Updated Analysis of the Military Situation in Ukraine - January 18, 2025, 17:38 UTC

Strategic Overview

The military situation in Ukraine remains critical, with Russian forces maintaining offensive momentum across multiple fronts. Intense fighting is concentrated in the Donetsk region, particularly around Toretsk, Pokrovsk, and Kurakhove. Russian forces have captured key locations, including Shevchenko, Yantarne, Ukrainka, Peschanoye, and most of Kurakhove. The highway between Dmytriv (Myrnohrad) and Konstantinovka has been severed, severely hampering Ukrainian logistics. The situation in Toretsk is dire, with Ukrainian defenses nearly collapsed and less than 15% of the city remaining under Ukrainian control. Russian assault groups have infiltrated Ukrainian formations, and fighting is approaching its culmination, with Russian forces establishing a flag in the northern part of the city, confirming their control over the northern part of Dzerzhynsk (Toretsk). In Dzerzhynsk (Toretsk), Russian forces reportedly entered Petrivka from the direction of Shcherbynivka and are continuing to push Ukrainian troops out of the settlement. Russian forces are advancing towards Pokrovsk, having reportedly reached the outskirts and are now reportedly less than 10 kilometers from the city and within 5-7 km from the administrative border of Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. They are advancing in the Krasnoarmiisk direction towards Udachne, Kotlyno, Novosergievka, Zverevo, Lysovka, and Yelizavetovka. They have advanced to within 2300 meters of Udachne and are advancing in the direction of Udachne and in the northern part of the Kryvulya gully towards Kotlyno. They are also breaking through defenses near Zverevo and to the west. Further north, Russian forces have advanced towards Chunyshino and Novopavlivka from Zelene and Dacne. Intense fighting continues for Lysivka and Sukhyi Yar, with Russian forces attempting to cut off access to Pokrovsk and Myrnohrad. On the southern flank of the Pokrovsk (Krasnoarmiisk) direction, Russian forces are developing success near Yasne and Slovyanka. Russian forces report that they have entered Dmytriv and are advancing to the west and north of the settlement, as well as having severed the railway line and highway that Ukrainian forces used to supply their troops in Krasnoarmiisk.

A Ukrainian counteroffensive in the Kursk region has stalled, resulting in heavy losses. Russian forces have regained territory, making a 10-kilometer breakthrough, liberating several settlements including Alexandria, Leonidovo, Novoivanovka, and Kruglenkoye, and are advancing in the Sudzha area, reaching the outskirts of Kositsa. Reports indicate that Russian forces are using a new tactic of deploying a soldier as bait to lure in Ukrainian FPV drones. There are reports of an impending decisive battle for the Kursk region, with Ukrainian forces concentrating significant resources in the Sudzha area.

In the Luhansk region, Russian forces have captured Ivanovka near Terny and are advancing towards the western border of the Luhansk People's Republic. They have also advanced 2 km northwest of Makiivka and have taken control of a forest area between the settlements, continuing to advance towards Hrekivka. Russian assault teams have advanced in Petropavlivka, destroying several Ukrainian strongholds.

Drone warfare remains a dominant feature, with extensive activity across multiple regions. Ukrainian drone attacks deep inside Russian territory have been confirmed, targeting oil depots, industrial facilities, and military infrastructure. Russian forces are reportedly using new drones connected to fiber-optic cables, resistant to electronic warfare.

New Developments Since the Last Update (Past 6 Hours):

• Explosions were reported in Kharkiv, specifically in the Kharkiv and Chuhuiv districts. A fire broke out in a two-story building in the Vysochansk community due to a Russian attack.
• The body of a dead man was recovered from the rubble in Zaporizhzhia. One more person is known to be under the rubble, and the search and rescue operation is ongoing. The death toll is now confirmed at one, with ten wounded.
• A Russian drone is moving in the direction of Myrhorod from the northeast. A drone is also reported in the Shyshaky area (Poltava region), moving south.
• The threat of ballistic missile use has been lifted for all regions.
• The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports that Russian forces are using special munitions loaded with dangerous chemicals, specifically citing K-51 and RG-VO riot control agents, which are prohibited for use in warfare. They report 434 cases of such munitions being used in December 2024 alone, and a total of 5389 cases since February 2023.
