Strategic Overview: February 1, 2025, 13:08 UTC

Military Situation Report

Key Developments

Donetsk Region

Velyka Novosilka: Confirmed under complete Russian control, with the Russian Ministry of Defense officially declaring the settlement's liberation. Russian forces are advancing from Velyka Novosilka towards Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. Video evidence confirms Russian presence throughout the settlement.
Pokrovsk: The situation is highly precarious. Russian forces are within 2 kilometers of Myrnohrad and within 3 kilometers of the administrative border of Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. One of the two routes from Krasnoarmiisk (Pokrovsk) to Dnipro has been cut off. Russian forces report advances towards Pershe Travnia (Leontovychi), Novosergievka, and Lysivka. Ukrainian forces report repelling attacks near multiple locations. Russian airstrikes with guided aerial bombs were reported. Video evidence shows the aftermath of an artillery strike on Ukrainian positions. Russian forces report entering Novoselivka Persha and advancing towards the Pokrovsk-Konstantinovka highway. Ukrainian forces have reportedly lost the village of Novoselivka Persha.
Toretsk: Ukrainian defenses are under immense strain, with less than 15% of the city under their control. Battles are ongoing on the northern outskirts and near several mines. Ukrainian forces report battles for the "Toretska" mine, described as their last defense node, with 90-95% of the city under Russian control. Ukrainian defenses have nearly collapsed.
Chasiv Yar: Russian forces control approximately 20% of the refractory plant and about half of the city's urban area, including the Novyi district. Fighting continues in the Sievernyi district. Russian forces have reportedly cleared the Novosjeverny district and the summit of the "Block-9" spoil tip at the refractory plant. Heavy flamethrower systems TOS-1A "Solntsepek" crews reportedly destroyed Ukrainian Armed Forces strongholds. Russian troops are completing the cleanup of the Severnyi microdistrict and are destroying Ukrainian forces in the Shevchenko microdistrict. Russian units also took positions in the buildings south of the Chasiv Yar Refractory Plant and advanced in the area of the Dolgoe-II tract south of the Novyi microdistrict. In the northern part of Chasiv Yar, fighting is ongoing for the remaining part of the Novosjeverny microdistrict. The Ukrainian Armed Forces are concentrating forces in the area of Dniprovska Street in the Shevchenko microdistrict, trying to hold the south of the city. Russian FPV drones are attacking Ukrainian infantry and burning equipment on the road. There are reports of battles on the southwestern outskirts of the city. Russian forces are making advances near the mines south of Chasiv Yar.
Kurakhove: Most of the city has been captured, with fighting ongoing near Hryshyno. Russian forces are advancing towards Dnipropetrovsk. Heavy fighting is reported in the eastern part of Andriivka, with Russian forces advancing from Shevchenko and Petropavlivka. The capture of Andriivka is strategically important for the defense of Ukrainian forces. West of Kurakhove, Russian troops are attempting to advance in the Dachne and Andriivka areas. Russian troops are trying to encircle Dachne to the west of Kurakhove. The 68th regiment is storming Dachne, with half of the settlement cleared of enemy forces. UAV crews are targeting scattered groups of Ukrainian militants, supporting the advance of assault troops. Fighting is ongoing in the center of Dachnoe, with reports of a Russian breakthrough from the east. Video evidence shows a soldier eliminating a Russian soldier near Kurakhove. Fighting is reported near Petropavlivka, Dachnoe, and Sukhykh Yal.
Kramatorsk Direction: Russian forces have advanced south of Rozlyv and expanded their control in the Dachne area. In Kramatorsk, 13 people were injured due to a Russian attack, including two children. Increased Russian assault activities reported. A powerful explosion was reported in the industrial zone of Kramatorsk.
Other Locations: Fighting continues in Zverevo. Solone has reportedly been liberated by Russian forces. Russian forces are engaged in battles near Uspenivka. Russian forces report further advances near Dachne, Andriivka, Slov'yanka, and Novoandriivka. Russian forces, with an advance near Terniv, have improved their tactical position. Russian forces are making advances near Zverevo, Solone, Uspenivka, Dachne, Kotlyne, and Andriivka. Bogatyrskoe: Russian assault groups have advanced to the area of Alekseevka. Zelenovka: Fierce fighting is reported.

