Updated Analysis of the Military Situation in Ukraine: February 2, 2025, 16:38 UTC
Key Developments
Donetsk Region
Pokrovsk: The situation remains extremely precarious. Russian forces are within 2 kilometers of Myrnohrad and have severed one of the two routes connecting Krasnoarmiisk (Pokrovsk) to Dnipro. Fierce battles are reported near Yelyzavetivka,Vodyane Druhe, and Baranivka, with Russian forces within 10 kilometers of Pokrovsk and advancing, blocking Ukrainian supply lines. Positional fighting continues, and Russian forces have advanced 1 km along the railway towards Krasnoarmiisk, occupying new positions. The control zone on the southern flank of Krasnoarmiisk has expanded. Ukrainian forces claim to have halted 40 assaults in this area. The Ukrainian General Staff reports that 40 out of 110 combat clashes occurred in the Pokrovsk direction. Ukrainian forces report stopping 40 Russian assaults near Zelene Pole, Yelyzavetivka, Promin, Zvirove, Udachne, Uspenivka, Novooleksandrivka, Sribne, and Dachne. An "operational cauldron" is forming around Ukrainian forces near Novoyehorivka. Heavy fighting is reported, with Russian forces achieving tactical successes. Reuters reports that after the liberation of Pokrovsk, Russia has two main scenarios: westward into the sparsely populated plains of Dnipropetrovsk Oblast or northward into more densely populated industrial areas to pressure Kramatorsk and Sloviansk. Russian forces are actively attacking Sribne, south of Nadiivka, south and east of Udachne, west and east near Kotlyne, and southwest of Zverove. The Ukrainian Commander-in-Chief reported over 15,000 enemy troops neutralized in January, with approximately 7,000 irreversibly lost. Video evidence shows Ukrainian forces destroying various Russian equipment with FPV drones. Drone operators of the Special Operations Forces reportedly destroyed 21 and wounded 40 North Korean soldiers. Video evidence shows Ukrainian and Russian forces engaging in combat and destroying each other's equipment. Drones will be used for surveillance and combat operations on the Pokrovsk front. Russian forces have reportedly expanded their control in the eastern part of Andriivka. The "Flying Skull" unit reportedly destroyed four Russian soldiers near Pokrovsk using drones. Ukrainian forces from the 155th Separate Mechanized Brigade "Anna Kyivska" repelled a Russian attack on the Pokrovsk direction, with one Russian soldier killed by small arms fire and another reportedly taking his own life after hearing an approaching FPV drone.
Kramatorsk Direction: Russian forces advanced south of Rozlyv and expanded control in the Dachne area, with increased assault activities. A powerful explosion was reported in the industrial zone of Kramatorsk. 13 people were injured due to a Russian attack, including two children. One person was killed in Ivanopil, and another was wounded in Chasiv Yar. Drone operators from the 27th Artillery Regiment are targeting enemy artillery positions.
Chasiv Yar: Russian forces control approximately 20% of the refractory plant and about half of the city's urban area. They have taken a position on a spoil tip on the western outskirts of the Blok-9 mine. The bulk of the Severnyi district is under Russian control, with battles on the southwestern outskirts. Russian forces are advancing from the southwest. No significant changes in the last 24 hours, but the initiative remains with the Russian forces. Heavy flamethrower systems TOS-1A "Solntsepek" are used to attack concentrations of militants. The 38th Separate Engineer-Sapper Battalion is reportedly demining roads. Russian forces report significant advances, including cleanup operations in the railway station area.
Kurakhove: Most of the city has been captured, with heavy fighting reported in the eastern part of Andriivka. West of Kurakhove, Russian troops are advancing in the Dachne and Andriivka areas, with half of the Dachne settlement cleared. The capture of Andriivka is strategically important. Russian troops are attempting to advance and encircle Dachne. The 68th regiment is storming Dachne, with half of the settlement cleared. Russian forces have reportedly taken a Ukrainian stronghold on the eastern outskirts of Andriivka. Video evidence shows a soldier eliminating a Russian soldier. Russian forces advanced in January, capturing Petropavlivka. Six Ukrainian soldiers reportedly surrendered near Kurakhove, claiming they were abandoned by their command.
