Updated Analysis of the Military Situation in Ukraine - January 15, 2025, 03:07 UTC

Strategic Overview

The military situation in Ukraine remains highly volatile and unfavorable for Ukrainian forces. Russian forces maintain a strong offensive momentum, particularly in the Donetsk region. The capture of Kurakhove, Peschanoye, and the near-total control of Toretsk underscore the immense pressure on Ukrainian defenses. The advance towards Pokrovsk and along the Pokrovsk-Konstantinovka highway signifies a clear Russian objective to sever Ukrainian lines of communication and potentially encircle Ukrainian forces.

In the Kursk region, the stalled Ukrainian counteroffensive and renewed Russian advances, particularly in the Sudzha area around Russkoye Porechnoye and towards Kositsa, highlight the challenges faced by Ukrainian forces in regaining lost territory.

Drone warfare continues unabated, with both sides employing drones for reconnaissance, targeting, and attacks. This demonstrates the evolving nature of the conflict, where drone technology plays a pivotal role. Ukrainian air defenses are actively engaging Russian drones, but the sheer number employed by both sides poses a significant challenge. The confirmed drone attacks on oil depots and industrial facilities in Engels, Kazan, Saratov, Almetyevsk, and other locations deep inside Russian territory, along with reported attacks on Voronezh, Kursk, Tambov, and Lipetsk, highlight the vulnerability of critical infrastructure to drone and potentially missile strikes. Airports in Penza, Ulyanovsk, Kazan, and Saratov are closed due to drone attacks.

Russian forces have reportedly destroyed the main Ukrainian forces in Zahryzove and initiated battles in Bohuslavka, Kharkiv Oblast.

A new development is the reported takeoff of three Russian Tu-95MS strategic bombers from the Olenya airbase. This could signal an impending strategic air attack. The Ukrainian Air Force reports activity of enemy tactical aviation in the north-eastern direction and a threat of the use of aviation means of destruction for front-line areas. Launches of guided aerial bombs by enemy tactical aircraft are reported in the Sumy, Kharkiv, and Donetsk regions.