Luhansk Region

Russian forces report advances near Nadiivka, Petropavlivka, Zakhidne, and Ivanivka, advancing towards the western border of the Luhansk People's Republic. Russian forces have captured Zakhidne and Ivanivka. An "operational cauldron" is forming around Ukrainian forces near Novoyehorivka. In the direction of Hrekivka, Russian forces are developing an offensive from Makiivka, with an advance of 400m.
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.

Kursk Region

Fighting intensity is compared to the battles of Bakhmut and Avdiivka. Ukrainian forces will attempt to hold their occupied portion of the region for 100 days. Reports indicate contractors allegedly embezzled over 3 billion rubles allocated for fortifications construction. Ukrainian forces claim to have destroyed a command post of the "Kursk" troop grouping of the Russian Armed Forces in Rylsk. Heavy fighting continues near Nikolsky. Russian forces report the capture of Nikolaevo-Daryino, Cherkasskoye Porechnoye, and Malaya Loknya. North Korean forces have reportedly withdrawn from some areas, possibly due to heavy losses. Ukrainian forces repelled 7 Russian assaults in the Kursk region. Ukrainian forces are using drones to destroy a column of Russian armored vehicles near the border between Kursk and Sumy regions. Ukrainian forces from the 73rd Naval Special Operations Center are conducting operations in the Kursk region, collecting data on Russian and North Korean troops. Russian forces, supported by artillery and FPV drones, destroyed a Ukrainian BMP-2 in the Kursk region. Heavy flamethrower systems TOS-1A "Solntsepek" crews reportedly destroyed strongholds of the Ukrainian Armed Forces in a border area of the Kursk region. Russian forces are bypassing Sudzha from the south. Refugees from the Kursk region are protesting and demanding a meeting with the acting governor. Russian forces are advancing in the Kursk region, with ongoing battles near Sverdlykove and in nearby forested areas. Ukrainian forces have reportedly deployed over 100 paratroopers to the Sudzhansky district for a counterattack near Nikolsky.

Kharkiv Region

Russian forces have taken control of Novomlynsk. The Ukrainian Air Force reports launches of guided aerial bombs by enemy tactical aviation in the north of the region. Explosions were reported in Kharkiv and Chuhuiv districts. Reports indicate that Ukrainian forces successfully repelled a Russian attack near Vovchansk. Kupiansk is under renewed heavy shelling. Russian forces report that they are beginning to storm Kupyansk.

Zaporizhzhia Region

Russian forces report destroying a group of foreign mercenaries, including an Austrian special forces veteran, near Orikhiv. At least five people were injured in attacks on Zaporizhzhia, Kupiansk, and the Dnipropetrovsk region. Russia attacked the Zaporizhzhia region 401 times overnight.

