Archived operational intelligence briefing
1.1. Battlefield Geometry and Key Terrain
Kyiv Oblast: RUF continues a massed, multi-domain attack on Kyiv. Multiple ballistic missile launches from Bryansk Oblast (RUF territory) towards Kyiv confirmed, with RUF sources claiming Iskander strikes on Vasylkiv airfield south of Kyiv. Enemy strike UAVs continue to approach Kyiv from the north and south. KVMVA reports multiple fires across Kyiv locations following the strikes. Multiple sources confirm cruise missiles (Kh-101/555 likely) approached Kyiv Oblast from the north, previously observed north of Pryluky and south of Nizhyn, with a course towards Brovary. Klichko and ASTRA/RBK-Ukraina now report 26 casualties in Kyiv as of 0937Z, a significant increase from previous reports. KVMVA and RBK-Ukraina confirm a renewed air raid alert in Kyiv at 0204Z due to threat of RUF strike UAVs. UAF Air Force confirms "Attention! Kyiv!" at 0217Z, indicating ongoing threat. OPERATYVNYI ZSU posts video of emergency services responding to fires in Kyiv Oblast, confirming damage. RBK-Ukraina reports damaged railway infrastructure in Kyiv due to Russian shelling, confirmed by UZ (Ukrainian Railways). Liveuamap Source reports a drone hit a residential house in Hatne, Kyiv region. Partial traffic disruption confirmed. Severe structural damage to residential buildings, including a multi-story building engulfed in fire, confirmed by multiple sources. RBK-Ukraina reports 5 ambulances damaged in Kyiv due to the night attack, with no medical personnel casualties. The air raid alert for Kyiv was lifted at 0543Z. Threat of collapse in a damaged five-story building in Solomyanskyi district, Kyiv, reported. KVMVA states 550 air attack assets were launched by Russia against Ukraine, with almost all targeting Kyiv. RBK-Ukraina reports KVMVA statement re: "one of the largest combined attacks." OPERATYVNYI ZSU reports over 20 damaged locations and over 20 casualties in Kyiv. RBK-Ukraina publishes photos of significant damage from night attacks in Kyiv. RBK-Ukraina reports damaged Nova Poshta branches in Kyiv. Damaged book publishing warehouse "Nash Format" in Kyiv confirmed. Polish consulate in Kyiv was damaged during massed strike. RUF MoD claims a massed strike by RF Aerospace Forces on military infrastructure in Kyiv, an airfield, and an oil refinery. A fire-rescue unit in Kyiv was damaged. RBK-Ukraina reports damaged DTEK equipment and destroyed two transformer substations in Kyiv during the attack. Basurin o Glavnom posts video claiming "Kyiv underground" destroyed a UAF vehicle "in broad daylight," showing a burning vehicle. KVMVA reports a fatality found in Sviatoshynskyi district during cleanup. RBK-Ukraina also reports a first fatality in Kyiv. Operatyvnyi ZSU reports a first fatality in Kyiv. Tsaplienko also reports at least one fatality in Kyiv. RBK-Ukraina reports circular electric train traffic has been restored in Kyiv. ASTRA reports a civilian fatality in Kyiv. KVMVA posts video confirming damage to a fire-rescue unit, windows blown out, facade damaged, but no personnel casualties. OPERATYVNYI ZSU posts photo message indicating several "Gerbera" (likely Shahed) drones shot down over Kyiv had cameras, CRPA antennas, and radio modems. ЦАПЛІЄНКО_UKRAINE FIGHTS reiterates this information, claiming these were shot down overnight. Alex Parker Returns (RUF source) claims new reconnaissance drones with 360-degree cameras and jam-protected data transmission were shot down over Kyiv, and that UAF believes RUF has repeaters near Kyiv to extend range to Bryansk Oblast. Oleksii Biloshytskyi posts video highlighting night attacks on Kyiv. OPERATYVNYI ZSU posts video of a damaged Shahed drone floating in the Dnipro River in Kyiv. Анатолій Штефан "Штірліц" posts video of a downed Shahed drone floating in the Dnipro River near Kyiv. KVMVA posts new photo messages of damaged buildings and vehicles in Kyiv, underscoring the "terrorist act" by Russia. РБК-Україна posts police footage from night in Kyiv showing "All in shelter! Lie down!" commands and emergency response. ЦАПЛІЄНКО_UKRAINE FIGHTS posts video claiming to show the moment a drone hit a residential building in Kyiv. АРХАНГЕЛ СПЕЦНАЗА posts photo message "Удар по Киеву – город в дыму," confirming visual effects of the strike. Alex Parker Returns video showing explosion with