Military Situation Update: Ukraine - March 29, 2025, 10:26 UTC
I. Air, Missile, Drone, and Naval Activity
Massive Overnight Russian Strikes (Night Mar 28/29 - UA Sources/Zelenskyy):
Scale: Over 170 assets launched, including over 100 Shahed-type UAVs and potentially imitator drones (Zelenskyy/Syniehubov/ASTRA/Tsaplienko).
Interceptions:94 Shahed/other UAVs confirmed shot down by Ukrainian Air Force (UA AF). Southern Defense Forces (SDF) confirmed downing 4 Shaheds. Kyiv Military Administration (KMVA) reported 16 UAVs destroyed out of 30 detected near Kyiv airspace.
Damage (Confirmed): Extensive damage to hotel-restaurant complex ("Bartolomeo" - decorative ship destroyed), private homes (4 destroyed, 10+ damaged), multi-story buildings, educational/administrative buildings, warehouses, vehicles (incl. 2 SES vehicles), garages, service stations (Zelenskyy/Lysak/DSNS/RU Sources showing aftermath/Lysak Update 09:30 UTC / Operatyvnyi ZSU video / Alex Parker Returns - social media post). Police documenting evidence.
RU Claims: Target alleged mercenary/SBU/GUR hub; claim destruction/sinking of UA military vessel on Dnipro river nearby; claim strike targeted foreign specialists at the hotel complex (RU CLAIM / Disinformation - Colonelcassad/Voenkor Kotenok).
Okhtyrka District (Sumy): Drone attack destroyed a recreation base; no casualties reported (RBC-Ukraine).
Kharkiv Oblast: Impacts from Shaheds, shelling, MLRS, drone drops causing fires, damage to residential/commercial buildings, infrastructure, vehicles. Power outages affecting >7400 subscribers (Syniehubov/OVA). 1 civilian WIA near Liutivka. MLRS strike on Borova, fire (100 sqm), private house damaged, 1 civilian (75yo) WIA (Syniehubov).
Kyiv Oblast: No casualties or destruction reported within Kyiv city limits despite drone interceptions (KMVA).
Ballistic missile attack confirmed by Kryvyi Rih Defense Council Head Vilkul. Residents urged not to film or post online (Vilkul 09:33 UTC).
Impact Location: Between residential buildings; one building previously hit by a missile (Tsaplienko video 09:59 UTC).
Infrastructure damage and fire confirmed. Damage reported to multi-story buildings, private houses, school, car wash (Lysak 09:52 UTC / 10:11 UTC).
Casualties (Confirmed):5 civilians WIA (all moderate condition). Initial report: 1 WIA (Lysak 09:52 UTC/Operatyvnyi ZSU 09:57 UTC / ASTRA 10:11 UTC). Updated to 5 WIA (Vilkul 10:06 UTC / RBC-Ukraine 10:08 UTC / Lysak 10:11 UTC).
RU sources speculate Iskander missile used (Colonelcassad 09:46 UTC).
Ballistic threat alert ended (UA Air Force 10:04 UTC). Zaporizhzhia region alert ended (ZOVA 10:10 UTC, 10:21 UTC).
Tactical Aviation (Sumy, Eastern/Southeastern Axes): Russian aircraft continue launching Guided Aerial Bombs (KABs) towards Sumy Oblast (as of 06:58 UTC). Increased activity persists on Eastern/Southeastern axes (UA Air Force). Morning UMPK strikes reported in Sumy Oblast (UGS/RU Sources). KAB launches reported on Donetsk/Zaporizhzhia border area (UA Air Force 10:04 UTC).
UAV Activity: Enemy UAV reported over Dnipro city with Air Defence active (UA Air Force, 08:38 UTC). Russian drone reconnaissance reported active near Kursk border identifying UA positions for targeting (ARKHANGEL SPETSNAZA 09:02 UTC). Enemy recon UAV reported over Cherkasy Oblast heading towards Kaniv (UA Air Force 10:18 UTC).
New Russian Drone Tactics (Reported): Russian forces reportedly employing new swarm tactics for Shahed UAVs, gathering drones near the target area at altitude (2-3km) before simultaneous dives to overwhelm air defenses. Ukrainian forces are developing countermeasures (Bild/Tsaplienko/Operatsiya Z 09:09 UTC).
