Military Situation Update: Ukraine (Analysis as of Apr 14, 2025, 13:57 UTC)
(Integrating intelligence reports, official statements, message feeds, and media analysis received up to Apr 14, 13:57 UTC)
I. Strategic & Operational Overview
Overall Combat Intensity & Objectives: High intensity persists. 67 combat clashes reported since the start of Apr 14 (UGS 16:00 UTC). Russian strategic objectives remain focused on occupying the Donbas (Pokrovsk axis) and securing border buffer zones (Kursk/Sumy axis). Offensive operations continue on Lyman, Siversk, Kramatorsk, Toretsk, Pokrovsk, Novopavlivsk, and Orikhiv directions. Russian forces reported attempting to "progrind" Ukrainian defenses on the South Donetsk axis using small group tactics after capturing key points.
Russian Warning (Sumy): Russian sources issued a warning of an impending "fire blockade" of Sumy City via UAVs, precision weapons, and artillery, urging civilians to evacuate (NgP raZVedka, Apr 14).
Ukrainian Force Posture Assessment: President Zelenskyy stated the current size of the Ukrainian army is sufficient for containment but not for large-scale de-occupation operations (CBS/RBC-Ukraine, Apr 14). The primary focus remains on holding defensive lines and degrading enemy logistics. CinC Syrskyi emphasized destroying RU logistics as a key task, claiming 11,583 RU vehicles/spec equip destroyed since Jan 1, 2025 (GSh ZSU, Apr 14). Mobilization and martial law extensions are anticipated.
Regional Stability Concerns (Moldova): Tensions reported between Moldovan central authorities and the autonomous region of Gagauzia, with Moldova's Constitutional Court removing Gagauzia's right to appoint its own prosecutor. Russia-aligned sources frame this as anti-Russian pressure by Moldova, potentially linked to the conflict in Ukraine (Dva Maiora, Apr 14).
Russian Internal Issues: Reports indicate growing family complaints regarding the handling of MIA soldiers in Russian unit 29760 (Mobilization News, Apr 14). Return of KIA soldier "Viktor Gagarin" from Nenets AO to Naryan-Mar reported (Butusov Plus, Apr 14). Arrest of RU soldier (Unit 75485, Sverdlovsk Obl.) for sexual crimes against minor reported (ASTRA / Mobilization News, Apr 14). Arrests in St. Petersburg for alleged railway sabotage (father and son, allegedly paid 50k RUB) reported (Colonelcassad, Apr 14). RU reports closing 16 (out of 92) local Muslim Religious Organizations (MROMs) in Moscow Oblast, with 37 more under review, framing them as potential radicalization hubs linked to Central Asian migrants (Rybar, Apr 14). Liquidation of Yevgeny Roizman's foundation (declared 'foreign agent') confirmed by court (TASS/Colonelcassad/ASTRA/Sever.Realii, Apr 14).
II. Russian Strike Activity (Apr 14 - up to 16:00 UTC)
Air/Missile (Previous Day - Apr 13): 1 missile strike (2 missiles), 128 aviation strikes (213 KABs across Ukraine, 58 KABs on Kursk Oblast) (GSh ZSU, Apr 14 morning).
Ongoing Air Threats (Apr 14 - Afternoon):
KAB launches persist towards Sumy Oblast communities throughout the day (UGS 16:00 UTC). Air strike reported near Slatyne (Kharkiv Oblast) (UGS 16:00 UTC). Air strikes (unguided rockets) reported on Huliaipole and Zaliznychne (Huliaipole Axis) (UGS 16:00 UTC).
Tactical aviation active on Eastern/NE directions; threat of aviation weapon use for frontline oblasts (UA AF, 12:11 UTC).
Recon UAV activity reported over Zaporizhzhia, Kharkiv, Sumy Oblasts; UA AD engaged (UA AF, 12:40 UTC).
Attack UAV threat previously active for Odesa Oblast (UA AF, 11:23 UTC).
Sumy Missile Strike (Apr 13 Aftermath):
Ukrainian Confirmation:35 KIA (incl. 11yo boy, 17yo youth), 117 WIA (incl. 15 children) (Sumy Oblast Prosecutor via RBC-Ukraine, Apr 14). Colonel Yuriy Yula (Deputy Commander 26th Artillery Brigade / Commander military unit A1476) confirmed KIA. Updated hospitalization: 38 (incl. 9 children), 11 critical (incl. 3 children) (Lysak, Apr 14). Significant civilian casualties. Ukrainian officials strongly refute Russian claims of targeting a military meeting. Note: RU source (Alex Parker) reported the Facebook post announcing Col. Yula's death was subsequently removed.