mushroom cloud and agricultural sprayer vehicle, captioned "У хохлов это обычный четверг." This appears to be a RUF BDA video for a target in Ukraine, but the location is not specified beyond "Ukraine" (У хохлов). The presence of the agricultural sprayer suggests a civilian or dual-use target. This video does not contradict prior Kyiv reporting but represents a separate, likely significant, impact. RBK-Ukraina video featuring Zelenskiy confirms dozens of Shaheds were shot down by interceptor drones during the night attack. SBU detained a spotter who was guiding missiles and drones to Kyiv. Colonelcassad video shows a damaged fixed-wing drone, resembling a "Gerbera," floating in the Dnipro River in Kyiv, which RUF claims is a decoy. РБК-Україна reports RUF launched "Shaheds" from multiple directions. Kyiv air raid alert. RUF UAV threat to Kyiv/Chernihiv. 1x Shahed flying towards/through Boryspil/Kyiv. UAF AD operating in Kyiv Oblast. Explosions in Kyiv. KVMVA warns residents not to leave shelters. RBK-Ukraina reports large number of attack drones in air raid regions. Operatyvnyi ZSU reports large number of attack drones in air raid regions. UAF Air Force reports attention for Kyiv. Colonelcassad reports first arrivals of "Geraniums" as evening raid begins, and enemy expects 200-300 "Geraniums" overnight. UAF Air Force reports updated information on RUF strike UAV movement. UAF Air Force reports the primary vector for RUF UAVs is again towards Kyiv Oblast and the capital. RBK-Ukraina and Operatyvnyi ZSU corroborate this. RBK-Ukraina reports AD working in Kyiv. KVMVA reports UAV threat remains. Nikolaevskiy Vanek provides a general update on "mopeds" (UAVs). ЦАПЛІЄНКО_UKRAINE FIGHTS reports that the primary vector for RUF strike UAVs is again towards Kyiv Oblast and the capital. UAF Air Force reports updated information regarding enemy strike UAV movement. RBK-Ukraina also provides an update on RUF drone movement, including a tactical analysis of a provided image indicating drone paths. UAF Air Force reports current primary groups of drones are in Vinnytsia, Zhytomyr, Kyiv, and Cherkasy Oblasts. UAF Air Force reports Starokostiantyniv under threat from strike UAVs. Операция Z (Русской Весны) claims "Ресурс зенитных установок типа "Гепард" и других в Киieve практически исчерпан, - депутат Рады". Nikolaevskiy Vanek reports general update on "mopeds." КМВА reports Kyiv air raid alarm ended. RBK-Ukraina also reports Kyiv air raid alarm ended. New Update: UAF Air Force reports new RUF strike UAV threat on Kyiv Oblast. RBK-Ukraina corroborates new RUF drone threat to Kyiv Oblast. Nikolaevskiy Vanek reports general update on "mopeds." Further Update: KVMVA (Kyiv City Military Administration) reports Kyiv under air raid alert. RBK-Ukraina confirms air raid alert in Kyiv. Nikolaevskiy Vanek reports 1x Shahed (moped) flying towards/through Boryspil/Brovary area. ЦАПЛІЄНКО_UKRAINE FIGHTS confirms air raid alert due to UAV threat. New message: Nikolaevskiy Vanek reports 1x Shahed has flown through Brovary towards Kyiv. RBK-Ukraina reports updated information regarding Russian strike UAV movement. UAF Air Force reports UAV threat in Kyiv Oblast. New message: UAF Air Force reports updated information regarding enemy strike UAV movement (03:01:39Z). New message: UAF Air Force reports a UAV on Kyiv Oblast, moving west towards Ivankiv. New message: UAF Air Force reports UAV in Kyiv Oblast, course on Borodianka. New message: Анатолій Штефан "Штірліц" posts two video messages depicting buildings engulfed in flames at night, with emergency services present, indicating significant damage. New message: РБК-Україна reports that Kyiv Oblast was affected by night drone attacks, with a photo message showing emergency services. This confirms ongoing damage assessment and response. New message: ТАСС reports that the Russian MoD says two UAVs flying towards Moscow have been destroyed by PVO forces, citing Moscow Mayor Sobyanin. This indicates continued UAF deep strike attempts and RUF AD response. New message: ASTRA confirms Mayor Sobyanin's report on two UAVs flying towards Moscow being repelled. New message: Повітряні Сили ЗС України / Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports 292 enemy UAVs were neutralized. This is a UAF claim of successful AD operations. New message: РБК-Україна reports Russia launched 