Updated Analysis of the Military Situation in Ukraine - January 24, 2025, 15:08 UTC

Strategic Overview

The military situation in Ukraine remains critical, with Russian forces continuing their offensive across multiple fronts. The Donetsk region is the focal point of intense fighting, particularly around Velyka Novosilka, Pokrovsk, and Chasiv Yar. 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.

Velyka Novosilka

Velyka Novosilka is under heavy assault, with reports indicating that the "southern part of the settlement is cut off from the northern part" and Russian forces are "advancing towards the center." Video evidence purportedly shows the "Vostok" group starting the "liberation" of Velyka Novosilka, with the raising of the Russian flag in the center, signifying a major symbolic victory. The latest updates indicate that Russian assault units have seized the center of Velyka Novosilka, with Ukrainian forces reportedly retreating entirely from the settlement.

Ukrainian military sources confirm the dire situation, stating that the 110th Mechanized Brigade is trapped between the Kashlagach and Mokrye Yaly rivers. Russian forces are continuing to clear the settlement and its surroundings, having reportedly captured the center and pushed Ukrainian forces to the outskirts. The Ukrainian defenses in Velyka Novosilka are described as "in a phase of agony," with the garrison almost completely encircled and facing heavy losses.

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.
Russian forces have completed the encirclement of Velyka Novosilka, with Ukrainian troops blocked in the north and south. The Ukrainian command acknowledges the risk of an operational encirclement.
The situation for Ukrainian forces is described as worse than in Vuhledar.
Russian forces are using Grad MLRS to target Velyka Novosilka at night and are reportedly encircling the Ukrainian garrison in the center of the town.
The distance between advancing Russian units is reported to be between 2.2 and 3.7 km, indicating that the pocket is completely under fire control by Russian forces.
Ukrainian forces report that some of their positions near Velyka Novosilka have been destroyed due to intensified Russian shelling.
Russian forces are reportedly organizing an evacuation of Ukrainian forces from Velyka Novosilka. The report suggests that while the Russian forces are attempting to facilitate a withdrawal, they are also facing challenges in maintaining communication, supplies, and evacuation routes due to the ongoing fighting. It also suggests that the Ukrainian 1st Presidential Brigade of the National Guard is being prioritized for evacuation, while regular infantry units from the 110th Mechanized Brigade are left to "hold the line" without adequate support.
Video evidence shows drone operators of the 39th Guards Motorized Rifle Brigade targeting Russian troops in the vicinity of the Sukhi Yali River.
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.
Russian forces are reportedly 2200 meters from completely encircling the town.
New video evidence shows the mass destruction of armored vehicles and enemy infantry near the boiler room.
The city is reportedly in a "semi-encirclement."
Video evidence purports to show the 40th Separate Brigade of the Ukrainian Coastal Defense Forces effectively engaging Russian targets with drones.
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.
Russian forces are squeezing the remnants of the 110th Mechanized Brigade of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, which are trapped between the Kashlagach and Mokrye Yaly rivers.
A Ukrainian military officer has confirmed the dire situation in Velyka Novosilka, stating that the settlement is under threat of an operational encirclement.
The Ukrainian forces in the southern part of Velyka Novosilka are reportedly surrounded.