Russian Confirmation/Claims: RU MoD confirms Iskander-M strike, reiterating claims (Apr 14) of targeting a meeting of the Ukrainian OTG "Siversk" command staff (allegedly including 95th, 80th Air Assault, 21st Mech, 117th TerO Bdes) and alleging >60 UA military personnel KIA (MoD) or up to 140 casualties (60 KIA, 80 WIA) including 1 SBU employee (Poddubny/Kotsnews). RU sources allege UA uses civilians as "human shields." RU FM Lavrov stated Russia has "facts" the strike targeted a meeting of UA commanders with Western counterparts, claiming NATO personnel are directly guiding UA forces (TASS/ASTRA, Apr 14). Lavrov also asserted international law prohibits military presence in civilian objects.
Sumy City Strike (Apr 14 Morning):
Explosions reported (~10:40 UTC). Confirmed Shahed drone strike(s) causing a large fire. Drone reportedly loitered for ~1.5 hours.
Target Confirmed (UA): Ukrainian officials (Acting Mayor Kobzar via Tsaplienko/RBC-Ukr/Oper ZSU) confirmed the strike hit a civilian car park, injuring one person. 11 cars burned, 8 damaged (Kobzar via Oper ZSU).
Target Claims (RU): Russian sources had previously claimed target was an ammunition depot (Voenkor Kotenok) or a railway facility (Dva Maiora/Dnevnik Desantnika).
Sloviansk Strikes (Recent/Overnight - RU Claims): Russian sources (Dnevnik Desantnika, Apr 14) claim strikes hit alleged UA temporary deployment points (PVD) and storage. Requires verification.
Artillery/MLRS (Apr 14): Heavy shelling reported across Sumy Oblast border communities (UGS 16:00 UTC). MLRS "Uragan" strike on Kupyansk (Kharkiv Obl.) killed a married couple (68M/61F) walking on the street, damaged/destroyed private homes, 1 WIA (stress reaction) (Sternenko/MVA, Apr 14).
Hit passenger train in Semenivka (Chernihiv Oblast) (no casualties).
FPV hit industrial facility in Novhorod-Sivershchyna (Chernihiv).
First confirmed FPV attack in Zaporizhzhia City, causing fire at gas station (DSNS via Tsaplienko / RBC-Ukraine citing SDF Spox Voloshyn).
FPV drone killed 63M civilian working in field near Novoyakovlivka (Komyshuvakha community, Zaporizhzhia Oblast) (Zaporizhzhia OVA, Apr 14).
Odesa Cable Plant Strike (Overnight Apr 13-14 - RU Claim): RU source (NgP raZVedka) claims strike hit the Odesa Cable Plant, alleging it supplied military products (including fiber optics) to UA forces. Claimed destruction of cable/conductor warehouse, production equipment, and communication devices. Requires verification.
Civilian Casualties (Apr 14 - Updated):
Kharkiv Oblast:2 KIA (Kupyansk - couple aged 68/61 from Uragan MLRS), 1 WIA (Kupyansk - stress reaction) from RU shelling/MLRS.
Sumy City: 1 civilian WIA from morning Shahed strike (per Acting Mayor Kobzar).
Zaporizhzhia Oblast: 1 civilian KIA (63M) from FPV drone near Novoyakovlivka.
Kursk Oblast (RU): RU claims 2 civilians KIA, 1 WIA in Zabuzhevka from alleged UA shelling (Apr 13). RU claims sentencing of 2 UA soldiers (15 & 15.5 years) for shelling civilians in Kursk Oblast (Dnevnik Desantnika, Apr 14).
Occupied Donetsk Oblast (RU Claim): RU-installed authorities claim 7 civilians KIA (incl. 2 children), 25 WIA (incl. 2 children) from alleged Ukrainian aggression between Apr 7-13 (Basurin, Apr 14).
III. Ukrainian Strike Activity (Apr 13-14)
General (Apr 13): Targeted 16 RU concentration areas, 6 artillery systems (GSh ZSU, Apr 14 morning).
