Sitrep 2025-05-08 08:16:45

Operational Intelligence Briefing - Major Updates and Analysis (May 8, 2025, 08:15 UTC)

Updated Situation

The operational environment continues to be dominated by intense ground combat, pervasive aerial and drone activity from both sides, and targeted deep strikes. The primary focus remains on eastern and southern Ukraine, with sustained activity in the border regions. Information operations surrounding the approaching May 9th Victory Day remain widespread, with both sides leveraging historical narratives. Recent reports detail ongoing Russian offensive efforts across multiple axes and fierce Ukrainian defensive actions, updated casualty figures, continued Russian aerial and drone strikes (including continued use of KABs and FPV drones on civilian targets), Ukrainian deep strikes targeting Russian military production facilities and logistical hubs, and international diplomatic activity related to the conflict and other regional tensions. New information highlights continued civilian casualties and damage from Russian strikes, claims of Russian territorial gains, Ukrainian reports of repelling numerous assaults, ongoing Russian drone and air activity with specific weapon types mentioned, updated estimates of Russian losses, continued Ukrainian deep strikes, the significant impact of Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian infrastructure and internal security concerns in Russia, information operations surrounding Victory Day and historical narratives, Russian internal security issues, Ukrainian discussions on military service for women, increased membership in a Russian youth military-patriotic movement, successful Ukrainian infrastructure restoration efforts, and a claimed Russian ceasefire that appears to be largely disregarded in areas of intense fighting.

Significant updates from the latest messages include:

