Major Military Situation Updates - December 24, 2024, 22:43 UTC
Donetsk Oblast
Velyka Novosilka
Russian forces destroyed a bridge over the Mokri Yaly river, disrupting Ukrainian logistics.
Russian forces are attacking from both sides, attempting to reach the Velyka Novosilka-Huliaipole road.
Near Velyka Novosilka, Russian forces are attacking from both sides, attempting to reach the Velyka Novosilka-Huliaipole road.
Russian forces are advancing southwest of Velyka Novosilka, reaching Storozheve and Neskuchne, and forming a new "pocket."
At Vremivka axis clashes reported near Kostyantynopolske, Sukhi Yaly, Storozheve, Novosilky, Temyrivka, Novopil and Novodarivka.
Russian forces achieved success in Novyi Komar and launched attacks near Velyka Novosilka and Storozheve.
In the north of the Vremivka direction, Russian forces raised a flag in Novyi Komar, with Ukrainian forces remaining to the southwest of the village.
Clashes are reported near Kostyantynopolske, Sukhi Yaly, Storozheve, Novosilky, Temyrivka, Novopil, and Novodarivka.
December 23, 2024: Active combat operations reported near Velyka Novosilka. Russian forces launched an attack with armored columns along the western bank of the Mokri Yaly River and on the Storozheve-Rivnopil line. The advance reached the northern part of Storozheve and the vicinity of height 178.3 ("Babya Gora"), expanding the control zone to the west by over 2.5 km.
An image was released that appears to be taken from an aerial perspective, possibly from a drone. It shows a convoy of vehicles moving along a dirt road. The setting appears to be rural or semi-rural with bare trees and a relatively flat landscape. The visibility is clear. A mix of civilian-style vehicles (cars, vans) and at least one military vehicle, likely a tank. The vehicles are closely grouped together. The vehicles appear to be moving in the same direction, suggesting an organized formation. The presence of a yellow targeting box, indicating active surveillance and possible intent to engage. There is smoke or light dust near the bottom left of the image, which might indicate recent activity, such as vehicle movement, impact, or a recently extinguished fire. The "SBEF-30" marking in the lower left might be an identifier for a particular drone unit, or possibly a watermark. There is a sun icon on the bottom right of the targeting box.
A map depicts a critical area along the Dnieper River, characterized by complex riverine terrain. Key strategic points are the Antonivka bridge and the settlements of Kherson and Oleshky.
Video footage from the drone of the Security Service of Ukraine shows the destruction of a Russian ammunition depot near Markine.
Kurakhove
Russian forces are consolidating their control over approximately 80% of the city. Ukrainian forces are reportedly leaving the city.
A Russian drone strike hit a power substation west of Kurakhove near Dachne. Video footage from a drone shows a strike on the power substation.
Drone operators disrupted a Ukrainian unit's rotation in the Kurakhovo direction.
Ukrainian forces report that Russian forces used drones to target the positions of the 33rd Mechanized Brigade in the Kurakhovo direction.
Video shows a drone recording of a military engagement in the Kurakhovo direction where soldiers from the 68th tank regiment are shown to have successfully advanced, taking enemy position and surprising reinforcements.
Snipers from the 5th Brigade are reportedly targeting Ukrainian forces in Kurakhove.
Russian forces have almost completely pushed the Ukrainian forces out of the center of Kurakhove.
Intense fighting continues in the industrial zone and for Yantarnoye. Ukrainian forces are still holding out in high-rise buildings in the northern part of Kurakhove.
Russian forces started battles for the liberation of Yantarnoye, south of Kurakhovo.
The city of Kurakhovo itself is almost completely liberated.
Russian forces control approximately 80% of Kurakhove. They have liberated Konstantinopolskoe (Ostrovskoe), Zelenovka, and are pushing Ukrainian forces out of high-rise buildings in the center of Kurakhove.
At Kurakhivka axis clashes reported near Dachne, Sontsivka, Stari Terny, Kurakhove and Yantarne.
Russian forces have reportedly broken through to Yantarne and are completing the assault on Kurakhove. South of Zelenivka, Russian units have occupied several forest belts on a 2.5 km wide and 1.2 km deep area.
Storozheve
The Russian Ministry of Defense confirmed the liberation of Storozheve.
Russian forces captured Storozheve and advanced towards Velyka Novosilka, forming a new "pocket" and capturing Novyi Komar.