Ukrainian forces are attempting to prevent the encirclement by focusing on positions north and south of Novy Komar.
Russian forces are using artillery and airstrikes to target Ukrainian positions in Velyka Novosilka.
The Ukrainian forces are reportedly attempting to cross the river in the northern part of Velyka Novosilka using improvised crossings.
Video evidence shows Russian forces using drones to destroy Ukrainian military logistics vehicles near Velyka Novosilka.
Nighttime video evidence shows Russian forces using Grad MLRS to target Velyka Novosilka, further intensifying the assault on the already besieged town.
Video evidence shows Russian forces from the "Vostok" group destroying a Ukrainian command post near Velyka Novosilka. Over 150 Ukrainian soldiers were reportedly killed, and the remaining forces are trapped.
New: The Ukrainian General Staff reports 189 combat clashes in the past 24 hours, with 89 of them in the Pokrovsk direction.
New: The speaker of the operational-strategic group "Khortytsia" denies that Pokrovsk is under threat of encirclement.
New: 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.
New: The Southern grouping of forces destroyed a command post of a Ukrainian mechanized brigade.
New: 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.
New: Russian forces have begun storming the southern, eastern, and western parts of Velyka Novosilka.
New: "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.
New: Video evidence shows Ukrainian forces using mortars, "Baba Yaga" drones, and tanks to destroy Russian forces and equipment.
New: 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.
New: 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.
New: "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.
New: On the Novopavlivka axis, clashes were reported near Vremivka, Kostyantynopil, and Velyka Novosilka.
New: 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.
New: Colonelcassad reports that there will be good news from Velyka Novosilka tonight.
New: Ukrainian forces report that the only way in and out of Velyka Novosilka is on foot.
New: 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.
New: A new report from "Воин DV" indicates that Russian forces are organizing an evacuation of Ukrainian forces from Velyka Novosilka. The report suggests that while the Russian forces are attempting to facilitate a withdrawal, they are also facing challenges in maintaining communication, supplies, and evacuation routes due to the ongoing fighting. It also suggests that the Ukrainian 1st Presidential Brigade of the National Guard is being prioritized for evacuation, while regular infantry units from the 110th Mechanized Brigade are left to "hold the line" without adequate support.
New: 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.
New: On the Novopavlivka direction, Russian forces attacked 19 times near Velyka Novosilka.
New: Russian forces conducted airstrikes with guided bombs near several settlements.
New: Russian forces have reportedly advanced near Velyka Novosilka and five other settlements in the Donetsk region.
New: Ukrainian forces are reportedly attempting to block Velyka Novosilka and are using armored vehicles in their attacks.
New: "Иди и смотри" reports that the garrison of ВСУ in Velyka Novosilka is in an operational encirclement.
New: The only remaining key outpost of the Ukrainian Armed Forces in the South Donetsk direction is doomed - fighting is already underway on the outskirts of Velyka Novosilka, according to military correspondent Oleksandr Kots.
New: 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.
New: The only remaining key outpost of the Ukrainian Armed Forces in the South Donetsk direction is doomed - fighting is already underway on the outskirts of Velyka Novosilka, according to military correspondent Oleksandr Kots.