Kursk Oblast (Apr 14 - UA Claim): 413th Btn (SBS) + "Dzhmil" (78th AD Regt) FPV drone strike damaged RU Strela-10 SAM system after it failed to shoot down UA recon drone. Claimed FPV drone strike destroyed North Korean 170mm M1978 Koksan SPG on the move (Tsaplienko, Apr 14).
Belgorod Oblast (RU): "Phoenix" FPV drone unit claims destruction of 4 RU trucks and 1 car (Sternenko, Apr 14). RU sources (RVvoenkor) claim UA forces shelled Popovka. Video purports to show RU Spetsnaz ("Anvar") strikes on UA infantry/mortar positions near Popovka.
Donetsk Oblast (Pokrovsk): 110th Mech Bde reports destroying RU column. "Hostri Kartuzy" unit (Omega NGU) drone strike targeted RU soldiers near Kurakhove. "Aivengo i Druzi" unit drone strike targeted RU soldier near Kurakhove (Sternenko video).
Kursk Oblast (Apr 11 - UA Claim): Reports claim successful HIMARS strike on RU 30th MSR Forward Command Post near Huyevo, alleging KIA of Dep Regt Cmdr & others, WIA of Regt Cmdr Col. Shipitsin (Operatyvnyi ZSU citing RU sources). Requires independent verification.
IV. Key Frontline Developments (Apr 14 - Updates to 16:00 UTC)
Kursk Operational Zone (Border):
Ukrainian Actions: Repelled 18 RU attacks (Apr 13, GSh ZSU morning). Repelled 12 combat clashes since start of Apr 14, 3 ongoing (UGS 16:00 UTC). Active drone strikes (e.g., vs. Strela-10, Koksan SPG).
Russian Actions/Claims:9 air strikes (23 KABs), 246 artillery attacks reported today (UGS 16:00 UTC). Positional fighting near Oleshnia/Hornal. RU MoD (Apr 14) claims hitting multiple UA brigades near Hornal/Oleshnia and in Sumy border areas. Claim inflicting up to 95 UA personnel losses & equip losses (Apr 14 briefing). RU source (WarGonzo) claims destruction of UA recon group near "Kolizei" / "Tito" crossroads. Claim fire control over roads to Hornal Monastery (Dnevnik Desantnika). Video allegedly shows RU forces clearing UA positions from Hornal Monastery (Dva Maiora, Apr 14). RU sources (WarGonzo) claim establishing a "fire bag" near Oleshnia. Claimed strikes on UA positions near Popovka (Belgorod) (RVvoenkor).
Kharkiv Axis:3 RU attacks repelled near Vovchansk/Vovchanski Khutory (Apr 13/14, GSh ZSU / OTU Kharkiv). No new ground attacks reported by UGS 16:00 UTC. RU air strike near Slatyne (UGS 16:00 UTC). UA "Hart" Bde artillery active near Vovchansk. RU MoD claims hitting UA brigades near Kupyansk, Borova, Kamenka.
OTU Kharkiv Report (Apr 13): 4 RU air strikes (8 KABs), 120 kamikaze drones, 656 shelling attacks.
Kupyansk Axis: 4 RU attacks repelled near Petropavlivka, Nova Kruhlyakivka, Zahryzove (Apr 13, GSh ZSU). RU MoD claims taking better positions, hitting UA brigades, destroying 2 M113s, claiming up to 240 UA losses (Apr 14 briefing). RU MLRS strike killed 2 civilians in Kupyansk city (Sternenko).
Lyman Axis:13 RU attacks near Nadiia, Nove, Katerynivka, Hrekivka, Zelena Dolyna, Torske, Bilohorivka, Hryhorivka since start of Apr 14; 1 ongoing (UGS 16:00 UTC). DeepState (Apr 14) reports continued RU advances near Zherebets River; RU focusing on Yampolivka after taking Terny; RU infantry entered NE of Yampolivka; part of village under RU control/grey zone. RU sources (RVvoenkor, Apr 14) claim RU forces nearly control Yampolivka and are flanking UA 63rd Bde. RU sources (Voenkor Kotenok, Apr 14) claim RU units advanced E of Novomykhailivka (near Makeevka), entered SE Novomykhailivka & started assault; attacks on Nove from N/E/S; fighting towards Zelena Dolyna & Kolodezi outskirts; fighting near Torske fish farm/N edge. RU MoD claims hitting UA units near Krasny Liman.
Siversk Axis: RU probing defenses near Verkhnokam'yans'ke. 1 attack repelled, 1 ongoing (UGS 16:00 UTC). RU claim: Units occupied forest position ("syuSapog") SE of Hryhorivka (Voenkor Kotenok, Apr 14).
