Updated Analysis of the Military Situation in Ukraine - January 24, 2025, 10:08 UTC

Strategic Overview

The military situation in Ukraine remains critical, with Russian forces continuing their offensive across multiple fronts.

Donetsk Region: The Donetsk region is the focal point of intense fighting, particularly around Velyka Novosilka, Pokrovsk, and Chasiv Yar.

Velyka Novosilka: Russian forces have achieved substantial gains, notably the complete encirclement of Ukrainian forces in the southern part of Velyka Novosilka and advances near Pokrovsk and Chasiv Yar. In Velyka Novosilka, Russian assault units have seized the center, and Ukrainian forces have reportedly retreated entirely. The Ukrainian garrison in the southern part of the settlement remains encircled. Russian forces have blocked Ukrainian forces in the northern and southern parts of Velyka Novosilka without escape routes. The "Vostok" group is reportedly using all available means to attack the blocked enemy. Ukrainian soldiers from the 110th Mechanized Brigade are urged to contact command to request evacuation of the wounded, as the General Staff has reportedly accepted the surrender of Velyka Novosilka.
Pokrovsk: Russian forces have advanced near Pokrovsk (Krasnoarmeysk) and are reportedly less than 10 kilometers from the city. Around Pokrovsk (Krasnoarmeysk), Russian troops advance towards the Pokrovsk-Konstantinovka road. Russian forces are consolidating positions after capturing Kotlyno (Dmytrovo) and mine No. 2. Ukrainian forces are attempting to bypass Pokrovsk from the west. Russian forces have almost reached the Pokrovsk-Konstantinovka highway. The liberation of Vozdvyzhenka and the severing of key supply lines significantly impede Ukrainian resupply and reinforcement. Russian DRGs are reportedly operating near the road between Udachnoye and Novosergievka. Russian forces have cut the penultimate railway line to Pokrovsk. The Southern grouping of forces destroyed a command post of a Ukrainian mechanized brigade. Video evidence shows Russian forces engaging Ukrainian positions near Pokrovsk, including the destruction of a German Leopard tank. A Russian drone destroyed a Ukrainian M113 armored personnel carrier near Pokrovsk. Russian forces are conducting powerful strikes on Pokrovsk throughout the day, while simultaneously advancing and encircling the city.
Chasiv Yar: Near Chasiv Yar, Russian forces approach the western outskirts from the north side of the railway. The basements and workshops of the refractory plant in Chasiv Yar have been cleared. Video shows Russian forces fighting for a high-rise building near a refractory plant. Video evidence shows fighters from the "Española" brigade, alongside the 98th Airborne Division and the 200th Motorized Rifle Brigade, engaging in combat. Russian forces continue to advance in Chasiv Yar, dislodging the enemy from their positions. Tactical successes are reported, with the 200th Brigade pushing the enemy out of the "Десятый" microdistrict and currently liberating the "Новосеверный" microdistrict. Airborne troops are pushing out enemy forces west of the 3rd workshop of the refractory plant. A group of Ukrainian soldiers has reportedly become trapped in a "fire pocket" near a refractory plant. Russian forces now control approximately 20% of the territory of the refractory plant. South of the Novyi microdistrict in the forest area on the territory of the Mir and Bunker children's camp, Russian forces dislodged the enemy from the buildings and eliminated an enemy group, advancing another 800 meters. Near the Dniprovskyi pond in Chasov Yar, Russian artillerymen from the "Grad" MLRS engaged enemy positions.

Kursk Region: The Kursk region sees continued Russian advances, with the Ukrainian counteroffensive stalled and heavy losses reported.

Kharkiv Region: In the Kharkiv region, drone attacks persist, with explosions reported in Kharkiv and Chuhuiv districts. Russian forces report advances towards Lozova and in Dvurichna. Kupiansk is under renewed heavy shelling.

Luhansk Region: In the Luhansk region, Russian forces have captured Ivanovka and are advancing towards the western border of the Luhansk People's Republic. An encirclement attempt is reported near Nadiia.

Zaporizhzhia Region: The Zaporizhzhia region sees continued positional battles with no significant changes to the line of contact.