Toretsk
Street fighting divides the city.
Russian forces are consolidating control in Toretsk, advancing near Dzerzhinsk.
Civilians were evacuated from Toretsk (Dzerzhinsk).
Russian forces advanced in Khomkolonka microdistrict of Toretsk.
In Toretsk, in southern part of "Central" mine, Russian fighters captured two objects on outskirts of spoil heap.
Russian forces advanced towards small mine No. 10 spoil heap near Toretsk.
Assault troops advanced 500 meters west in Khimkolonka area, occupied new positions in private sector.
Clashes reported near Toretsk, Krymske, Dyliivka.
Russian forces continue attacks in the southern part of the Забалка (Kulatsky Khutor) district, in the direction of Koksovaya Street (through the passage between the spoil tips), along Svetlaya Street, and in the direction of the Toretskaya mine.
FPV Drones are being actively used by Russian forces in Toretsk. Operators, working directly with assault troops, are targeting enemy firing positions.
Russian assault troops were able to advance 500 meters to the west in the Khimkolonka area and occupy new positions in the private sector.
Russian forces advanced towards the small mine No. 10 spoil heap near Toretsk.
Fighting continues on the northern and western edge of the Fire-Resistant Compound in Chasov Yar.
Russian forces advanced in the Khomkolonka microdistrict of Toretsk.
Street fighting has persisted for two months, effectively dividing Toretsk in half.
A Ukrainian command post and personnel concentration near the Toretsk mine were destroyed.
Ukrainian forces report that "predators" are active near Toretsk.
Russian forces are advancing behind New York and have taken the center of Shcherbinovka.
Chasov Yar
Russian forces reportedly control over half of the city.
Fighting continues on northern and western edge of Fire-Resistant Compound in Chasov Yar.
Russian forces partially dislodged Ukrainian forces from fire-resistant compound in Chasov Yar.
Assault on Chasov Yar continues with some success, including advances and use of heavy weaponry.
Russian paratroopers reportedly discovered a concentration of enemy troops and destroyed them with drone strikes.
Russian forces now control over half of Chasov Yar. Ukrainian units are regrouping to prevent further Russian advances.
Fighting in Chasov Yar: Russian forces have partially dislodged Ukrainian forces from the fire-resistant compound in Chasov Yar.
Pokrovsk
Russian forces are advancing south of Pokrovsk towards Ukrainka.
Aerial reconnaissance from the "Mad Dogs" brigade detected a night raid by Ukrainian forces from the 32nd Brigade. A Russian FPV drone operator, "Dolgiy," reportedly destroyed four Ukrainian soldiers and wounded two during this raid in the Pokrovsk direction.
Russian forces are solidifying positions east of highway M-30, pushing towards Novoukrainka, attacking towards Dachnoye and Zelenoye, and advancing near Novotroitskoye and south of Voznesenka.
Russian forces are actively attacking Krasnoarmeisk.
The Russian advance on the southern approach to Krasnoarmeisk has extended over 700 meters, reaching the central part of Lysivka.
Video shows a Russian drone striking a Ukrainian tank near Solone, south of Pokrovsk.
The situation on the Pokrovsk front remains difficult, with continued Russian assaults.
The "Baltic Group" of the 59th Motorized Brigade used drones to target and destroy a Russian BMP, 5 soldiers, a motorcycle, and a pickup truck.
Russian forces are storming Novooleenovka from the north and east.
Russian forces have advanced west of Zarya to a depth of 500 meters in the direction of Slavyanka.
Video shows a drone strike on a convoy of vehicles. The vehicles appear to be civilian models, possibly indicating their use in a military or paramilitary capacity due to the context. The presence of smoke from one of the vehicles suggests it has been hit and is either on fire or severely damaged.
Ongoing battles are reported near Shevchenko, Pischane, Novotroyitske, Novooleksiyivka, Novyy Trud, Dachenske, Lysivka, Myrolubivka, Promin, and Pokrovsk itself.
Russian forces advanced approximately 2 kilometers near Pushkino, reached its outskirts, and liberated Veselyi Gai.
Russian forces are solidifying positions east of highway M-30, pushing towards Novoukrainka, attacking towards Dachnoye and Zelenoye, and advancing near Novotroitskoye and south of Voznesenka.
High-intensity battles are reported in the areas of northern Shevchenko, Peschanoye, Novovasilevka, Novooleenovka, Ukrainka, Slavyanka, Petropavlovka, and southern Shevchenko.