Renewed Intense Ground Combat, Especially on the Kursk Border and Near Chasiv Yar: Operational reports from both Russian and Ukrainian sources confirm continued ground assaults despite the announced Russian ceasefire. Liveuamap Source, citing the Ukrainian General Staff, reports 61 engagements on the Pokrovsk axis, 32 on the Novopavlivka axis, 24 on the Lyman axis, 13 on the Toretsk axis, 11 on the Kharkiv axis, 10 on the Kramatorsk axis, 7 on the Orikhiv axis, and 6 on the Siversk and Kupiansk axes yesterday. Liveuamap Source, citing the Ukrainian General Staff, also reports one unsuccessful Russian attempt on the Huliaipole axis and one on the Kherson axis yesterday. WarGonzo reports continued Ukrainian pressure on Tyotkino, including strikes on bridges and crossings in the Glushkovsky district to cut off logistics. Kotsnews confirms continued Ukrainian pressure on Tyotkino despite the ceasefire, reporting Ukrainian losses in personnel and equipment during attempted advances. Voenkor Kotenok also reports on increased Ukrainian pressure on Tyotkino, with troop and equipment transfers and attempts to both secure and cut off the settlement. These reports indicate that the claimed Russian ceasefire is not being observed in areas of active combat, and specifically highlight renewed intensity on the Kursk border.
Ukrainian Liberation of Forest Area North of Lyptsi: Tsapliienko_Ukraine FIGHTS and Butusov Plus report that the 13th Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine "Khartia," in cooperation with the 92nd Separate Assault Brigade, has liberated a forest area north of Lyptsi in the Kharkiv Oblast, referred to by Russians as "Berlin". They state the operation lasted five and a half months and resulted in significant Russian casualties and equipment losses (nearly 1500 killed and wounded, over 200 units of weaponry, and 175 units of equipment). This is a notable claimed Ukrainian advance and the liberation of a tactically significant area.
Russian Claimed Ceasefire Largely Disregarded: Russia announced a limited three-day ceasefire. However, multiple sources indicate continued intense fighting despite this announcement, particularly in the Tetkino area of Kursk Oblast and on various fronts in Ukraine. Kotsnews reports that while Ukraine unofficially supported a ceasefire for body retrieval on some fronts, they continued attacks in Sumy Oblast and on Tyotkino. Voenkor Kotenok explicitly states that despite the official ceasefire, the Ukrainian Armed Forces are attempting to increase pressure in the Tetkino area. The spokesperson for OSUV "Khortytsia," Viktor Tregubov, confirms that the enemy is less active in some areas, but active engagements continue on a number of directions, stating there is no complete ceasefire. The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports launches of KABs towards Sumy Oblast. Operational ZSU reports one civilian killed and two injured in Sumy Oblast due to overnight shelling and KAB strikes. ASTRA reports that Russia violated the announced ceasefire by striking Sumy Oblast with aviation strikes in the morning, resulting in one death. Dnevnik Desantnika🇷🇺 reports that the enemy is not observing the ceasefire on the Zaporizhzhia direction and is actively using FPV drones, Baba Yaga drones, and barrel artillery. Tsapliienko_Ukraine FIGHTS reports that hours before the declared ceasefire, Russia launched a drone attack with 31 strike UAVs and simulator drones, with 20 shot down. These reports collectively confirm that the ceasefire is not being widely observed by either side in areas of active conflict.
Continued Russian Aerial and Drone Activity: Ukrainian General Staff reports high numbers of Russian drone and aerial strikes in the past day. The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported launches of KABs towards Sumy Oblast and later reported repeated launches of KABs towards Sumy Oblast. Operational ZSU reports that in the Mykolaiv community of Sumy district, the enemy dropped a KAB on a house around 3:00 AM on May 8th, killing a 55-year-old woman and injuring her 24-year-old son, and at 3:30 AM, the enemy dropped an aerial bomb on civilian infrastructure in the Vorozhbyanska community, injuring a woman. ASTRA reports that Russia violated the announced ceasefire by striking Sumy Oblast with aviation strikes in the morning, resulting in one death and damage to residential buildings. Operational ZSU reports that at approximately 7:05 AM on May 8th, Russian forces struck a civilian car with an FPV drone near the village of Velyki Prokhody in Kharkiv district, injuring three women who were attempting to plant potatoes. STERNENKO also reports that Russians struck a civilian car with an FPV drone in Kharkiv Oblast this morning, injuring three women. Dnevnik Desantnika🇷🇺 reports that on the Krasnoarmeysk direction, FPV drones and Baba Yaga type drones are actively operating and there have been drone attacks on Russian vehicles this morning with several vehicles burned. Dnevnik Desantnika🇷🇺 reports that on the Zaporizhzhia direction, the enemy is actively working with FPV drones, Baba Yaga drones, and barrel artillery despite the ceasefire. Tsapliienko_Ukraine FIGHTS reports that hours before the declared ceasefire, Russia launched a drone attack with 31 strike UAVs and simulator drones. Liveuamap Source, citing the Ukrainian General Staff, reports Russian aviation conducted airstrikes at various locations in Sumy, Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia, and Kherson regions yesterday. Liveuamap Source, citing the Ukrainian General Staff, reports 2891 kamikaze drone strikes and 1157 guided bomb strikes by Russia yesterday.
Air Raid Alerts Across Ukraine: Ukrainian channels reported air raid alerts across multiple oblasts, with a specific threat of ballistic missile launch from the east. Ukrainian Zaporizhzhia Oblast Military Administration declared an air raid alert across the entire region due to a ballistic threat. RBC-Ukraine reports that an air raid alert was declared in several oblasts for the first time since Putin's so-called ceasefire began, citing a ballistic threat. The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported a ballistic missile threat from the east. Ukrainian Zaporizhzhia Oblast Military Administration later reported the all-clear. The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported the all-clear for threats except in Sumy Oblast. These alerts indicate continued Russian aerial and missile activity across various regions of Ukraine despite the claimed ceasefire.
Updated Estimated Russian Losses: Sily oborony Pivdnya Ukrainy report that over the past day on the southern direction, enemy losses amounted to 143 occupiers, 13 artillery systems, 17 units of vehicles, 6 UAVs, 2 electronic warfare stations, 11 motorcycles, 1 quad bike, 2 boats, 3 generators, 4 UAV antennas, 6 communication antennas, 2 Starlink antennas, and 2 ammunition storage locations were destroyed. They also report 82 dugouts and 1 observation post were destroyed. Liveuamap Source, citing the Ukrainian General Staff, reports total estimated Russian personnel losses since February 24, 2022, as 961,970. Liveuamap Source, citing the Ukrainian General Staff, reports estimated Russian losses yesterday as 1200 personnel, 2 tanks, 10 armored fighting vehicles, 50 artillery systems, 1 MLRS, 1 air defense system, 141 operational-tactical UAVs, 120 vehicles/fuel tanks, and 2 units of special equipment. Tsapliienko_Ukraine FIGHTS and Butusov Plus report nearly 1500 Russian soldiers killed and wounded, over 200 units of weaponry, and 175 units of equipment lost in the operation to liberate the forest area north of Lyptsi. Anatoliy Shtefan "Shtirlits" reports the successful "demobilization" (killed) of six Russian officers, including a battalion commander. These updates provide both localized and overall estimates of Russian casualties and equipment losses.
Ukrainian Deep Strikes: Operational ZSU reports that at approximately 7:05 AM on May 8th, Russian forces struck a civilian car with an FPV drone near the village of Velyki Prokhody in Kharkiv district, injuring three women, indicating continued Russian FPV drone usage on the Kharkiv front. Dnevnik Desantnika🇷🇺 reports active FPV drone and Baba Yaga drone activity by the enemy on the Krasnoarmeysk and Zaporizhzhia directions, with attacks on Russian vehicles. Tsapliienko_Ukraine FIGHTS reports Russia launched a drone attack with 31 strike UAVs and simulator drones hours before the declared ceasefire, with 20 shot down.
Information Operations and Narratives surrounding Victory Day: Russian sources are heavily promoting the historical significance of Victory Day. Ukrainian sources are actively countering Russian narratives. Zelenskiy / Official and Oleg Syniehubov shared video messages on the Day of Remembrance and Victory over Nazism in World War II. The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine shared a statement from Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi on the Day of Memory and Victory, stating that Ukraine is fighting "new Nazis" who want to destroy Ukraine and go further. The Coordinator Headquarters for the Treatment of Prisoners of War shared a statement on the Day of Memory and Victory, emphasizing global unity against "the monster" (Russia). RBC-Ukraine published a material explaining why May 8th is about memory and not celebration for Ukraine. Serhiy Lysak / Dnipropetrovsk RMA shared a video message commemorating the Day of Memory and Victory over Nazism, drawing parallels between the fight against Nazism and the current fight against "rashism". Alex Parker Returns reports on the Tetkino situation in the context of the ceasefire announcement, framing Ukrainian actions negatively. Dnevnik Desantnika🇷🇺 comments on Kyiv not officially stating a ceasefire but giving instructions to cease fire, and the enemy not observing it. RBC-Ukraine shares an interview with historian Roman Kabachii about the perception of WWII in Ukraine. Slyvochnyy kapriz reports on military actions in the Borova area in the context of the date (May 8th). DeepState✙🇺🇦 shares commentary on May 8th as a day of memory and victory, contrasting the Ukrainian perspective with the Russian one and drawing parallels between Nazism and "rashism". Operatyvnyy ZSU shares a video of a woman from Pokrovsk refusing evacuation to Western Ukraine because she speaks Russian, highlighting a narrative used in the information war. Tsapliienko_Ukraine FIGHTS shares a video of President Zelenskyy's address for the Day of Remembrance and Reconciliation, calling the Moscow parade a "parade of lies and fear". ‼️47 Separate Mechanized Brigade "Magura" shares a message for the Day of Memory and Reconciliation, emphasizing the lessons from WWII and the ongoing fight against "rashism". Coordination Staff for the Treatment of Prisoners of War shares a message for the Day of Memory and Victory, emphasizing global unity against Russia. Zaporizhzhia Oblast Military Administration shares a video commemorating the Day of Memory and Victory over Nazism. Voin DV shares a lengthy post disputing Western and Ukrainian historical narratives about WWII, defending the Soviet role, and criticizing the "heroization" of Ukrainian nationalist groups. Andrey Mikheev 🇷🇺 Res Ipsa Loquitur expresses frustration with countries "heroizing their meager achievements" in WWII while downplaying the Soviet role. Egor criticizes the draping of the Mausoleum and the "ignorance" of Stalin in Russia. TASS reports that Putin stated the Chinese military contingent in the May 9th parade in Moscow will be the largest foreign one and that he would be glad to visit China for the anniversary of victory over militarist Japan. TASS reports that Putin stated Russia-China relations are equal, mutually beneficial, and non-opportunistic, and that the sacrifices of their peoples in WWII should not be forgotten. TASS reports that Xi Jinping stated China is ready to defend the truth about the history of WWII with Russia. RBC-Ukraine shares a video where Mykhailo Podolyak comments on Donald Trump's statement about Russia's desire to occupy all of Ukraine, stating it is aimed solely at the US domestic audience. Kotsnews shares a summary of international media, including a Slovak article about Prime Minister Fico's decision to attend Victory Day in Moscow. The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine provides historical overviews of Ukraine's role in WWII, including participation in the Red Army and resistance movements, and the impact of Nazi occupation and the Holocaust. Mash na Donbasse shares historical documents and photos related to alleged Nazi atrocities against Soviet prisoners of war in the Donetsk region, likely as part of the Victory Day narrative. TASS shares a video on photojournalists of the Great Patriotic War, part of the Victory Day commemoration.