Drone Warfare: Massive drone attacks targeted multiple regions in Russia, including Moscow, Tula, Rostov, Lipetsk, Bryansk, Kursk, Saratov, Ryazan, Belgorod, and Crimea. Russian air defenses reportedly intercepted and destroyed 121 Ukrainian drones, although Ukrainian sources suggest the number could be as high as 150-180. The attacks caused disruption and damage to critical infrastructure, such as oil refineries near Ryazan, Engels, and industrial facilities in Bryansk. Airports in Ufa, Penza, Saratov, Ulyanovsk, and Samara introduced and lifted restrictions. Reports indicate a new series of drone attacks across multiple Russian regions, including confirmed attacks on oil refineries in Almetyevsk and Tatarstan. Ukrainian air defenses report shooting down 78 out of 110 drones launched by Russian forces overnight, with 31 drones classified as "decoys." A drone attack was reported on private homes in the Koryukivskyi district of Chernihiv Oblast. Ukrainian forces used drones to attack oil refineries in Saratov, Kazan, Engels and military and energy facilities in Bryansk and Rostov. The Ukrainian Air Force reports the movement of attack drones across multiple regions. The Russian Ministry of Defense reports that over the past day, air defense systems intercepted 17 Ukrainian unmanned aerial vehicles in various regions. The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed the strike on the oil depot in the Voronezh region and the aircraft factory in the Smolensk region. "Colonelcassad" reports that the first 3,000 "Mikrob" kamikaze drones with artificial intelligence have been delivered to the special military operation zone in Ukraine. Video evidence shows Ukrainian forces using drones to destroy a Russian "TOR-M2" air defense system in the Zaporizhzhia region.