322 drones against Ukraine last night. This confirms a high volume of RUF aerial attacks. New message: Оперативний ЗСУ reports 292/322 enemy UAVs were neutralized. This corroborates the UAF Air Force claim and provides a ratio of neutralization. New message: ТАСС reports aviation restrictions in some sectors of Moscow airspace. New message: Оперативний ЗСУ reports damage in Boryspil district, Kyiv Oblast: 7 private houses, 1 car, 1 educational institution, 1 cultural center, and 3 shops were damaged. New message: РБК-Україна reports that emergency rescue operations have resumed in Kyiv at the sites of yesterday's hits. This indicates continued efforts to mitigate the damage from previous attacks. New message: РБК-Україна reports increased casualties in Kyiv (from 4 July attack). New message: Оперативний ЗСУ reports a car accident involving a truck on the Kyiv-Odesa highway (M-05) at 89km, near Bila Tserkva. New message: TASS reports that PVO repelled a UAV attack flying towards Moscow, citing Mayor Sobyanin. New message: ASTRA corroborates that PVO forces shot down a drone flying towards Moscow, citing Sobyanin. New message: RBK-Ukraina video shows a sniper successfully shooting down a Shahed over Kyiv using thermal/night vision footage. New message: Zelenskiy / Official and KVMVA videos showcase Ukrainian long-range drone strikes on Russian military and industrial facilities, including airfields, manufacturing plants, and oil refineries across Bryansk, Tatarstan, Chuvashia, Voronezh, Tambov, and Saratov, noting a significant reduction in Russian artillery shell usage after strikes on their arsenals. This suggests a shift in focus for UAF deep strikes to reduce enemy logistics. New message: Oleg Syniehubov (Head of Kharkiv RMA) also shares the same Zelenskiy video message, indicating coordinated messaging. New message: КМВА (Київська міська військова адміністрація) reports Kyiv under air raid alert. New message: 🇺🇦 Запорізька обласна військова адміністрація 🇺🇦 reports Uvaga! (Attention!) alert. New message: Повітряні Сили ЗС України / Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports missile danger across all of Ukraine due to MiG-31K takeoff. New message: РБК-Україна reports air raid alert across all of Ukraine due to MiG-31K takeoff. New message: Оперативний ЗСУ reports MiG-31K takeoff, alert across all of Ukraine. New message: Повітряні Сили ЗС України / Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports high-speed target in Chernihiv Oblast, course towards Kyiv Oblast. New message: КМВА (Київська міська військова адміністрація) reports MiG-31K takeoff, carrier of "Kinzhal" aeroballistic missile. New message: Николаевский Ванёк reports "Kinzhal" vector Chernihiv/Zhytomyr/Starkon! New message: РБК-Україна reports high-speed target in Chernihiv Oblast, course towards Kyiv Oblast. New message: Оперативний ЗСУ reports high-speed target in Chernihiv Oblast, course towards Kyiv Oblast. New message: STERNENKO reports MiG-31 takeoff, alert across all of Ukraine. New message: Повітряні Сили ЗС України / Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports missile continues movement towards Zhytomyr Oblast! New message: STERNENKO reports "Kinzhal" heading west. New message: РБК-Україна photo message reports "Kinzhal" course towards Zhytomyr Oblast. New message: РБК-Україна photo message of UAF Air Force message on "Kinzhal" towards Zhytomyr Oblast. New message: Повітряні Сили ЗС України / Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports missile course towards Starokostiantyniv! New message: Оперативний ЗСУ reports course towards Starokostiantyniv! New message: ЦАПЛІЄНКО_UKRAINE FIGHTS reports missile course towards Starokostiantyniv - UAF Air Force. New message: Николаевский Ванёк reports "Kinzhal" approaching Starkon. New message: Повітряні Сили ЗС України / Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports missile in Chernihiv Oblast - southwest course. New message: Оперативний ЗСУ reports missile in Chernihiv Oblast, southwest course. New message: Николаевский Ванёк reports another "Kinzhal" vector Nizhyn/Zhytomyr/Starkon! New message: РБК-Україна reports repeated "Kinzhal" launch. Missile in Chernihiv Oblast - southwest course. New message: Повітряні Сили ЗС України / Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports missile in Zhytomyr