Other Regions

Drone Warfare: Intensified drone warfare continues, with multiple attacks reported across various regions. A massive overnight attack involved over 100 drones targeting central Russia and the south. Ukrainian forces report shooting down 14 enemy drones in the Sumy region and are actively engaging enemy drones in multiple regions. New groups of drones are reported moving towards the Kirovohrad, Mykolaiv, and Kharkiv regions. Drones are reported near Nikopol and Hurivka. The head of the Dnipropetrovsk Regional Council advises residents of frontline communities to evacuate. The Ukrainian Air Force reports a threat of guided aerial bombs being launched by tactical aircraft in the Zaporizhzhia region. An air raid alert has been declared in the Zaporizhzhia region. Explosions were reported in Zaporizhzhia near the port area, with casualties and damage reported. A high-speed target was reported moving from Mykolaiv region towards Kirovohrad region. The Ukrainian Air Force reports possible anti-aircraft activity against an enemy drone. The Ukrainian Air Force warns of an enemy drone approaching Kharkiv from the northwest. A high-speed target was reported in the region. The Ukrainian Air Force reports a high-speed target moving from Sumy Oblast towards Poltava Oblast. Overnight, a drone attack targeted a civilian enterprise in the Novobavarskyi district, causing a large fire, damage to a gas pipe and 5 vehicles. Two civilians suffered acute stress reactions. Two drones fell in the Kyivskyi district. In the Rohanska community, a drone attack destroyed a private house and garage, injuring 2 people. In Shestakove, a drone attack caused a fire in a destroyed private house, with no reported casualties. The Ukrainian Air Force reports a threat of Russian drone attacks in Donetsk and Kharkiv Oblasts. Ukrainian air defenses shot down 14 enemy drones in the Sumy region. All 4 enemy drones were shot down in the Lviv region. Ukrainian forces shot down 37 drones overnight. New groups of enemy drones have been reported in the northeast of Chernihiv region. Four drones are heading towards or through Vylkove. Four drones flew past Vylkove towards Kiliia. Four drones are moving from the Black Sea towards the Izmail district. Two drones are moving from Vinnytsia Oblast to Khmelnytskyi Oblast. One drone is in the south of Vinnytsia Oblast, with a northwesterly course. Two drones are moving from Zhytomyr Oblast towards or through Shepetivka. One drone is moving from the Bilotserkivskyi district to Zhytomyr Oblast. One drone is approaching Kyiv via Brovary. One drone is north of Kyiv Oblast, heading towards or through Hostomel. One drone is heading towards or through Vasylkiv. Two drones are in the east of Kyiv Oblast. Four drones are circling in the east of Chernihiv Oblast. One drone is in the south of Kirovohrad Oblast, with a western course. New groups of "Shahed" drones are moving from the Black Sea towards Odesa Oblast. Three new drones are moving from the Black Sea towards the Izmail district. New alerts for multiple regions, including Mykolaiv, Vinnytsia, Zhytomyr, Kirovohrad, Cherkasy, Boryspil, Vasylkiv, and Kyiv. Confirmed drone movements across various regions. Ukrainian air defenses shot down 14 enemy drones in the Sumy region. Three drones were shot down in Sumy region overnight. All 4 enemy drones were shot down in the Lviv region. A Ukrainian drone attack on Sumy resulted in six deaths and multiple injuries. FPV drones were used to destroy a column of Russian armored vehicles near the border between Kursk and Sumy regions, and successfully destroyed a Ukrainian T-72M1 tank in the Kursk border area. Ukrainian forces targeted and destroyed a Russian "Orlan" UAV ground control station using a missile strike.
Explosions in Ivano-Frankivsk Oblast: Media reports indicate explosions during an ongoing drone attack.
Air Raid Alerts: Air raid alerts in Kyiv and six regions of Ukraine. Half of Ukraine is under air raid alert due to enemy UAVs in the airspace. An air raid alert has been declared and later lifted. A high-speed target is moving in the Black Sea towards Odesa. A high-speed target is moving in the Black Sea towards Odesa. Another high-speed target is in the Black Sea in the direction of Odesa. Another high-speed target is moving in the Black Sea towards Odesa. An air alarm has been declared for Odesa, reports that drones are approaching the city. The air raid threat has been lifted for Odesa Oblast.
Mykolaiv: Two people were killed as a result of a Russian missile strike on a food industry enterprise during the night. The head of the Kherson Regional Military Administration warns of a possible massive shelling of Kherson and the suburbs by Russian forces. A cruise missile was reported south of Bashtanka, course northwest. A missile was reported in the Voznesensk area, course unchanged. The threat of missile attacks has been lifted for the Kirovohrad, Kherson, and Mykolaiv regions.
Odesa: Damage to residential buildings and civilian casualties were reported due to a Russian drone attack. An attack on the port infrastructure was reported. There is damage to residential buildings due to a Russian drone attack. Four cars caught fire. Explosions were reported in Odesa. An air raid alert has been declared in Izmail, with reports that drones are approaching the city. Russian ballistic missiles struck Odesa. Repeated explosions were heard in Odesa. Russian missiles targeted the center of Odesa. A powerful strike was carried out on the elite hotel "Bristol" in Odesa, where foreign mercenaries stayed. The enemy attacked Odesa with ballistics three times during the evening. A woman working at the "Bristol" hotel was injured as a result of the Russian strikes on Odesa. The historic center of Odesa was damaged by Russian strikes. Two people have been reported injured due to the Russian strikes. Norwegian diplomatic representatives were caught in the epicenter of the strike.
Cherkasy: Overnight drone attack reported, with air defenses active and damage to an energy infrastructure facility in Uman. The city is under threat from an enemy drone approaching from the southeast. Cherkasy Oblast was attacked overnight, with air defenses active. A headquarters for coordinating emergency response has been established in the Umansky district. There is reported damage in the area.
Sumy: Eight people have died, and 13 were injured as a result of a drone hitting an apartment building. The number of deaths has increased to nine. Emergency work at the site of the "Shahed" drone attack on Sumy has been completed. Infrastructure facilities were damaged. A Shahed drone hit an apartment building, resulting in at least 7 injuries, including a child, and 1 death. A rescue operation is underway for a woman trapped under debris. A headquarters for emergency response will be set up.
Synelnykivskyi district: of the Dnipropetrovsk region, a lyceum was destroyed as a result of a Russian attack.
Chernihiv: A Russian airstrike caused a large fire in Chernihiv. An explosion was reported in the suburbs of Chernihiv, attributed to a Shahed drone. Russian forces attacked non-residential facilities with drones.
Ivano-Frankivsk: The region is under threat of an enemy drone attack. The region is under threat of an enemy drone attack from the northeast.
Dnipropetrovsk: The city of Dnipro is under threat from an enemy drone approaching from the southeast. A second explosion was reported in Dnipro. Three drones were shot down in the Dnipropetrovsk region overnight.
Vuhledar: Russian sappers discovered mines made with 3D printers.
Sukhi Yaly River: Russian artillerymen are targeting Ukrainian forces.
Bryansk (Russia): Two Ukrainian drones were shot down. Reports that drones attacked the village of Mamai, with an explosion near the "Druzhba" oil pipeline distribution station. The Bryansk region is reportedly under attack, with a series of explosions in the sky above the city. A fire has broken out in one of the districts. The Russian Ministry of Defense claims to have intercepted several Ukrainian drones over the Bryansk region. 26 drones were destroyed over the Bryansk region overnight. Residents of Klimovo and Novozybkov in the Bryansk region reported explosions and subsequent fires. It is alleged that drones attempted to attack the "Novozybkov" oil pumping station of the "Druzhba" pipeline.
Tver (Russia): A fuel transfer station was reportedly attacked by Ukrainian drones. A drone was shot down.
Belgorod (Russia): A private house was attacked by a drone. Several drones were shot down on the approach to Smolensk. A drone was destroyed over Lake Ladoga, with no reported damage or casualties.
Massive Drone Attack: Over 100 drones attacked central Russia and the south overnight. The Russian Ministry of Defense reports that 104 Ukrainian drones were intercepted and destroyed. The enemy reportedly targeted oil refineries, enterprises, and the Smolensk nuclear power plant. Most attacks were repelled, but some fires broke out at the targeted facilities. Drones attacked the fourth largest oil refinery near Nizhny Novgorod.
Lipetsk (Russia): An air danger regime has been declared.
Poltava: The death toll has risen to five as a result of a Russian missile strike.