Russian Internal Security Concerns: ASTRA reports the potential disconnection of mobile internet and cellular service in Moscow on May 9th for security reasons. TASS reports on Chinese journalists gathering in the Kremlin before negotiations between Putin and Xi Jinping, and the arrival of the President of South Ossetia for Victory Day celebrations, indicating security measures and the symbolic importance of these events. Moscow News reports around 100 flights delayed at Moscow airports this morning, attributed to a massive UAV attack on the Moscow region yesterday. ASTRA also reports on the flight delays and attributes them to the UAV attack. TASS reports that former Deputy Minister of Defense Popov has been hospitalized from the Lefortovo pre-trial detention center.
Ukrainian Military Leadership Discussions: Arkhanhel Spetsnaz reports on discussions about introducing military service for women in Ukraine. RBC-Ukraine reports that Ukraine held online negotiations with US and European partners regarding a 30-day ceasefire. The Ukrainian delegation included high-ranking officials like the Head of the Presidential Office, Minister of Defense, and Head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Increased "Yunarmia" Membership: TASS reports that the membership of "Yunarmia" has exceeded 1.8 million people.
Recovery Efforts: RBC-Ukraine reports that power supply has been restored to all subscribers in Poltava Oblast after yesterday's Russian shelling.
Airport Restrictions Lifted: TASS reports that restrictions on the reception and departure of aircraft at airports in Ivanovo and Yaroslavl have been lifted. TASS reports that Novokuznetsk airport is temporarily closed due to technical reasons. Sever.Realii reports restrictions were lifted at airports in Nizhny Novgorod, Ivanovo, and Yaroslavl. Moscow News and ASTRA report significant flight delays at Moscow airports this morning, attributed to a recent UAV attack.
International Events: TASS reports that the President of Ethiopia has arrived in Moscow. RBC-Ukraine and Operatsiya Z: Voenkorы Russkoy Vesny report on a major aerial battle between Pakistan and India. RBC-Ukraine reports that the US Deputy Secretary of the Treasury called Putin a war criminal, explosions were heard near Amritsar airport in India, and North Korea launched several ballistic missiles towards the East Sea. TASS reports that Venezuela does not refuse plans to join BRICS. TASS and ASTRA report that Chinese journalists are gathering in the Kremlin before negotiations between Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping, and the President of South Ossetia has arrived in Moscow for Victory Day celebrations, indicating continued diplomatic engagement with these countries. Tsapliienko_Ukraine FIGHTS reports that US Deputy Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent called Putin a war criminal but also stated the necessity of negotiating with both sides. TASS, Moscow News, ASTRA, Tsapliienko_Ukraine FIGHTS, and Operatyvnyy ZSU report on the start of negotiations between Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping in the Kremlin. TASS reports that Putin stated the Chinese military contingent in the May 9th parade in Moscow will be the largest foreign one and that he would be glad to visit China for the anniversary of victory over militarist Japan. TASS reports that Putin stated Russia-China relations are equal, mutually beneficial, and non-opportunistic, and that the sacrifices of their peoples in WWII should not be forgotten. TASS reports that Xi Jinping stated China is ready to defend the truth about the history of WWII with Russia. RBC-Ukraine shares a video where Mykhailo Podolyak, advisor to the Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, comments on Donald Trump's statement about Russia's desire to occupy all of Ukraine, stating it is aimed solely at the US domestic audience. Kotsnews shares a summary of international media, including a Slovak article about Prime Minister Fico's decision to attend Victory Day in Moscow, a German article about recent US F-18 crashes in the Red Sea, and a British article quoting Joe Biden criticizing Trump's stance on Russia and Ukraine as "appeasement." TASS reports on historical documents related to alleged Nazi atrocities in the Donetsk region, likely shared in conjunction with the Victory Day narrative. TASS shares a video on photojournalists of the Great Patriotic War.
Military Aid: Shef Hayabusa🫡🇺🇦 reports that Germany has transferred a new military aid package to Ukraine, including armored vehicles, howitzies, air defense missiles, tank ammunition, artillery shells, drones, recovery vehicles, mine clearance vehicles, surveillance radars, laser rangefinders, binoculars, diving scooters, equipment for border guards, anti-tank guns, assault rifles, medical tourniquets, and sleeping bags. Shef Hayabusa🫡🇺🇦 is also conducting a fundraising campaign for necessary equipment for various brigades, reporting procurement of over 400 FPV drones in the last day.
Economic and Political Developments (Ukraine): RBC-Ukraine reports that the Verkhovna Rada will vote today on the ratification of a "minerals agreement" with the US. RBC-Ukraine reports that bail of 18 million hryvnias was posted for former Deputy Head of the Presidential Office Smirnov. RBC-Ukraine reports that Ukraine is considering abandoning the dollar and tying its currency more closely to the euro, citing the head of the National Bank. Operatyvnyy ZSU also reports on Ukraine considering transitioning from the dollar to the euro. RBC-Ukraine reports on a traffic accident in Kyiv near Lukyanivska metro station where a car hit a pole, causing it to fall on trolleybus lines, leading to changes in trolleybus routes.
Ukrainian Military Commemoration: Operatyvnyy ZSU reports that the "Cultural Forces" platform has presented a music album dedicated to Infantry Day. The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports the opening of the "Alley of Defenders of Ukraine" near the Arch of Freedom of the Ukrainian People in Kyiv on Infantry Day. Zaporizhzhia Oblast Military Administration and KMVA (Kyiv City Military Administration) and Operatyvnyy ZSU shared messages about the daily moment of silence. KMVA also shared a memorial for a fallen defender from Kyiv. Zaporizhzhia Oblast Military Administration shared a video commemorating the Day of Memory and Victory over Nazism, observing a moment of silence and placing flowers at a memorial. KMVA (Kyiv City Military Administration) and OTU "Kharkiv"🇺🇦 shared video messages commemorating the Day of Memory and Victory over Nazism in World War II. OTU "Kharkiv"🇺🇦 shared a graphic and text from the Ukrainian General Staff on the Day of Memory and Victory over Nazism. Serhiy Lysak / Dnipropetrovsk RMA shared photos and text commemorating the Day of Memory and Victory over Nazism, placing flowers at a memorial. Operatyvnyy ZSU shared a photo and text from the 13th Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine "Khartia" reporting the liberation of a forest area north of Lyptsi on the Day of Memory and Victory over Nazism, framing it as a symbolic victory. DeepState✙🇺🇦 shares commentary on May 8th, contrasting Ukrainian and Russian perspectives on Victory Day. ‼️47 Separate Mechanized Brigade "Magura" shares a message for the Day of Memory and Reconciliation, emphasizing the lessons from WWII and the ongoing fight against "rashism". Coordination Staff for the Treatment of Prisoners of War shares a message for the Day of Memory and Victory, emphasizing global unity against Russia. The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine shares a historical overview of Ukraine's role in WWII, focusing on the start of the war, the occupation, the contribution of Ukrainians to the victory over Nazism, and the commemoration of the 80th anniversary. The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine shares another post detailing Ukrainian participation in the Red Army in WWII. The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine shares a post focusing on the Nazi occupation of Ukraine. The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine shares a post on the Holocaust in Ukraine. The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine shares a post about resistance movements in Ukraine during WWII, including Soviet partisans and the UPA.
Russian Military Analysis and Capabilities Showcase: Colonelcassad shared a video showcasing the work of ZALA "Lancet" and ZALA Z-16 UAVs. Voin DV shared a historical overview of Russian Far East cities' contribution to WWII. Dnevnik Desantnika🇷🇺 shared a video of a sapper working with an unexploded enemy FPV drone and reports on enemy drone activity on the Krasnoarmeysk direction. Arkhanhel Spetsnaz shared information about a crashed Finnish F/A-18 fighter jet during exercises. «Zona SVO» shared a photo of a soldier with a drone, implying continued reconnaissance activities. Colonelcassad shared a video from Zvezda claiming Russian forces captured Ukrainian soldiers from the 77th Separate Airmobile Brigade near Lypove, who claimed to be abandoned by their command. Kotsnews shared a video claiming the "Vega" special forces unit conducted a review of enemy equipment on logistical chains on the Pokrovsk direction before the ceasefire. MoD Russia shares a video of servicemen from the "Tsentr" Group of Forces being awarded insignias. Arkhanhel Spetsnaz shares a video claiming the destruction of enemy equipment on the Tetkino direction. Slyvochnyy kapriz shares a video and photo claiming active combat and Russian advances in the Borova area. Voenkor Kotenok claims Russian advances north of Chasiv Yar. Colonelcassad reports on the commissioning of the A-222M "Bereg" coastal self-propelled artillery complex into the coastal forces of the Pacific Fleet, detailing its characteristics and purpose, and shares images and analysis of the system and Russian military storage areas. WarGonzo highlights the popularity of music by a Russian tank driver participating in the "SMO," framing it as a sign of changing Russian society. Rybar discusses the absence of ZSU-23-4 "Shilka" anti-aircraft systems in Russia for countering drones, despite their potential effectiveness, and shares images of a modernized Shilka and a large military storage area. Two Majors discuss the development of autonomous drone interceptors by Latvia, including the Blaze system, highlighting their potential for NATO and their potential supply to Ukraine, while also mentioning similar Russian and US developments. Two Majors share images of advanced drones.
Ukrainian Military Units in Action: Operatyvnyy ZSU shared a video claiming to show fighters of the 25th Separate Airborne Brigade dropping something. DeepState mentions the 13th Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine "Khartia" and the 92nd Separate Assault Brigade in the liberation of a forest area north of Lyptsi. Butusov Plus mentions the "SIGNUM" battalion on the Lyman direction. Operatyvnyy ZSU shared a photo and text from the 13th Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine "Khartia" reporting the liberation of a forest area north of Lyptsi. Desantno-shturmovi viyska ZS Ukrainy shared photos of an armored vehicle with "cope cage" armor belonging to the 81st Airmobile Slobozhanska Brigade, highlighting its use in protecting against drone threats. Tsapliienko_Ukraine FIGHTS and Butusov Plus report on the successful operation by the 13th Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine "Khartia," in cooperation with the 92nd Separate Assault Brigade, to liberate a forest area north of Lyptsi. ‼️47 Separate Mechanized Brigade "Magura" shares a message for the Day of Memory and Reconciliation, with their brigade logo visible. Butusov Plus shares a video from the 1st Separate Tank Siverska Brigade showing them repelling a Russian assault.
Russian Claims of Capturing Ukrainian Soldiers: Colonelcassad shared a video claiming Russian forces captured Ukrainian soldiers from the 77th Separate Airmobile Brigade near Lypove in the DNR.
Finland Military Exercise and Aircraft Crash: Arkhanhel Spetsnaz shared information about a crashed Finnish F/A-18 fighter jet during exercises.
Unexploded Ordnance: Dnevnik Desantnika🇷🇺 shared a video of a sapper working with an unexploded enemy FPV drone.
Ukrainian Negotiations on Ceasefire: RBC-Ukraine reports that Ukraine held online negotiations with US and European partners regarding a 30-day ceasefire.
Former Russian Deputy Minister of Defense Hospitalized: TASS reports that former Deputy Minister of Defense Popov has been hospitalized from the Lefortovo pre-trial detention center.
Development of Drone Interceptors by Latvia: Two Majors discuss the development and potential supply of autonomous drone interceptors by Latvia, including the Blaze system, to NATO countries and Ukraine.
Funding for Ukrainian FPV Drones: STERNENKO reports significant public funding for the purchase of FPV drones, with over 400 purchased in the last day.