Russian forces have reportedly broken through to Yantarne and are completing the assault on Kurakhove. South of Zelenivka, Russian units have occupied several forest belts on a 2.5 km wide and 1.2 km deep area.
High-intensity battles are ongoing near several settlements, including Novooleenovka, which Russian forces are storming.
At Pokrovsk axis clashes reported near Myrolubivka, Promin, Lysivka, Dachenske, Zelene, Novovasylivka, Chumatske and Novoolenivka.
Russian forces are storming Novooleenovka from the north and east, and have advanced west of Zarya to a depth of 500 meters in the direction of Slavyanka. This is not only a movement towards Pokrovsk (Krasnoarmeysk) but also an advance towards the enemy's Yasenevoe-Konstantinopol road.
Russian forces are actively attacking Krasnoarmiisk.
Russian forces struck a power substation west of Kurakhove near Dachne.
Under Pokrovsk Russian forces are storming Novooleenovka from the north and east.
Russian forces are advancing south of Pokrovsk towards Ukrainka and have reportedly entered Pisky.
Snipers of the "Center" group shot down another heavy Ukrainian Armed Forces copter. Russian fighters were carrying out their tasks to eliminate the personnel of Ukrainian militants in the Pokrovsk direction and decided to take another trophy with them. Seeing a "Baba Yaga" in the night sky, our guys deactivated it with an accurate shot and went on to work on targets.
Other Key Developments in Donetsk Oblast
Russian aviation conducted airstrikes at multiple locations in the Donetsk region, including Serhiyivka, Terny, Ivanivka, Fedorivka, Riznykivka, Vyyimka, Serebryanka, Vasukivka, Pazeno, Romanivka, and Velyka Novosilka.
A Ukrainian command post and personnel concentration near the Toretsk mine were destroyed.
Russian forces destroyed a bridge over the Volchya River between Konstantinopol and Andreevka, further degrading Ukrainian logistics to the west of Kurakhovo.
The liberation of Uspenovka has been completed.
Russian forces are developing an offensive towards Dimitrov.
Russian forces improved their tactical position, resulting in significant Ukrainian losses, including 145 soldiers in the past 24 hours.
High-intensity battles are reported in the areas of northern Shevchenko, Peschanoye, Novovasilevka, Novooleenovka, Ukrainka, Slavyanka, Petropavlovka, and southern Shevchenko.
Russian forces advanced approximately 2 kilometers near Pushkino, reached its outskirts, and liberated Veselyi Gai.
Video evidence suggests a Russian soldier was targeted and killed by Ukrainian forces using a thermal-scoped weapon, likely a drone-dropped munition, during a nighttime operation. The location and involved units are not specified.
A Russian soldier was reportedly targeted by Ukrainian forces on the eastern outskirts of Novovasilivka.
Residents of the liberated village of Ostrovskoe in the DPR reported instances of abuse by Ukrainian forces.
Video shows a Ukrainian drone striking a Russian observation post.
Video shows a Ukrainian drone striking a Russian soldier.
Video shows a Ukrainian drone striking a Russian position, causing it to burn.
Video shows a compilation of nighttime operations conducted by operators of the 39th Guards Motorized Rifle Brigade, using drones to target and destroy enemy infantry and equipment in the vicinity of the Sukhi Yaly River.
Video shows Ukrainian forces targeting Russian positions with a thermal-scoped drone.
Ukrainian forces report the destruction of a Russian BMP with its crew in Petropavlivka, Kharkiv Oblast.
Ukrainian forces report the destruction of a Russian BMP with its crew near Petropavlivka, Kharkiv Oblast.
Russian forces destroyed a Ukrainian crossing near Novoocheretuvate.
Near Novoocheretuvate, Ukrainian forces repelled a Russian attack involving 5 units of equipment.
Russian forces improved their tactical position, resulting in significant Ukrainian losses, including 145 soldiers in the past 24 hours.
Donetsk scouts identify positions, equipment, command posts, and observation posts of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and then destroy them.
Attacks are being made towards Ulakly, Kostyantynopil, Bohatyr, and Otradne. Fighting is ongoing to break through the Ukrainian fortified area northeast of Andriivka.
Russian forces destroyed a bridge over the Volchya River between Konstantinopol and Andreevka, further degrading Ukrainian logistics to the west of Kurakhovo.