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, with 90-95% of the city under Russian control. Ukrainian forces have reportedly made advances in the northern part. Russian forces are applying significant pressure around Chasiv Yar, Pokrovsk, and Kurakhove. Krymske has been liberated by Russian forces. Intense fighting is ongoing on the outskirts. The Ukrainian Armed Forces are holding on to the last defense hubs in Dzerzhynsk (Toretsk). Ukrainian forces report that there hasn't been a single day without 5-6 assaults. Video shows Ukrainian forces using drones to target Russian positions. Russian forces are storming the "Toretska" mine.
Siversk - Verkhnokamyanske: Active combat operations continue near Siversk. Russian forces launched an attack towards Verkhnokamyanske, resulting in troops landing in the central part of the settlement. They reportedly advanced 1.5 km in the Siversk direction and occupied new positions in Verkhnokamyanske. Active combat operations are taking place. Russian forces launched an attack with a motorized rifle unit towards Verkhnokamyanske, resulting in the landing of troops in the central part of the settlement. Ukrainian positions were assaulted, and a residential area was cleared by a Russian assault group. Russian forces eliminated a pocket east of Verkhnokamyanske and occupied the eastern part. Russian forces are storming Sribne in the Novopavlivsk direction.
Other Locations: Russian forces are making advances near Uspenivka. Assault groups have advanced to the area of Alekseevka. Fierce fighting is reported in Zelenovka. Further advances are reported near Dachne, Andriivka, Slov'yanka, and Novoandriivka. Solone has reportedly been liberated. Video shows Russian artillery, guided by aerial reconnaissance, striking Ukrainian positions on the South Donetsk direction. The Ukrainian Armed Forces reportedly lost up to 170 soldiers in the area of responsibility of the "South" grouping. Ukrainian forces reportedly lost Novoselivka Persha.
Deep State Update: Enemy forces are persistently attacking in the Pokrovsk sector, especially near Sribne, south of Nadiivka, south and east of Udachne, west and east near Kotlyne, and southwest of Zverove. Partial successes are reported, with the situation evolving. Advances are reported near Vozdvyzhenka, Kotlyne, and Andriivka. Geolocated footage indicates an advance in the northern outskirts of Nadiivka.
Horlivka: Ukrainian forces reportedly used FPV drones with cluster munitions. Ten civilians were injured due to shelling. Explosions were reported, with claims of attacks on Russian military positions.
Novoyeлизаvetovka: The Russian Ministry of Defense has officially declared the liberation of the settlement.
Vuhledar: Russian sappers discovered mines made with 3D printers, indicating a new development in mine warfare.
Sukhi Yaly River: Russian artillerymen are targeting Ukrainian forces. Army aviation of the 11th Air Force and Air Defense Army, operating in the area of responsibility of the "East" group, destroyed a bridge across the Sukhi Yaly River, built by the Armed Forces of Ukraine near the settlement of Konstantinopol.
Dzerzhynsk Direction: Russian forces continue to increase their firepower near Dzerzhynsk and are expanding their control towards Shcherbynivka. Aviation and artillery are targeting Ukrainian strongholds. Russian Ministry of Defense claims the liberation of Krymskoe, with 70% of the village under their control. Fighting continues on the northern outskirts. Russian forces have advanced to the center of Shcherbynivka and eliminated the pocket between Dzerzhynsk and Shcherbynivka.
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.
The right flank of the Russian forces near Krasnoarmiisk continues to advance, with ongoing fighting near Malinovka and Yelizavetivka. Russian units have reportedly entered the central part of Vodyane Druhe after taking control of strongholds to the south. Attempts to take Zelene Pole are ongoing.
Russian forces have reportedly captured Vozdvyzhenka, Baranivka, Zelene, Kotlyne, Solone, Novovasylivka, Nadiivka, Yasenove, Novoandriivka, and Petropavlivka in January, totaling 163.96 km².
Luhansk Region
Russian forces are making advances near Nadiivka, Petropavlivka, Zakhidne, and Ivanivka, moving towards the western border of the Luhansk People's Republic.
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.
Zakhidne and Ivanivka have been captured.
In the direction of Hrekivka, Russian forces are developing an offensive from Makiivka, with a 400m advance.