Areas of Significant Activity (Updated)

Pokrovsk Direction: Remains the most intense area of combat with 61 engagements reported by the Ukrainian General Staff yesterday. Liveuamap Source, citing the Ukrainian General Staff, details that Ukrainian defenders stopped 61 offensive actions in the areas of numerous settlements including Yelyzavetivka, Pokrovsk, Troyitske, and others.
Novopavlivka Direction: Experienced the second-highest intensity with 32 engagements reported by the Ukrainian General Staff yesterday. Liveuamap Source, citing the Ukrainian General Staff, reports successfully repelling 32 enemy attacks near Kostyantynopil, Novosilka, Vilne Pole, and towards Novopil, Bahatyr, and Odradne.
Lyman Direction: Experienced 24 engagements reported by the Ukrainian General Staff yesterday. Liveuamap Source, citing the Ukrainian General Staff, reports enemy attacked 24 times and attempted to advance near various settlements including Kopanky, Hrekivka, Kolodyazi, and towards Ridkoduba, Novyi Myr and Olhivka.
Toretsk Direction: Experienced 13 engagements reported by the Ukrainian General Staff yesterday. Liveuamap Source, citing the Ukrainian General Staff, reports 13 attacks by the enemy near Shcherbynivka, Toretsk and towards Dyliyivka.
Kharkiv Direction: Experienced 11 engagements reported by the Ukrainian General Staff yesterday. Operational ZSU reports that at approximately 7:05 AM on May 8th, Russian forces struck a civilian car with an FPV drone near the village of Velyki Prokhody in Kharkiv district, injuring three women. STERNENKO also reports this FPV drone strike injuring three women. Liveuamap Source, citing the Ukrainian General Staff, reports clashes near Vovchansk, Vovchanski Khutory and Kamyanka yesterday.
Kramatorsk Direction: Experienced 10 engagements reported by the Ukrainian General Staff yesterday. Liveuamap Source, citing the Ukrainian General Staff, reports clashes near Bila Hora, Chasiv Yar and Predtechyne yesterday.
Orikhiv Direction: Experienced 7 engagements reported by the Ukrainian General Staff yesterday. Liveuamap Source, citing the Ukrainian General Staff, reports successfully repelling seven enemy attacks in the areas of Stepove, Kamyanske, and Shcherbaky yesterday.
Siversk Direction: Experienced 6 engagements reported by the Ukrainian General Staff yesterday. Liveuamap Source, citing the Ukrainian General Staff, reports clashes near Verkhnokamyanske and Bilohorivka yesterday.
Kupiansk Direction: Experienced 6 engagements reported by the Ukrainian General Staff yesterday. Liveuamap Source, citing the Ukrainian General Staff, reports clashes near Hlushkivka, Nova Kruhlyakivka and Zahryzove yesterday.
Huliaipole Direction: Experienced 1 unsuccessful Russian attempt to advance reported by the Ukrainian General Staff yesterday. Liveuamap Source, citing the Ukrainian General Staff, reports the enemy made one futile attempt to advance towards the settlement of Vysoke yesterday.
Kherson Direction: Experienced 1 unsuccessful Russian attempt to advance reported by the Ukrainian General Staff yesterday. Liveuamap Source, citing the Ukrainian General Staff, reports Ukrainian forces repelled 1 Russian army assault yesterday.
Sumy Oblast (Border Area): WarGonzo reports continued Ukrainian pressure on Tyotkino, including strikes on bridges and crossings in the Glushkovsky district. Kotsnews confirms continued Ukrainian pressure on Tyotkino despite the ceasefire, reporting Ukrainian losses. Voenkor Kotenok reports on increased Ukrainian pressure on Tyotkino, with troop and equipment transfers. The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported launches of KABs towards Sumy Oblast and later repeated launches. Operational ZSU reports one civilian killed and two injured in Sumy Oblast due to overnight shelling and KAB strikes. ASTRA reports that Russia violated the announced ceasefire by striking Sumy Oblast with aviation strikes in the morning, resulting in one death. The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported a missile in Sumy Oblast heading towards Nedryhailiv. Liveuamap Source, citing the Ukrainian General Staff, reports Russian aviation conducted airstrikes at Boyaro-Lezhachi of Sumy region yesterday. The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports all-clear for threats except Sumy Oblast.
Kursk Oblast (Russia - Tyotkino, Glushkovsky District): WarGonzo reports continued Ukrainian pressure on Tyotkino, including strikes on bridges and crossings in the Glushkovsky district to cut off logistics. Kotsnews confirms continued Ukrainian pressure on Tyotkino despite the ceasefire, reporting Ukrainian losses in personnel and equipment during attempted advances. Voenkor Kotenok also reports on increased Ukrainian pressure on Tyotkino, with troop and equipment transfers and attempts to both secure and cut off the settlement.
Borova Area: Slyvochnyy kapriz reports active combat operations and a Russian infantry attack and clearing of a Ukrainian stronghold north of Makeevka, with a claimed Russian advance of over 1 km on the western bank of the Zherebets River.
Chasiv Yar Direction: Voenkor Kotenok claims Russian assault groups advanced over 1 km north of Chasiv Yar and entered the "Severny" mine. Liveuamap Source, citing the Ukrainian General Staff, reports clashes here yesterday.
Mykolaiv Oblast (Frontline areas): Sily oborony Pivdnya Ukrainy report FPV strikes affected frontline areas here.
Kherson Oblast (Frontline areas): Sily oborony Pivdnya Ukrainy report FPV strikes affected frontline areas here, with 6 people injured. Liveuamap Source, citing the Ukrainian General Staff, reports Russian aviation conducted airstrikes at Kozatske here yesterday.
Zaporizhzhia Oblast (Frontline areas): Sily oborony Pivdnya Ukrainy report FPV strikes affected frontline areas here, with 1 person injured from drone terror and 4 injured from a massive aviation strike. Liveuamap Source, citing the Ukrainian General Staff, reports Russian aviation conducted airstrikes at Malynivka, Hulyaypole, Temyrivka, Novodarivka, Vysoke, Kamyanske here yesterday. Dnevnik Desantnika🇷🇺 reports that the enemy is not observing the ceasefire here and is actively using FPV drones, Baba Yaga drones, and barrel artillery.
Sumy District (Sumy Oblast): Operational ZSU reports that in the Mykolaiv community of Sumy district, the enemy dropped a KAB on a house around 3:00 AM on May 8th, killing a 55-year-old woman and injuring her 24-year-old son. They also report that at 3:30 AM, the enemy dropped an aerial bomb on civilian infrastructure in the Vorozhbyanska community of Sumy district, injuring a woman. ASTRA reports that Russia violated the announced ceasefire by striking Sumy Oblast with aviation strikes in the morning, resulting in one death.
Velyki Prokhody (Kharkiv District, Kharkiv Oblast): Operational ZSU reports that at approximately 7:05 AM on May 8th, Russian forces struck a civilian car with an FPV drone near the village of Velyki Prokhody in Kharkiv district, injuring three women who were attempting to plant potatoes. STERNENKO also reports this FPV drone strike injuring three women.
Nedryhailiv (Sumy Oblast): The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported a missile in Sumy Oblast heading towards Nedryhailiv.
Lypove (DNR): Colonelcassad shared a video claiming Russian forces captured Ukrainian soldiers from the 77th Separate Airmobile Brigade near here.
Lyptsi (Kharkiv Oblast): Tsapliienko_Ukraine FIGHTS and Butusov Plus report the liberation of a forest area north of here by Ukrainian forces.
Demidovka (Belgorod Oblast, Russia): Alex Parker Returns claims this location has been fully liberated by Russian forces.
Popovca (Belgorod Oblast, Russia): Alex Parker Returns claims this location has been fully liberated by Russian forces.
Kotlino (Krasnoarmeysk Direction): Dnevnik Desantnika🇷🇺 reports active enemy drone activity here with attacks on Russian vehicles.
Moscow (Russia): Moscow News and ASTRA report significant flight delays at airports here this morning.
Kyiv (Ukraine): RBC-Ukraine reports a traffic accident near Lukyanivska metro station causing disruption to trolleybus routes.
Kostyantynivka (Donetsk Region): Liveuamap Source, citing the Ukrainian General Staff, reports Russian aviation conducted airstrikes here yesterday.
Novopil (Donetsk Region): Liveuamap Source, citing the Ukrainian General Staff, reports Russian aviation conducted airstrikes here yesterday.
Boyaro-Lezhachi (Sumy Region): Liveuamap Source, citing the Ukrainian General Staff, reports Russian aviation conducted airstrikes here yesterday.
Vysoke (Zaporizhzhia Region): Liveuamap Source, citing the Ukrainian General Staff, reports Russian aviation conducted airstrikes here yesterday.
Kamyanske (Zaporizhzhia Region): Liveuamap Source, citing the Ukrainian General Staff, reports Russian aviation conducted airstrikes here yesterday.
Temyrivka (Zaporizhzhia Region): Liveuamap Source, citing the Ukrainian General Staff, reports Russian aviation conducted airstrikes here yesterday.
Novodarivka (Zaporizhzhia Region): Liveuamap Source, citing the Ukrainian General Staff, reports Russian aviation conducted airstrikes here yesterday.