The 110th Brigade released footage of the shooting of Ukrainian POWs. The video consists of thermal drone footage showing a group of soldiers, which are labeled as Ukrainian in the video, surrounded by what are assumed to be Russian forces during what is likely nighttime combat operations. The footage shows the Ukrainian troops, who are initially holed up in a structure, exiting individually and surrendering. The video ends with the Ukrainian troops being escorted away from the location. The locations of the Russian forces are marked by Russian flag icons in the video.
Russian forces reportedly liquidated a unit of Colombian mercenaries near the Luhansk People's Republic (LPR).
The 57th Motorized Rifle Regiment has reportedly liberated Elizavetovka. A video shows how the 57th regiment liberated Elizavetovka, advancing towards Kurakhovo.
Launches of guided air bombs by Russian tactical aviation against Konstantinovka and Chasov Yar.
MoD Briefing (08:37:20 UTC): "Center" group inflicted up to 520 casualties on Ukrainian forces.
Russian aviation conducted airstrikes at Serhiyivka, Terny, Ivanivka, Fedorivka, Riznykivka, Vyyimka, Serebryanka, Vasukivka, Pazeno, Romanivka, Velyka Novosilka of Donetsk region.
On the Donetsk front, there are reports of four Ukrainian soldiers being executed by Russian forces after surrendering. This incident is under investigation as a potential war crime.
In the central part of Shevchenko, Russian forces destroyed a camouflaged enemy antenna. 425 ОШБ "Скала" conducted drone strike operation in Shevchenko.
The liberation of Uspenovka has been completed, its capture completed the work of the Russian Army to clean up the "pocket" in which several villages were located along the Sukhiye Yaly River.
Russian forces are developing an offensive towards Dimitrov.
In the Lyman direction, the enemy attacked 20 times. He tried to advance near Zeleny Gai, Grekivka, Nadiya, Terny and Ivanivka.
Using aviation in the Siversk direction, the enemy attacked twice in the direction of Verkhnyokamyansky and Білогорівка.
In the Kramatorsk direction, the occupiers carried out two assaults near Stupochki.
In the Pokrovsk direction, Ukrainian defenders repelled 29 offensive actions of the aggressor near Myrolyubivka, Promenya, Lysivka, Zeleny, Novy Trud, Dachenske and Novovasilivka. The enemy actively used aviation.
In the Kurakhiv direction, the Defense Forces repelled 15 attacks in the areas of Stary Terny, Kurakhove and Dachne.
In the Vremivka direction, according to updated information, the enemy carried out 47 attacks on Ukrainian positions near Uspenivka, Yantarne, Kostyantynopil, Novosilky, Blagodatne and in the direction of Rozlyv and Odradne.
Over the past day, in the Orihiv direction, Ukrainian positions were attacked seven times near Novoandriivka and Pyatykhatky.
In the Prydniprovskyi direction, Ukrainian defenders repelled five assault actions, the enemy was unsuccessful.
Donetsk People's Republic was shelled 15 times by Ukrainian forces.
Kremennaya-Terny
Active combat operations near Kremennaya.
Russian forces advanced in Terny and expanded their control, pushing towards Borova.
Kyiv is transferring reserves to Lozova in Kharkiv Oblast.
Russian forces are successfully storming Zahryzove, pushing through enemy defenses near Lozova (which the Russian Ministry of Defense previously announced as liberated) and Zelenyi Hai, moving towards Borova. They have also made progress from Pervomaiske towards Cheneshchyna.
Russian forces are successfully storming Zahryzove, pushing through enemy defenses near Lozova (which the Russian Ministry of Defense previously announced as liberated) and Zelenyi Hai, moving towards Borova. They have also made progress from Pervomaiske towards Cheneshchyna.
Kyiv is transferring reserves to Lozova in Kharkiv Oblast to save the Ukrainian forces from the fire bag formed by Russian forces.
A map depicts a portion of the Svatove (Сватовское) direction, likely in eastern Ukraine. The map includes several small villages or settlements. The map is dated December 22, 2024. Red Areas: Show territory under the control of the Russian Armed Forces (ВС РФ). Pink Outlined Areas: Indicate territory that has recently transitioned to Russian control. Red Down Triangles: Mark settlements controlled by Russian forces. Blue Down Triangles: Mark settlements controlled by Ukrainian forces (ВСУ). Grey Down Triangles: Indicate settlements within a contested or "grey" zone. Blue Lines: Represent various fortifications. Yellow Dashed Lines: Appear to indicate "dragon's teeth," anti-tank obstacles. Orange Lines: Mark ruts or trenches. Villages like Snykovo, Zagryzovo, Bohuslavka, Lozova, and others are labeled, highlighting areas of contention. The map is produced by a group called “Z-Komitet.”