Russian forces have approached the northern outskirts of Kupiansk, and the Ukrainian Armed Forces are deploying reinforcements.
Bohuslavka: Battles have been initiated.
Russian forces report that they are beginning to storm Kupyansk.
There are reports of fierce fighting near Novoyehorivka, with Russian forces attempting to advance towards the settlement.
Russian forces report they are beginning to storm Kupyansk and have destroyed the main Ukrainian forces in Zahryzove, initiating battles in Bohuslavka.
An "operational cauldron" is forming around Ukrainian forces near Novoyehorivka.
There are reports of fierce fighting near Novoyehorivka, with Russian forces attempting to advance towards the settlement.
Video evidence shows the destruction of an M113 and a "Spartan" armored personnel carrier by Russian FPV drones near Petrovske/Hrekivka.
Kursk Region
The Ukrainian counteroffensive has stalled, with Russian forces regaining territory. Several settlements have been captured, including Nikolaevo-Daryino, Cherkasskoye Porechnoye, and Malaya Loknya. The liberation of Nikolaevo-Daryino is confirmed.
Heavy fighting continues near Nikolsky. Russian forces report intense fighting near Kositsa, with troops from the 1427th regiment advancing from Russkoye Porechnoye to the outskirts of the village and engaging in efforts to dislodge the enemy.
Sudzha: Russian forces are bypassing the city from the south. A Ukrainian activist and local media report that a FAB was dropped on the Sudzha boarding school. The Ukrainian General Staff confirmed the airstrike, stating it was a deliberate attack with a guided aerial bomb (KAB). The Russian Ministry of Defense claims the Ukrainian Armed Forces committed a war crime by launching a targeted missile attack on the school, asserting that air defense systems detected enemy missile launches from the Sumy region. The Ukrainian Air Force is attempting to refute its attack on Sudzha by presenting a screenshot from the "Virage-Tablet" system, allegedly showing a "Russian KAB" [FAB with UMPK]. However, images from the "Virage-Tablet" system have been accessible to the Russian side for years and do not correspond to the image presented by the enemy. Russian authorities are calling for international condemnation of the attack, labeling it a "cynical crime" and a "terrorist act." Maria Zakharova, the official representative of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, stated that all organizers and perpetrators will face inevitable punishment. The Investigative Committee of the Russian Federation has opened a criminal case against Colonel Rostislav Karpusha, commander of the 19th Separate Missile Brigade of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, for allegedly ordering the missile strike. For the terrorist attack on the school in Sudzha, a criminal case has been opened against the commander of the 19th Separate Missile Brigade of the Ukrainian Armed Forces. The Russian Ministry of Defense and other Russian sources continue to assert that the Ukrainian Armed Forces committed a war crime by launching a targeted missile strike on the boarding school in Sudzha. Russian State Duma member Alexander Khinshtein described the attack as an "inhuman atrocity". The Ukrainian side, represented by the Air Force and the General Staff, maintains that the attack was carried out by Russian aviation using a guided aerial bomb. They have presented screenshots from the "Virage-Tablet" system as evidence. The Russian Ministry of Defense claimed that the Ukrainian Armed Forces committed a war crime by carrying out a targeted missile attack on a boarding school in Sudzha." Analysis from "Rybar" suggests the attack on Sudzha was carried out by Ukrainian forces using HIMARS rockets, with a launch site identified near Malaya Rybitsa in the Sumy region. The report highlights previous Russian strikes on Ukrainian military targets in the area and accuses Ukraine of using the attack to distract from Russian military successes and discredit the Russian leadership. Rescue operations at the destroyed boarding school are being hampered by continuous Russian drone attacks. A wounded woman is reportedly trapped under the rubble.
A Ukrainian assault force was destroyed during an attempted landing near Tetkino.
Reports of significant North Korean casualties.
Refugees from the Kursk region are protesting and demanding a meeting with the acting governor.
Since the beginning of hostilities, Ukrainian forces have suffered significant losses: over 52,870 troops, 304 tanks, and numerous other military vehicles and equipment.
Russian forces are advancing, with battles near Sverdlykove and nearby forested areas.
Over 100 paratroopers have reportedly been deployed to the Sudzhansky district for a counterattack near Nikolsky.