Key Developments

Donetsk Region

Fall of Kurakhove: Russian forces control most of Kurakhove, with Ukrainian forces holding the western part, including a thermal power plant. Ukrainian sources indicate the city is "factually lost." DeepState has officially acknowledged the loss of Kurakhovo. 16 Ukrainian soldiers surrendered to Russian forces near Kurakhovo.
Critical Situation in Toretsk: Less than 15% of Toretsk remains under Ukrainian control. Russian assault groups have infiltrated Ukrainian formations. Russian forces have established a flag in the northern part of the city, confirming their control over the northern part of Dzerzhynsk (Toretsk). Russian sources claim that almost the entire city is under their control. Ukrainian forces are using a captured T-80 tank, equipped with additional drone protection, in the defense of Toretsk. A military hospital in Toretsk is reportedly on fire.
Russian Advances Towards Pokrovsk: Russian forces are intensifying attacks near Pokrovsk, with progress in Novovasylivka, Yelyzavetivka, and Baranovka. Video evidence shows the destruction of enemy defenses by the 35th Brigade near Pokrovsk. The speaker of the operational-strategic group "Khortytsia" denies that Pokrovsk is under threat of encirclement. Russian forces have advanced to within 6.5 km of the Dnipropetrovsk Oblast border. Fighting is ongoing near Kotlyne, and Russian forces are advancing toward Novoserhiivka. They are advancing towards Pokrovsk along the T 0406 road and are less than 10 kilometers from the city. The highway between Dymytrov (Myrnohrad) and Konstantinovka has been cut.
Shevchenko, Yantarne, and Peschanoye Captured: Russian forces have captured Shevchenko and Yantarne. The Russian Ministry of Defense has officially confirmed the capture of Shevchenko and Peschanoye.
Other Advances: Further Russian gains near Vozdvyzhenka, Baranivka, Solone, Slovyanka, Petropavlivka, Novoelizavetovka, and Kurakhove. Advances in Pisky and the eastern outskirts of Dachne. Gains are also reported near Chasiv Yar, Belogorovka, Ukrainka, Novyi Trud, Ivan-Daryevka, Slavyanka, Petropavlovka, Myrolyubivka, Vodyane Druhe, Baranivka, Zelene Pole, and Tymofiivka. An attack by Russian forces near Malinivka resulted in an advance of over 2.5 km towards a road junction on the Krasnoarmiisk-Konstantinovka highway.
Intense Fighting: The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports particularly intense fighting in the Pokrovsky and Kurakhiv directions, with 192 attacks in the Donetsk direction and 107 in the Pokrovsk direction over the past day. The Ukrainian General Staff reports 166 combat clashes in the past 24 hours, with almost half of them in the Pokrovsk direction.
Chasiv Yar: Video evidence of a successful Russian "Lancet" drone strike on a Ukrainian BMP. Ukrainian forces reported shooting down four Russian reconnaissance drones. Russian forces now control approximately 20% of the territory of the refractory plant. Russian forces, specifically paratroopers from the 98th Airborne Division, destroyed a Polish WB Electronics FlyEye reconnaissance drone near Chasiv Yar.
On the Kramatorsk direction, Ukrainian forces repelled six attacks, with five clashes ongoing.
On the Toretsk direction, three Russian attacks were reported, with one ongoing.
On the Pokrovsk direction, supported by aviation, Russian forces initiated 28 clashes, with five ongoing.
On the Kurakhiv direction, fierce battles are ongoing, with 14 enemy attacks repelled.
Dnipropetrovsk Direction: Battles are ongoing across the entire direction, with particularly fierce battles near Novovasylivka - Uspenivka. Russian forces have cleared Novovasylivka and are engaged in battles to capture Uspenivka. Further south, there are intense battles for Novoandreevka and near Sribne. Near Slavyanka, Russian units have advanced towards the road to Andreevka.
Ukrainian Resistance: Ukrainian forces are resisting the Russian advance, reporting the repulsion of an assault near Velyka Novosilka and pushing Russian forces out of the southern part of Novoielizavetivka.
Russian forces are advancing towards Vodyane Druhe and Tarasovka, with battles ongoing for Baranovka and Yelyzavetivka.
Russian forces advanced in Petrovka (Novospasskoe), west of Shcherbinovka.
Russian forces have liberated Ukrainka and are advancing towards Yasenovoye.
Explosions were reported in Samara (Novomoskovsk), Dnipropetrovsk Oblast.
Ukrainian Strike on Russian Command Post: Ukrainian General Staff reports a successful high-precision strike on a command post of the 8th Guards Combined Arms Army of the Russian Federation in Khartsyzk.
Casualties: Ukrainian forces report the elimination of 189 Russian troops and the wounding of 188 in the Donetsk region. One tank, two BTRs, three vehicles, and a Russian UAV antenna were destroyed.
Russian forces report the destruction of a Ukrainian T-72M1 tank near Vozdvyzhenka using drones.
New: The Ukrainian Air Force reports launches of guided aerial bombs by tactical aviation in the north of the Donetsk region.
New: A video from "TASS" shows the Russian military disrupting the actions of two Ukrainian engineering groups in the Donetsk region. The head of the press center of the "Vostok" group, Alexander Gordeev, reports on the operation.
New: Battles are ongoing for Kotlyno and Udachne, with Russian forces advancing south of Udachne and attacking Ukrainian positions to the east.
New: Ukrainian forces are attempting to counterattack near Shevchenko.
New: Fighting is ongoing for Lysivka and Sukhyi Yar, with slow progress reported.
New: Russian forces are attacking the outskirts of Dmytriv (Myrnohrad).
New: Russian forces are expanding their control near the road junction of Yelyzavetivka - Nova Poltavka - Tarasivka - Baranivka.
New: Russian forces are reportedly using the "Uragan" MLRS to destroy enemy positions.
New: Russian forces have reportedly cut off one of the two routes from Krasnoarmiisk (Pokrovsk) to Dnipro, specifically the road through Mezhova.
New: The Ukrainian Air Force reports repeated launches of guided aerial bombs by Russian tactical aviation in the Donetsk region.
Zaporizhzhia: The number of wounded from a Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia has risen to two.