• Reports indicate a potential ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas.
• Russian forces report advances in Dmytriv, cutting off the railway and highway used by Ukrainian forces to supply their troops in Krasnoarmiisk. They also claim to have entered Urozhaine and Novosergiyivka and to have liberated Slovyanka and Yasenove.
• A video reportedly shows Russian forces using a Lancet loitering munition to destroy a Ukrainian BTR-4 "Butsefal" armored personnel carrier in the Sumy region.
• The air raid alert in Zaporizhzhia Oblast has been lifted.
• The term for voluntary return to service for Ukrainian military personnel who deserted has been extended to March 1, 2025.
• Russian law enforcement reportedly exposed another network of Ukrainian special service agents in the city of Primorsk, Leningrad region. Four individuals were arrested for arson attacks on communication towers and a humanitarian aid collection point.
• Ukrainian forces reportedly inflicted significant damage on Russian equipment, including a BMP, BTR-D, IMR-2, SAU NONA, and three BMDs, one of which was carrying infantry. They also reportedly destroyed a BMD and a group of Russian soldiers.
• Russian forces reportedly entered Dmytrovo, advancing west and north, and cutting off the railway and highway used by Ukrainian forces to supply troops in Krasnoarmiisk. They also claim to have entered Urozhaine and Novosergiyivka and liberated Slovyanka and Yasenove.
• A Ukrainian company from Dnipropetrovsk reportedly facilitated the development of nuclear weapons for Russia by supplying stainless steel profiles used in a Russian nuclear research institute.
• A meeting was held in Brovary between representatives of the Coordination Headquarters for the Treatment of Prisoners of War (Central Region) and the families of captured and missing defenders. The meeting addressed issues related to exchange processes, communication with investigators and military units, and mechanisms for searching for information about prisoners and missing persons.
• Reports of a Ukrainian soldier being awarded the title of Hero of Ukraine after being killed in action.
• Reports of Russian forces using FPV drones to destroy Ukrainian personnel and equipment.
• Reports of damage to a two-story building in the Vysochansk community of Kharkiv region due to a Russian attack.
• Reports of Russian drones moving in the direction of Myrhorod and Shyshaky.
• Reports of Russian forces using Lancet loitering munitions to destroy a Ukrainian BTR-4 "Butsefal" armored personnel carrier in the Sumy region.
• Reports of multiple attacks by Russian forces on Nikopol region using drones, MLRS "Grad," and artillery.
• Reports of Russian forces destroying Ukrainian personnel near Yantarne.
• Reports of the Ukrainian Air Force lifting the threat of ballistic missile use for all regions, but maintaining a threat of drone attacks for Sumy and Poltava regions.
• Reports of Ukrainian forces observing a Russian FAB-500 aerial bomb with a UMPK kit flying towards a target in the South Donetsk direction.
• Reports of a potential deal between Israel and Hamas involving the release of hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners.
• Reports of a Ukrainian military spokesperson providing an operational update on the situation in the area of responsibility of the "Khortytsia" operational-strategic group.
• Reports of a Russian soldier describing the aftermath of a Ukrainian tank attack on their positions, resulting in the destruction of a dugout and equipment.
• Reports of rescuers recovering the body of a person killed in a Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia.
• Reports of the World Monuments Fund, in collaboration with the Global Heritage Fund, including the Moon in its list of specially protected objects.
• Reports of the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense stating that students who refuse to take the military oath or fail the military training exam will be expelled from universities.
• Reports of two people, including a 14-year-old girl, being killed in a traffic accident in St. Petersburg, Russia.
• Reports of former German Chancellor Angela Merkel expressing doubt that Ukraine can maintain its independence without the support of the US and NATO.
• Reports of newly elected US President Donald Trump launching his own cryptocurrency, $TRUMP.
• Reports of a Ukrainian drone unit, "Ghost of Khortytsia," conducting operations against Russian forces.
• Reports of Russian forces targeting the "Luch" design bureau in Kyiv, reportedly disrupting the development of the "Vilkha" multiple launch rocket system (MLRS).