Oblast, course towards Starokostiantyniv. New message: Николаевский Ванёк reports "Kinzhal" approaching Starkon field. New message: Николаевский Ванёк reports another "minus" (interception). New message: РБК-Україна reports this missile also on course towards Starokostiantyniv. New message: Военкор Котенок reports third explosion in an hour at Starokostiantyniv airfield in Khmelnytskyi Oblast. New message: WarGonzo reports RUF Aerospace Forces struck Starokostiantyniv airfield with 2 Kinzhals. New message: ЦАПЛІЄНКО_UKRAINE FIGHTS reports Loud explosive sounds in Kyiv, Chernihiv, and Zhytomyr Oblasts are from the flight of a Kinzhal missile. New message: Повітряні Сили ЗС України / Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports Відбій загрози по МіГ-31К. This indicates the MiG-31K threat for Kyiv has ended. New message: РБК-Україна reports UPD. Відбій загрози по МіГ-31К. This confirms the end of the MiG-31K threat for Kyiv. New message: Оперативний ЗСУ reports Пішли відбої. New message: Повітряні Сили ЗС України / Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports Відбій загрози застосування балістичного озброєння. This indicates the immediate ballistic missile threat to southern Ukraine has ended. New message: ТАСС reports Telegram users complaining of outages, mainly in Moscow. New message: Шеф Hayabusa🫡🇺🇦 posts photos showing Trump's "favorite newspaper" calling for renewed military aid to Ukraine. New message: Оперативний ЗСУ reports SBU and National Police detained a RUF agent who detonated a car in Odesa today, with video and photos of the agent and scene. New message: РБК-Україна reports Zelenskiy and Trump's call was "best so far," with Trump willing to help with Patriots. New message: STERNENKO posts video and photos of the detained agent and the damaged car in Odesa, confirming the explosion was an SBU/National Police operation against a RUF agent. New message: Alex Parker Returns posts a video showing a damaged UGV, described as "wounded Ukrop (Ukrainian) trying to evacuate with an unmanned robotic platform," then claimed "hungry dogs" found it and "good Russian people helped the starving animals," implying destruction of the UGV and an injured UAF soldier. New message: Повітряні Сили ЗС України / Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports UAV threat in Sumy Oblast. New message: MoD Russia posts an FPV drone video claiming "Combat work of the 'WEST' group" and "Combat work of FPV drone crews of the 'RUBICON' center," showing a strike on a 155mm self-propelled artillery piece. New message: РБК-Україна reports Zelenskiy announced new agreements regarding gas for Ukraine. New message: Оперативний ЗСУ reports on Zelenskiy's evening address, focusing on new gas agreements. New message: Colonelcassad reports mass internet outages for some operators and services, with photos of app logos. New message: Alex Parker Returns posts photos titled "The puzzle has come together," which appears to be a social media screenshot. New message: БУТУСОВ ПЛЮС video shows a cemetery with many fresh graves, Russian flags, and references to "VDV" and 2024, implying significant RUF losses. New message: Дневник Десантника🇷🇺 posts photos of Russian raids to identify individuals involved in "neo-Nazi underground" used by Ukrainian special services for sabotage in Russia. New message: ТАСС reports Pushkov believes Rutte's comments on China and Russia are the "main political stupidity of the year." New message: 🇺🇦 Запорізька обласна військова адміністрація 🇺🇦 and КМВА (Київська міська військова адміністрація) share a video summarizing weekly achievements and cooperation with Ukraine's friends, highlighting resilience and foreign support. New message: РБК-Україна posts photos reporting Rutte predicts a new war where China incites Putin against NATO. New message: РБК-Україна posts photos reporting a teenager was electrocuted to death at a train station in Nizhyn, with a 19-year-old girl in intensive care. New message: Два майора posts a video titled "The most ordinary 'train' at the airfield," showing several individuals moving missile-like ordnance on wheeled platforms on a tarmac, implying logistical activity. New message: Игорь Артамонов reports the red level "UAV attack threat" has been lifted for Yelets and Yelets district. New message: ASTRA reports RUF MoD claims 48 UAVs destroyed