Military Analysis

The military situation in Ukraine remains critical for Ukrainian forces. Russian forces are achieving significant advances in the Donetsk region, particularly around Velyka Novosilka, Pokrovsk, and Chasiv Yar. The capture of Velyka Novosilka is a major strategic and symbolic victory for Russian forces. Ukrainian defenses in Pokrovsk and Toretsk are under immense pressure, with reports indicating a potential collapse of defenses in Toretsk.

Drone warfare continues to be a defining feature of the conflict, with both sides utilizing UAVs extensively. The Ukrainian military confirmed the use of a long-range drone capable of carrying a 250-kilogram bomb and traveling up to 2000 km with the possibility of return. This new capability potentially allows Ukraine to strike targets deep within Russian territory and could significantly impact the course of the conflict.

The situation in the Kursk region indicates a shift in momentum, with Russian forces regaining territory and repelling Ukrainian counterattacks. The reported involvement of North Korean soldiers adds another layer of complexity to the conflict.

The increased drone activity across multiple regions suggests a potential escalation in aerial warfare, with both sides attempting to gain an advantage through the use of UAVs. The attacks on civilian infrastructure, particularly energy facilities, indicate a deliberate strategy to disrupt Ukrainian services and impact civilian morale.

The Ukrainian military is facing significant challenges in maintaining defensive positions and countering Russian advances. The reported losses in personnel and equipment, coupled with the ongoing pressure on multiple fronts, are likely straining Ukrainian capabilities.