• Reports of the Ukrainian Air Force lifting the threat of drone attacks for Sumy Oblast.
• New: Video evidence of a Russian BMP infantry fighting vehicle driving down a muddy track through a field in foggy conditions. It is shot from a drone's perspective. We see the vehicle from behind as it travels along the track. The camera follows the vehicle closely, eventually getting very close and even showing the interior of the vehicle, which has sustained damage. The video shows a Russian BMP infantry fighting vehicle driving down a muddy track through a field in foggy conditions. It is shot from a drone's perspective. We see the vehicle from behind as it travels along the track. The camera follows the vehicle closely, eventually getting very close and even showing the interior of the vehicle, which has sustained damage. The video shows a Russian BMP infantry fighting vehicle driving down a muddy track through a field in foggy conditions. It is shot from a drone's perspective. We see the vehicle from behind as it travels along the track. The camera follows the vehicle closely, eventually getting very close and even showing the interior of the vehicle, which has sustained damage.
• New: Ukrainian President Zelensky announced that new sanctions by the National Security and Defense Council (RNBO) will be implemented soon. He also praised Ukrainian law enforcement for their work against "traitors" and schemes that weaken the state.
• New: Video evidence of Ukrainian forces successfully employing a "Stugna-P" ATGM system against enemy vehicles in the region.
• New: Video evidence of a Russian "Lancet" drone striking a Ukrainian M113 armored personnel carrier near the border in the Kursk region. The video shows the drone targeting the vehicle as Ukrainian troops attempt to board it, resulting in a direct hit and likely destruction of the vehicle.
• New: Video evidence shows that Ukrainian forces are using drones to destroy a column of Russian armored vehicles near the border between Kursk and Sumy regions.
• New: Reports of alarm at the "Taneko" oil refinery in Nizhnekamsk, Tatarstan, with workers being evacuated.
• New: Video evidence of a drone attack on an oil refinery in Almetyevsk, Tatarstan.
• New: Ukrainian forces used drones to attack oil refineries in Saratov, Kazan, Engels and military and energy facilities in Bryansk and Rostov.
• New: Ukrainian drones attacked an oil refinery in Almetyevsk, causing a fire. Three fuel tanks are reportedly on fire.
• New: Russian air defense is reportedly active in Anapa, with the city's alert system activated.
• New: Reports of explosions and fires in several Russian regions, including Novorossiysk, Anapa, and near Yevpatoria in Crimea.
• New: Video evidence from "STERNENKO" shows a Ukrainian drone targeting a Russian position in Engels. The video claims that the drone successfully hit the target, causing a fire.
• New: A video from the Russian Ministry of Defense shows Russian FPV drones, equipped with fiber optics, destroying a Ukrainian Leopard tank and a stronghold. This confirms the operational use of this new technology.
• New: New Russian drones, including the "Pirahna-13" and a new launch system for the "Lancet" series, have been introduced.
• New: Video evidence shows Ukrainian forces using drones equipped with shotguns to effectively shoot down Russian drones.
• New: A video from the Chinese company Norinco showcases the combat use of the ASN-301 loitering munition against enemy radar systems. The video highlights the drone's ability to loiter, identify targets using a combination of radar signal detection and video guidance, and strike with precision. The video emphasizes the cost-effectiveness of using loitering munitions compared to traditional anti-radiation missiles.
• New: Video evidence of a Ukrainian drone striking a Russian ammunition depot. The video shows a drone targeting a building, resulting in a large explosion and fire. This demonstrates the continued use of drones for targeted attacks on enemy infrastructure and logistics.
• New: Video evidence of Ukrainian drones targeting Russian positions in the Kursk region. The video shows drones dropping munitions on Russian trenches and dugouts, resulting in casualties.
• New: A video from the Russian Ministry of Defense shows a Russian Lancet loitering munition destroying a Ukrainian BTR-4 "Butsefal" armored personnel carrier in the Sumy region.
• New: The Ukrainian Air Force reports that a Russian drone is moving in the direction of Myrhorod from the northeast.
• New: A drone is also reported in the Shyshaky area (Poltava region), moving south.