over Russian regions from 13:50 to 19:00 MSK. New message: ТАСС reports RUF MoD claims 48 Ukrainian UAVs shot down over Russian regions in five hours. New message: Два майора posts a video titled "In Azerbaijan, they remembered the so-called Ukraine," likely related to Azerbaijani-Ukrainian relations. New message: Colonelcassad reports traffic has been restored on the Crimean Bridge. New message: Операция Z reports RUF again attempting to attack Moscow and other regions, citing "Voenkor Russkaya Vesna." New message: STERNENKO reports Zelenskiy: "The conversation with Trump was probably the best ever." New message: Два майора posts video showing an individual resembling Donald Trump on a subway train. This is civilian content with potential propaganda value. New message: Дневник Десантника🇷🇺 posts photo message captioned "Kharkiv direction." This indicates continued RUF focus on this axis. New message: РБК-Україна posts photo message of Zelenskiy reacting to Texas floods and expressing condolences. This is civilian and diplomatic content. New message: Colonelcassad posts video showcasing the 'GIDS Shahpar-III' UAV, highlighting its capabilities, payload, and range. This indicates a new, advanced drone in the Pakistani Air Force, relevant for understanding global drone development, but not directly for current battlefield geometry in Ukraine. New message: РБК-Україна posts video showcasing a new Ukrainian firefighting robot, 'Zmiy,' demonstrating its capabilities. This is UAF resilience and technological advancement, but not direct battlefield geometry. New message: ASTRA reports over 120 flights canceled and dozens delayed at Sheremetyevo airport. This is a significant disruption to Russian civilian air travel. New message: ТАСС posts photo message about Rutte's statement to NYT that reduction of US military presence in Europe is not discussed. This is diplomatic/geopolitical, indicating continued NATO posture. New message: РБК-Україна reports "Kinzhal" attack on Starokostiantyniv was without consequences. This is a critical UAF BDA, suggesting successful AD or no impact. New message: ЦАПЛІЄНКО_UKRAINE FIGHTS posts photo message confirming SBU and National Police detained a RUF agent who detonated a car in Odesa today. This is a successful UAF counter-sabotage operation. New message: Повітряні Сили ЗС України / Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports KABs on Kharkiv Oblast! This confirms continued RUF use of glide bombs. New message: Alex Parker Returns posts photo message "It could happen to anyone." This is vague and likely propaganda, no direct military relevance. New message: STERNENKO posts video of "Evil Beavers" (Zlyuky Bobry) unit destroying two targets on the Kurakhove direction. This confirms successful UAF FPV drone strikes. New message: Оперативний ЗСУ posts photo message summarizing "killing results" of UAV units of the 214th Separate Assault Battalion "OPFOR" for the first half of 2025. This highlights UAF drone effectiveness and attrition inflicted on RUF. New message: Новости Москвы posts photo message about "historical moment" of BMWs with working turn signals. This is civilian and satirical, no military relevance. New message: Colonelcassad posts video claiming 3 FAB-500s destroyed a span of a bridge over the Vovcha River near Iskra. This is a confirmed RUF strike on key infrastructure. New message: РБК-Україна posts video titled "Attack of unknown drones caused collapse in Russian airports." This corroborates airport disruptions due to UAF deep strikes. New message: Повітряні Сили ЗС України / Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports group of strike UAVs in Donetsk Oblast heading towards Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. This is a new, ongoing UAV threat. New message: Два майора posts photo message that Poland will increase 155mm ammunition production 9-fold. This is a significant development for UAF and NATO artillery supply. New message: Воин DV posts video claiming 38th Guards Motorized Rifle Brigade, 35th Army, is destroying enemy positions in the Huliaipole direction. This indicates active RUF offensive operations. New message: Операция Z reports "Voenkor Russkaya Vesna" claiming Russia could challenge NATO in 5-7 years, citing Alliance Secretary General. This is RUF propaganda intended to project future strength and influence. Confidence: HIGH.