Pokrovsk

Around Pokrovsk (Krasnoarmeysk), Russian troops are advancing towards the Pokrovsk-Konstantinovka road and are reportedly less than 10 kilometers from the city. They are consolidating positions after capturing Kotlyno (Dmytrovo) and mine No. 2, and severing the penultimate railway line to the city. Ukrainian forces are attempting to bypass Pokrovsk from the west, and reports indicate a plan to cover the city from the southwest. 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.

Heavy shelling is reported in Krasnoarmiisk (Pokrovsk). Operators of the "Pulstron" complex of the 95th Separate Air Assault Brigade of the Ukrainian Armed Forces report successfully targeting and destroying Russian military equipment and personnel. Russian forces are also engaged in active combat operations near Krasnoarmiisk (Pokrovsk), with reports of a motorized rifle attack on the Novovasylivka - Novoelizavetovka line.

Russian forces are within 10 kilometers of Pokrovsk and continuing their advance, consolidating positions after capturing Kotlyno (Dmytrovo) and mine No. 2, and severing the penultimate railway line to the city.
Ukrainian forces are attempting to bypass Pokrovsk from the west.
Reports indicate a plan to cover the city from the southwest.
Russian forces are targeting Ukrainian drone communication equipment in Pokrovsk.
Russian artillery destroyed Ukrainian positions in Krasnoarmiisk (Pokrovsk), including two FH70 howitzers, one M777 howitzer, and 17 soldiers. They also destroyed a drone launch site and four Warmate kamikaze drones and two FlyEye reconnaissance drones in the Lazurny microdistrict.
In Gryshino, Russian airstrikes destroyed a temporary deployment point and a stabilization point of the Ukrainian Armed Forces in a local school, killing at least 30 soldiers and destroying three JLTV Oshkosh armored vehicles and two Mercedes Zetros trucks.
In Dmytrovo, Russian forces destroyed two 2B11 120-mm mortars and eight Ukrainian soldiers.
"Azov" forces are reportedly conducting counterattacks in the Pokrovsk direction, described as more like raids before retreating without securing positions.
Russian artillery is heavily shelling Krasnoarmiisk (Pokrovsk).
Video evidence shows Russian forces from the 35th Guards Motorized Rifle Brigade engaging Ukrainian positions near Pokrovsk.
Reports of the Ukrainian metallurgical holding "Metinvest" potentially ceasing operations after the loss of the "Pokrovskoe" mine.
Operators of the "Pulstron" complex of the 95th Separate Air Assault Brigade of the Ukrainian Armed Forces report successfully targeting and destroying Russian military equipment and personnel.
Heavy fighting continues, with reports of a motorized rifle attack on the Novovasylivka - Novoelizavetovka line.
Fighting is ongoing in the areas of Shevchenko, Udachne, Baranivka, Kotlyne, Zverevo, Uspenivka, Slovyanka, and Petropavlivka.
Russian assault troops have reportedly captured a ventilation shaft of a mine west of Kotlyne.
Russian forces have reportedly begun fighting in Zverevo.
Russian forces are reportedly forcibly evacuating children from Pokrovsk.
West of Volkovo and north of Solenoye, Russian forces have reportedly advanced 3.6 km, encompassing the entire "pocket."
Heavy fighting is reported in Udachnoye.
Following the liberation of Baranovka, Russian forces are clearing positions on the opposite high bank of the river, from where the enemy had controlled the village.
Fighting continues west of Vodyanoye Vtoroye.
Russian forces have liberated Baranovka.
They are within 5-7 km of the administrative border of Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, intensifying efforts to encircle this strategically vital city.
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.
Ukrainian forces are attempting to use drones to target Russian troops in a ruined structure in an effort to save Pokrovsk.
Video shows missile trails and reports that Russian forces are conducting powerful strikes on Pokrovsk throughout the day, while simultaneously advancing and encircling the city.
Russian forces have advanced along forested areas southwest of Slavyanka.
Fighting continues south of Petrovpavlovka and Shevchenko, moving towards Andriivka.
Russian forces are targeting Ukrainian drone communication equipment in Pokrovsk.
In Krasnoarmiisk, Russian artillery destroyed Ukrainian positions, including two FH70 howitzers, one M777 howitzer, and 17 soldiers.
"Дневник Десантника" reports that Russian forces have destroyed two FH70 howitzers, one M777 howitzer, and 17 Ukrainian soldiers in Krasnoarmiisk (Pokrovsk). They also destroyed a drone launch site and four Warmate kamikaze drones and two FlyEye reconnaissance drones in the Lazurny microdistrict. In Gryshino, Russian airstrikes destroyed a temporary deployment point and a stabilization point of the Ukrainian Armed Forces in a local school, killing at least 30 soldiers and destroying three JLTV Oshkosh armored vehicles and two Mercedes Zetros trucks.
The Ukrainian General Staff reports 189 combat clashes in the past 24 hours, with 89 of them in the Pokrovsk direction.
A Russian drone destroyed a Ukrainian M113 armored personnel carrier near Pokrovsk.
Russian forces are advancing towards Pokrovsk, having reportedly reached the outskirts and are now less than 10 kilometers from the city and within 5-7 km from the administrative border of Dnipropetrovsk Oblast.
Ukrainian losses in the Pokrovsk direction are reported as 335 military personnel killed and wounded.
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.
Russian forces from the 35th Guards Motorized Rifle Brigade engaged Ukrainian positions near Pokrovsk, including the destruction of a German Leopard tank.
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.
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.
Russian forces have cut the penultimate railway line to Pokrovsk.
Ukrainian forces are making efforts to prevent the loss of Pokrovsk.
New: 24,01,25 Krasnoarmiisk - Udachne Combat operations in the area of Krasnoarmiisk. Infantry unit on the approaches to the village of Udachne came under fire from the Ukrainian Armed Forces. The Russian Armed Forces expanded the controlled territories to the west of Kotlino, advancing at least 2 km in the direction of the border of the Donetsk People's Republic.
New: A Russian drone destroyed a Ukrainian M113 armored personnel carrier near Pokrovsk.