Key Developments

Geopolitical Developments

Former US President Trump claims that President Zelensky should not have allowed the war to happen and that Ukraine was always a target for Putin. He threatened Russia with "the strongest sanctions and tariffs" if it does not agree to end the war quickly. The Wall Street Journal reports that the Kremlin believes Trump's threats are empty and that Russia can withstand at least another year of war. Trump has also reportedly stated his willingness to provide security guarantees to Ukraine.
Russian media source, Wall Street Journal, states that Russia is not afraid of Trump's threats and is prepared to continue the war for at least another year while making advances on the front. Moscow believes it can withstand sanctions and has an advantage on the front, moving towards important logistical centers in Ukraine. Experts suggest that Putin might be aiming for a summit with Trump to negotiate a settlement favorable to Moscow, bypassing the Ukrainian leadership.
The ODKB (Collective Security Treaty Organization) still considers Armenia its ally, despite statements from the Armenian Foreign Intelligence Service.
The Parliament of Armenia will consider a bill on joining the EU in February.
The German Ambassador to Russia announced that Berlin would not participate in the Victory Parade in Moscow.
Trump's administration does not intend to participate in the reconstruction of Ukraine after the end of the conflict.
Trump reportedly wants to renew dialogue with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un. He praised Kim Jong Un, calling him a "smart guy."
Bloomberg reports that European allies agree that the US should provide troops for any future peacekeeping force in Ukraine.
European allies are pushing for US involvement in peacekeeping in Ukraine, with Zelensky requesting a direct US presence. Trump's camp signals potential engagement, and he may demand Europe bear the main burden of any potential deal.
Hungarian Prime Minister Orban demands Ukraine restore Russian gas transit to continue EU sanctions against Russia.
Israeli Foreign Ministry has indicated a possibility of transferring captured Russian weaponry to Ukraine. A US C-17 transport plane flew from Ramstein Air Base to Nevatim Airport in Israel, then to Rzeszow, a key hub for weapons transfers to Ukraine.
A Republican congressman proposed a resolution to amend the US Constitution, allowing Trump to run for a third term, though its approval is considered unlikely.
The Vice-Speaker of the Slovak Parliament compared Biden and Zelensky to "dying horses" and stated only Putin and Trump can resolve the Ukrainian issue.
A TASS report states that an agreement between Russia and Iran includes aspects of defense and security.
A TASS report states that Orban believes that once the conflict in Ukraine is over, sanctions against Russia will be "thrown out the window" and the West will establish normal relations with Russia.
Zelensky began copying Trump, according to Le Monde.
Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán stated that Ukraine no longer exists without Western financial support and that its accession to the EU would pose a significant threat to the European economy and agriculture.
President of Panama, Jose Raul Mulino, states that the Panama Canal belongs to Panama and will remain under Panamanian control.
Zelensky met with the speaker of the Lithuanian parliament.
Supporters of Donald Trump gathered near the Capitol to show their support.
Donald Trump has stated his intention to pardon many of those convicted for participating in the storming of the Capitol.
The US Senate confirmed Marco Rubio as Secretary of State.
Trump will cancel the freeze on the supply of powerful bombs to Israel, according to media reports.
Zelensky is ready for a deal to resolve the conflict in Ukraine, said Donald Trump.
Marco Rubio stated that Ukraine and Russia must "give up something" to end the war.
Senator Marco Rubio was officially approved as head of the US State Department.
Donald Trump said he plans to meet with Vladimir Putin, but did not specify a date.
Donald Trump said the US has a right to half of TikTok.
Donald Trump signed a decree to create a structure in the US headed by Elon Musk to improve the efficiency of the government.
Donald Trump expressed his intention to achieve an end to the Russian-Ukrainian war.
Trump signed a law to stop aid to foreign countries for 90 days. This law also affects Ukraine.
Trump signed a decree to abolish birthright citizenship for children of illegal immigrants.
Donald Trump began the first day of his presidency by signing decrees on energy, immigration policy, and national security, canceling a number of decisions of the Joe Biden administration.
The US has officially exited the WHO and the Paris Climate Agreement.
French President Macron stated that the conflict in Ukraine will not end in the near future and that Europe must be at the negotiating table.
Russia expects that Trump and the leadership of Panama, during discussions, will respect the current international legal regime of the Panama Canal.
The flag above the US Embassy in Moscow was raised by order of Trump.
Trump has suspended US aid to other countries for 90 days.
Armenia has no intention of leaving the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU).
BRICS is strong enough to withstand the threats of the new US President, stated the Russian Ambassador to Indonesia.
Putin and Xi Jinping held a video conference.
The Russian Foreign Ministry reports that Russia and China have reached an unprecedented level of relations.
Negotiations between Putin and Xi Jinping are ongoing.
The State Duma is considering imposing harsher penalties for extremism.
The Russian Ministry of Justice's proposal to toughen penalties for "extremism" has been approved.
The US is preparing to deploy nuclear weapons in the UK for the first time in 15 years.
Lavrov is visiting Armenia.
US President Trump signed a decree to reinstate the death penalty at the federal level in the US.
On the US border, migrants are no longer allowed to enter.
High-ranking British officers believe that ending the fighting will help Russia increase its military power.
Germany and France will not reduce their support for Ukraine, according to Scholz.
During a meeting with the Prime Minister of Sweden, Ulf Kristersson, Zelensky discussed the continuation of aid to Ukraine.
Zelensky stated that US peacekeepers should be sent to Ukraine.
Zelensky said he is confident that Xi Jinping can push Putin to peace.
The UK has noticed a Russian reconnaissance ship in the English Channel.
Zelensky has again rejected calls to lower the age of mobilization.
A Republican congressman proposed amending the US Constitution to allow Trump to serve a third term.
Putin is ready for a conversation with Trump, according to Peskov.