• New: The Ukrainian Air Force reports missile threat to Kharkiv and Donetsk regions. The new messages confirm continued and intensified Russian missile attacks, specifically targeting Kryvyi Rih with repeated ballistic missile launches. The attacks damaged an educational institution and residential buildings. This development underscores the persistent threat to Ukrainian cities and infrastructure, even those located relatively far from the front lines. The air raid alert in effect for Kryvyi Rih indicates the imminent danger and the need for the civilian population to take shelter. The targeting of a city like Kryvyi Rih, a major industrial center, could have significant economic and strategic implications, potentially disrupting industrial production and impacting Ukraine's overall war effort. The repeated nature of the attacks suggests a deliberate attempt to overwhelm air defenses and inflict maximum damage.
• New: Ballistic missiles were reportedly launched from the Belgorod region towards the Kharkiv region.
• New: Russian forces report shooting down two Ukrainian drones over the Belgorod region and one over the Tambov region.
• New: The Ukrainian Air Force reports that a missile is traveling in the southern part of the Kharkiv region with a northwesterly course.
• New: The Ukrainian Air Force reports ballistic missiles from the Belgorod region towards the Kharkiv region.
• New: The Ukrainian Air Force reports that ballistic missiles continue their movement south in the Kharkiv region.
• New: Ballistic missiles continue their movement south in the Kharkiv region.
• New: X-22 missiles are flying through the Kharkiv region towards the Dnipropetrovsk region.
• New: There is also a threat of ballistic missiles from the Voronezh and Belgorod regions.
• New: A high-speed target is reported in the Kharkiv region in a southwesterly direction.
• New: Video evidence of Russian forces capturing 13 Ukrainian soldiers from the 82nd Brigade.
• New: Video of a Russian Su-34 bomber destroying a Ukrainian stronghold.
• New: 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.
• New: 26 Ukrainian soldiers surrendered after a failed counterattack, according to Russian sources.
• New: Almost 30 Ukrainian paratroopers were captured after a failed counterattack in Volchansk.
• New: Dozens of Ukrainian soldiers have been taken prisoner.
• New: Ukrainian airborne troops from the 95th Air Assault Brigade are using drones to attack Russian forces in Pogrebki.
• New: A Russian Mi-28NM helicopter destroyed a Ukrainian stronghold in the border area of the Kursk region, according to the Russian Ministry of Defense.
• New: 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.
• New: A German Leopard 2A6 tank was destroyed in the Kursk region.
• New: Video from "Colonelcassad" details the ongoing fighting in the Kursk region, with Russian forces advancing in Nikolaevo-Daryino, Makhnovka, and Russkoye Porechnoye.
• New: Video evidence shows a Russian soldier winning a hand-to-hand fight against a Ukrainian soldier, who subsequently detonated a grenade, killing himself.
• New: Video from "БУТУСОВ ПЛЮС" shows footage of Russian soldiers suffering losses in the Kursk region.
• New: Video from "Colonelcassad" shows the 155th brigade of the Russian marines destroying Ukrainian manpower and equipment in the Kursk direction.
• New: 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.
• New: Video evidence of a North Korean soldier evicting two Russian women from their house in the village of Makhnovka.
• New: Video of a Russian Su-34 bomber destroying a Ukrainian stronghold in the Kursk border area.
• New: The message states that the operation to neutralize the enemy in the Kursk region continues.
• New: A Ukrainian counterattack involving about 50 units of equipment was repelled by Ukrainian forces near Viktorivka.
• New: The Russian Ministry of Defense reports that since the beginning of hostilities in the Kursk region, the AFU has lost 90 EW stations.
• New: Ukrainian forces, specifically the "Birds of Madyar" unit, used drones to record the bodies of North Korean and Russian troops in Kursk Oblast.
• New: 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.
• New: Video evidence from the "TASS" Telegram channel shows a Russian Ka-52M helicopter conducting strikes on Ukrainian armor and personnel in the Kursk border area. The Russian Ministry of Defense confirmed the operation.
• New: Video evidence of a captured US M-577 command and staff vehicle (based on the M113) in the Kursk region. The video claims that the vehicle was captured by Russian forces, repaired, and put into service. The vehicle reportedly belonged to the 2nd Battalion, 69th Armored Regiment of the US Army.