New Developments

Drone Capabilities: The Ukrainian military confirmed the use of a long-range drone capable of carrying a 250-kilogram bomb and traveling up to 2000 km with the possibility of return. The confirmed use of a long-range drone capable of carrying a 250-kilogram bomb and traveling up to 2000 km with the possibility of return has significant strategic implications. This new capability potentially allows Ukraine to strike targets deep within Russian territory and could significantly impact the course of the conflict.
Netherlands Military Aid: The Netherlands announced a new military aid package for Ukraine, including additional F-16 fighter jets, 400 million euros for drones, and cooperation on long-range weapons projects.
US Aid Uncertainty: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio reportedly assured the Italian Foreign Minister that the US will not abandon Ukraine, despite the confirmed 90-day freeze on most foreign aid, including military aid to Ukraine.
Ammunition Supplies: The Czech Republic has reportedly supplied Ukraine with 1.5 million ammunition rounds, including a third being 155mm artillery shells.
Allegations of Ukrainian Atrocities: A captured Ukrainian soldier gave a graphic account of atrocities committed by the 92nd Assault Brigade in the village of Russkoye Porechnoye, Kursk region, including the murder of 22 civilians and the rape of 8 women.
Coordination Headquarters for the Treatment of Prisoners of War: Held an online meeting with the families of the soldiers of the reactive artillery division of the 36th separate marine brigade named after Rear Admiral Mykhailo Bilinsky.
Russian Advances: Russian forces report further advances near Dachne, Andriivka, Slov'yanka, and Novoandriivka. Russian forces, with an advance near Terniv, have improved their tactical position and destroyed three strongholds, a Western artillery installation, and several Ukrainian vehicles. Russian troops are trying to encircle Dachne to the west of Kurakhove. Russian forces are advancing, with battles ongoing near Udachne. The intensity of the fighting is comparable to that in Chasiv Yar. Ukrainian forces have reportedly lost the village of Novoselivka Persha. Ukrainian forces report repelling 7 Russian assaults in the Pokrovsk direction. Russian forces have captured Zakhidne and Ivanivka and are advancing towards the western border of the Luhansk People's Republic. An "operational cauldron" is forming around Ukrainian forces near Novoyehorivka. In the direction of Hrekivka, Russian forces are developing an offensive from Makiivka, with an advance of 400m.
Drone Attacks: Explosions were reported in Kharkiv and Chuhuiv districts. A fire was reported at an energy facility in Kharkiv following a drone attack, causing power and water supply issues. Repeat launches of guided aerial bombs by enemy tactical aviation were reported in Sumy and the east of Kharkiv region.
Military Equipment: Ukrainian forces received 290 new drones. FPV drones, drone operators destroyed 21 and wounded 40 North Korean soldiers, used to destroy a column of Russian armored vehicles near the border between Kursk and Sumy regions, successfully destroyed a Ukrainian T-72M1 tank in the Kursk border area, used for 6 minutes of continuous strikes by Ukrainian forces on Russian positions and personnel in the Kursk region. A Russian FPV drone destroyed a Ukrainian "Kozak" armored vehicle in the Kursk region. UAVs, Ukrainian air defenses shot down 14 enemy drones in the Sumy region, Ukrainian forces shot down 37 drones overnight, Ukrainian forces shot down 39 drones overnight, used for attack on Kharkiv hit a private sector in the Kholodnohirskyi district, used for attack on residential buildings in Odesa, used for attack on an energy infrastructure facility in Uman, used for attack on an apartment building in Sumy, used for attack on a residential building in Sumy. Ukrainian forces targeted and destroyed a Russian "Orlan" UAV ground control station using a missile strike. A Russian Mi-28NM helicopter destroyed a Ukrainian stronghold in the border area of the Kursk region. Heavy flamethrower systems TOS-1A "Solntsepek" used to attack concentrations of militants in Chasiv Yar. Russian forces targeted Ukrainian positions in the Kursk region with Su-25 aircraft, launching missiles at low altitudes. Guided aerial bombs used by enemy tactical aviation in the north of Kharkiv region, used by enemy tactical aviation on Dobropillya in the Donetsk region. "Shahed" Drones: Russia launched another attack on Ukraine using "Shahed" drones. 2S43 Malva Self-Propelled Howitzer: Ukrainian forces successfully targeted and damaged a Russian 2S43 Malva. Leopard 2A6 tank decoys: Reportedly proven effective, drawing attacks from Russian drones. BM-21 "Grad" and ZRK "Strela-10": Russian airborne forces used these systems to target Ukrainian positions and a "Valkyrie" drone near Chasiv Yar and Artemivsk. Ka-52M helicopters: Russian forces are using Ka-52M helicopters for airstrikes. Mi-28NM helicopter: A Russian Mi-28NM helicopter destroyed a Ukrainian stronghold in the border area of the Kursk region. BMP-2: Russian forces, supported by artillery and FPV drones, destroyed a Ukrainian BMP-2 in the Kursk region. "Courier" ground robotic complex: Russian forces have deployed the "Courier" ground robotic complex, equipped with an AGS-17 automatic grenade launcher, in the Kupyansk area. The system is reportedly designed for delivering ammunition, evacuating wounded, and reconnaissance.