Aerial and Naval Activity (Updated):

Drone Activity: Ukrainian General Staff reports Russia used 2891 kamikaze drones in the past day and 141 operational-tactical UAVs were destroyed. Operational ZSU reports that at approximately 7:05 AM on May 8th, Russian forces struck a civilian car with an FPV drone near the village of Velyki Prokhody in Kharkiv district, injuring three women. STERNENKO also reports this FPV drone strike injuring three women. Dnevnik Desantnika🇷🇺 reports active FPV drone and Baba Yaga type drone activity by the enemy on the Krasnoarmeysk and Zaporizhzhia directions, with attacks on Russian vehicles resulting in burned vehicles on the Krasnoarmeysk direction. Sily oborony Pivdnya Ukrainy report 660 kamikaze drone strikes and nearly 400 drops from UAVs with over 500 munitions over the past day on the southern direction. FPV strikes affected frontline areas in Mykolaiv, Kherson, Zaporizhzhia, and Dnipropetrovsk Oblasts. «Zona SVO» shared a photo of a soldier with a drone, implying continued reconnaissance activities. Arkhanhel Spetsnaz shares a video claiming the destruction of enemy equipment, likely by drones, on the Tetkino direction. Shef Hayabusa🫡🇺🇦 is conducting a fundraising campaign for necessary equipment, including for various brigades, and reports procurement of over 400 FPV drones in the last day. Tsapliienko_Ukraine FIGHTS reports Russia launched a drone attack with 31 strike UAVs and simulator drones hours before the declared ceasefire, with 20 shot down. Moscow News and ASTRA report significant flight delays at Moscow airports this morning, attributed to a massive UAV attack on the Moscow region yesterday. Liveuamap Source, citing the Ukrainian General Staff, reports 2891 kamikaze drone strikes and 141 operational-tactical UAVs were destroyed yesterday. Dnevnik Desantnika🇷🇺 reports the enemy is actively working with FPV drones and Baba Yaga drones on the Zaporizhzhia direction despite the ceasefire. STERNENKO reports significant public funding for the purchase of FPV drones. Two Majors discuss the development of autonomous drone interceptors by Latvia, including the Blaze system, and share images of advanced drones.
Guided Aerial Bombs (KABs): Ukrainian General Staff reports Russia launched 1157 guided bombs in the past day. The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported launches of KABs towards Sumy Oblast and later reported repeated launches of KABs towards Sumy Oblast. Sily oborony Pivdnya Ukrainy report 11 air strikes with 12 guided bombs over the past day on the southern direction. Operational ZSU reports that in the Mykolaiv community of Sumy district, the enemy dropped a KAB on a house around 3:00 AM on May 8th, killing a 55-year-old woman. ASTRA reports that Russia violated the announced ceasefire by striking Sumy Oblast with aviation strikes (likely including KABs) in the morning, resulting in one death. Liveuamap Source, citing the Ukrainian General Staff, reports 1157 guided bomb strikes by Russia yesterday.
Missile Activity: Ukrainian General Staff reports Russia launched 2 missile strikes using 2 missiles in the past day. The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported a missile in Sumy Oblast heading towards Nedryhailiv. Sily oborony Pivdnya Ukrainy report 11 air strikes with 94 unguided aerial rockets (NAR) over the past day on the southern direction. Operational ZSU also reports a missile in Sumy Oblast heading towards Nedryhailiv. Ukrainian channels reported air raid alerts across multiple oblasts, with a specific threat of ballistic missile launch from the east. Ukrainian Zaporizhzhia Oblast Military Administration declared an air raid alert across the entire region due to a ballistic threat. RBC-Ukraine reports a ballistic threat. The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported a ballistic missile threat from the east.
Aviation: Ukrainian General Staff reports Russia conducted 89 air strikes in the past day. The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine warned about the activity of enemy tactical aviation on the northeastern direction and the threat of aviation weapons for frontline oblasts. Sily oborony Pivdnya Ukrainy report 11 air strikes with 12 guided bombs and 94 unguided aerial rockets over the past day on the southern direction. Arkhanhel Spetsnaz shared information about a crashed Finnish F/A-18 fighter jet during exercises. Slyvochnyy kapriz shares a video claiming active combat in the Borova area, potentially involving air support. ASTRA reports that Russia violated the announced ceasefire by striking Sumy Oblast with aviation strikes in the morning, resulting in one death. Liveuamap Source, citing the Ukrainian General Staff, reports Russian aviation conducted airstrikes at various locations in Sumy, Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia, and Kherson regions yesterday.
Artillery and MLRS Activity: Ukrainian General Staff reports Russia conducted over 6000 shellings, including 151 from MLRS, in the past day. Tsapliienko_Ukraine FIGHTS reports a local resident was killed in Sumy district due to night shelling. Sily oborony Pivdnya Ukrainy report over 407 enemy shellings with nearly 1800 munitions over the past day on the southern direction. They also report continued fire from various types of artillery and MLRS on frontline territories and settlements in Kherson, Zaporizhzhia, and Dnipropetrovsk Oblasts. Dnevnik Desantnika🇷🇺 reports that in the area of Kotlino on the Krasnoarmeysk direction, enemy artillery is not working, but drones are active. Sily oborony Pivdnya Ukrainy share a video of a missile launch, likely from an MLRS. Dnevnik Desantnika🇷🇺 reports that the enemy is actively working with barrel artillery on the Zaporizhzhia direction despite the ceasefire.
Naval Activity: RBC-Ukraine, citing the Ukrainian Navy, reports that there are no Russian missile carriers in the Black and Azov Seas this morning.