Chasiv Yar

Near Chasiv Yar, Russian forces are approaching the western outskirts from the north side of the railway. The 18th Brigade of the Ukrainian National Guard is reportedly targeting Russian infantry in the central part of Chasiv Yar. Video evidence shows Russian forces fighting for a high-rise building near a refractory plant, and fighters from the "Española" brigade, alongside the 98th Airborne Division and the 200th Motorized Rifle Brigade, engaging in combat.

Russian forces have made significant advances, reportedly capturing about half of the city's urban area, including the Novyi district. They have cleared the forest area south of the Novyi microdistrict and advanced another 800 meters. The basements and workshops of the refractory plant have been completely cleared.

Russian forces continue to advance, dislodging Ukrainian forces and controlling approximately 20% of the refractory plant.
They have also gained control of the fourth section of the Chasiv Yar Refractory Plant and captured about half of the city's urban area, including the Novyi district.
Heavy fighting continues with Russian forces making significant advances. They have reportedly captured about half of the city's urban area, including the Novyi district and are fighting in the Severnyi district.
Russian forces have cleared the forest area south of the Novyi microdistrict and advanced another 800 meters.
The basements and workshops of the refractory plant in Chasiv Yar have been completely cleared.
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 Chasov 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.
New: 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.
New: Clashes continue near Chasiv Yar with no significant changes. In Chasov 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: 24,01,25 Chasiv Yar - Shevchenko Active hostilities in the area of Artemovsk. Attack of the RF Armed Forces by an infantry unit in the vicinity of Chasovoy Yar. A small infantry group is clearing the stronghold of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in a forest belt near the Shevchenko microdistrict. Expansion of the control zone of the RF Armed Forces up to 800 meters across the front.

Other Key Locations in Donetsk Region

Kurakhove:
- Most of Kurakhove has been captured by Russian forces, with fighting ongoing for strongholds near Hryshyno.
- Active combat operations are reported, with 14 enemy attacks repelled.
- Russian forces are advancing from Kurakhove towards Dnipropetrovsk, liberating extensive territories.
- They have reportedly advanced in the southern part of Nov আন্দ্রিভকা and occupied several forest strips south of Ukrainka.
- Ukrainian forces are reportedly attempting to counterattack near Zelenovka and Andreevka to prevent the "pocket" from closing and allowing their forces to escape.
Toretsk:
- Ukrainian defenses have nearly collapsed, with less than 15% of the city under their control.
- Russian forces have entered Petrivka and are pushing Ukrainian troops out.
- Video evidence shows the 2nd Mechanized Battalion fighting on the ruins of Toretsk, engaging in close-quarters combat.
Kramatorsk:
- A powerful explosion was reported in the industrial zone of Kramatorsk.
- Russian forces reportedly using the "Uragan" MLRS to destroy enemy positions.
Zverevo:
- The fighting in Zverevo continues, with Russian forces gradually pushing Ukrainian forces along Gagarin Street and Sazonov's Gully.
Solene:
- Reportedly liberated by Russian forces.
Uspenivka:
- Russian forces are engaged in battles near Uspenivka, advancing towards Dnipropetrovsk Oblast.
- New: 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.