Kramatorsk Axis (Chasiv Yar):2 RU attempts near Chasiv Yar, Andriivka since start of Apr 14; 1 ongoing (UGS 16:00 UTC). RU MoD claims improved situation, hitting UA brigades near Chasiv Yar, Kalynove, Tarasovka.
Toretsk Axis:4 clashes completed, 2 ongoing near Ozarianivka, Toretsk since start of Apr 14 (UGS 16:00 UTC). RU sources (Apr 14) claim significant advances towards Kostyantynivka, entering Valentynivka, storming Sukha Balka. RU MoD claims hitting UA units and inflicting up to 315 UA losses (South Grouping). ISW confirmed recent UA advances (Apr 13).
Pokrovsk Axis (Highest Intensity):
Activity (Apr 14):19 Russian attempts near Sukha Balka, Yelyzavetivka, Lysivka, Kotlyne, Udachne, Kotliarivka, Bohdanivka, Andriivka since day start. 16 attacks repelled, 3 ongoing (UGS 16:00 UTC).
Russian Claims (Apr 14): Claim liberation of Yelyzavetivka (WarGonzo). Claim advance near Rozovka, expanded control W of Manuilivka. Claim high FPV effectiveness vs UA armor. Claim TOS "Solntsepek" strike. RU MoD claims taking better lines, hitting multiple UA brigades, claiming up to 420 UA losses (Center Grouping). Acknowledge high drone saturation (WarGonzo).
Ukrainian Actions: 110th Mech Bde destroyed RU column. UA drone units active (Omega NGU, Aivengo).
Novopavlivsk / South Donetsk Axis:
Activity (Apr 14):5 RU attempts near Kostiantynopil, Rozlyv since day start; 1 ongoing (UGS 16:00 UTC).
Russian Claims (Apr 14): Claim 0.5km advance from Rozlyv towards Bohatyr and advances near Bohatyr. Claim Lancet destroyed UA Bohdana SPG. RU MoD claims advancing, hitting multiple UA brigades, claiming up to 165 UA losses (East Grouping). Voin DV reports fierce fighting near Bohatyr, RU advancing along forest belts near Otradne, increased drone battles slightly slowing RU advance, RU expanding control near Bohatoye (Polozhsk/Huliaipole direction). Claim RU artillery/FPV strikes hit UA reinforcements/rotations near Bohatyr, Otradne, Zelene Pole, Vilne Pole, interdicted evac/engineer groups.
Huliaipole Axis: RU air strikes (unguided rockets) on Huliaipole, Zaliznychne (UGS 16:00 UTC). No ground attacks reported by UGS 16:00 UTC. RU expanding control near Bohatoye (Voin DV).
Orikhiv Axis (Zaporizhzhia):
Activity:Increased RU activity reported Apr 14 (Tsaplienko). 3 RU assaults repelled near Stepove, Lobkove, Malykh Scherbaky since day start (UGS 16:00 UTC). RU MoD claims hitting UA brigades.
Ukrainian Actions:Repelled two significant RU assaults near Vilne Pole/Novosilka, claimed destruction of 14 BMPs, 2 tanks (31st Mech Bde via Butusov Plus/Tsaplienko, Apr 14). Assaults involved motorcycles (41 claimed), light vehicles (~40 units) then armor (~20 units). 44th Artillery Brigade strikes claimed. 31st Mech Bde video shows destruction of RU battalion elements (claimed 60th MSR Bde). 71st Jaeger Brigade (DShV) FPV operators active.
Russian Claims (Apr 14): Claim slow RU advances N of Robotyne and advances N of Lobkove towards Stepove, and towards southern outskirts of Kamyanske. Claim UA deployed GUR units. RU MoD claims FPV drones of 42nd MSR Div destroyed 3 UA vehicles and troops N of Robotyne (Apr 14).
Prydniprovsky Axis (Left Bank Kherson):2 unsuccessful RU attempts repelled since day start (UGS 16:00 UTC). RU MoD claims hitting UA brigades near Ponyativka, Antonivka, Nikolskoye, destroying M777, M113, HMMWV, claiming up to 55 UA losses (Dnieper Grouping).
V. Air, Missile & Drone Activity Synopsis
Russian Strikes (Apr 13 - Midday Apr 14): Widespread use of Shahed drones, KABs, missiles, MLRS, FPVs.