Kursk Region

Stalled Ukrainian Counteroffensive: The Ukrainian counteroffensive has stalled, with reports of heavy losses (estimated up to 48,000 casualties). The intensity of the fighting in the Kursk region is being compared to the battles of Bakhmut and Avdiivka. Ukrainian forces reportedly attempted five counterattacks, all of which were repelled.
Renewed Russian Offensive: Russian forces have resumed offensive operations, with advances near Novaya Sorochina, between Guyevo and Kurilovka, and in the forested areas of the Sudzha border region. Russian forces have captured Russkoye Porechnoye and are currently assaulting Cherkasskoye Porechnoye.
Intense Fighting: Intense fighting is reported in multiple locations, including Pogrebki, Orlovka, Staraya Sorochina, Novaya Sorochina, and the forests near Sverdlikovo and Lebedevka.
Artillery & Drones: Russian artillery and drone operations are proving effective. Russian units reportedly destroyed Ukrainian armored vehicles with a "Kub" kamikaze drone. Calculation of FPV drones of the Rubikon center destroyed the Ukrainian self-propelled guns in the Kursk direction. In the Kursk region, Primorsky paratroopers destroyed a Ukrainian pickup truck with a drone.
Reinforcements: Over 350 enemy personnel, including special operations forces, have reportedly arrived in the region.
Enemy Reserves: Intelligence suggests a concentration of enemy forces near Pogrebki and the presence of Ukrainian reserves in the Sumy region.
Makhnovka: Heavy fighting continues, with both sides present. Paratroopers are reportedly pushing Ukrainian forces out of Makhnovka and Dmitryukov.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports that in Kurshchyna today, Ukrainian defenders repelled 16 enemy attacks, six combat clashes continue.
The Russian Ministry of Defense reports significant Ukrainian losses in the region during the day and since the beginning of hostilities.
Video evidence of Russian forces capturing 13 Ukrainian soldiers from the 82nd Brigade.
Video of a Russian Su-34 bomber destroying a Ukrainian stronghold.
The situation in Cherkasskoye Porechnoye, Martynovka, Agronom, and Pogrebki remains unchanged.
Active fighting is taking place in the area of Sudzha. An attack by the Russian Armed Forces in the settlement of Russkoye Porechnoye by an infantry unit was reported. The Russian Armed Forces advanced more than 2 km and reached the advanced positions near the village of Kositsa.
Russian sources claim the enemy has lost at least 35 pieces of equipment and more than 200 personnel in the last two days, with 14 Ukrainian soldiers captured near Berdin.
26 Ukrainian soldiers surrendered after a failed counterattack, according to Russian sources.
Almost 30 Ukrainian paratroopers were captured after a failed counterattack in Volchansk.
Dozens of Ukrainian soldiers have been taken prisoner.
Ukrainian airborne troops from the 95th Air Assault Brigade are using drones to attack Russian forces in Pogrebki.
Russian forces report that they have cleared Berdin of Ukrainian forces and that Ukrainian forces are retreating to the forests.
Russian forces report that they are continuing to storm Pogrebki and that both sides are present in the village.
Russian forces report that they control most of Russkoye Porechnoye and are concentrating reserves southwest of Kozino.
Russian forces are continuing their offensive near Leonidovo, advancing towards Viktorivka and Nikolsky.
Russian forces are attempting to reach the outskirts of Sudzha, with fighting ongoing near Zamostye.
Russian forces have made a powerful 10-kilometer breakthrough on the Kursk front, liberating Alexandria after previously taking Leonidovo, Novoivanovka, and Kruglenkoye. They have advanced up to 4 kilometers deep on a 10-kilometer wide front.
Russian forces have advanced on the western and northern flanks in the Kursk region, penetrating up to 4 kilometers deep on a 10-kilometer wide front.
After liberating Leonidovo, Russian paratroopers took control of Alexandria and are continuing their attacks towards Staraya Sorochina, Viktorovka, and Nikolsky.
The pro-Ukrainian analytical resource Deep State has acknowledged the liberation of Leonidovo, Alexandria, and Novoivanovka by Russian forces.
The cleanup of Pogrebki continues on the southern flank, while paratroopers continue their assault on Makhnovka.
A Russian Mi-28NM helicopter destroyed a Ukrainian stronghold in the border area of the Kursk region, according to the Russian Ministry of Defense.
Russian forces are advancing in the Sudzha area, with reports of an infantry unit attacking Russkoye Porechnoye and reaching advanced positions near Kositsa.
"Два майора" reports that in the Kursk region, the enemy launched 11 unsuccessful counterattacks on different sectors of the front in the Sudzhansky border area. Our troops have completed the clearing of enemy strongholds between Guyevo and Kurilovka, advancing with stubborn fighting in the forest belts of the Sudzhansky district.
Analysis of an image showing a map overlay of the Kursk region, with red areas indicating Russian-controlled territory. Thermal drone footage on the right side of the image shows potential troop or vehicle presence. The image suggests an offensive movement from Kositsa towards Russkoye Porechnoye.
"АРХАНГЕЛ СПЕЦНАЗА" reports that the situation on all fronts remains unchanged, with Russian forces consolidating their positions. Fighting continues in Pogrebki and on the western outskirts of Russkoye Porechnoye.
Video evidence shows Ukrainian forces successfully employing a "Stugna-P" ATGM system against enemy vehicles in the region.
A German Leopard 2A6 tank was destroyed in the Kursk region.
Zelensky stated that the Kursk operation was one of the main victories, not only last year, but throughout the war.
Video from "Colonelcassad" details the ongoing fighting in the Kursk region, with Russian forces advancing in Nikolaevo-Daryino, Makhnovka, and Russkoye Porechnoye.
Video evidence shows a Russian soldier winning a hand-to-hand fight against a Ukrainian soldier, who subsequently detonated a grenade, killing himself.
"АРХАНГЕЛ СПЕЦНАЗА Z" reports that enemy groups attempted to infiltrate from Cherkasskoye Porechnoye but were repelled by artillery fire.
Video from "БУТУСОВ ПЛЮС" shows footage of Russian soldiers suffering losses in the Kursk region.
Video from "Colonelcassad" shows the 155th brigade of the Russian marines destroying Ukrainian manpower and equipment in the Kursk direction.
Overnight, in the Kursk region, 40 Ukrainian drones were destroyed by air defense forces.
Video from "Операция Z: Военкоры Русской Весны" reports that the 114th brigade has liberated Shevchenko.
Ukrainian forces from the 47th Mechanized Brigade repelled a massive Russian assault in the Viktorivka area near Malaya Loknya, Kursk region. The attack involved about 50 units of equipment.
Video evidence of a North Korean soldier evicting two Russian women from their house in the village of Makhnovka.
Video of a Russian Su-34 bomber destroying a Ukrainian stronghold in the Kursk border area.
The message states that the operation to neutralize the enemy in the Kursk region continues.
A Ukrainian counterattack involving about 50 units of equipment was repelled by Ukrainian forces near Viktorivka.
Positional fighting is reported near Sudzha and Uspenovka, with Russian forces reportedly crossing the Snagost River and advancing about 1 km.
The Russian Ministry of Defense reports that since the beginning of hostilities in the Kursk region, the AFU has lost 90 EW stations.
Ukrainian forces, specifically the "Birds of Madyar" unit, used drones to record the bodies of North Korean and Russian troops in Kursk Oblast.
South Korean intelligence reports that 300 North Korean soldiers have been killed in the Kursk region of Russia. The total estimated losses among North Korean troops in the region are around 3,000, with 300 killed and 2,700 wounded.
Russian forces are using Ka-52M helicopters to conduct airstrikes in the region.
Disrupting Troop Redeployment: Russian artillery disrupted a Ukrainian troop redeployment to the Kursk region, eliminating 3 armored vehicles and 20 personnel.
Air Raid in Sudzha: A Russian airstrike targeted a boarding school in Sudzha where civilians were sheltering, resulting in one death.
Casualties: Over 350 Ukrainian military personnel were reportedly lost in the Kursk direction during the day. Since the beginning of the assault, the Ukrainian Armed Forces have lost more than 50,000 soldiers.