Luhansk Region

Russian forces have captured Zakhidne and Ivanovka, 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.
Borova Direction: Ukrainian forces have established positions northeast and east of Zelenyi Hai.
Russian forces are advancing on the western bank of the Zherebets River near Makiivka, Ivanivka, and Novosadove.
Svatove-Kremenna Direction: Russian forces advanced on three fronts, extending control near Terny and securing new positions near Yampolivka. Clashes were reported near Kopanky, Terny, and Kolodyazi. 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. They also 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 are advancing northwest of Makiivka, controlling a forest area between settlements and moving towards Hrekivka. Russian forces have continued to expand their bridgehead on the western bank of the Zherebets River in the direction of Kolodezi.

Kursk Region

The Ukrainian counteroffensive has stalled, with Russian forces regaining territory and neutralizing Ukrainian units.
A U.S.-made Abrams tank was reportedly rendered inoperable by a Russian Lancet loitering munition near Viktorovka.
Russian forces report the capture of Cherkasskoye Porechnoye and Malaya Loknya.
Russian forces report that an attempted Ukrainian counterattack to retake Kruglенькое failed.
Russian forces report that they are finishing taking the remaining Ukrainian positions in Kurilovka.
Russian forces report that Nikolaevo-Daryino is under their control and that airborne troops are advancing further into Ukrainian territory.
Russian forces report that there is heavy fighting in Makhnovka.
In the area of Kruhlenke/Viktorivka, Russian assault units have entered Viktorivka and are attempting to establish a foothold. Offensive actions are being conducted towards the settlement of Nikolske.
The Ukrainian Armed Forces have inflicted damage in the Kursk region amounting to 750 billion rubles.
Commissions are beginning work to assess the destruction of residential buildings in the border areas affected by attacks and the invasion of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
About 1,000 North Korean soldiers have reportedly been killed in the region while fighting against Ukraine.
British intelligence reports that approximately 4,000 North Korean soldiers were killed in the Kursk region.
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.
In the area of Kruhlenke/Viktorivka, Russian assault units have entered Viktorivka and are attempting to establish a foothold. Offensive actions are being conducted towards the settlement of Nikolske.
Russian forces, specifically Ussuri paratroopers, have reportedly fully liberated Nikolayevo-Daryino.
Russian naval infantry are reportedly continuing to engage Ukrainian forces in Kurilovka and its surroundings.
Ukrainian forces are reportedly increasing their presence in the Sudzha border area, with two newly formed battalions of the 210th separate infantry brigade "Berlingo" expected to be deployed.
Video evidence shows an armored group of the special forces "Akhmat" repelling a Ukrainian counterattack and advancing near Sudzha.
Video evidence shows Russian forces capturing trophies in liberated Russkoye Porechnoye, including Belgian thermobaric weapons, a Swedish-made grenade launcher, and U.S.-made 40-mm grenades.
The Ukrainian Armed Forces have inflicted damage in the Kursk region amounting to 750 billion rubles.
A coordination council has been created in the Kursk region to address the problems of residents in the border areas. The council will include not only officials, representatives of law enforcement and supervisory authorities but also the citizens themselves.
Ukrainian servicemen of the "Chernomorskaya Sech" battalion are accused of committing terrorist acts in the Kursk region, and the case has been sent to court, according to the Investigative Committee of the Russian Federation.
"Два майора" reports that a team of drone operators called "Moisei" is operating in the Kursk 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.
A Russian drone operator targeted a Ukrainian 2S1 "Carnation" self-propelled howitzer in the Kursk region.
A successful Russian "Lancet" drone operator from the "Sever" group targeted a Ukrainian M-113 armored personnel carrier near Yuzhnoye in the Kursk region.