Zaporizhzhia Regional Military Administration: Reported that they provided equipment and technology worth nearly 130 million hryvnias to 45 units of the Defense Forces in January, including over 1500 FPV drones and Mavics, as well as electronic warfare equipment.
Ukrainian Air Force: Reported that 59 out of 102 enemy drones were shot down during the night of January 31, with another 37 "locationally lost" without negative consequences. Reported increased activity of Russian tactical aviation in the north.
Lipetsk Oblast in Russia: Has declared an air danger regime.
A captured Ukrainian border guard, S.N. Valchuk, provided detailed information about the deteriorating situation on Ukraine's western borders, alleging that Polish and Romanian forces have advanced up to 2 km into Ukrainian territory. He also spoke of widespread corruption and low morale among Ukrainian border guards.
A soldier from the Russian Armed Forces, Viktor Ivanovich Sleptsov, recruited from a penal colony, surrendered to Ukrainian forces on the Zaporizhzhia front. He reported poor conditions, mistreatment, and corruption within his unit, "Storm V," and confirmed being sent on "meat assaults" with inadequate support and equipment.
A Ukrainian drone attack on Cherkasy damaged an apartment building, with no reported casualties.
New reports indicate increasing cases of desertion among Ukrainian military personnel due to exhaustion, lack of rotation, and poor morale.
The head of the Ryazan "Novaya Gazeta" and a member of the federal bureau of the "Yabloko" party were detained on charges of extortion.
The chief of the 5481 military mission of the Russian Ministry of Defense, Sergei Bolgarev, was arrested on charges of accepting bribes in excess of 14 million rubles.
Four residents of Khabarovsk lost over 3.6 million rubles after falling for fraudulent investment schemes.
The director for accounting methodology, taxation, and reporting at "Rosnano," Marina Kasenkova, was identified as the third suspect in a fraud case.
Veterinarians in Moscow successfully operated on a chinchilla with an open fracture of its paw.
Video evidence shows the work of drone operators from the 83rd Guards Air Assault Brigade in the Kursk region, with reports of the capture and clearing of two strongholds south of Nikolaevo-Daryino.
Video footage shows the work of Kurdish SDF FPV drone operators targeting Turkish equipment and pro-Turkish militants.
Video evidence shows the aftermath of a Ukrainian drone attack in the Kyiv region, with two multi-story buildings and six cars damaged. A fire also broke out at an enterprise, covering an area of 600 square meters.
Video showed a ground drone from the 93rd Brigade delivering ammunition to a remote position and retrieving a "Kazhan" hexacopter that was forced to land in a gray zone due to enemy electronic warfare.
Video showed drone operators detecting and destroying an enemy "Baba Yaga" drone carrying a mine, thus saving their comrades.
Six soldiers from the 425th Separate Assault Battalion "Skala" reportedly captured eight Russian soldiers, highlighting the importance of training and discipline in achieving success on the battlefield. The full video is available on the Butusov Plus channel.
The Ukrainian Air Force reported that on the night of February 1, the enemy used 165 air attack weapons, including various types of missiles and drones. Ukrainian air defenses shot down 56 drones and intercepted a significant number of missiles, although some hit their targets, including civilian and critical infrastructure. The attack included 7 Iskander-M/KN-23 ballistic missiles, 7 Iskander-K cruise missiles, 8 Kh-22/32 cruise missiles, 4 Kalibr cruise missiles, 8 Kh-101/Kh-55 cruise missiles, 10 Kh-59/Kh-69 guided aviation missiles, 2 Kh-31P guided aviation missiles, and 123 Shahed drones/drones of various types. The attack targeted multiple regions, including Zaporizhzhia, Odesa, Sumy, Kharkiv, Khmelnytskyi, and Kyiv. A Kh-22 missile hit a residential building in Poltava, and ballistic missiles struck the historic center of Odesa. The Ukrainian Air Force continues to defend the country's airspace and expresses condolences to the families of the victims.
The Main Intelligence Directorate of Ukraine (GUR) has requested samples of Russian technology, including electronic warfare elements, drones, modern Russian radio stations, and missile components (circuit boards, guidance warheads, etc.). They have developed a motivation program for Ukrainian military personnel to provide these samples, which will be used to develop new Ukrainian weapons.