• From the beginning of the day, there were 15 combat clashes in the Kursk direction; all attacks have already been repulsed. The enemy launched ten air strikes using 15 KABs and carried out more than 300 shellings.
• New: Reports of fighting near Kurakhovo and Andriivka: Ongoing active combat operations in the vicinity of Kurakhovo and Andriivka. Russian forces have successfully targeted and destroyed a Ukrainian M113 armored personnel carrier using FPV drones.
• New: Powerful explosion in Kramatorsk: Reports of a powerful explosion in the industrial zone of Kramatorsk, with a large plume of smoke visible. Russian forces are reportedly using the "Uragan" MLRS to destroy enemy positions.
• 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: The Ukrainian General Staff reports 166 combat clashes in the past 24 hours, with almost half of them in the Pokrovsk direction.
• New: Video evidence from the "Colonelcassad" Telegram channel shows Russian forces targeting and destroying communication relays and antennas in the Kurakhove area with FPV drones. This action is described as a priority for disrupting Ukrainian communications.
• New: Video evidence from the "Операция Z: Военкоры Русской Весны" Telegram channel shows Russian forces from the 35th Guards Motorized Rifle Brigade engaging Ukrainian positions near Pokrovsk. The video depicts the destruction of a German Leopard tank and the capture of a Ukrainian stronghold.
• New: Clashes have been reported along the Kharkiv axis.
• New: Airstrikes: Russian aviation conducted airstrikes at Veterynarne.
• New: Ukrainian forces report burning a Russian T-80 tank in the Kharkiv region.
• New: The Ukrainian Air Force reports a threat of Russian drone attacks in Donetsk and Kharkiv Oblasts.
• New: On the Kharkiv direction, the enemy stormed the positions of Ukrainian units twice in the areas of Vovchansk and Tykhy.
• New: On the Kupiansk direction, the aggressor carried out offensive actions in the areas of the settlements of Kindrashivka, Zahryzove, Topoli, and Petropavlivka, where Ukrainian defenders stopped five enemy attacks.
• New: Russian forces have captured Ivanovka near Terny, marking a significant advance.
• New: Following the liberation of Ivanovka, Russian troops continued their advance southward along the opposite bank of the Zherebets River from Terny.
• New: Russian forces are advancing near Makeevka, according to pro-Russian sources.
• New: 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.
• New: 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.
• New: Russian forces are advancing northwest of Makiivka, controlling a forest area between settlements and moving towards Hrekivka.
• New: On the Lyman direction, Russian invaders attacked the positions of the Ukrainian Defense Forces 16 times near the settlements of Kopanky, Novoserhiivka, Tverdokhlibove, Makiivka, Kolodiazi, Terny, and Hryhorivka. Two combat clashes are ongoing. Enemy aircraft struck with unguided rockets at Zelenyi Hai.
• New: Destruction of Russian Zala reconnaissance drone:** The 11th Brigade of the National Guard, specifically the "Samosud" crew, reportedly shot down a Russian Zala reconnaissance drone over Mykolaiv.
• New: Continued drone attacks:** Reports of numerous drones across various regions, including Odesa, Mykolaiv, Kirovohrad, Cherkasy, Kyiv, Dnipropetrovsk, Zaporizhzhia, Poltava, Sumy, Zhytomyr, and Chernihiv Oblasts. Reports indicate drone activity in Kyiv, Zhytomyr, Sumy, Poltava, Cherkasy, Mykolaiv, and Zaporizhzhia Oblasts. Additionally, reports suggest drone attacks on Voronezh, Kursk, Tambov, Saratov, and Lipetsk in Russia.
• New: Drone attack on Tula Oblast:** The Tula region is reportedly under a massive attack by Ukrainian drones. Air defenses are active, and preliminary reports indicate that aerial targets have been destroyed. There are no reports of casualties. The new messages detail a battle in Tula Oblast, with the Russian army repelling an enemy attack in Aleksin. 17 drones have been confirmed to have been shot down over Tula Oblast, according to the regional governor. A fire broke out in a military hospital in Tula, Russia, with reports of 57 people evacuated.