Donetsk Region

Velyka Novosilka: Russian assault units have reportedly captured the center of the town, and Ukrainian forces have allegedly retreated from the settlement entirely. Ukrainian military sources confirm that the 110th Mechanized Brigade is trapped between the Kashlagach and Mokrye Yaly rivers. Video evidence shows the "Vostok" group engaging in combat and raising the Russian flag in the center of the town. Russian sources report that the Ukrainian garrison in the southern part of the settlement remains encircled, with attempts to retreat under heavy fire. Fighting continues in the central part of the settlement. Russian forces are organizing an evacuation of Ukrainian forces from Velyka Novosilka. Ukrainian forces report repelling a Russian assault near Velyka Novosilka. Russian forces conducted a double strike on Ukrainian vehicles near Velyka Novosilka. Video evidence shows Ukrainian forces using drones to target Russian troops near Velyka Novosilka, with Russian forces approximately 4.5 km from the borders of the Dnipropetrovsk region. Video evidence shows operators from the 14th Guards Special Forces Brigade of the "Vostok" group using FPV drones to target and destroy a Ukrainian self-propelled artillery unit near the Sukhyi Yaly River. Video evidence shows operators from the 14th Guards Special Forces Brigade of the "Vostok" group using FPV drones to target a Ukrainian self-propelled artillery unit near the Sukhyi Yaly River and to destroy another unit in the same area. "Воин DV" reports that Russian forces are continuing their offensive to liberate Velyka Novosilka, having established positions on the northeastern and southeastern parts of the city. Video evidence shows Ukrainian forces using mortars, "Baba Yaga" drones, and tanks to destroy Russian forces and equipment. Video evidence shows snipers of the 14th Guards Special Forces Brigade of the "Vostok" group conducting a night hunt for enemy personnel in one of the areas of the South Donetsk direction. Video evidence shows operators from the 14th Guards Special Forces Brigade of the "Vostok" group using FPV drones to target and destroy a Ukrainian self-propelled artillery unit near the Sukhyi Yaly River. "Воин DV" Telegram channel shows drone operators of the 37th Guards Motorized Rifle Brigade of the 36th Army of the "Vostok" group destroying a Ukrainian BMP, which was reportedly carrying ammunition, north of Velyka Novosilka. Ukrainian soldiers managed to escape into trenches, but drones were used to target them. Video evidence shows a Russian drone attack on a Ukrainian BMP north of Velyka Novosilka. The BMP was reportedly carrying ammunition, which detonated after the strike. The Ukrainian soldiers managed to escape into nearby trenches before being targeted by drones. Video evidence shows Ukrainian forces using drones to target Russian troops near Velyka Novosilka. Russian forces are reportedly within 3 km of the administrative border of Dnipropetrovsk Oblast and have cut off one of the two routes from Krasnoarmiisk (Pokrovsk) to Dnipro, specifically the road through Mezhova. On the Novopavlivka direction, Russian forces attacked 19 times near Velyka Novosilka. Russian forces conducted airstrikes with guided bombs near several settlements. Russian forces have reportedly advanced near Velyka Novosilka and five other settlements in the Donetsk region. Colonelcassad reports that there will be good news from Velyka Novosilka tonight. Video evidence shows Ukrainian forces targeting a Russian ammunition depot near Velyka Novosilka. The depot explodes after being hit. Video evidence shows Ukrainian forces using drones to target and destroy Russian armored vehicles near Velyka Novosilka. Video evidence shows Ukrainian forces targeting a Russian ammunition depot near Velyka Novosilka. The depot explodes after being hit. Video evidence shows Ukrainian forces using drones to target and destroy Russian armored vehicles near Velyka Novosilka. Ukrainian forces report that the only way in and out of Velyka Novosilka is on foot, while military correspondent Oleksandr Kots reports that the only remaining key outpost of the Ukrainian Armed Forces in the South Donetsk direction is "doomed". New message from "АРХАНГЕЛ СПЕЦНАЗА" reports that the enemy is fleeing Velyka Novosilka and that strikes are being carried out on the crossing with personnel of the Ukrainian Armed Forces. The message also states that the cleanup of the neighborhoods is currently underway. A new message from "Воин DV" reports that Russian forces have blocked Ukrainian forces in the northern and southern parts of Velyka Novosilka without escape routes. The "Vostok" group is reportedly using all available means to attack the blocked enemy. Ukrainian soldiers from the 110th Mechanized Brigade, their relatives, and acquaintances are urged to contact the command and leadership to request the evacuation of the wounded, as the General Staff has reportedly accepted the surrender of Velyka Novosilka and considers the soldiers of the 110th Mechanized Brigade as "meat."