Updated Situation

The military situation in Ukraine remains critical, with Russian forces making significant advances, particularly in the Donetsk region. Velyka Novosilka is under complete Russian control, and the situation in Pokrovsk and Toretsk is increasingly precarious, with Ukrainian defenses near collapse in Toretsk and Russian forces within 2 km of Myrnohrad. The Ukrainian counteroffensive in the Kursk region has stalled, with reports of significant North Korean casualties. Drone warfare continues to intensify, with widespread attacks across multiple regions and reports of intense drone activity. Ukrainian air defenses have been active, shooting down numerous drones. Ukrainian forces are actively targeting Russian military assets and infrastructure, including oil refineries. The Ukrainian military is adapting its force structure, creating new units focused on drone warfare. Reports of internal conflict within both Russian and Ukrainian forces, as well as corruption and forced mobilization, highlight the complex internal situation. The US has lifted the 90-day freeze on most foreign aid, including military aid to Ukraine, but the White House press secretary has denied this, creating confusion. Finland and Great Britain are providing substantial military aid packages to Ukraine. Geopolitical tensions remain high, with Russia accusing the US of discussing an assassination attempt on Putin and a Russian politician claiming Ukraine is a fictional state. The release of hostages in Gaza adds another layer to the complex international situation. Ukrainian intelligence is actively seeking samples of Russian technology to develop countermeasures and new weapons. The SBU has neutralized a pro-Kremlin organization attempting to destabilize Ukraine from within.

The new information about Syrskyi's meeting on improving training quality indicates a focus on enhancing the combat readiness of Ukrainian forces. The decision to increase the training period for instructors and to conduct basic training at combat unit bases demonstrates a commitment to improving the quality of personnel and their integration into existing units.

The video of vandalism in Moscow may reflect underlying social tensions or unrest within Russia.

The reported strike on a bridge over the Sukhi Yaly River near Konstantynopil by Russian forces represents a tactical success in disrupting Ukrainian logistics and movement in the Kurakhovske direction.

The arrest of the former deputy head of Rosnano's management board on charges of abuse of power highlights ongoing issues with corruption within Russian state-owned enterprises.

The report about the 501st Separate Marine Infantry Battalion being withdrawn to the Mykolaiv region for replenishment after suffering over 50% casualties underscores the intensity of the fighting and the significant losses being incurred by both sides.

The delivery of humanitarian aid from the Kadyrov Foundation to displaced persons in the Kursk region indicates ongoing efforts to address the humanitarian consequences of the conflict.

The Prosecutor General's Office report on the exposure of a scheme to supply gas equipment to Russia through intermediary firms in Moldova, Belarus, and Kazakhstan highlights the ongoing challenges in enforcing sanctions and preventing circumvention.

The provision of a mobile cogeneration unit to Vilnianska hromada by German partners demonstrates continued international support for Ukraine's efforts to maintain critical infrastructure and ensure energy resilience.

Medvedev's inflammatory remarks about the Czech senator's comments on Leningrad further escalate tensions and contribute to a hostile rhetorical environment.

The report of three police officers killed in a Russian airstrike in the Sumy region underscores the dangers faced by law enforcement personnel in conflict zones.

The image of a soldier with a "Russian Zombie Hunter" patch highlights the psychological warfare aspect of the conflict and the use of propaganda to boost morale.