A map depicts the "Svatove Direction" of a conflict, likely the war in Ukraine, with a stated date of December 22, 2024. The key elements are terrain, settlements, and control indicators for the Russian Armed Forces (BC РФ) and Ukrainian Armed Forces (ВСУ), along with defensive infrastructure. The map uses a color-coded elevation model, with red and orange indicating higher ground. There are noticeable ridges running in a generally north-south direction, and rivers/water features. This terrain affects movement and defensive positions. The map highlights a number of settlements, including Колесниковка, Сеньково, Кругляковка, Загрызово, Лесная Стенка, Богуславка, Новоплатоновка, Боровская, Андреевка, Зеленый Гай, Лозовая, Стельмаховка, Артемовка, Розовка, Вишнёвое. These are marked with different symbols representing the controlling party. Red Circle: "Территория контроля ВС РФ" indicates areas controlled by Russian forces. Orange Circle: "Территория перешла под контроль ВС РФ" suggests recent advances by the Russian forces in those areas. Downward Red Triangle: "Населённый пункт под контролем ВС РФ" shows towns under Russian control. Downward Blue Triangle: "Населённый пункт под контролем ВСУ" indicates towns controlled by Ukrainian forces. Downward Gray Triangle: "Населённый пункт в серой зоне" depicts areas in dispute or contested. Blue Lines: Represent "Укрепления" or fortifications/entrenchments. Yellow Lines: Represent "Зубы дракона" - dragon's teeth anti-tank obstacles. Orange Lines: Represent "Рвы" - trenches or ditches.
A map depicts the military situation in the Svatove direction as of December 22, 2024. It's likely related to the conflict in Ukraine, showing the control zones of Russian (ВС РФ) and Ukrainian (ВСУ) forces. The map also shows fortifications, such as 'dragon teeth' obstacles and trenches. The majority of the area shown is under the control of Russian forces (red color). A smaller area to the west is controlled by Ukrainian forces (blue color). There are areas where Russian forces have recently gained control (pink circles), indicating an ongoing offensive. Several settlements are either under Russian or Ukrainian control with very few being in a grey zone. Russian-Controlled: Kolesnikovka, Kruglyakovka, Peschanoye, Berestovoe, Stelmakhovka, Artemovka, Rozovka and Vishnevoye. Ukrainian-Controlled: Senskovo, Lesnaya Stenka, Boguslavka, Novoplatonovka, Borovskaya Andreevka, and Zelenyy Gai. Grey Zone: Zagryzovo and Lozovaya. There are blue lines depicting fortifications. Yellow lines indicate 'dragon teeth' obstacles. Orange lines represent trenches or ravines.
An attack by a Russian infantry unit was reported in the village of Terny.
Shelling of a Russian assault group by Ukrainian forces was observed.
Russian forces advanced in the central part of Terny and expanded their territorial control by up to 400 meters.
Kursk Region
Russian forces liberated Novoivanovka and made advances in the northern Sudzha district and near Cherkasskaya Konopelka.
Ukrainian reserves transferred to the Kursk region were reportedly destroyed in the Sumy region.
Heavy fighting continues along the front line. The hottest point was Kursk, with 57 clashes.
Ka-52M helicopters reportedly disrupted a rotation of Ukrainian units in the border area.
Paratroopers of the 76th division of the Airborne Forces are storming the positions of the Ukrainian Armed Forces near Mykolaivka.
HIMARS Strike: Ukrainian forces reportedly used two HIMARS missiles with cluster munitions against groups of North Korean special forces near Mala Loknia and Kruhlenke, resulting in heavy losses.
The "Sever" group of forces is engaged in fierce battles along the entire front line.
Russian assault groups are advancing in Kruhlenke and have made progress in Cherkasskaya Konopelka.