Specific Russian Claims (Past 24hrs / Unverified):
Nikopol (Dnipropetrovsk): Morning FPV drone strike claimed on SBU/Police building, alleging casualties and data destruction (RU CLAIM - Dnevnik Desantnika/Basurin).
Luhansk City (Mar 28 night): Warehouse fire claimed caused by debris from intercepted UA UAVs (RU CLAIM).
GIS Sudzha (Kursk): RU sources claim UA HIMARS strike destroyed the Gas Measuring Station; UA side accused of blaming Russia for the strike (RU CLAIM - Rybar 09:00 UTC).
Solar Power Stations (Kherson Oblast): RU sources claim UA shelling destroyed solar power stations, violating alleged 30-day moratorium on energy infrastructure attacks. Also claim attacks on substations "Bolshaya Lepetikha", "Vinogradovo", Novokakhovsky RES, and power lines in Skadovsky district (RU CLAIM - Mash na Donbasse 09:52 UTC / Visuals show damaged panels).
Panteleimonivka (Donetsk): Claimed destruction of UA PVD (Temporary Deployment Point) and infantry group using 2S1 Gvozdika and 2A36 Giatsint-B artillery, guided by drones (68th Tank Regt, 346th Spetsnaz Bde, 238th Artillery Bde) (RU CLAIM / Video - Narodnaya Militsiya DNR 10:02 UTC).
NATO ISR Activity (Black Sea/Romania): NATO Bombardier Challenger 650 Artemis SIGINT aircraft observed conducting surveillance over Romania, focusing on Transnistria and the western Black Sea (RU Sources, 08:04 UTC).
Naval Missile Threat Assessment (UGS 06:00 UTC):
Black Sea: 2 Kalibr carriers (up to 8 missiles).
Mediterranean Sea: 3 Kalibr carriers (up to 26 missiles).
Azov Sea: No Russian naval assets reported.
Ukrainian Counter-Strikes & Air Defense (Past 24hrs - UGS/Other Sources):
General (UGS): Hits reported on 9 RU concentration areas, 1 AD system, 1 C2 point, 2 artillery systems, 2 other targets.
Drone Donations/Effectiveness (UA Naiev): Reported delivery of hundreds of kamikaze, recon, and counter-UAV drones funded by private donations (~211M UAH). Claims 70% of RU losses attributed to drones. Cites recent weekly figures for his tactical group: 3 arty systems, 1 tank, 3 BBM, 37 vehicles, 23 RU UAVs (Orlan, Supercam, Lancet), 350 RU personnel destroyed. Plans for monthly delivery of 2000 donated UAVs to front-line brigades (Operatyvnyi ZSU / Naiev 10:04 UTC).
Donetsk Front Repulsion (UA CLAIM): Combined UA forces (72nd Mech, 59th Motorized, 35th Marines, 414th Drone Bde) claim repelling large RU assault, inflicting losses: 59 personnel (26 KIA), 5 vehicles, 71 drones neutralized by EW (Operatyvnyi ZSU).
FPV Drone Strikes: Successful FPV drone attacks reported on RU personnel attempting vehicle recovery (Operatyvnyi ZSU video 09:12 UTC), and on RU positions, equipment (tank, cannon), and personnel in Kharkiv Oblast by 3rd Assault Brigade ("Primus" unit) (Butusov Plus video 09:19 UTC / Tsaplienko video 09:43 UTC). Successful destruction of RU equipment (BMP, 2 guns, 4 mortars, ATV, motorcycle, camera, Starlink, antennas - 14 units total) by 63rd Brigade reported (Tsaplienko video 09:49 UTC). Destruction of RU "cope cage" tank near Kupyansk by 77th Airmobile Brigade (Operatyvnyi ZSU video 09:51 UTC).
Airstrike (Velyka Novosilka - UA CLAIM): Airstrike claimed on RU command post in occupied Velyka Novosilka (Tsaplienko video 09:45 UTC).
Belgorod Oblast Interceptions (RU CLAIM): 3 Ukrainian UAVs claimed shot down overnight (Voenkor Kotenok).
General RU Air Defense Claims (Past 24hrs - RU MoD 09:45 UTC): Claimed interception of 1 JDAM bomb, 1 HIMARS rocket, and 73 Ukrainian UAVs. Claimed destruction of UA UAV assembly workshop, storage sites, and control points.
Ukrainian Partisan Activity:
Mariupol (Occupied): Ukrainian partisans ("Mariupol Resistance") claim successful arson attack on a Russian military base/parking area on Mar 23, destroying vehicles and ammunition. Location allegedly revealed via social media posts by Russian personnel (RBC-Ukraine - UA CLAIM).