Reports indicate that contractors have allegedly embezzled over 3 billion rubles allocated for the construction of fortifications.
The landing attempt of the Ukrainian Armed Forces on two armored personnel carriers was thwarted in Makhnovka.
Nikolaevo-Daryino has been cleared.
Battles are ongoing near Pohrebky.
Heavy fighting continues near Nikolsky, with Russian forces approaching Malaya Loknya and Ukrainian forces counterattacking.
Findings on the Front: The "North" group's fighters are increasingly finding Western weapons and ammunition in the territories liberated from the enemy in the Kursk border area.
Ukrainian forces repelled 7 Russian assaults in the Kursk region.
In the Kursk region, the enemy delivered up to a company of militants to Nikolsky. After entering the area, the enemy troops tried to attack, our troops repulsed the attack with fire, the enemy suffered losses of up to 50 people. From Nikolsky, they are pressing in the direction of Russkoye Porechnoye to cut off the enemy grouping at Malaya Lokna and to the north. In the northern part of Russkoye Porechnoye, they struck a group of the enemy, resulting in the loss of one AFV and about 20 personnel in the temporary deployment point. Crimean paratroopers are pressing on Sverdlikovo, where the paratroopers' UAV operators also hit an enemy tank. The elimination of Ukrainians from the nearest forest plantations is ongoing.
The intensity of the fighting is being compared to the battles of Bakhmut and Avdiivka.
Russian Defence Minister Andrei Belousov inspected the Yug Group of Forces.
Russian forces are continuing to advance in the region of Sverdlikovo and north of Guevo.
The Ukrainian Armed Forces have suffered significant losses in the Kursk region, with over 240 troops and two ammunition depots lost in the past 24 hours. Overall losses are reported to exceed 56,000. The Russian Ministry of Defense reports that Ukrainian forces lost two tanks, over 200 troops, and four armored personnel carriers in the Kursk direction.
The Ukrainian Armed Forces claim to have destroyed a command post of the "Kursk" troop grouping of the Russian Armed Forces in Rylsk, Kursk region.
Su-34 fighter-bombers, accompanied by Su-35S, destroyed a stronghold of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the Kursk region.
Russian forces targeted Ukrainian positions in the Kursk region with Su-25 aircraft, launching missiles at low altitudes.
Ukrainian forces from the 73rd Naval Special Operations Center are conducting operations in the Kursk region, collecting data on Russian and North Korean troops.
Ukrainian forces will attempt to hold their occupied portion of the Kursk region for 100 days.
Heavy flamethrower systems TOS-1A "Solntsepek" crews reportedly destroyed strongholds of the Ukrainian Armed Forces in a border area of the Kursk region.
Video shows the work of drone operators from the 69th Separate Covering Brigade of the 35th Army of the "Vostok" group in the Kursk region.
Video 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.
Russian forces report destroying a Ukrainian "Baba Yaga" drone with a sniper rifle in the Kursk region. Another "Baba Yaga" drone was eliminated.
Russian forces destroyed a Ukrainian "Kozak" armored vehicle with a "Lancet" loitering munition in the Kursk region.
The Russian Ministry of Defense reports that Ukrainian forces lost two tanks, over 200 troops, and four armored personnel carriers in the Kursk direction.
Russian forces, supported by artillery and FPV drones, destroyed a Ukrainian BMP-2 in the Kursk region.
Video shows a Russian Mi-28NM helicopter destroying a Ukrainian stronghold in the border area of the Kursk region.
Video evidence shows Ukrainian forces destroying a column of Russian armored vehicles near the border between Kursk and Sumy regions.
Video evidence shows Ukrainian forces destroying a column of Russian armored vehicles near the border between Kursk and Sumy regions.
Ussuri paratroopers are displaying captured trophies and the restoration of a captured Ukrainian BMP-2 in the border areas of the Kursk region.
A Russian Mi-28NM helicopter destroyed a Ukrainian stronghold in the border area of the Kursk region.
A Russian drone targeted and destroyed a Ukrainian D-30 howitzer in Makhnovka, Kursk region.
Russian troops are using an FPV drone to strike a Ukrainian group advancing at night near Makhnovka.