Chernihiv Oblast: Enemy strike UAVs are currently observed in northern Chernihiv Oblast, moving south. Cruise missiles detected north of Pryluky and south of Nizhyn (Chernihiv Oblast) moving towards Kyiv Oblast. General Staff of Armed Forces of Ukraine reports Russian aviation conducted airstrikes at Mykhalchyna Sloboda of Chernihiv region. General Staff of UAF posts video of Ukrainian warriors destroying a RUF flag erected on the border with Chernihiv Oblast. UAF Air Force reports RUF UAV on Chernihiv Oblast, engaged. ЦАПЛІЄНКО_UKRAINE FIGHTS posts video showing UAF destroying a RUF flag on the border. UAF Air Force reports RUF strike UAV threat on Chernihiv Oblast. RUF UAV threat to Kyiv/Chernihiv. UAF Air Force reports renewed information on RUF strike UAV movement, specifically towards Western Oblasts of Ukraine, with new Shaheds entering from the North. UAF Air Force reports current primary groups of drones are in Vinnytsia, Zhytomyr, Kyiv, and Cherkasy Oblasts. New message: RBK-Ukraina reports RUF struck Chernihiv Oblast with an FPV drone, with accompanying photos of damage to a residential building and vehicles. New message: Colonelcassad reports "Отряд "Анвар" работает в приграничье Сумской и Черниговской областях," with a video depicting drone footage of strikes on military targets in wooded areas, including marked Ukrainian Observation Posts. New message: Повітряні Сили ЗС України / Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports high-speed target in Chernihiv Oblast, course towards Kyiv Oblast. New message: Оперативний ЗСУ reports high-speed target in Chernihiv Oblast, course towards Kyiv Oblast. New message: РБК-Україна reports high-speed target in Chernihiv Oblast, course towards Kyiv Oblast. New message: Повітряні Сили ЗС України / Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports missile in Chernihiv Oblast - southwest course. New message: Оперативний ЗСУ reports missile in Chernihiv Oblast, southwest course. New message: РБК-Україна reports repeated "Kinzhal" launch. Missile in Chernihiv Oblast - southwest course. New message: ЦАПЛІЄНКО_UKRAINE FIGHTS reports Loud explosive sounds in Kyiv, Chernihiv, and Zhytomyr Oblasts are from the flight of a Kinzhal missile. New message: Повітряні Сили ЗС України / Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports Відбій загрози по МіГ-31К. New message: РБК-Україна reports UPD. Відбій загрози по МіГ-31К. New message: Оперативний ЗСУ reports Пішли відбої. New message: Поддубный |Z|О|V| edition posts video with caption "Рабочие будни отряда СпН "Анвар" продолжаются в Черниговском и Сумской приграничье. Здесь малые отряды боевиков, с надеждой не быть замеченными, окапываются в лесах и лесополках. Опытный глаз воздушной разведки, которой в приграничье изучен уже каждый метр, быстро находит логова противника. Где надо накрывают ствольной и реактивной артиллерией, наносят и удары точечно. Ударные БПЛА в умелых руках операторов гоняют по лесным зарослям почти как болиды. Огневое воздействие на боевиков идёт серьёзное. Никакими успехами ВСУ здесь похвалиться не могут." The video shows aerial reconnaissance and targeted strikes, including thermal imaging of MLRS and mortar fire, and strike UAVs engaging dugouts. Confidence: HIGH.
Dnipropetrovsk Oblast (Dnipro): Enemy strike UAVs are currently observed in eastern and southern Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, moving west. Zaporizhzhia Oblast Military Administration has issued an alert (Uvaha!), likely related to air threat from these UAVs, and has since issued an "all clear" (0352Z). Zaporizhzhia Oblast Military Administration reports RUF conducted 377 strikes on 11 settlements in the oblast over the past day. Serhiy Lysak / Dnipropetrovsk RMA reports 14 enemy UAVs were shot down over the oblast during the night and morning. UAF Air Force reports a threat of RUF strike UAVs in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast at 0618Z. General Staff of Armed Forces of Ukraine reports Russian aviation conducted airstrikes at Filiya, Dachne Dnipropetrovska oblasti. UAF Air Force reports UAV threat in Pavlohrad. UAF Air Force reports RUF reconnaissance UAVs in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, with engagement ongoing. UAF Air Force reports RUF strike UAVs on northern and southern Dnipropetropak