Diplomatic and Political Developments (Updated):

Victory Day Narratives: Both Russian and Ukrainian sources are actively engaged in information operations related to Victory Day, promoting competing narratives and drawing parallels between historical events and the current conflict. Zelenskiy / Official, Oleg Syniehubov, and Serhiy Lysak / Dnipropetrovsk RMA shared video messages commemorating the Day of Remembrance and Victory over Nazism in World War II. The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine shared a statement from Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi on the Day of Memory and Victory, stating that Ukraine is fighting "new Nazis". The Coordinator Headquarters for the Treatment of Prisoners of War shared a statement emphasizing global unity against Russia. RBC-Ukraine published a material explaining why May 8th is about memory and not celebration for Ukraine. DeepState✙🇺🇦 shares commentary contrasting Ukrainian and Russian perspectives on Victory Day. RBC-Ukraine shares an interview with historian Roman Kabachii about the perception of WWII in Ukraine. Tsapliienko_Ukraine FIGHTS shares a video of President Zelenskyy's address for the Day of Remembrance and Reconciliation, calling the Moscow parade a "parade of lies and fear". ‼️47 Separate Mechanized Brigade "Magura" shares a message for the Day of Memory and Reconciliation, emphasizing the lessons from WWII. Coordination Staff for the Treatment of Prisoners of War shares a message for the Day of Memory and Victory, emphasizing global unity against Russia. Zaporizhzhia Oblast Military Administration shares a video commemorating the Day of Memory and Victory over Nazism. Voin DV shares a lengthy post disputing Western and Ukrainian historical narratives about WWII, defending the Soviet role. Andrey Mikheev 🇷🇺 Res Ipsa Loquitur expresses frustration with countries "heroizing their meager achievements" in WWII while downplaying the Soviet role. Egor criticizes the draping of the Mausoleum and the "ignorance" of Stalin in Russia. TASS reports that Putin stated the Chinese military contingent in the May 9th parade in Moscow will be the largest foreign one. TASS reports that Putin stated he would be glad to visit China for the anniversary of victory over militarist Japan. TASS reports that Putin stated Russia-China relations are equal, mutually beneficial, and non-opportunistic. TASS reports that Xi Jinping stated China is ready to defend the truth about the history of WWII with Russia. Kotsnews shares a summary of international media, including a Slovak article about Prime Minister Fico's decision to attend Victory Day in Moscow. The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine provides historical overviews of Ukraine's role in WWII. Mash na Donbasse shares historical documents and photos related to alleged Nazi atrocities against Soviet prisoners of war in the Donetsk region. TASS shares a video on photojournalists of the Great Patriotic War.
US Politics: The US Deputy Secretary of the Treasury called Putin a war criminal. Tsapliienko_Ukraine FIGHTS reports that US Deputy Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent called Putin a war criminal but also stated the necessity of negotiating with both sides. RBC-Ukraine shares a video where Mykhailo Podolyak comments on Donald Trump's statement about Russia's desire to occupy all of Ukraine, stating it is aimed solely at the US domestic audience. Kotsnews shares a summary of international media, including a British article quoting Joe Biden criticizing Trump's stance on Russia and Ukraine as "appeasement."
Ukraine-US Relations: The Verkhovna Rada will vote today on ratifying a "minerals agreement" with the US. RBC-Ukraine reports that Ukraine held online negotiations with US and European partners regarding a 30-day ceasefire, with US Special Representatives participating.
International Relations: The President of Ethiopia arrived in Moscow. Venezuela does not refuse plans to join BRICS. TASS and ASTRA report that Chinese journalists are gathering in the Kremlin before negotiations between Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping. TASS reports that the President of South Ossetia has arrived in Moscow for Victory Day celebrations. TASS, Moscow News, ASTRA, Tsapliienko_Ukraine FIGHTS, and Operatyvnyy ZSU report on the start of negotiations between Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping in the Kremlin. TASS reports that Putin stated the Chinese military contingent in the May 9th parade in Moscow will be the largest foreign one. TASS reports that Putin stated he would be glad to visit China for the anniversary of victory over militarist Japan. TASS reports that Putin stated Russia-China relations are equal, mutually beneficial, and non-opportunistic. TASS reports that Xi Jinping stated China is ready to defend the truth about the history of WWII with Russia. Kotsnews shares a summary of international media, including a Slovak article about Prime Minister Fico's decision to attend Victory Day in Moscow.
India-Pakistan Conflict: Reported large-scale aerial battle. Explosions near Amritsar airport.
Germany: Shef Hayabusa🫡🇺🇦 reports Germany has provided a new military aid package to Ukraine. RBC-Ukraine reports that Ukraine held online negotiations with European partners, including a diplomatic advisor to the German Chancellor, regarding a 30-day ceasefire.
Internal Ukrainian Politics: Bail of 18 million hryvnias posted for former Deputy Head of the Presidential Office Smirnov. Ukraine is considering abandoning the dollar and tying its currency more closely to the euro. Operatyvnyy ZSU also reports on Ukraine considering transitioning from the dollar to the euro. RBC-Ukraine reports on a traffic accident in Kyiv near Lukyanivska metro station causing disruption to trolleybus routes.
Russian Claimed Ceasefire: Russia announced a limited three-day ceasefire. Multiple sources indicate this ceasefire is largely disregarded in areas of intense fighting, particularly in the Tetkino area and on various fronts in Ukraine. RBC-Ukraine reports that Ukraine held online negotiations with partners regarding a 30-day ceasefire, separate from the Russian announcement. Dnevnik Desantnika🇷🇺 comments on Kyiv not officially stating a ceasefire but giving instructions to cease fire, and the enemy not observing it. ASTRA reports that Russia violated the announced ceasefire by striking Sumy Oblast on the morning of May 8th. RBC-Ukraine reports that the spokesperson for OSUV "Khortytsia" confirmed continued active engagements on several fronts despite the ceasefire announcement. Tsapliienko_Ukraine FIGHTS reports Russia launched a drone attack with 31 strike UAVs and simulator drones hours before the declared ceasefire. Kotsnews reports that while Ukraine unofficially supported a ceasefire for body retrieval on some fronts, they continued attacks in Sumy Oblast and on Tyotkino. Voenkor Kotenok explicitly states that despite the official ceasefire, the Ukrainian Armed Forces are attempting to increase pressure in the Tetkino area. Dnevnik Desantnika🇷🇺 reports that the enemy is not observing the ceasefire on the Zaporizhzhia direction and is actively using FPV drones, Baba Yaga drones, and barrel artillery.
Ukraine-EU Relations: RBC-Ukraine reports that Ukraine held online negotiations with EU partners regarding a 30-day ceasefire.
Ukraine-Nordic/Baltic Countries Relations: RBC-Ukraine reports that Ukraine held online negotiations with partners from Northern Europe and the Baltic States regarding a 30-day ceasefire.
Ukraine-France Relations: RBC-Ukraine reports that Ukraine held online negotiations with a diplomatic advisor to the President of France regarding a 30-day ceasefire.
Ukraine-UK Relations: RBC-Ukraine reports that Ukraine held online negotiations with a advisor to the Prime Minister of Britain regarding a 30-day ceasefire.
Russian-Chinese Relations: TASS, Moscow News, ASTRA, Tsapliienko_Ukraine FIGHTS, and Operatyvnyy ZSU report on the start of negotiations between Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping in the Kremlin. TASS reports on statements by Putin and Xi Jinping regarding their bilateral relations and the history of WWII.
US Political Discourse on Ukraine: RBC-Ukraine shares a video where Mykhailo Podolyak comments on Donald Trump's statement about Russia's desire to occupy all of Ukraine. Kotsnews shares a summary of international media, including a British article quoting Joe Biden criticizing Trump's stance on Russia and Ukraine as "appeasement."
Development of Drone Interceptors by Latvia: Two Majors discuss the development and potential supply of autonomous drone interceptors by Latvia, including the Blaze system, to NATO countries and Ukraine.