The comment expressing animosity towards TCC personnel reflects negative public sentiment towards military recruitment efforts in Ukraine.

The report on Tucker Carlson's interview, as presented by Ukrainian media, highlights the ongoing information war and the battle for public opinion on the international stage.

The TASS report on Moldova's approval of gas supplies to Transnistria, purchased with an EU grant, could have implications for the geopolitical situation in the region.

The video showing the aftermath of the attack on Russkoye Porechnoye, with the reported confession of a captured militant about atrocities committed against civilians, highlights the brutal nature of the conflict and the potential for war crimes.

The video of a child dressed in military gear and expressing support for Russian soldiers is a clear example of propaganda aimed at fostering pro-military sentiment.

The advertisement for illicit driver's license services in Russia raises concerns about corruption, potential security vulnerabilities, and the circumvention of regulations.

The report about Milonov allegedly causing a stroke in the mother of a deceased soldier after accusing her of working for foreign intelligence services highlights the internal political tensions and the potential for abuse of power in Russia.

The GUR's call for samples of Russian technology underscores the ongoing technological arms race and Ukraine's efforts to gain a strategic advantage through intelligence gathering and reverse engineering.

The video of the soldier from the 40th Brigade of the Pacific Fleet firing a recoilless rifle demonstrates the ongoing use of such weapons in the conflict and the focus on concealed firing positions.

The video appeal from soldiers of the Airborne Forces for a UAZ vehicle highlights potential logistical challenges and the reliance on crowdfunding to meet the needs of military units.

The new information about the Ukrainian drone strike on the "ShU Pokrovskaya" mine, if confirmed, indicates continued targeting of industrial facilities.

The report of North Korean families bribing doctors to avoid military conscription suggests potential morale issues within the North Korean military and resistance to involvement in the conflict.

The death toll in Poltava rising to five, with three children among the injured, underscores the devastating impact of the conflict on civilians.

The announcement of the release of the film "One Summer in Ukraine" about the International Legion of the GUR, with proceeds going to support the Legion, is a significant morale-boosting and fundraising initiative.

The exposure of a Zhytomyr company supplying gas boilers to Russian military sanatoriums highlights the ongoing challenges in preventing internal support for the Russian war effort.

The video of the "Vampire" drone operators from the 32nd Brigade destroying a Russian "bukhanka" carrying ammunition demonstrates the effectiveness of Ukrainian drone warfare tactics.

The reported detection of a Ukrainian uncrewed surface vessel (USV) by a Russian "Orion" drone, followed by a missile strike, indicates the increasing use of USVs in the conflict and the development of countermeasures.

The map analysis by Rybar confirms the ongoing intense fighting around Chasov Yar and the strategic importance of the surrounding areas, particularly the mines.

The detention of Boris Podolsky, former executive director of "Rosnano," on charges of abuse of power, highlights the continued scrutiny of state-owned enterprises in Russia.

The delivery of humanitarian aid from the Kadyrov Foundation to displaced persons in the Kursk region demonstrates the ongoing efforts to address the humanitarian consequences of the conflict.

The Ukrainian drone strike on the "ShU Pokrovskaya" mine, targeting Ukrainian forces allegedly located on the territory of the mine, if confirmed, would represent a tactical success in disrupting Ukrainian operations and potentially inflicting casualties.

The report of North Korean families bribing doctors to avoid military conscription, with the price of bribes increasing fivefold, suggests growing resistance to involvement in the conflict and potential instability within North Korea.

The death toll in Poltava rising to five, with 14 injured, including three children, underscores the devastating impact of the conflict on civilians and the urgent need for humanitarian assistance.

The exposure of a Zhytomyr company supplying gas boilers to Russian military sanatoriums, through intermediaries in the EU, Central Asia, and Belarus, highlights the ongoing challenges in enforcing sanctions and preventing internal support for the Russian war effort. The arrest of the company's sales manager and the ongoing investigation demonstrate Ukraine's commitment to combating such activities.

The video of the "Vampire" drone operators from the 32nd Brigade destroying a Russian "bukhanka" carrying ammunition for a mortar demonstrates the effectiveness of Ukrainian drone warfare tactics and the impact on Russian logistics and firepower.

The reported detection of a Ukrainian uncrewed surface vessel (USV) by a Russian "Or