II. Ground Combat Operations & Border Areas
Overall Intensity:183 combat clashes recorded across the front line in the past 24 hours (UGS 06:00 UTC).
Kursk/Belgorod/Sumy Border Operations:
Ukrainian Claims/Actions:
Advance into Belgorod Oblast: Ukrainian forces reportedly advanced 3-4 km into Belgorod Oblast, breaching the first Russian defense line. Operation assessed as aimed at diverting Russian forces from Kursk Oblast (Reuters/Tsaplienko/Black Bird Group - UA CLAIM/ASSESSMENT). ISW confirms UA advance into eastern Popovka (Belgorod) (ISW Mar 29 pub).
Kursk Operations: Operations continue. 14 Russian assaults repelled in the past 24 hours (UGS). 5 Russian POWs captured (UA DShV Claim/Visual confirmation by RBC-Ukraine video 09:52 UTC). Successful HIMARS strike eliminated RU Major Marat Tibilov near Cherkasske-Porechne (Mar 26-27, ISW Mar 29 pub).
Russian Claims/Actions:
Kursk: Claims situation largely static near Oleshnia, UA digging in. Gogolevka confirmed captured by RU forces (WarGonzo/RU MoD/Rybar 09:00 UTC). ISW confirms RU advances near Guyevo (ISW Mar 29 pub). Advancing towards Oleshnia; fighting previously claimed ongoing in Huyevo, claim to be "grinding down" UA forces there (WarGonzo/TASS). Huyevo claimed liberated by RU 810th Marines (Alex Parker Returns 09:06 UTC - RU CLAIM / Needs Verification). Cherkasske Porechne claimed captured (Colonelcassad - Visual Claim). RU objective remains pushing UA forces from Oleshnia, Hornal, Huyevo (Alex Parker Returns 09:05 UTC). DeepState map update indicates Russian advance in Kursk region. Pogrebki: Civilian body found, UA forces blamed (SK RF/Poddubny/Colonelcassad 09:31 UTC - RU CLAIM / WAR CRIMES ALLEGATION / Video shows investigators). Russian forces conducted 28 air strikes (44 KABs) and 371 shelling attacks (16 MLRS) against the Kursk area (UGS). RU drone reconnaissance identifying UA positions for targeting (ARKHANGEL SPETSNAZA 09:02 UTC). Mine Incident: Civilian injured by mine in Sudzhansky district (between Borki and Plekhovo), hospitalized in serious condition (TASS / Khinshtein 10:05 UTC).
Sumy Border:Veselovka (Sumy Oblast) claimed captured by RU 1427 Regt (Colonelcassad/RVvoenkor 09:13 UTC - Visual Claim/Video). Ongoing Russian DRG activity in Sumy Oblast. RU establishing control over border villages, assess need to advance 20-30km into Sumy for "security zone" (Colonelcassad 09:13 UTC).
Belgorod: Claims UA continues attacks near Popovka/Demidovka despite losses; fighting ongoing. UA assessed to likely hold a foothold in Popovka (WarGonzo). RU claims UA losses of up to 185 personnel on Belgorod direction (RU MoD 09:45 UTC).
Bryansk: Claims continued observation of UA forces reinforcing near the border.
Kharkiv Direction:4 Russian attacks repelled near Vovchansk and towards Kamyanka (UGS/Liveuamap).
Kupyansk Direction:3 Russian attacks occurred, repelled near Zahryzove and towards Bohuslavka (UGS/Liveuamap). RU MoD claims capture of Krasne Pershe (Rybar 09:00 UTC). RU sources claim significant advances on Dvurichanskyi bridgehead: entry into Mala Shapkovka, control of Kondrashivka, advance across road and entry into Tyshchenkivka (RU CLAIM, Voenkor Kotenok Mar 28). ISW map (Mar 29) shows intense fighting, assessed RU advances near Synkivka, Kyslivka, Zahryzove. DeepState map update (Mar 26) showed UA repelled RU at Kotlyne, RU advanced near Pischane. RU claims UA losses up to 210 personnel (RU MoD 09:45 UTC).