A Russian drone operator targeted a Ukrainian 2S1 "Carnation" self-propelled howitzer in the Kursk region.
A Russian "Lancet" drone operator from the "Sever" group targeted a Ukrainian M-113 armored personnel carrier near Yuzhnoye in the Kursk region.
An FPV drone successfully destroyed a Ukrainian T-72M1 tank in the Kursk border area.
Russian forces destroyed a Ukrainian stronghold in the Kursk border area with a Su-34 bomber.
Russian forces destroyed a Ukrainian BMP with an FPV drone in the Kursk border area.
Russian forces are destroying Ukrainian manpower and equipment in the Kursk direction.
Russian airborne forces are destroying a Ukrainian D-30 howitzer near Makhnovka.
The acting governor of the Kursk region met with refugees from areas occupied by Ukrainian forces.
The Ukrainian Armed Forces claim to have destroyed a command post of the "Kursk" troop grouping of the Russian Armed Forces in Rylsk, Kursk region.
The death of the Deputy Governor of Primorsky Krai, Sergei Efremov, in the Kursk region has been confirmed. He was reportedly killed when his vehicle hit a mine while returning from a combat mission. Efremov was the commander of the "Tiger" volunteer unit, formed in the summer of 2022 on the basis of the 155th Marine Brigade. Another Russian officer was also killed in the incident.
Ukrainian President Zelensky stated that Ukraine is closer to peace than ever before and claimed that Ukrainian forces struck a Russian command post in the Kursk region, killing dozens of Russian officers and some North Korean soldiers. He also mentioned that the first "package" of 12,000 North Korean soldiers has lost its combat effectiveness.
Kharkiv Region
Drone Attacks: Multiple reports of drone attacks and explosions in Kharkiv and surrounding areas. A fire broke out at an energy facility. A drone attack targeted a civilian enterprise in the Novobavarskyi district, causing a large fire. 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. A drone attack on a civilian enterprise in the Slobidskyi district caused a major fire, reportedly involving a "Shahed" or "Geran" drone and targeting a clothing manufacturing facility. The fire covered approximately 2,000 square meters but was contained. In Lyubotin, a man and a woman were injured due to a drone attack.
Russian Advance: Russian forces have reportedly expanded their bridgehead up to 5 km south of Dvorichna. Russian forces have reportedly liberated Dvorichna.
Kupiansk: Under renewed heavy shelling.
Vovchansk: Ukrainian forces successfully repelled a Russian attack.
Explosions were reported in Kharkiv and Chuhuiv districts. A fire was reported at an energy facility in Kharkiv following a drone attack.
The Ukrainian Air Force reports launches of guided aerial bombs by enemy tactical aviation in the north of the region.
The Ukrainian Air Force reports that Kharkiv is under threat from a Russian drone approaching from the northeast. They also report a threat of Russian drone attacks in Donetsk and Kharkiv Oblasts. A drone is reported in the suburbs of Kharkiv. 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.
The coordinated efforts of the "West-AKHMAT" battalion and the Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs in the Kurchaloyevsky district of the Chechen Republic, under the leadership of Ismail and Rustam Aguyev, alongside the 116th Special Purpose Brigade "Stalnaya" of the Russian Guard, are ongoing.
Transport of Ukrainian forces is under attack by drones of the «Hart» brigade near Vovchansk.
Zaporizhzhia Region
An air raid alert has been declared and later lifted, then declared again and canceled.
At least five people were injured in attacks on Zaporizhzhia, Kupiansk, and the Dnipropetrovsk region.
Russia attacked the region 401 times overnight.
Russian forces reportedly destroyed a group of foreign mercenaries near Orikhiv.
Two people пострадали in result of Russian shelling of Zaporizhzhia and Zaporizhzhia region.
Soldiers of the 59th Separate Motorized Infantry Brigade of the Security Service of Ukraine organized a "Goooood morning" for the Russians on the western outskirts of Novovasylivka.
Ukrainian artillery strikes on concrete shelters of Russian forces in Hola Prystan, Kherson region, using 155-mm high-precision guided munition M712 Copperhead with laser guidance.