Overnight Shahed Attack (Apr 13-14): Russia launched 62 air targets (Shahed + imitator). 40 Shahed/other attack UAVs confirmed shot down by UA AF. Attacks affected Odesa, Donetsk, Dnipropetrovsk, Kharkiv Oblasts. RU claim strike hit Odesa Cable Plant (NgP raZVedka).
Zaporizhzhia City (Apr 14):First confirmed FPV drone attack reported, fire at gas station (SDF Spox/DSNS/RBC-Ukraine). FPV drone killed 63M civilian near Novoyakovlivka.
Russian Reconnaissance UAV Activity (Ongoing Apr 14 Afternoon): Active over Zaporizhzhia, Kherson, Sumy, Dnipropetrovsk, Kharkiv Oblasts. UA AD engaged (UA AF).
Ukrainian Air Defense: Claimed destruction of 40 Shahed/other attack UAVs overnight (Apr 13-14). Claimed shootdown of 2 Orlan, 1 Zala, 1 Supercam recon drones by 1039th Anti-Aircraft Missile Regiment (Sternenko, Apr 14). Successful evasion and counter-strike against RU Strela-10 SAM claimed in Kursk Oblast. Needs remain critical. RU MoD claims shooting down 6 JDAM, 3 HIMARS rockets, 227 UAVs (Apr 14 briefing).
Drone vs Drone Combat: RU MoD claims RU drone rammed and downed UA "Baba Yaga" drone in Sumy region (Apr 14).
VI. Naval Situation
Black Sea / Azov Sea: No Russian warships or missile carriers reported present (GSh ZSU Apr 14 morning).
Mediterranean Sea: 3 Russian warships remain, including 3 Kalibr carriers (total potential salvo up to 26 missiles) (GSh ZSU Apr 14 morning).
VII. Capabilities & Logistics
Ukraine:
Drones: Effective use continues across fronts (Khartia, 31st Mech, 44th Arty, 110th Mech, 71st Jaeger, Aivengo, Omega NGU, 34th Marines, etc.). Successful FPV strike on RU Strela-10 SAM claimed. Successful FPV strike claimed on RU North Korean Koksan SPG in Kursk. 93rd Mech Bde received donation of 5x Mavic 3T, 2x Enterprise, 1x Pro drones (Mykolaivskyi Vanek). Crowdfunding for 10th Mtn Aslt Bde drones/supplies ongoing (KiberBoroshno). High demand persists. High drone use by both sides noted slowing RU advances on South Donetsk front (Voin DV).
Artillery: 44th Arty Bde active. Confirmed KIA of Col. Yuriy Yula (Dep Cmdr 26th Arty Bde / Cmdr A1476) is a significant loss. Claimed Lancet destroyed UA Bohdana SPG (RU claim).
Air Defence: Needs remain critical. RU MoD claims destroying M777.
Logistics Targeting: Emphasized by CinC Syrskyi as a key task. Claimed destruction of 11,583 RU vehicles/spec equip since Jan 1, 2025.
Crowdfunding/Support: Active campaigns for drones (93rd Mech Bde), supplies (10th Mtn Aslt Bde - antifreeze, oil, netting for vehicle protection).
Air Power: Heavy reliance on KABs (23 KABs used on Kursk axis today). Tactical aviation active.
Missiles: Confirmed use of Iskander-M in Apr 13 Sumy strike.
Drones: High-volume use (Shahed, Lancet, FPV, Recon). Shaheds used in Apr 14 Sumy strike (target confirmed car park by UA). FPVs claimed effective vs Western armor. Use of FPVs to target civilians confirmed (Zaporizhzhia OVA). First confirmed FPV strike into Zaporizhzhia city. Acknowledged high drone saturation on Pokrovsk front (WarGonzo). High drone use by both sides noted slowing RU advances on South Donetsk front (Voin DV). Claimed FPV strikes N of Robotyne (MoD RU). Claimed ramming/downing UA Baba Yaga drone (MoD RU).
Artillery: Use of North Korean 170mm M1978 Koksan SPG confirmed via UA strike video (Kursk Oblast), potentially indicating 203mm ammo shortages. RU MoD claims significant destruction of UA arty systems.
Ground Tactics: Use of motorcycles (41 claimed) in large-scale Zaporizhzhia assault. Claimed fire control/clearing operations near Hornal Monastery (Kursk). Armored assaults repelled (Zaporizhzhia). New tactic claimed: drone drops mine on road, waits for vehicle detonation, then uses FPV drone to finish off target (Kotsnews, Konstantinovka dir).
