for more effective attacks.
High-speed drones are a threat to Ternopil.
13 Ukrainian drones were shot down overnight over Kursk, Belgorod, Rostov and Lipetsk regions.
Russian forces destroyed 13 Ukrainian drones over Kursk, Belgorod, Rostov, and Lipetsk regions.
A Ukrainian drone attack near Ochakiv damaged an "Ukraposhta" (Ukraine Post) vehicle, injuring the driver.
A Ukrainian drone attacked an oil depot in the Oryol region of Russia. A second fire was reported at the same oil depot following another drone attack.
Ukrainian air defenses intercepted a Russian reconnaissance UAV over the Dnipropetrovsk region.
Pilots from the 71st Separate Jaeger Brigade are destroying enemy armored vehicles along with their occupants.
Multiple drones are reported to be active across Ukraine, moving towards or over Kyiv, Sumy, Kharkiv, Poltava, Cherkasy, Kirovohrad, Vinnytsia, Kherson, Dnipro, and Zaporizhzhia.
A drone is moving towards Dnipro from the north.
A large group of drones launched from the Black Sea, moving towards Tatarbunary.
Drones are approaching Bila Tserkva, Belyayevka, Borispil, and Kryvyi Rih.
Two Ukrainian drones simultaneously struck a single target.
Russian operators of FPV drones destroyed a Ukrainian "Baba Yaga" drone near Kupyansk.
Russian forces have used drones to destroy a Ukrainian armored vehicle in a wooded area.
High-speed drones are a threat to Ternopil.
Drone activity continues in the Zaporizhzhia Oblast.
New groups of Russian drones are entering the eastern part of the region from occupied territory, moving north/northeast.
Drones are moving northwest from the border with Mykolaiv Oblast.
Drones are approaching Kherson from the direction of Zelenovka.
Russian forces are launching guided air bomb attacks in the Kharkiv Oblast.
Drones are moving west/southwest from the southern part of the region.
A video shows a "Sudoplatov" unit destroying enemy infantry and equipment on the front line.
Footage of the "Sudoplatov" unit's work on destroying enemy infantry and equipment on the front line was released.
A video shows the work of the "Sudoplatov" unit, which destroys enemy infantry and equipment on the front line. The video shows a Russian Electronic Warfare system (REB) on what appears to be a Russian tank.
A video shows a drone dropping an explosive on a structure, resulting in a secondary explosion.
A video shows a drone dropping munitions on various targets, including vehicles, personnel, and structures.
A video shows thermal imaging footage of a nighttime landing operation, likely involving troop or supply transport vehicles.
A video shows nighttime drone operations focused on direct targeting of enemy forces and vehicles.
A video shows a small, dark object, possibly an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) or drone, flying in a cloudy sky.
Ukrainian Drone Usage: Ukrainian forces are utilizing drones for reconnaissance, targeting, and kamikaze attacks. Ukrainian forces are using FPV drones to target Russian logistics and troops in the Kursk region. Ukrainian forces used an FPV drone to destroy a Russian "Baba Yaga" drone. According to Forbes, the Ukrainian Main Intelligence Directorate (HUR) is modifying used Aeroprakt A-22 aircraft into long-range drones for attacks on Russian territory. A video reportedly shows a modified A-22 drone used in a strike on a police special forces barracks in **