Drone Warfare
Extensive Drone Activity: Confirmed drone attacks inside Russia, with a massive overnight attack involving over 100 drones targeting central Russia and the south. Most were reportedly intercepted, but some hit their targets, including an oil refinery near Nizhny Novgorod. New reports of drone movements towards Chernihiv, Sumy, Ivano-Frankivsk, Ternopil, Vinnytsia, Kirovohrad, Cherkasy, Poltava, Starokonstantinov, Bereznegovatoye, Pavlograd, Balakleya, Zlatopol, Zhytomyr, Fastov, Boyarka, Mirgorod, Priluki, Nezhin, Vylkove, Izmail, and Odesa Oblast indicate a potential expansion and intensification of the conflict. Confirmed attacks on Odesa and Bryansk resulted in damage to residential buildings and a fire near the "Druzhba" oil pipeline distribution station. The threat of attack drones has been called off across all regions. Ukrainian forces report that Russia launched 100 drones overnight, with 65 shot down by Ukrainian air defenses. Video evidence shows Ukrainian forces deploying 350 FPV drones to various units, including the 68th Battalion of the 101st Territorial Defense Brigade, the 57th Motorized Brigade, and the "Wolves of Da Vinci" 59th Separate Motorized Brigade. New groups of enemy drones have been reported in the northeast of Chernihiv region.
Bryansk (Russia): Two Ukrainian drones were shot down. Reports that drones attacked Mamai, with an explosion near the "Druzhba" oil pipeline distribution station. The 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. 26 drones were destroyed overnight. Five Ukrainian drones were destroyed overnight. Three Ukrainian drones were shot down in the Bryansk region overnight. Residents of Klimovo and Novozybkov reported explosions and subsequent fires, with allegations of drones attempting to attack the "Novozybkov" oil pumping station of the "Druzhba" pipeline.
Tver (Russia): A fuel transfer station was reportedly attacked. A drone was shot down.
Belgorod (Russia): A private house was attacked by a drone. One Ukrainian drone was shot down in the Belgorod region overnight. A man died due to a drone attack in Malinovka. Two settlements in the region were attacked by Ukrainian drones, resulting in three civilian casualties, according to Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov. The attack reportedly targeted a passenger minibus in Dvuluchny and a garbage truck in the Chapaevsky settlement of the Grayvoron urban district.
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 across multiple regions. The enemy reportedly targeted oil refineries, enterprises, and the Smolensk nuclear power plant. Most attacks were repelled, but some fires broke out. Drones attacked the fourth largest oil refinery near Nizhny Novgorod. Ukrainian sources confirm that at least four drones hit the Kstovo oil refinery, causing a large-scale fire. Video evidence suggests a strike on a nighttime industrial site, identified as the Kstovo oil refinery.
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.
Numerous reports indicate a significant number of drones active across Ukraine, with specific movements noted.
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.
Ukrainian forces report destroying over 500 enemy aerial targets in the past week. Ukrainian air defense is actively engaging enemy drones in Kyiv Oblast.
Explosions in Ivano-Frankivsk Oblast: Media reports indicate explosions during an ongoing drone attack.
Chernihiv and Sumy: Ukrainian Air Force reports enemy drones moving towards Chernihiv and Sumy from the northeast. The Air Force reports that drones are moving through Sumy towards Chernihiv and Poltava. Drones are moving through Poltava/Chernihiv towards Kyiv Oblast.
Ivano-Frankivsk Oblast: One drone is flying between Ivano-Frankivsk and Kolomyia.
Ternopil Oblast: Two drones have moved from Khmelnytskyi Oblast to the south of Ternopil Oblast.
Vinnytsia Oblast: One drone is in the south of Vinnytsia Oblast.
Kirovohrad Oblast: Three drones are in Pervomaisk district. Another drone is in the eastern part of the region, moving west.
Cherkasy Oblast: One drone is circling east of Smila. Two drones are north of Uman, moving west. A drone is reported north of Kamyanske, moving north. Another drone is reported in the north of the region, moving west.
Chernihiv Oblast: Two drones are in the Nizhyn area. One drone is moving towards Chernihiv from the northeast. Other drones are reported in the west and east of the region, moving west.
Kyiv Oblast: Drones are reported on the border of Cherkasy and Kyiv Oblasts. Debris from a downed drone fell near a metro station in Kyiv, damaging a building.