Kharkiv Region

Russian Advances: Russian forces report advances towards Lozova in the Izyum area and in Dvurichna. They have reportedly expanded their bridgehead up to 5 km south of Dvorechnaya, occupied the forest near Zapadnoye, and advanced significantly in the center of Dvurichna.
Ukrainian forces have reportedly stabilized the situation near Kruhliakivka and Kolisnykivka, preventing further Russian advances along the Oskil River.
DeepState denies reports of the occupation of Lozova.
The 3rd Assault Brigade of the Ukrainian Armed Forces is reportedly engaging Russian forces on the outskirts of Kharkiv.
On the Kupyansk direction, fighters from the 1st Tank Army disrupted an enemy rotation and hit an American M113 armored personnel carrier with infantry.
The Ukrainian Armed Forces attempted to counterattack in the Staritsa area of the Kharkiv region, but the Russian Armed Forces prevented a breakthrough of the defense line.
Several dozen civilians reportedly remain in the frontline zone near Kupyansk, according to the head of the Kupyansk Regional State Administration.
New: Russian forces have reportedly destroyed the main Ukrainian forces in Zahryzove and initiated battles in Bohuslavka.
New: The Ukrainian Air Force reports that Russian forces are using guided aerial bombs (KAB) to attack targets in the Kharkiv region.
Clashes have been reported along the Kharkiv axis.
Airstrikes: Russian aviation conducted airstrikes at Veterynarne.