Internal Russian Issues (Updated):

Internal Security Concerns: Potential disconnection of mobile internet and cellular service in Moscow on May 9th for security reasons. TASS reports on security measures related to the arrival of foreign dignitaries in Moscow for Victory Day celebrations. Moscow News and ASTRA report significant flight delays at Moscow airports this morning, attributed to a massive UAV attack on the Moscow region yesterday.
Impact of Ukrainian Attacks: WarGonzo claims widespread airline delays and cancellations due to drone attacks. Temporary airport closure in Novokuznetsk. Possible fire at the KamAZ plant in Naberezhnye Chelny. Sever.Realii reports restrictions were lifted at airports in Nizhny Novgorod, Ivanovo, and Yaroslavl. Moscow News and ASTRA report significant flight delays at Moscow airports this morning, attributed to a massive UAV attack on the Moscow region yesterday.
Youth Engagement: Increased membership in "Yunarmia."
Casualties: Colonelcassad reports that 134 CPRF members have died in the "SMO." ASTRA reports the death of a military medical commission head in Sevastopol due to an accidental self-inflicted gunshot wound. DeepState reports almost 1500 enemy soldiers killed and wounded in the forest area north of Lyptsi. OTU "Kharkiv"🇺🇦 shared a graphic from the Ukrainian General Staff detailing estimated Russian losses. Two Majors reports significant claimed Ukrainian casualties ("all 200") during the early morning "nakat" on Tetkino and among those who entered Chapaeva Street yesterday. Tsapliienko_Ukraine FIGHTS reports a local resident was killed in Sumy district due to night shelling, and three women were injured near Velyki Prokhody in Kharkiv district. Sily oborony Pivdnya Ukrainy report 6 people injured in Kherson Oblast and 5 injured in Zaporizhzhia Oblast from Russian attacks. STERNENKO reports that a Russian soldier who went on a morning assault was killed. Tsapliienko_Ukraine FIGHTS and Butusov Plus report nearly 1500 Russian soldiers killed and wounded in the operation to liberate the forest area north of Lyptsi. Anatoliy Shtefan "Shtirlits" reports the successful "demobilization" (killed) of six Russian officers, including a battalion commander. Operational ZSU reports that one civilian was killed and two were injured overnight in Sumy Oblast due to enemy shelling and KAB strikes. ASTRA reports that Russia violated the announced ceasefire by striking Sumy Oblast with aviation strikes in the morning, resulting in one death. Operational ZSU reports that enemy struck a civilian car with a drone near Velyki Prokhody in Kharkiv Oblast, injuring three women. STERNENKO reports that Russians struck a civilian car with an FPV drone in Kharkiv Oblast this morning, injuring three women. Sily oborony Pivdnya Ukrainy report 143 occupiers killed on the southern direction yesterday. Kotsnews reports Ukrainian losses in personnel and equipment during attempts to advance on Tyotkino despite the ceasefire.
Former Deputy Minister Hospitalized: TASS reports that former Deputy Minister of Defense Popov has been hospitalized from the Lefortovo pre-trial detention center.
Political Developments: Sever.Realii reports on a potential political conflict in Vologda Oblast between the new governor and the owner of "Severstal".
Discussion on Anti-Aircraft Systems: Rybar discusses the absence of ZSU-23-4 "Shilka" anti-aircraft systems in Russia for countering drones, despite their potential effectiveness.

Support and Rehabilitation (Updated)

Humanitarian Situation: Civilian injuries and damage to residential and commercial infrastructure in Dnipropetrovsk, Kherson, and Donetsk Oblasts due to Russian strikes. Potential for further casualties under rubble in Kostiantynivka. A man injured by an explosive device in Kharkiv Oblast. Damage to civilian infrastructure in Izium and Kupiansk districts of Kharkiv Oblast. STERNENKO reports a woman killed and two injured in Sumy Oblast due to Russian air strikes this morning. RBC-Ukraine reports on a woman rescued from under rubble in Bilopilska community, Sumy Oblast. Tsapliienko_Ukraine FIGHTS reports enemy air strikes on residential areas in Bilopilska community this morning, with a woman rescued from rubble, and a local resident being killed in Sumy district due to night shelling. Operational ZSU reports that in the Mykolaiv community of Sumy district, the enemy dropped a KAB on a house around 3:00 AM on May 8th, killing a 55-year-old woman and injuring her 24-year-old son, and at 3:30 AM, the enemy dropped an aerial bomb on civilian infrastructure in the Vorozhbyanska community, injuring a woman. ASTRA reports that Russia violated the announced ceasefire by striking Sumy Oblast with aviation strikes in the morning, resulting in one death. Sily oborony Pivdnya Ukrainy report 6 people injured in Kherson Oblast and 5 injured in Zaporizhzhia Oblast from Russian attacks. Zaporizhzhia Oblast Military Administration shared a video commemorating the Day of Memory and Victory over Nazism, placing flowers at a memorial in Zaporizhzhia Oblast. Operatyvnyy ZSU shares a video of a woman from Pokrovsk refusing evacuation due to language concerns, highlighting a challenge in humanitarian efforts. Operational ZSU reports that one civilian was killed and two were injured overnight in Sumy Oblast due to enemy shelling and KAB strikes. Operational ZSU reports that enemy struck a civilian car with a drone near Velyki Prokhody in Kharkiv Oblast, injuring three women. STERNENKO reports that Russians struck a civilian car with an FPV drone in Kharkiv Oblast this morning, injuring three women.
Infrastructure Restoration: Power restored in Poltava Oblast after shelling. RBC-Ukraine reports on a traffic accident in Kyiv near Lukyanivska metro station causing disruption to trolleybus routes.
Veteran Support: Completion of payments to WWII veterans by May 9th.
Military Aid to Ukraine: Germany has provided a new military aid package to Ukraine. Shef Hayabusa🫡🇺🇦 is conducting a fundraising campaign for necessary equipment for various brigades, reporting procurement of over 400 FPV drones in the last day. Two Majors discuss the potential supply of autonomous drone interceptors by Latvia to Ukraine.
Ukrainian Military Culture and Commemoration: The "Cultural Forces" platform has presented a music album dedicated to Infantry Day. The "Alley of Defenders of Ukraine" has been opened in Kyiv on Infantry Day. Commemoration of fallen defenders, including one from Kyiv. Daily moment of silence observed for those killed in the war. Zaporizhzhia Oblast Military Administration shared a video commemorating the Day of Memory and Victory over Nazism, observing a moment of silence and placing flowers at a memorial. KMVA (Kyiv City Military Administration) and OTU "Kharkiv"🇺🇦 shared video messages commemorating the Day of Memory and Victory over Nazism in World War II. OTU "Kharkiv"🇺🇦 shared a graphic and text from the Ukrainian General Staff on the Day of Memory and Victory over Nazism. Serhiy Lysak / Dnipropetrovsk RMA shared photos and text commemorating the Day of Memory and Victory over Nazism, placing flowers at a memorial. Operatyvnyy ZSU shared a photo and text from the 13th Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine "Khartia" reporting the liberation of a forest area north of Lyptsi on the Day of Memory and Victory over Nazism. DeepState✙🇺🇦 shares commentary on May 8th, contrasting Ukrainian and Russian perspectives on Victory Day. ‼️47 Separate Mechanized Brigade "Magura" shares a message for the Day of Memory and Reconciliation. Coordination Staff for the Treatment of Prisoners of War shares a message for the Day of Memory and Victory. Zaporizhzhia Oblast Military Administration shares a video commemorating the Day of Memory and Victory over Nazism. The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine shares historical overviews of Ukraine's role in WWII.