Kirovohrad Oblast: Drones are reported in the south of Kirovohrad Oblast.
Vinnytsia Oblast: Drones are reported in the northeast and northwest of Vinnytsia Oblast.
Khmelnytskyi Oblast: Drones are reported in the west of Khmelnytskyi Oblast. One drone is moving north-west.
Ivano-Frankivsk Oblast: Drones are reported in the center of Ivano-Frankivsk Oblast.
Mykolaiv Oblast: Drones are reported in the northwest of Mykolaiv Oblast. A drone was detected in the region, changing direction towards the region. A drone reportedly flew over Snihurivka heading south. A drone is approaching Mykolaiv via Voskresenske. A drone flew past Mykolaiv and headed towards Voznesenskyi district. One drone flew past Mykolaiv and moved on to Voznesenskyi district.
Chernihiv Oblast: Drones are reported in the west and southwest of Chernihiv Oblast. A drone is in the south of Chernihiv Oblast heading towards Kyiv Oblast.
Poltava Oblast: A drone is reported in the north, constantly changing course. The death toll in Poltava has risen to eleven. The death toll in Poltava has risen to twelve, including two children, with seventeen injured and twenty-two rescued. The death toll from the Russian attack on Poltava has risen to 14, with 20 injured, including four children.
The Ukrainian General Staff reported on the presence of Russian warships and missile carriers in the Black Sea, Sea of Azov, and Mediterranean Sea.
Ukrainian forces report repelling a drone attack in the Rostov region.
Russian air defense reportedly continues to shoot down drones launched by Ukrainian forces in multiple regions. Five drones were destroyed over the Smolensk region, two over the Belgorod region, two over the Bryansk region, and one over Crimea. Five Ukrainian drones were destroyed over the Bryansk, Belgorod, and Kursk regions overnight.
Russian security forces detained a man in Bashkiria who was attempting to join the "Freedom of Russia Legion" (banned in Russia) and cross the border into Ukraine.
Russian forces report destroying a Ukrainian "Baba Yaga" drone with a sniper rifle in the Kursk region. Another "Baba Yaga" drone was eliminated. Video shows Russian forces downing a Ukrainian "Baba Yaga" heavy drone near Pokrovskoe (Krasnoarmeysk).
Ukrainian forces have reportedly transferred a sabotage and reconnaissance group to Belopolye (Sumy Oblast) on armored fighting vehicles, which was detected and destroyed by Russian drone operators.
"Birds of Magyar" unit reports destroying 4,387 enemy targets in one month, including 1,298 enemy soldiers, 66 tanks, 174 armored combat vehicles, 87 artillery systems, 17 MLRS, 9 EW systems, 506 vehicles, and 205 fortified positions. 100 new drone crews will be trained by the end of March.
Sumy Oblast: New groups of drones are entering the region. An explosion was heard near Sumy. Seven drones are reported in the north of the region. Russians attacked the Sadivska community at night with a "Shahed" drone. According to preliminary information, there were no casualties. A Russian drone strike targeted a fuel depot in Nizy, 16 km south of Sumy, destroying up to 3,000 tons of diesel fuel, according to a source.
Russian forces destroyed a Ukrainian "Kozak" armored vehicle with a "Lancet" loitering munition in the Kursk region.
Poltava Oblast: A drone is reported over the city. A drone is flying over Zolotonosha towards Dnipropetrovsk Oblast.
Dnipropetrovsk Oblast: A drone is flying over Zlatopil. Three new drones are heading towards/through Nikopol.
Chernihiv Oblast: Three drones are reported in the north of the region. A drone is reported near or over Shostka.
FPV drones of Rubikon Centre in action, wiping out an AFU communication
During January 2025, Ukrainian air defenses shot down over 2300 enemy aerial targets, including 31 cruise missiles, 2 ballistic missiles, 12 guided aerial missiles, 1595 attack drones, 388 reconnaissance drones, and 236 other types of drones. Ukrainian tactical aviation conducted over 220 sorties, including 77 for fire damage and 79 for fighter cover. Ukrainian aviation destroyed 215 aerial targets and struck command posts, UAV control points, and areas