• New: The Russian Ministry of Defense reports that the enemy lost up to 190 fighters, an ammunition depot, an infantry fighting vehicle and an armored personnel carrier in the Kursk region during the day.
• New: "АРХАНГЕЛ СПЕЦНАЗА Z" reports that enemy groups attempted to infiltrate from Cherkasskoye Porechnoye but were repelled by artillery fire. Enemy reserves are reportedly being brought into Lebedevka and Sverdlikovo, and the use of "Baba Yaga" agricultural drones for reconnaissance is mentioned.
• New: Video of an FPV drone of the Russian group of troops "Sever" destroying a US-made Bradley BMP in the border area of the Kursk region.
• New: The Russian Ministry of Defense reports that Ukrainian forces lost more than 280 people and two tanks in the Kursk region during the day.
• New: Video evidence of the Russian Ministry of Defense showcasing the work of the TOS-2 "Tosochka" heavy flamethrower system, which reportedly nullifies enemy attempts to hide from thermobaric munitions. The video features the TOS-2 "Tosochka" in service with the Group of Forces "Vostok," targeting Ukrainian Armed Forces positions near Velyka Novosilka. The soldiers praise the new vehicle for its accuracy, range, and maneuverability.
• New: A video from the Russian Ministry of Defense shows a captured Ukrainian soldier in the Kursk region stating that his unit requested evacuation but was denied by their command. The soldier claims they lost half their personnel and were eventually captured.
• New: Video from "АРХАНГЕЛ СПЕЦНАЗА Z" shows a Russian Mi-28NM helicopter destroying a Ukrainian stronghold in the border area of the Kursk region.
• New: Video from "STERNENKO" shows Ukrainian forces from the Flying Skull drone unit targeting Russian positions in the Kursk region. At least 9 Russian soldiers were targeted, and 5 golf carts were hit.
• New: Video evidence of a successful Russian "Lancet" drone operator from the "Sever" group targeting a Ukrainian M-113 armored personnel carrier near Yuzhnoye in the Kursk region.
• New: Video evidence shows a Russian drone operator targeting a Ukrainian 2S1 "Carnation" self-propelled howitzer in the Kursk region, but the operator misses the target.
• New: Special Forces soldiers destroyed a Ukrainian stronghold in the Kursk direction, capturing several Ukrainian soldiers. The captured soldiers are from the 57th and 82nd Brigades.
• New: Video evidence shows Russian troops using an FPV drone to strike a Ukrainian group advancing at night near Makhnovka.
• New: Ukrainian border guards reportedly struck a Russian drone launch site in Vovchansk using drones. The "Hart" brigade carried out the operation.
• New: Video evidence shows Ukrainian forces using drones equipped with shotguns to effectively shoot down Russian drones.
• New: Video evidence shows Russian FPV drone operators targeting Ukrainian positions and vehicles in various locations.
• New: Ukrainian forces targeted and damaged a Russian T-80 tank with a drone.
• New: Video evidence shows a Russian soldier winning a hand-to-hand fight against a Ukrainian soldier, who subsequently detonated a grenade, killing himself.
• New: Ukrainian forces, specifically the "Birds of Madyar" unit, used drones to record the bodies of North Korean and Russian troops in Kursk Oblast.
• New: 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.
• New: Video evidence of a North Korean soldier evicting two Russian women from their house in the village of Makhnovka.
• New: Video evidence shows Russian forces capturing 13 Ukrainian soldiers from the 82nd Brigade.
• New: The Ukrainian General Staff reports that Ukrainian defenders repelled 16 enemy attacks in Kurshchyna, with six combat clashes ongoing.
• New: Intelligence suggests a concentration of enemy forces near Pogrebki and the presence of Ukrainian reserves in the Sumy region.
• New: Over 350 enemy personnel, including special operations forces, have reportedly arrived in the region.
• New: Night Operations: Russian forces targeted the Sumy Oblast with airstrikes and Geran drones.
• New: Positional fighting near Sudzha and Uspenovka: Reports of positional fighting near Sudzha and Uspenovka, with Russian forces reportedly crossing the Snagost River and advancing about 1 km.
• New: A Russian airstrike targeted a boarding school in Sudzha where civilians were sheltering, resulting in one death.