Luhansk Region

Russian Advances: On the Krasnolimansk direction, units of the Russian Army are developing success in Ivanovka (right bank of the Zherebets River). Russian forces are attempting to capture heights beyond Ivanovka near Terny and are storming Zahryzove. Russian forces have captured Ivanovka near Terny, marking a significant advance.
Following the liberation of Ivanovka, Russian troops continued their advance southward along the opposite bank of the Zherebets River from Terny.
Russian forces have successfully repelled over 30 Ukrainian attempts to infiltrate the Luhansk People's Republic in the past week, resulting in significant Ukrainian losses.
Russian forces are advancing near Makeevka, according to pro-Russian sources.
Russian forces report that they have expanded their zone of control on the right bank of the Zherebets River and are advancing towards the western border of the Luhansk People's Republic.
Russian forces report that they have advanced beyond Nadiya and are moving towards the border of the Luhansk People's Republic and the Kharkiv region.
Russian forces have reportedly advanced towards Kolodezi from Ivanivka on the Lyman axis.

Drone Warfare

Extensive Activity: Widespread drone activity is reported across multiple regions, with both sides utilizing drones for reconnaissance, targeting, and attacks. Ukrainian forces report that their drones can strike targets up to 2000 km away. Ukrainian air defense forces are actively engaging hostile drones.
Confirmed Attack in Engels: A Ukrainian drone attack on an industrial facility in Engels, deep inside Russian territory, has been confirmed. The fire at the oil depot is intensifying, with reports of new explosions and a state of emergency declared. The oil depot in Engels has been burning for 5 days. Open burning, which arose after the UAV attack, was eliminated at the enterprise in Engels.
New Drone Technology: Reports indicate that Russian forces are increasingly using drones connected to fiber-optic cables, which are resistant to electronic warfare. The new Russian "Pirahna-13" FPV drone, designed for remote mining and capable of carrying up to 15 kg of explosives, has been introduced. The drone on fiber optics called "Prince Vandal" will be produced under franchise in various regions of the Russian Federation, according to the general director of the SPC "Ushkuynik" Alexei Chadayev. ZALA has introduced a new compact and lightweight launch system for the "Lancet" series, specifically for the largest type, "Product 51". This system can be carried by a single operator and deployed in under a minute. It has been tested in combat and is in serial production.
New Drone Activity: Reports of drone movements across multiple oblasts:
- Zhytomyr Oblast: Drones are reported in the northern part, moving west. A new message indicates a southward trajectory for drones in Zhytomyr Oblast.
- Kyiv Oblast: Drones are present in the northern part, moving west. Air raid alerts have been reported for Kyiv. Reports indicate a drone hit a multi-story building in the Solomyanskyi district of Kyiv, damaging windows and 6 cars, but causing no casualties. A new message indicates strikes in Kyivska Oblast.
- Chernihiv Oblast: Drones are observed in the northern and southern parts, moving west. The Ukrainian Air Force reports activity of Russian drones in the Chernihiv region.
- Sumy Oblast: Two drones are heading towards Romny, and one towards Lypova Dolyna. The Ukrainian Air Force reports the launch of guided aerial bombs by tactical aircraft in Sumy Oblast. One drone is reported to be flying very low, moving from Ternopil Oblast to Lviv Oblast. One drone is circling at the intersection of Chernihiv and Poltava Oblasts.
- Kirovohrad Oblast: Drones are present in the eastern part, moving southwest.
- Kharkiv Oblast: Drones are moving from Kharkiv towards Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. Three drones are also reported to be near Lozova. Two drones are reported to be circling in the Krasnograd area, and one drone is moving from Kharkiv Oblast to Donetsk Oblast. Two drones are flying towards the Izyum area.
- Dnipropetrovsk Oblast: One drone is in the Kryvyi Rih district, another is over Dolynska.
- Poltava Oblast: One drone is reported to be circling south of Poltava. One drone is reported to be south of Oleksandriia with a southwestern course. One drone is flying past Poltava with a southern course.
- Cherkasy Oblast: One drone was reported in the eastern part, constantly changing course.
- Vinnytsia Oblast: One drone is reported to be flying over the region.
- Odesa Oblast: Drones on the border of Kirovohrad and Odesa regions, course - west.
- Kherson Oblast: A group of attack drones is reported on the north of the Kherson region with a course to the south.