Russian forces successfully employed a "Stugna-P" ATGM system against enemy vehicles in the region.
"Colonelcassad" details the ongoing fighting in the Kursk region, with Russian forces advancing in Nikolaevo-Daryino, Makhnovka, and Russkoye Porechnoye.
Ukrainian forces from the 47th Mechanized Brigade repelled a massive Russian assault in the Viktorivka area near Malaya Loknya, Kursk region.
A Russian Ka-52M helicopter conducted strikes on Ukrainian armor and personnel in the Kursk border area.
Video evidence shows Russian troops using an FPV drone to strike a Ukrainian group advancing at night near Makhnovka.
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 evidence shows a Russian drone operator targeting and destroying a hidden NATO armored vehicle during an assault on Cherkasskoye Porechnoye.
Video evidence shows Ukrainian forces successfully employing a "Stugna-P" ATGM system against enemy vehicles in the region.
Video details the ongoing fighting in the Kursk region, with Russian forces advancing in Nikolaevo-Daryino, Makhnovka, and Russkoye Porechnoye.
Video shows the 155th brigade of the Russian marines destroying Ukrainian manpower and equipment in the Kursk direction.
Video from the Russian Ministry of Defense shows drone pilots engaging a target in the Kursk region border area.
Video evidence shows a Russian drone operator targeting a Ukrainian armored vehicle in the Kursk region.
New video shows a Russian Su-34 fighter-bomber of the Russian Aerospace Forces striking a concentration of Ukrainian equipment and personnel in the border area of Kursk region.
A medic from the "Chestnut" unit saved 300 soldiers during the fighting in the Kursk region.
Video of a Russian Su-34 bomber destroying a Ukrainian stronghold in the Kursk border area.
Video shows a Russian Mi-28NM helicopter destroying a Ukrainian stronghold in the border area of the Kursk region.
New video shows Ukrainian soldiers interrogating a captured North Korean soldier in the Kursk region using Google Translate.
An update from the Russian Ministry of Defense states that Russian forces repelled a Ukrainian attempt to invade Russian territory in the Kursk region.
Video evidence shows Russian forces destroying a Ukrainian "Baba Yaga" drone with a sniper rifle in the Kursk region. The drone was reportedly part of a group of 39 "Baba Yaga" drones that have been destroyed in the area since January 1st.
A Lancet loitering munition destroyed a tank of the Ukrainian Armed Forces in the Kursk border area.
The Sever Group of Forces engaged formations of a tank brigade, a heavy mechanized brigade, four mechanized brigades, two air assault brigades, a marine brigade, and three territorial defense brigades of the Armed Forces of Ukraine near several settlements.
Operational-Tactical and Army aviation, and artillery strikes engaged AFU manpower and hardware near several settlements.
Over the past 24 hours, the AFU lost more than 210 troops, an infantry fighting vehicle, five armored fighting vehicles, six motor vehicles, an artillery gun, and a mortar.
Since the beginning of hostilities in Kursk region, the AFU losses amounted to more than 52,870 troops, 304 tanks, 232 infantry fighting vehicles, 174 armored personnel carriers, 1,572 armored fighting vehicles, 1,508 motor vehicles, 377 artillery guns, 44 MLRS launchers, including 13 of HIMARS and six of MLRS made by the USA, 16 anti-aircraft missile launchers, eight transport-loading vehicles, 93 EW stations, 13 counter-battery warfare radars, four air defence radars, 30 units of engineering and other materiel, including 13 counterobstacle vehicles, one UR-77 mine clearing vehicle, eight armoured recovery vehicles, and one command post vehicle.
Video evidence confirms the complete liberation of Nikolayevo-Daryino.
Heavy fighting continues near the village of Nikolsky, with Russian forces approaching Malaya Loknya and Ukrainian forces counterattacking.
Refugees from the Kursk region are protesting and demanding a meeting with the acting governor.
A new statement suggests that Ukrainian forces will attempt to hold their occupied portion of the Kursk region for 100 days.
The intensity of the fighting is being

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