Toretsk: Video evidence shows the 2nd Mechanized Battalion fighting on the ruins of Toretsk. Russian forces have reportedly advanced 300 meters, taking control of the Toretska mine. In Petrivka, they advanced 600 meters.
Pokrovsk: Russian forces are consolidating positions after capturing Kotlyno (Dmytrovo) and mine No. 2. Heavy shelling is reported in Krasnoarmiisk (Pokrovsk). Video evidence shows Russian forces from the 35th Guards Motorized Rifle Brigade engaging Ukrainian positions. Ukrainian forces are attempting to bypass Pokrovsk from the west. A photo message purports to show that "liberated" Pokrovsk is now in ruins. Unconfirmed reports suggest that Russian forces have almost reached the Pokrovsk-Konstantinovka highway. Ukrainian losses in the Pokrovsk direction are reported as 335 military personnel killed and wounded. The speaker of the operational-strategic group "Khortytsia" denies that Pokrovsk is under threat of encirclement. Ukrainian MP Marianna Bezugla claims that Russian forces have entered Pokrovsk. However, this claim is disputed by other Ukrainian sources, including the operational-strategic group "Khortytsia," which states that fierce battles are ongoing on the outskirts but denies Russian presence in the city. Russian forces from the 35th Guards Motorized Rifle Brigade engaged Ukrainian positions near Pokrovsk, including the destruction of a German Leopard tank. From the Pokrovsk direction, there are reports of the success of Russian troops in Kotlyno and Udachny, which indicates the implementation of the plan to cover the city from the southwest. Enemy resources recognize the loss of control over mine No. 2 of the Pokrovskoe ShU. 16 Ukrainian soldiers from the 151st Mechanized Brigade have been captured on the Pokrovsk direction. Retreating Ukrainian forces blew up the Belitskaya mine in the Krasnoarmeysk direction. North of Ivanivka, the situation is deteriorating. Reports of the Ukrainian metallurgical holding "Metinvest" potentially ceasing operations after the loss of the "Pokrovskoe" mine. On the right flank of the Pokrovsk sector of the front, units of the "Center" group of forces continue their powerful offensive, advancing south and west of Vozdvizhenka in the direction of Elizavetovka. Fighting for Baranovka is beginning. On the left flank of the offensive near Pokrovsk, the Russian Armed Forces continue to drive out the Ukrainian Armed Forces from Kotlyno, Udachnoye, Zverevo, Uspenovka, Slavyanka, and Petropavlovka. Command of the Ukrainian Armed Forces abandoned Pokrovsk, according to Mash. The liberation of Vozdvyzhenka and the severing of key supply lines significantly impede Ukrainian resupply and reinforcement. Russian DRGs are reportedly operating near the road between Udachnoye and Novosergievka. Russian forces have cut the penultimate railway line to Pokrovsk. The Ukrainian General Staff reports 189 combat clashes in the past 24 hours, with 89 of them in the Pokrovsk direction. The Southern grouping of forces destroyed a command post of a Ukrainian mechanized brigade. Russian forces are reportedly within 3 km of the administrative border of Dnipropetrovsk Oblast and have cut off one of the two routes from Krasnoarmiisk (Pokrovsk) to Dnipro, specifically the road through Mezhova. Ukrainian forces are making efforts to prevent the loss of Pokrovsk, but the speaker of the operational-strategic group "Khortytsia" denies the city is under threat of encirclement. Video evidence shows Russian forces from the 35th Guards Motorized Rifle Brigade engaging Ukrainian positions near Pokrovsk, including the destruction of a German Leopard tank. A Russian drone destroyed a Ukrainian M113 armored personnel carrier near Pokrovsk. On the Pokrovsk direction, supported by aviation, Russian forces initiated 28 clashes of varying intensity, with Ukrainian forces. Video evidence shows a Russian drone targeting and destroying a Ukrainian M113 armored personnel carrier near Pokrovsk. A video shows multiple missile trails and reports that Russian forces are conducting powerful strikes on Pokrovsk throughout the day, while simultaneously advancing and encircling the city.
Kurakhove: Video evidence shows Russian forces targeting and destroying communication relays and antennas in the area with FPV drones. On the Kurakhiv direction, fierce battles are ongoing near several settlements, with 14 enemy attacks repelled. Clashes were reported near Vremivka, Kostyantynopil, and Velyka Novosilka. A new video shows fighters from Yakutia with the callsigns Amga and Gorets, who evacuated civilians from Vremivka under fire from the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