- Overnight, in the Kursk region, 40 Ukrainian drones were destroyed by air defense forces.
- Ukrainian forces, specifically the "Birds of Madyar" unit, used drones to record the bodies of North Korean and Russian troops in Kursk Oblast.
- Air raid alerts have been called off for Zaporizhzhia and Dnipropetrovsk Oblasts.
- 9 drones are now reported to be circling Zaporizhzhia.
- Reports of drones being used to attack targets in Crimea. An explosion was reported in Kerch, potentially due to air defense activity. Reports that unknown drones are attacking Voronezh and Kursk in Russia.
- Video evidence of a successful Russian strike on a Ukrainian ammunition depot using an FPV drone equipped with fiber optic cable.
- Ukrainian forces report that they have destroyed 2 enemy electronic warfare systems and damaged a cannon using drones.
- Reports of a fire near Lake Bam, on the outskirts of Novorossiysk.
- Reports of an explosion in the Vitino area near Yevpatoria, Crimea.
- Reports of drone attacks on Novorossiysk, with Russian air defenses attempting to intercept them.
- Russian Telegram channels report air defense activity and the interception of drones and missiles over Sevastopol, Kerch, Taman, and the "Kavkaz" port.
- Drone attacks are reported in Voronezh, Kursk, Saratov, and Lipetsk Oblasts.
- Local authorities in Anapa report air defense activity.
- A community is requesting information about sightings in local chats in Anapa.
- A video from the Telegram channel "Colonelcassad" shows the destruction of an aerial repeater based on the Matrice 30t UAV in Pokrovsk.
- Video evidence shows Russian drone operators destroying a Ukrainian Grad MLRS in the Kherson region.
- City of Pryluky (Chernihiv Oblast) is under threat from enemy drones approaching from the northeast.
- Drones in the west of Poltava region, course - west / southwest;
- Drones in the north of Sumy region, course - south-west;
- Drones in the center of Chernihiv region, course - south / south-west;
- Drones in the east of Kyiv region, course - west / north-west;
- Drones on the border of Kirovohrad and Odesa regions, course - west.
- Enemy drone is moving in the direction of Cherkasy from the southeast.
- One drone north of Cherkasy, moving towards Kyiv Oblast. Two drones west of Poltava, moving northwest. Five drones near Konotop, moving southwest.
- Explosions were reported in Cherkasy and its outskirts.
- Russian forces launched an attack on the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant with 8 drones.
- Video from "БУТУСОВ ПЛЮС" shows a Ukrainian FPV drone attempting to hit a Russian Ka-52 "Alligator" helicopter. The helicopter evaded the attack. The incident took place in the Zaporizhzhia direction.
- Ukrainian border guards reportedly struck a Russian drone launch site in Vovchansk using drones.
- Video from "Colonelcassad" shows an unsuccessful attempt by a Ukrainian FPV drone to hit a Russian Ka-52 helicopter.
- Video from "Операция Z" shows the "String" of the "Brave" destroying enemy defenses while advancing towards Pokrovsk.
- Video from "Colonelcassad" shows the 155th brigade of the Russian marines destroying Ukrainian manpower and equipment in the Kursk direction.
- Ukrainian drone operators targeted and killed a Russian soldier in the Pokrovsk direction.
- In the Rostov region, 16 Ukrainian drones were destroyed by air defense forces.
- Soldiers of the 108th Air Assault Brigade shared footage of their work in the Zaporizhzhia region.
- Video evidence shows a Ukrainian drone operator targeting a Russian soldier.
- Video evidence of Russian helicopters operating in the conflict zone. The video shows at least three helicopters, including attack and transport types, flying over a rural landscape. One helicopter deploys flares, indicating a potential threat environment.
- Reports of Ukrainian air defense systems operating in the Kyiv region due to enemy drones.
- Multiple drones reported in various regions, including Lozova in Kharkiv Oblast, Kamensky (near Kryvyi Rih), east of Cherkasy, west of Poltava, near Vasylkiv, approaching Brovary from Nizhyn, and east of Konotop. One drone is reported to be north of Kyiv and another south of Kyiv, flying towards the capital from Obukhiv. Another drone is reported to be flying from Kharkiv Oblast towards Poltava Oblast.
- The Ukrainian Air Force reports activity of Russian drones in the Chernihiv region.
- A new video from the Telegram channel "Colonelcassad" shows a Russian "Lancet" loitering munition destroying a Ukrainian self-propelled howitzer near Vozdvyzhenka.
- The Ukrainian Air Force reports the movement of UAVs in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast towards the west and in Kirovohrad Oblast towards the east. They urge people to take shelter.