Logistics: Claimed strikes targeting UA repair bases, ammo depots, PVDs. RU MoD claims destroying multiple UA ammo depots across various axes. Drone crowdfunding needs persist. RU sources show improvised armor additions ("frontline armor") being fabricated/applied (Dva Maiora). Railway sabotage attempt reported in St. Petersburg.
VIII. Diplomacy, International Support & Information Environment
International Support:
Taurus Missiles: Potential future German Chancellor Friedrich Merz reiterated readiness to supply Taurus. Netherlands, Poland, EU HR Borrell reacted positively to Merz's statement (Tsaplienko).
EU Aid: Kaja Kallas stated EU allocated €23B for Ukraine arms this year, up from €20B last year (TASS).
Sweden: FM calls for confiscation of frozen Russian assets for Ukraine (Tsaplienko).
Hungary: FM stated Hungary will not support new EU energy sanctions against Russia; opposes EU €40bn arms funding for Ukraine & military advisors (TASS).
EU/May 9: Instructed candidate countries not to attend May 9 parade in Moscow (Latvian FM via RBC-Ukr). Ukraine invited EU officials to Kyiv for May 9 instead (Politico via Oper ZSU/RBC-Ukr). EU (Kallas) warned of consequences for those attending Moscow parade (TASS).
Czech Republic: Intelligence services reportedly concerned about potential security risks (organized crime, arms trafficking) from returning Ukrainian veterans post-conflict (Euractiv via RVvoenkor).
Information Environment:
Sumy Apr 13 Strike Narratives: RU MoD/Lavrov/sources maintain narrative of hitting military target (OTG Siversk meeting, Western reps), claim >60 UA KIA (MoD) / up to 140 casualties (other sources), allege UA uses human shields. Lavrov explicitly claims presence of NATO personnel directing UA forces. UA strongly refutes, highlighting high civilian casualties (35 KIA, 117 WIA). RU source notes UA removed official announcement of Col. Yula's death.
RU Operational Claims: RU MoD released official daily briefing (Apr 14) with extensive claims of UA losses and RU advances across multiple axes. WarGonzo (Pegov) claims RU initiative, "fire bag" in Kursk, Yelyzavetivka liberation (Pokrovsk), high drone saturation on Pokrovsk axis. Voin DV details RU advances/tactics on South Donetsk axis. Voenkor Kotenok details RU advances on Lyman axis.
RU Historical/Legal Narratives: Posts commemorate Apr 14 as start of "Ukrainian aggression" in 2014 (Dnevnik Desantnika). Claims of sentencing 2 UA soldiers for actions in Kursk Oblast (Dnevnik Desantnika). Discussion of historical origin of "Ukraine" name (Alex Parker). Claims justification for Odesa Cable Plant strike (NgP raZVedka).
UA Narratives: Highlight civilian casualties (Sumy, Kupyansk, Zaporizhzhia), need for AD, drone effectiveness (anti-SAM/Koksan strikes, logistics targeting, Orikhiv defense). Showcase FPV operator skill (71st Jaeger Bde). Emphasize civilian support/fundraising. Vow revenge for Sumy (34th Marines). Frame RU strikes on civilians as deliberate strategy (RBC-Ukraine analysis).
Internal Russian Controls: Liquidation of Yevgeny Roizman's foundation confirmed. Crackdown on Muslim Religious Organizations (MROMs) in Moscow Oblast reported (Rybar). Arrests for alleged railway sabotage.
Moldova/Gagauzia: Pro-RU sources frame internal Moldovan political tensions as Western-backed anti-Russian actions with potential links to UA special services.
Civilian Situation: Process established for families to file claims for compensation for relatives KIA via International Register of Damages (Zaporizhzhia OVA). Coordination Staff met with families of 47th Mech Bde POWs/MIA. Reports of low evacuation rates from Zaporizhzhia frontline towns (only 59 from Orikhiv/Huliaipole in 3 months), increased CCTV (500+ cameras) to counter DRGs (Zaporizhzhia OVA).
Casualty Reporting: Juvenile Prosecutors report 618 children KIA, >1884 WIA since Feb 2022 (ASTRA). RU claims 7 civilians KIA (2 children), 25 WIA (2 children) in occupied Donetsk Oblast (Apr 7-13).