Chasiv Yar: Video shows Russian forces fighting for a high-rise building near a refractory plant. Video evidence shows fighters from the "Española" brigade, alongside the 98th Airborne Division and the 200th Motorized Rifle Brigade, engaging in combat. Tank crews of the 63rd Brigade reportedly attacked Russian positions in the Serebryansky forest. Russian forces report advances in the northern part of Chasiv Yar, as well as ongoing battles for a multi-story building near a refractory plant. "Colonelcassad" shows Russian forces fighting for a high-rise building near a refractory plant in Chasiv Yar. They are also making progress in a nearby forest. Reports of Russian forces making significant advances in the northern part of Chasiv Yar and engaging in battles for a multi-story building near a refractory plant. The 10th Mountain Assault Brigade "Edelweiss" shows the destruction of Russian forces, including four dozen "motorpikes" who launched an assault north of Vesele. "Дневник Десантника" reports that Russian forces have expanded their control zone to Belohorivka on the Krasnolimanske direction. Fighting is ongoing on its outskirts. They are also advancing northwest of Ivanivka towards Kolodyazne. On the Chasiv Yar direction, a cauldron is forming. Russian forces are advancing not only in the Chasiv Yar urban area but also to the south, east of Stupochki. Clashes continue near Chasiv Yar with no significant changes. In Chasiv Yar, after the liberation of the Refractory Plant, the fighting shifted to the "Novoseverny" microdistrict. To the south, heavy fighting continues for residential areas. Video evidence shows Russian forces continuing to advance in Chasiv Yar, dislodging the enemy from their positions. Tactical successes are reported, with the 200th Brigade pushing the enemy out of the "Десятый" microdistrict and currently liberating the "Новосеверный" microdistrict. Airborne troops are pushing out enemy forces west of the 3rd workshop of the refractory plant. Video shows Russian forces fighting for a high-rise building near a refractory plant in Chasiv Yar. They are also making progress in a nearby forest. A group of Ukrainian soldiers has reportedly become trapped in a "fire pocket" near a refractory plant. Russian forces now control approximately 20% of the territory of the refractory plant. Video evidence shows fighters from the "Española" brigade, alongside the 98th Airborne Division and the 200th Motorized Rifle Brigade, engaging in combat in Chasiv Yar. A group of Ukrainian soldiers has reportedly become trapped in a "fire pocket" near a refractory plant in Chasiv Yar. Russian forces now control approximately 20% of the territory of the refractory plant. Video evidence shows fighters from the "Española" brigade, alongside the 98th Airborne Division and the 200th Motorized Rifle Brigade, engaging in combat in Chasiv Yar. Russian forces have made significant advances in the urban area, capturing about half of the city's urban area, including the Novyi district, and are fighting in the Severnyi district. They have also gained control of the fourth section of the Chasiv Yar Refractory Plant. Tank crews of the 63rd Brigade reportedly attacked Russian positions in the Serebryansky forest. Russian forces report significant advances in the northern part of Chasiv Yar, as well as ongoing battles for a multi-story building near a refractory plant. Video evidence shows Russian forces continuing to advance in Chasiv Yar, dislodging the enemy from their positions. Tactical successes are reported, with the 200th Brigade pushing the enemy out of the "Десятый" microdistrict and currently liberating the "Новосеверный" microdistrict. Airborne troops are pushing out enemy forces west of the 3rd workshop of the refractory plant. Video shows Russian forces fighting for a high-rise building near a refractory plant in Chasiv Yar. They are also making progress in a nearby forest. A message from "Дневник Десантника" reports that Russian forces continue to advance in Chasiv Yar, with the 200th Brigade clearing the "Десятый" microdistrict and advancing in the "Новосеверный" microdistrict. Clashes continue near Chasiv Yar with no significant changes. In Chasiv Yar, after the liberation of the Refractory Plant, the fighting shifted to the "Novoseverny" microdistrict. To the south, heavy fighting continues for residential areas. New message from "Дневник Десантника" reports that south of the Novyi microdistrict in the forest area on the territory of the Mir and Bunker children's camp, Russian forces dislodged the enemy from the buildings and eliminated an enemy group. The message also reports that Russian forces cleared the forest area and advanced another 800 meters. Near the Dniprovskyi pond in Chasov Yar, Russian artillerymen from the "Grad" MLRS engaged enemy positions.
Zverevo: The fighting in Zverevo continues, with Russian forces gradually pushing Ukrainian forces along Gagarin Street and Sazonov's Gully. Ukrainian defenses are built around mine waste heaps. Russian aviation launched strikes with guided bombs against these positions and drone control points. Fighting is ongoing in the landings near the city dump to the northwest.
Russian forces shelled the Donetsk region 23 times in the past 24 hours, using 69 munitions.
Russian forces have reportedly taken Timofeevka.
Other Areas: 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. They also claim to have entered Urozhaine and Novosergiyivka and to have liberated Slovyanka and Yasenove. In Uspenivka, fierce battles continue for control of the settlement, with the northeastern part under Russian control. Ukrainian forces are attempting to counterattack to the south and in the direction of Novovasylivka.