Lyman Direction:CRITICAL INTENSITY.16 Russian attacks occurred. RU attempts to penetrate defenses near Nadiya, Yampolivka, and towards Hrekivka, Nove, Novomykhailivka, Zelena Dolyna. Terny previously assessed as mostly RU-occupied (UGS/Liveuamap/DeepState). ISW map (Mar 29) confirms assessed RU advances near Terny. DeepState map update (Mar 26) showed RU advanced near Terny, Katerynivka (Luhansk Oblast).
Siversk Direction:1 Russian attack repelled near Ivano-Darivka (UGS/Liveuamap).
Kramatorsk Direction (Chasiv Yar):4 Russian attacks occurred near Chasiv Yar and towards Bila Hora, Predtechyne. No significant LoC changes reported by RU sources (UGS/WarGonzo/Liveuamap).
Toretsk Direction:HIGH INTENSITY.20 Russian attacks occurred near Toretsk and towards Dyliivka, Shcherbynivka. Belarusian POW captured by UA forces (UGS/Tsaplienko/Liveuamap). RU claims expanding control near Panteleimonivka, fighting within Toretsk city (WarGonzo). RU presence claimed S of Dzerzhynsk (Toretsk) in forest S of 12th microdistrict and W part of Zabalka (Rybar 09:00 UTC). Panteleimonivka claimed liberated by RU forces (TASS 09:33 UTC / RU MoD 09:59, 10:18 UTC / RVvoenkor 10:01 UTC / Colonelcassad 09:59 UTC). ISW map (Mar 29) confirms RU advances near Tsentralna mine. Ukrainian forces expanded zone of control by 800m in central Shcherbynivka (Slivochniy Kapriz 08:57 UTC - UA CLAIM / CONTRADICTS RU NARRATIVE). Russian MLRS strikes confirmed on Shcherbynivka (Slivochniy Kapriz video 08:57 UTC).
Pokrovsk Direction:HIGHEST INTENSITY. Remains primary RU focus. 73 Russian assault actions repelled across numerous settlements including Panteleymonivka, Oleksandropil, Tarasivka, Yelyzavetivka, Lysivka, Kotlyne, Novoserhiyivka, Udachne, Novooleksandrivka, Kotlyarivka, Uspenivka, Preobrazhenka, Andriyivka and towards Kalynove (UGS/Liveuamap). RU claims advances S of Krasnoarmeisk (Pokrovsk) and towards Dnipropetrovsk Oblast border. DeepState map update indicates Russian advance in Nadiivka (UGS/RU Sources/Liveuamap/DeepState). RU claims UA losses >480 personnel (RU MoD 09:45 UTC).
Novopavlivsk / Velykonovosilkivske Directions:17 Russian attacks occurred near Kostiantynopil, Rozlyv, Dniproenerhiya (UGS/Liveuamap). RU forces reported advancing near Andriivka, Razdolne, Skudne and fighting for control of Rozlyv (Z Komitet maps claim/Voin DV claims). RU Group "Vostok" advancing near Rozlyv, claims Konstantinopil under full RU control (RU CLAIM / CONTRADICTS UA REPORTS - Voin DV). DeepState map update indicates Russian advance in Rozlyv (UGS/WarGonzo/Z Komitet/Liveuamap/DeepState). RU claims UA losses up to 150 personnel (RU MoD 09:45 UTC). RU forces (38th GMRB) claim destroying UA recon group on "Polozhsky" (likely Polohy/Huliaipole) direction (Voin DV 09:30 UTC). Bogatyr Direction (RU CLAIM): RU Group "Vostok" reported attacking UA defenses near Rozlyv, claiming some UA forces retreating towards Bogatyr. RU forces also advancing near Razdolne-Bogatyr road towards Bogatyr and Otradne (Voenkor Kotenok 10:16 UTC).
Huliaipole Direction:4 Russian attacks repelled near Pryvilne (UGS/SDF/Liveuamap).
Zaporizhzhia Direction (Orikhiv Area):8 Russian assaults attempting advances towards Shcherbaky, Mali Shcherbaky, Mala Tokmachka, Stepove, Kamyanske, Nesteryanka repelled by UA forces (UGS/SDF/Liveuamap).