• New: Capture of two North Korean soldiers:** Ukrainian sources report that two North Korean soldiers have been captured in the Kursk region and taken to Kyiv. Video evidence allegedly shows the bodies of approximately 20 North Korean soldiers. Ukrainian forces also report repelling an attack by North Korean soldiers.
• New: Reinforcement of Kositsa:** The enemy is attempting to reinforce the defense of Kositsa with additional equipment and personnel.
• New: Russian advance in Sudzha area:** Russian forces are advancing in the Sudzha area, with reports of an infantry unit attacking Russkoye Porechnoye and reaching advanced positions near Kositsa. Russian forces have captured Russkoye Porechnoye and are currently assaulting Cherkasskoye Porechnoye.
• New: Cleanup of Pogrebki and assault on Makhnovka:** The cleanup of Pogrebki continues on the southern flank, while paratroopers continue their assault on Makhnovka.
• New: Liberation of Leonidovo, Alexandria, and Novoivanovka:** The pro-Ukrainian analytical resource Deep State has acknowledged the liberation of Leonidovo, Alexandria, and Novoivanovka by Russian forces.
• New: Russian advances on western and northern flanks:** 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.
• New: 10-kilometer breakthrough:** Russian forces have made a powerful 10-kilometer breakthrough on the Kursk front, liberating Alexandria after previously taking Leonidovo, and Novoivanovka, and Kruglenkoye.
• New: Makhnovka:** Heavy fighting continues, with both sides present. There are unconfirmed reports of Russian forces clearing Makhnovka, but full control has not been established. Video evidence shows Russian airborne forces destroying a Ukrainian D-30 howitzer near Makhnovka.
• New: Artillery & Drones:** Russian artillery and drone operations are proving effective. Russian forces are using larger groups (20-30 people) for assaults instead of smaller groups.
• New: Intense Fighting:** Intense fighting is reported in multiple locations, including Pogrebki, Orlovka, Staraya Sorochina, Novaya Sorochina, and the forests near Sverdlikovo and Lebedevka. Active fighting is taking place in the area of Sudzha.
• New: 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.
• New: 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. Russian forces have regained territory and are making advances in the Sudzha area. A German Leopard 2A6 tank was destroyed in the Kursk region. In the Kursk region, the enemy has transferred personnel from the 82nd Air Assault Brigade to the northern section of the front in the area of the settlement of Pogrebki, reports the Sever group of troops. From the march, reinforcements of the enemy on two BMPs and two APCs engaged in battle, but were destroyed. On the whole, heavy counter-battles continue in the region, the enemy is conducting an organized defense.
• New: On the Kramatorsk direction:** Ukrainian forces repelled six attacks near Vasyukovka, Bondarnoye, Chasov Yar, and Stupochki, with five clashes ongoing.
• New: On the Toretsk direction:** three Russian attacks were reported near Toretsk, with one ongoing.
• New: On the Pokrovsk direction,** supported by aviation, Russian forces initiated 28 clashes of varying intensity, with Ukrainian forces repelling attacks near Tarasovka, Vodyanoye Vtoroye, Elizavetovka, Promin, Lysovka, Sukhoi Yar, Zelenoye, Novy Trud, and Pokrovsk. Five clashes are ongoing.
• New: On the Kurakhiv direction,** fierce battles are ongoing near Sribnoye, Andreevka, Kurakhovo, and Dachnoye, with 14 enemy attacks repelled.
• New: Russian strikes on Ukrainian positions:** work of FPV drones on enemy manpower and equipment in the Dzerzhinsky direction was carried out by fighters of the 132nd brigade of the 51st Guards Combined Arms Army of the Russian Armed Forces.
• New: Russian strikes on Ukrainian positions:** Video evidence from the 12th "Azov" Brigade shows drones and a tank targeting Russian forces
• New: Russian Assault Near Velyka Novosilka:** The "Colonelcassad" Telegram channel reports that Russian forces from the 39th Separate Motorized Rifle Brigade conducted a successful assault on an enemy stronghold near Velyka Novosilka. The operation involved the use of incendiary devices and FPV drones, as well as the destruction of enemy dugouts. This