Kursk Region

Russian Advances: Video evidence shows Ussuri paratroopers raising a flag in Nikolayevo-Daryino. Heavy fighting continues near Nikolsky. Russian forces have liberated several settlements and are advancing in the Sudzha area, reaching the outskirts of Kositsa. Positional fighting is reported near Sudzha and Uspenovka.
Drone Warfare: Video evidence shows Russian troops using an FPV drone to strike a Ukrainian group advancing at night near Makhnovka. Video evidence shows the work of anti-tank marines in Kurshina, taking out three enemy tanks and four BMD-4 units. Video evidence shows a Russian drone operator targeting a Ukrainian 2S1 "Carnation" self-propelled howitzer in the Kursk region. 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. 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. 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. Video of a Russian Su-34 bomber destroying a Ukrainian stronghold in the Kursk border area. Video from "Colonelcassad" shows the 155th brigade of the Russian marines destroying Ukrainian manpower and equipment in the Kursk direction. Movement of Enemy Equipment in Kursk Oblast: From 6 AM until the time of this report, there has been a significant movement of various enemy equipment in Kursk Oblast. Some of this equipment has been destroyed. Video evidence shows a Russian drone operator targeting a Ukrainian armored vehicle in the Kursk region. Video evidence shows a Ukrainian tank being destroyed by a Russian drone in the Kursk region. Video evidence from the Russian Ministry of Defense shows electronic warfare specialists of a separate motorized infantry brigade of the "Sever" group detecting and shooting down Ukrainian UAVs in the Kursk region border area. Video evidence from "WarGonzo" shows a special report on a Russian armored group called "Pressa" operating in the Kursk region. Video evidence shows Russian forces destroying a Ukrainian stronghold in the Kursk border area with a Su-34 bomber.
North Korean Involvement: Video evidence allegedly shows the bodies of approximately 20 North Korean soldiers. Video evidence shows Ukrainian soldiers from the 95th Air Assault Brigade capturing a North Korean soldier. The video also shows the difficult conditions faced by Ukrainian forces and their successful defense against a numerically superior enemy.
Russian forces report finding the mutilated bodies of elderly people in Russkoe Porechnoe.
A captured Ukrainian soldier in the Kursk region stated that he joined the Ukrainian Armed Forces to surrender to Russia.
Terrible consequences of enemy aggression in the Kursk region: commissions begin work to assess the destruction in the border area. In the Kursk region, commissions are starting to work on assessing the degree of destruction of residential buildings in the border areas affected by attacks and the invasion of the Ukrainian Armed Forces. This applies to those settlements that were not included in the list of non-commission issuance of certificates to residents. The Ministry of Defense provided the first list of 158 settlements where commissions can go. At least 16 of them (in 4 districts) have houses destroyed or damaged as a result of the actions of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, the governor of the Kursk region reports.
Calculation of FPV drones of the Rubikon center destroyed the Ukrainian self-propelled guns in the Kursk direction.