RU Claims: Claim liberation of Malye Shcherbaki (RU MoD Mar 28). Shcherbaki claimed liberated (TASS 09:34 UTC / RU MoD 09:59, 10:18 UTC / RVvoenkor 10:01 UTC / Colonelcassad 09:59 UTC). Provide details of assault, claiming UA forces fled/surrendered and evacuating BMP group destroyed (RU CLAIM / CONTRADICTS UA REPORTS - Colonelcassad). RU forces fighting in central Shcherbaki (Rybar 09:00 UTC). RU forces (VDV) advancing N from Stepove & Malye Shcherbaki into treelines. Fighting ongoing E & S of Lobkove, RU VDV entered settlement from S. Situation near Shcherbaki difficult for UA. Sector remains dynamic (Dnevnik Desantnika 09:33 UTC / Dva Mayora 09:50 UTC). ISW map (Mar 29) confirms RU advance north of Zherebyanky.
DeepState map update (Mar 26) showed RU advanced near Dniproenerhiya area. RU claims UA losses up to 300 personnel on Southern direction (RU MoD 09:45 UTC).
Prydniprovsky Direction (Left Bank Kherson):2 Russian attacks repelled. Positional fighting continues (UGS/SDF/Liveuamap).
Equipment Notes: Widespread Russian use of improvised cage armor ("cope cages") visually confirmed across various vehicle types (tanks, IFVs, trucks), indicating adaptation to drone threats (Dva Mayora 09:15 UTC). Deployment of older GAZ-69 vehicles observed, potentially indicating equipment constraints (Butusov Plus). Ukrainian 37th Marine Brigade shown training with SPG-9 recoilless rifle (UGS photos 09:36 UTC).
Dnipropetrovsk Direction (RU Claim): RU sources claim breaking UA defenses near Troitske, advancing along flanks. Claim critical situation for UA near Kotlyarivka and Bohdanivka, with RU forces breaking through west of Nadezhdynka towards Sribna Balka (SW of Kotlyarivka). Claim threat of encirclement for UA forces in Troitske, Orikhove, Preobrazhenka. Claim RU forces attacking Bohdanivka and nearing junction of Sarrana, Stavkova, Solonenka Balkas, crucial for UA defense pocket up to Andriivka/Oleksiivka (Voenkor Kotenok 10:05 UTC).
III. Other Military-Relevant Developments
Russian Strategic Assessment (Reinforced): Multiple reports citing Ukrainian intelligence and G7 diplomats assess Russia is preparing for a large-scale offensive expected in the coming weeks across the entire front, potentially lasting 6-9 months. Current RU attacks viewed as preparatory (AP/RBC-Ukraine/RU Sources/Dnevnik Desantnika). Russian source Alaudinov predicts SVO end by Autumn 2024 (Alex Parker Returns 09:05 UTC - Info Ops).
Diplomacy: Brazilian President Lula da Silva plans to visit Moscow in May and discuss peaceful settlement in Ukraine with Putin (TASS 08:57 UTC). Zelenskyy reiterates RU disregards peace efforts, calls for increased partner pressure/support, stating diplomacy needs reinforcement by strengthening UA forces and depleting RU resources (Zelenskiy/Official 09:23 UTC / Syniehubov 09:29 UTC / ASTRA 09:38 UTC / Tsaplienko 09:34 UTC).
Humanitarian:5 Ukrainian children (aged 11-16) returned from occupied territories (Crimea, Donetsk, Luhansk, Zaporizhzhia) through Qatari mediation under President Zelenskyy's "Bring Kids Back UA" plan. Cases involved parental separation (father POW) and abuse (Zaporizhzhia OVA/Ombudsman 09:20 UTC / RBC-Ukraine 10:06 UTC). Ukrainian Air Assault Forces report ongoing rehabilitation for returned POWs, involving psychological, medical, and social support (DShV 10:06 UTC).
Logistics/Infrastructure (Ukraine): Ukrzaliznytsia (Ukrainian Railways) has stabilized its online ticket services after migrating to a new, more secure platform following previous disruptions (UZ/Operatyvnyi ZSU 08:59 UTC / RBC-Ukraine 09:15 UTC).
Mobilization (Ukraine): Reports from Russian sources claim a TCC (Territorial Recruitment Center) head in Vinnytsia Oblast was prosecuted but acquitted for failing to meet mobilization quotas (25% fulfillment), citing insufficient eligible personnel in the district (RU CLAIM / Potential indicator of localized mobilization issues - Dnevnik Desantnika 09:18 UTC / ARKHANGEL SPETSNAZA 10:01 UTC / Colonelcassad 10:23 UTC).