Russian Defense Ministry reports that over the past 24 hours, Ukrainian forces lost over 300 troops, two tanks (including one U.S.-made Abrams), three infantry fighting vehicles (including one U.S.-made Bradley, one German-made Marder, and one Swedish-made CV-90), three armored fighting vehicles (including one U.S.-made Stryker and two M113s), three armored fighting vehicles, one artillery gun, four mortars, one U.S.-made M88 armored recovery vehicle, and eight motor vehicles in the Kursk direction.
Ukrainian forces conducted a successful drone operation in the Kursk region, targeting a Russian T-90 tank and an ammunition depot. The operation involved a group of attack drones, including "Baba Yaga" heavy bombers and FPV drones. The T-90 tank was destroyed by a direct hit from an FPV drone, while the ammunition depot was destroyed by a "Baba Yaga" drone. The operation was carried out by the 3rd Company of the "Achilles" strike drone battalion, 92nd Separate Mechanized Brigade. The operation resulted in the destruction of a significant amount of Russian military equipment and ammunition. The Ukrainian Ministry of Defense confirmed the operation and praised the effectiveness of the Ukrainian drone units.
Active combat operations reported near Sudzha, with Russian forces attacking in the direction of Viktorivka and advancing up to 2 km.
A captured Ukrainian soldier confessed to killing civilians in the Kursk region. Another Ukrainian soldier reported orders to shoot civilians if necessary.
Alleged Atrocities by Mercenaries: A Brazilian mercenary admitted to killing two Russian soldiers, a father and son, during combat in the Kursk region.
The head of the Development Corporation of the Kursk region was detained for embezzling over 173 million rubles during the construction of fortifications.
Video shows drone footage from the 80th Separate Airborne Assault Brigade of the Ukrainian Armed Forces engaging Russian infantry in the Kursk region.
Video shows a drone strike on a US-made M2 Bradley infantry fighting vehicle near Sudzha. The Bradley was destroyed by a direct hit from an FPV drone.
Reports of Atrocities: A captured Ukrainian soldier confessed to killing civilians in the Kursk region. Another Ukrainian soldier reported orders to shoot civilians if necessary.
Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi reported on the frontline and the areas of the Kursk operation. There are already over three thousand wounded and killed North Korean soldiers in the Kursk region.
Other Key Developments
Drone Activity:
Five drones were reported in the Lozova area of Kharkiv Oblast, with a northerly course.
One drone is approaching Kharkiv.
Three drones are flying from Kharkiv Oblast towards Sumy Oblast.
Several groups of drones are in Kharkiv Oblast, with a northwesterly and northeasterly course.
Drones are in the north of Sumy Oblast, with a northwesterly course.
Drones are in Poltava Oblast, with a northwesterly course.
One drone with a western course is reported in the south of Khmelnytskyi Oblast.
Zaporizhzhia is still under attack, with 2 drones approaching from the south and west.
One drone is reported at the intersection of Kyiv and Chernihiv Oblasts with a western course, and 3 drones are in the north of Kyiv Oblast with a western course.
One drone has left Kyiv Oblast for Belarus.
Four drones are east of Chernihiv with a southwestern course, and 5 drones are flying near Konotop with a southwestern course.
One drone was reported on the Khmelnytskyi and Chernivtsi Oblast border, heading west.
New groups of enemy drones are entering from Bryansk region to Chernihiv region, with a southern/southwestern course.
One drone was reported near Irpin heading towards Zhytomyr Oblast.
Seven drones were reported in the north of Kyiv Oblast, heading west.
Five drones were reported near Nizhyn, heading south.
Two drones were reported flying through the Pryluky district towards Cherkasy Oblast.
One drone was reported at the intersection of Zhytomyr and Vinnytsia Oblasts, heading west.
The air raid alert for Ternopil Oblast has been issued due to the threat of enemy drones from the south.
New: Drone reported in Ivano-Frankivsk Oblast.
New: Drone on the east of Chernihiv Oblast, heading south/southwest.
New: Drone on the north of Kyiv Oblast, heading west.
New: Drone on the south and east of Kyiv Oblast, heading west/southwest.
New: Drone on the west of Kyiv Oblast, heading east/southeast.
New: 2 drones are flying over Fastiv towards Bila Tserkva.
New: 1 drone is east of Bila Tserkva, heading southwest.
New: 3 drones from the north of Kyiv Oblast are crossing into Zhytomyr Oblast.
New: 4 drones in the east of Kyiv Oblast, heading southwest.
New: 5 drones near Nizhyn.
New: 2 new drones in the north of Chernihiv Oblast.