Kharkiv Region

Drone Attacks: One drone is approaching Balakliia. The Ukrainian Air Force reports that the city of Kharkiv is under threat from a Russian drone approaching from the northeast. A new group of Russian drones is reported in the east of Kharkiv Oblast, with a west/southwest course. New drone groups are reported on the east and in the central part of the Kharkiv region, with a western/southwestern course. Russian forces launched guided aerial bombs on the north of Kharkiv Oblast. A guided aerial bomb (KAB) was reported in the direction of Staryi Saltiv (Kharkiv Oblast).
Russian Advance: Russian forces 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. On the Kharkiv direction, the enemy stormed the positions of Ukrainian units twice in the areas of Vovchansk and Tykhy.
Video evidence shows a Russian FPV drone destroying a Ukrainian temporary deployment point in the Kupyansk direction.

Luhansk Region

Russian Advances: Russian forces have reportedly taken the heights behind Makiivka (LPR). They also report advances beyond Nadiia towards the border with the Kharkiv 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. On the Lyman direction, Russian invaders attacked the positions of the Ukrainian Defense Forces 16 times near several settlements. Two combat clashes are ongoing. Enemy aircraft struck with unguided rockets at Zelenyi Hai. Russian aviation conducted airstrikes at Zarichne. Russian forces report expanding their control zone on the right bank of the Zherebets River and advancing towards the western border of the Luhansk People's Republic. They report advances beyond Nadiya towards the border with the Kharkiv region and northwest of Makiivka, controlling a forest area and moving towards Hrekivka.
Positional Fighting: Positional fighting is reported in the Krasnyi Lyman - Ivanivka area. Russian forces have reportedly expanded their control zone on the western bank of the Zherebets River near Ivanivka.
Borova Direction (New): Ukrainian forces have established positions northeast and east of Zelenyi Hai, covering an area up to 3.85 km wide and 2.35 km deep.

Drone Warfare

Extensive Activity: New reports indicate 5 drones are flying past Bashtanka towards the Voznesensky district, 1 drone flew past Kryvyi Rih into the Kirovohrad region, 1 drone over Kropyvnytskyi, 2 drones in the Kamensky area, 7 drones in the Kremenchug district in a northwesterly direction, 4 drones circling in the Kupyansk area, 2 drones north of Lozova, Kharkiv region, in a westerly direction, 3 drones heading towards/through Nizhyn, 3 drones from Sumy region flying to Chernihiv region, 1 drone in the north of Poltava region in a westerly direction, 1 new drone from the Black Sea in the direction of Fontanka. The Ukrainian Air Force reports that enemy drones are moving in the Mykolaiv region from the south. There are reports of two drones flying over the city of Mykolaiv. There are also reports of two drones approaching the city of Mykolaiv from the direction of Bolshaya Korenikha. The city of Chernomorsk and the city of Odessa are under threat from an enemy drone approaching from the south. The Ukrainian Air Force reports the following drone movements: south of Sumy Oblast (westward course), west and southeast of Chernihiv Oblast (west/southwest course), center of Poltava Oblast (northeast course), west of Kirovohrad Oblast (south course), north and southeast of Kyiv Oblast (west/south course), north of Donetsk Oblast (west/east course), and Odesa Oblast (east course, towards Chornomorsk). 1 drone is reported south of Uman, 2 in the north of Kyiv Oblast (westward course), 3 passing through Pereiaslav (southwest course), 1 moving from Kharkiv to Poltava Oblast, and 1 moving from Sumy to Chernihiv Oblast.
New Drone Technology: Russia is reportedly using a new drone-kamikaze called "KUB-2". Video evidence shows Russian forces using "Molniya-2" drones equipped with

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