Other Information (Updated):

Casualty Reports: Ukrainian General Staff reports estimated Russian losses for the past day as 1200 personnel. Colonelcassad reports that 134 CPRF members have died in the "SMO." ASTRA reports the death of a military medical commission head in Sevastopol due to an accidental self-inflicted gunshot wound. DeepState reports almost 1500 enemy soldiers killed and wounded in the forest area north of Lyptsi. OTU "Kharkiv"🇺🇦 shared a graphic from the Ukrainian General Staff detailing estimated Russian losses. Two Majors reports significant claimed Ukrainian casualties ("all 200") during the early morning "nakat" on Tetkino and among those who entered Chapaeva Street yesterday. Tsapliienko_Ukraine FIGHTS reports a local resident was killed in Sumy district due to night shelling, and three women were injured near Velyki Prokhody in Kharkiv district. Sily oborony Pivdnya Ukrainy report 6 people injured in Kherson Oblast and 5 injured in Zaporizhzhia Oblast from Russian attacks. STERNENKO reports that a Russian soldier who went on a morning assault was killed. Tsapliienko_Ukraine FIGHTS and Butusov Plus report nearly 1500 Russian soldiers killed and wounded in the operation to liberate the forest area north of Lyptsi. Anatoliy Shtefan "Shtirlits" reports the successful "demobilization" (killed) of six Russian officers, including a battalion commander. Operational ZSU reports that one civilian was killed and two were injured overnight in Sumy Oblast due to enemy shelling and KAB strikes. ASTRA reports that Russia violated the announced ceasefire by striking Sumy Oblast with aviation strikes in the morning, resulting in one death. Operational ZSU reports that enemy struck a civilian car with a drone near Velyki Prokhody in Kharkiv Oblast, injuring three women. STERNENKO reports that Russians struck a civilian car with an FPV drone in Kharkiv Oblast this morning, injuring three women. Sily oborony Pivdnya Ukrainy report 143 occupiers killed on the southern direction yesterday. Kotsnews reports Ukrainian losses in personnel and equipment during attempts to advance on Tyotkino despite the ceasefire.
Russian Military Capabilities Showcase: Arkhanhel Spetsnaz shares a video claiming Russian FPV drone crews destroyed enemy transports and a UAV control antenna. WarGonzo shares a front report. Colonelcassad shared a video showcasing the work of ZALA "Lancet" and ZALA Z-16 UAVs. Voin DV shared a historical overview of Russian Far East cities' contribution to WWII. Dnevnik Desantnika🇷🇺 shared a video of a sapper working with an unexploded enemy FPV drone and reports on enemy drone activity on the Krasnoarmeysk direction. Arkhanhel Spetsnaz shared information about a crashed Finnish F/A-18 fighter jet during exercises. «Zona SVO» shared a photo of a soldier with a drone, implying continued reconnaissance activities. Colonelcassad shared a video from Zvezda claiming Russian forces captured Ukrainian soldiers from the 77th Separate Airmobile Brigade near Lypove. Kotsnews shared a video claiming the "Vega" special forces unit conducted a review of enemy equipment on logistical chains on the Pokrovsk direction before the ceasefire. MoD Russia shares a video of servicemen from the "Tsentr" Group of Forces being awarded insignias. Arkhanhel Spetsnaz shares a video claiming the destruction of enemy equipment on the Tetkino direction. Slyvochnyy kapriz shares a video and photo claiming active combat and Russian advances in the Borova area. Voenkor Kotenok claims Russian advances north of Chasiv Yar. Colonelcassad reports on the commissioning of the A-222M "Bereg" coastal self-propelled artillery complex into the coastal forces of the Pacific Fleet, detailing its characteristics and purpose, and shares images and analysis of the system and Russian military storage areas. WarGonzo highlights the popularity of music by a Russian tank driver participating in the "SMO". Rybar discusses the absence of ZSU-23-4 "Shilka" anti-aircraft systems in Russia for countering drones and shares images of a modernized Shilka and a large military storage area. Two Majors discuss the development of autonomous drone interceptors by Latvia and share images of advanced drones.
Ukrainian Military Blogger Reporting: DeepState, Butusov Plus, and STERNENKO continue to provide updates and commentary. Alex Parker Returns and Slyvochnyy kapriz also provide reports. Tsapliienko_Ukraine FIGHTS also provides reports.
Information Operations: Both sides continue extensive information operations, particularly focused on the narrative around Victory Day and the ongoing conflict. Multiple sources are engaged in disseminating narratives related to the ceasefire, its observance, and ongoing combat. Operatyvnyy ZSU shares a video highlighting the information operation related to language in Ukraine. Tsapliienko_Ukraine FIGHTS shares a video of President Zelenskyy's address for the Day of Remembrance and Reconciliation. ‼️47 Separate Mechanized Brigade "Magura" shares a message for the Day of Memory and Reconciliation. Coordination Staff for the Treatment of Prisoners of War shares a message for the Day of Memory and Victory. Zaporizhzhia Oblast Military Administration shares a video commemorating the Day of Memory and Victory over Nazism. Voin DV shares a lengthy post disputing Western and Ukrainian historical narratives about WWII. Andrey Mikheev 🇷🇺 Res Ipsa Loquitur expresses frustration with countries "heroizing their meager achievements" in WWII while downplaying the Soviet role. Egor criticizes the draping of the Mausoleum and the "ignorance" of Stalin in Russia. TASS reports on statements by Putin and Xi Jinping regarding their bilateral relations and the history of WWII. RBC-Ukraine shares a video where Mykhailo Podolyak comments on Donald Trump's statement about Russia's desire to occupy all of Ukraine. Kotsnews shares a summary of international media, including a Slovak article about Prime Minister Fico's decision to attend Victory Day in Moscow, and a British article quoting Joe Biden criticizing Trump's stance on Russia and Ukraine as "appeasement." The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine provides historical overviews of Ukraine's role in WWII. Mash na Donbasse shares historical documents and photos related to alleged Nazi atrocities in the Donetsk region. TASS shares a video on photojournalists of the Great Patriotic War.
Ukrainian Military Units: 25th Separate Airborne Brigade, 13th Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine "Khartia," 92nd Separate Assault Brigade, "SIGNUM" battalion mentioned. Colonelcassad shared a video claiming Russian forces captured Ukrainian soldiers from the 77th Separate Airmobile Brigade near Lypove. Desantno-shturmovi viyska ZS Ukrainy shared photos of an armored vehicle belonging to the 81st Airmobile Slobozhanska Brigade. Tsapliienko_Ukraine FIGHTS and Butusov Plus report on the successful operation by the 13th Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine "Khartia," in cooperation with the 92nd Separate Assault Brigade, to liberate a forest area north of Lyptsi. ‼️47 Separate Mechanized Brigade "Magura" shares a message for the Day of Memory and Reconciliation, with their brigade logo visible. Butusov Plus shares a video from the 1st Separate Tank Siverska Brigade showing them repelling a Russian assault.
Unexploded Ordnance: Dnevnik Desantnika🇷🇺 shared a video of a sapper working with an unexploded enemy FPV drone.
Russian Political Developments: Sever.Realii reports on a potential political conflict in Vologda Oblast between the new governor and the owner of "Severstal".
Former Russian Deputy Minister Hospitalized: TASS reports that former Deputy Minister of Defense Popov has been hospitalized from the Lefortovo pre-trial detention center.
Development of Drone Interceptors by Latvia: Two Majors discuss the development and potential supply of autonomous drone interceptors by Latvia, including the Blaze system, to NATO countries and Ukraine.
Funding for Ukrainian FPV Drones: STERNENKO reports significant public funding for the purchase of FPV drones, with over 400 purchased in the last day.

Disclaimer: This report is based on the provided information and aims to provide a high-level analysis of the operational situation. It is crucial to acknowledge that the information landscape is dynamic and contested, and independent verification of all claims is not always possible in real-time. The analysis is focused on military intelligence and does not include comprehensive political or economic assessments unless directly relevant to military operations. All recommendations and actions based on this information must be filtered through human oversight and comply with international laws and ethical standards.

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