Personnel/Casualties:
RU: Ukrainian sources claim elimination of Russian soldier Evgeniy Burtsev (b. 1978, Vologda Oblast) (Shef Hayabusa 09:14 UTC). Russian MoD claims significant daily UA losses across multiple axes (RU MoD 09:45 UTC). Funeral held for Zvezda TV channel operator Andrei Panov killed in LNR, Putin sent wreath (TASS 10:17 UTC). Russian POW interview released by UA sources (Aleksandr Mikhailov, 394th Regt, from Khabarovsk) claiming poor treatment, deception, and threats of execution for refusing assaults (UA INFO OPS / Allegations of War Crimes - Butusov Plus 10:07 UTC). Video shows RU soldiers evacuating wounded comrade from damaged building in Novooleksandrivka under drone threat (WarGonzo 10:01 UTC).
UA: Rehabilitation efforts ongoing for returned POWs (DShV 10:06 UTC).
Russian Capabilities: First batch of new Su-35S fighters delivered to Russian Aerospace Forces in 2025 (WarGonzo/Colonelcassad/Basurin 09:32 UTC).
Technological Developments: US company Maxar Intelligence reportedly developed Raptor, a GPS-independent drone navigation system using visual data and 3D maps (Dva Mayora). RU forces reportedly receiving 'Nabat' drone detectors in Kursk Oblast (Dva Mayora). Reports of anti-aircraft tripods being requested/distributed among RU units (Volunteer Corps, 103rd Regt, 114th Bde, 400th SP Art Regt) (Filolog v zasade 09:53 UTC).
Regional Developments:
Belarus: Speaker of the Belarusian opposition Coordination Council, Anzhelika Melnikova, reportedly missing from Poland since March 25, potentially flew to UK. Access to Council funds also lost. Concerns raised about targeting by Belarusian/Russian special services (ASTRA/Latushko 09:02 UTC).
Turkey: RuTube reportedly blocked in Turkey, formally due to gambling ads (denied by source), potentially a political signal (Colonelcassad/Basurin/Voenkor Kotenok). RuTube denies blockage, suggests local provider issues (TASS 10:01 UTC).
Myanmar: Russian Deputy Defence Minister Fomin discussed military cooperation with Myanmar PM Min Aung Hlaing (TASS). Earthquake (M5.1) reported near capital (TASS 09:57 UTC).
Central Asia: Ongoing discussion regarding potential water resource tensions between Afghanistan (Taliban) and Uzbekistan over the Kosh Tepa canal construction on the Amu Darya river. Uzbek minister emphasizes dialogue and Afghanistan's right to water share, plans completion by 2028 (Rybar 09:26 UTC).
Armenia: Reports of youth protests/information campaign in Gyumri against potential EU membership, distributing leaflets outlining perceived negative consequences (Colonelcassad videos/photos 10:11 UTC).
Russia (Internal): Lipetsk Oblast constructing new cardiology center (Igor Artamonov 09:28 UTC - Local interest). Bryansk Governor Bogomaz presents medal to WWII veteran (AV BogomaZ 09:29 UTC - Patriotic messaging). Reports of social tensions in Dagestan related to cultural issues (Alex Parker Returns 09:33 UTC). South African court ruling on "Kill the Boer" slogan discussed (Alex Parker Returns 09:40 UTC - Info Ops/Distraction). WarGonzo celebrates 3rd anniversary of "Alania" DRG (WarGonzo 09:43 UTC). Reports of new fraud scheme involving pet seizure threats (TASS 10:20 UTC). Funeral held for actor Alexei Veselkin in Moscow (TASS 10:24 UTC).
Information Operations: Continued Russian claims of UA atrocities (Pogrebki), mercenary presence (Dnipro), forced mobilization issues (Vinnytsia TCC), alleged organ harvesting, UA violations of energy infrastructure moratorium (Kherson solar panels). Exploitation of POW interviews (RU claim good treatment vs UA claim coercion/execution threat). Highlighting RU drone effectiveness, capture of settlements (Gogolevka, Huyevo, Veselovka, Panteleimonivka, Shcherbaki). Disputing UA operational reports. Promotion of new RU drone tactics (Bild). Zelenskyy highlights RU disregard for peace efforts and need for partner pressure/support. Ukrainian sources highlight civilian casualties/damage from RU strikes (Dnipro, Kryvyi Rih), successful drone strikes, POW captures, and effectiveness of drone warfare. Discussion of unrelated domestic/international news (food health, Elon Musk protests, Armenia/EU, etc.). Concerns raised about US Sec