- A video from the Telegram channel "Colonelcassad" shows a Russian "Lancet" loitering munition destroying a Ukrainian self-propelled howitzer near Vozdvyzhenka. The footage demonstrates the continued use of loitering munitions to target enemy artillery and highlights the ongoing fighting in the area. The use of drones for reconnaissance and targeting is also evident. The "Lancet" is a Russian-made loitering munition that is known for its precision and ability to penetrate armor. The destruction of the self-propelled howitzer is a significant loss for Ukrainian forces and demonstrates the effectiveness of Russian drone warfare.
- A message from the Telegram channel "Операция Z: Военкоры Русской Весны" claims that the 506th Regiment has captured Yantarne, south of Kurakhovo. The message also claims that Russian forces are continuing to advance in the area. This information indicates that Russian forces are making progress in the Kurakhiv direction and are continuing their offensive operations. The capture of Yantarne is a significant development, as it further strengthens Russian positions in the area and puts additional pressure on Ukrainian defenses.
- A message from the Telegram channel "Colonelcassad" reports that a Russian "Lancet" loitering munition destroyed a Ukrainian T-72M1 tank near Vozdvyzhenka. The message also includes a video of the strike. This information demonstrates the continued use of loitering munitions to target enemy armor and highlights the ongoing fighting in the area. The destruction of the tank is a significant loss for Ukrainian forces and demonstrates the effectiveness of Russian drone warfare. The "Lancet" is a Russian-made loitering munition that is known for its precision and ability to penetrate armor.
- A message from the Telegram channel "Colonelcassad" reports that Russian paratroopers have captured the northern part of Dzerzhynsk (Toretsk). The message also claims that Russian forces have established a flag in the northern part of the city. This information indicates that Russian forces are making progress in the Toretsk direction and are continuing their offensive operations. The capture of the northern part of Dzerzhynsk (Toretsk) is a significant development, as it further strengthens Russian positions in the area and puts additional pressure on Ukrainian defenses.
- A message from the Telegram channel "Colonelcassad" reports that Russian forces have captured a Ukrainian stronghold in Kurakhove. The message also includes a video of the capture. This information indicates that Russian forces are continuing their offensive operations in the Kurakhiv direction and are making progress in capturing Ukrainian positions. The capture of the stronghold is a significant development, as it further strengthens Russian positions in the area and puts additional pressure on Ukrainian defenses.
- A message from the Telegram channel "Старше Эдды" reports that Russian forces have advanced 500 meters near the South-Eastern mine in Chasiv Yar and have claimed new positions in the northern part. The message also claims that Russian forces now control approximately 20% of the territory of the refractory plant. This information indicates that Russian forces are making progress in the Chasiv Yar direction and are continuing their offensive operations. The capture of new positions and the control of part of the refractory plant are significant developments, as they further strengthen Russian positions in the area and put additional pressure on Ukrainian defenses.
- A message from the Telegram channel "Colonelcassad" reports that Russian forces have captured Shevchenko. The message also includes a video of the capture. This information indicates that Russian forces are continuing their offensive operations and are making progress in capturing Ukrainian positions. The capture of Shevchenko is a significant development, as it further strengthens Russian positions in the area and puts additional pressure on Ukrainian defenses.
- A message from the Telegram channel "Z комитет + СВО карта" reports that Russian forces have captured Yantarne, south of Kurakhovo. The message also claims that Russian forces are continuing to advance in the area. This information indicates that Russian forces are making progress in the Kurakhiv direction and are continuing their offensive operations. The capture of Yantarne is a significant development, as it further strengthens Russian positions in the area and puts additional pressure on Ukrainian defenses.
- A message from the Telegram channel "Z комитет + СВО карта" reports that a group of

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