Update: New groups of enemy drones are entering Chernihiv Oblast from the Bryansk region with a southwestern course.
The air raid alert for Zaporizhzhia Oblast has been lifted.
A video report by Maxim Grigoriev, titled "Time to Be Together," alleges that Ukrainian forces committed mass killings of civilians in Selidovo. The video includes graphic content and testimonies from alleged witnesses.
The "Kaira" UAV squad of the 68th Army Corps is actively targeting and destroying enemy equipment. An FPV drone operator with the call sign "Hooligan" successfully hit and destroyed an enemy armored vehicle.
A video released by the Ukrainian Armed Forces' Operational Command "Luhansk" showcases operations within their area of responsibility, with the caption "Maximum Russophobia."
A video shows a group of soldiers singing a carol in a basic shelter or dugout, suggesting a forward position in low-light conditions. The soldiers are wearing various cold-weather military uniforms and their demeanor seems positive. The video has a strong psychological and propaganda aspect, aiming to boost the morale of Ukrainian troops by reinforcing their cultural connection, unity, and ancestral legacy.
An image depicts the aftermath of an attack on a building, likely a theater or cultural center, with a visible marking "ДЕТИ" ("CHILDREN" in Russian) on the ground. The image is used to highlight the destruction brought about by military action in Ukraine, suggesting a potentially large civilian impact.
Battle with the disaster on the coast: tens of thousands of tons of "infected" soil after the shipwreck.
The head of the Ministry of Emergency Situations and the governor of the Krasnodar Territory arrived, operational services and volunteers collected more than 13,000 tons of dirty soil, which is waiting for disposal at an enterprise in the Temryuk district.
The "SAVE THE SEA" call center has started its work, through which anyone can find out the necessary information on coordinating the work to eliminate the consequences of the oil spill.
Volunteers showed the processes of loading and removing contaminated soil from the place where bags of dirty sand were allegedly buried: a “barkhan” of bags of fuel oil has been removed by heavy equipment since the morning. The day before, it was raked specifically in this and several other places in order to quickly remove oil products from the beach. In the video, several excavators load one dump truck after another.
Analysis of Key Developments
The situation in the Donetsk Oblast remains highly dynamic, with Russian forces making significant advances in several areas, particularly around Velyka Novosilka, Kurakhove, and Toretsk. The reported liberation of Storozheve and the ongoing battles for Chasov Yar further highlight the intensity of the fighting in this region.
The Kursk region continues to be a focal point of conflict, with reports of heavy fighting and significant Ukrainian losses. The alleged involvement of North Korean special forces and the reported use of HIMARS missiles against them add another layer of complexity to the situation.
The increased drone activity across multiple regions underscores the importance of aerial warfare in the conflict. Both sides are actively using drones for reconnaissance, targeting, and attack missions. The new reports of drone movements towards Ivano-Frankivsk, Khmelnytskyi, Chernivtsi, Zhytomyr, and Ternopil Oblasts indicate a potential expansion of the drone campaign.
The allegations of atrocities in Selidovo and the reports of civilian killings in the Kursk region highlight the human cost of the conflict and the potential for war crimes.
The new video of the "Kaira" UAV squad and the Ukrainian Armed Forces' Operational Command "Luhansk" video showcase the ongoing use of technology and propaganda in the conflict.
The new information on Russian advances near Toretsk indicates a significant shift in the frontline and a potential breakthrough for Russian forces.
Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi's report on the Kursk operation and the involvement of North Korean soldiers suggests a potential escalation of the conflict and the involvement of foreign fighters.
The destruction of enemy equipment by the "Kaira" UAV squad highlights the effectiveness of drone warfare and the vulnerability of armored vehicles to drone attacks.
The Ukrainian Armed Forces' video with the caption "Maximum Russophobia" suggests a propaganda effort aimed at rallying support and demonizing the enemy.
The reported Russian advance of 2 km and occupation of the center of Shcherbinovka represents a significant tactical gain for Russian forces and could lead to further advances in the area.
The multiple reports of drone activity across various regions indicate a widespread and ongoing aerial campaign by both sides, highlighting the importance of air defense and counter-drone measures.
The continued fighting in the Donetsk and Kursk regions, coupled with the reported advances and casualties, suggests that the conflict remains intense and far from over. Both sides are actively engaged in offensive and defensive operations, with the frontline constantly shifting.
The involvement of foreign fighters, such as the alleged North Korean