Oblast, heading west. UAF Air Force reports UAV threat to Kryvyi Rih. Oleksandr Vilkul reports explosion in Kryvyi Rih due to Shahed attack. Nikolaevskiy Vanek reports 2 morning "mopeds" (Shaheds) towards Kryvyi Rih. RBK-Ukraina reports an explosion in Dnipro, with renewed explosions reported at 1000Z. RUF claims targets hit in Kryvyi Rih and "temporarily occupied Kramatorsk." UAF Air Force reports threat of aviation weapons use in Kryvyi Rih. Serhiy Lysak / Dnipropetrovsk RMA reports UAV hit Kryvyi Rih, causing fire. RBK-Ukraina reports UAV hit Kryvyi Rih. Nikolaevskiy Vanek reports KABs flew towards Kryvyi Rih. UAF Air Force reports alerts for Kryvyi Rih. STERNENKO reports Kryvyi Rih under combined attack. RBK-Ukraina reports repeated explosions in Kryvyi Rih. Operatsiya Z (RUF source) claims strikes on enemy objects in Kryvyi Rih, with part of city without power. RBK-Ukraina reports power outages in Kryvyi Rih. Oleksandr Vilkul confirms 6 non-serious casualties in Kryvyi Rih (previously 3). Oleksandr Vilkul states high-speed tram in Kryvyi Rih will be non-operational for several hours due to attack. Operatsiya Z (RUF source) claims a FAB with UMPK was used for the first time in Kryvyi Rih, showing a plume of dark smoke. UAF Air Force reports enemy UAVs on Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. Oleksandr Vilkul reports full restoration of trolleybus movement in Kryvyi Rih. RBK-Ukraina reports RUF attacked Kryvyi Rih with a Su-34, type of target is being established. Operatyvnyi ZSU reports Air Command "East" commented on the information about a KAB hitting Kryvyi Rih, implying a denied or mitigated impact. Poddubny |Z|О|V| edition posts video claiming FAB hit industrial zone in Kryvyi Rih from 100km, without AD opposition. ASTRA reports 6 casualties in Kryvyi Rih. RBK-Ukraina reports two rescuers among the injured in Kryvyi Rih. Два майора posts video showing a large plume of black smoke, claiming it's the first time a glide bomb has hit Kryvyi Rih. UAF Air Force reports UAV threat in northern Balakliya, Kharkiv Oblast, moving west/northwest. Nikolaevskiy Vanek reports ballistic missile towards Samar. UAF Air Force issues shelter alert for Dnipro. Nikolaevskiy Vanek states ballistic missile threat is current. RBK-Ukraina reports explosions in Dnipro, with ballistic missile confirmed heading towards city. OPERATYVNYI ZSU reports explosions in Dnipro and Pavlohrad. STERNENKO confirms Dnipro/suburbs under ballistic missile attack. Операция Z (RUF source) posts photo claiming strike on Dnipro. OPERATYVNYI ZSU posts video of large smoke plume in Dnipro. Serhiy Lysak / Dnipropetrovsk RMA posts photo of an individual in distress, likely from an an attack. UAF Air Force reports UAV from Kharkiv Oblast moving towards Poltava Oblast. UAF Air Force reports UAV from Kharkiv Oblast moving towards Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. UAF Air Force reports UAV on northern and southern Dnipropetropak Oblast, course towards Dnipro. Serhiy Lysak / Dnipropetropak RMA posts multiple photo messages indicating a visit from a US delegation, including the President of the American Council on Foreign Policy, Herman Pirchner Jr. RBK-Ukraina reports a blackout at the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) caused by an enemy strike. TASS reports ZNPP is completely disconnected from external power, running on reserve generators. UAF Air Force reports RUF UAVs in Sumy and Zaporizhzhia, engaged. Олександр Вілкул reports impact on civilian infrastructure in Kryvyi Rih. РБК-Україна confirms strike on civilian infrastructure in Kryvyi Rih, with preliminary 2 injured. RUF "Операция Z" posts video claiming new strike on Kryvyi Rih causing smoke plume. UAF Air Force reports RUF UAVs in Sumy and Zaporizhzhia, engaged. ЦАПЛІЄНКО_UKRAINE FIGHTS posts photo message "Удар в Кривому Розі: поранено двох людей, пошкоджено цивільний об'єкт." Alex Parker Returns posts video "Кривой Рог. Чугуний попал в кадр. Пролетел более 100 км и попал точно в цель. Быть добру!" confirming an impact and large smoke plume in Kryvyi Rih. Oleksandr Vilkul reports three wounded in Kryvyi Rih, one severe, two moderate. RBK-Ukraina confirms three wounded in Kryvyi Rih, one severe, two moderate. Дневник Десантника🇷🇺 posts video "ВС РФ нанесли удар по Кривому Рогу," showing a large smoke plume. Silvoborona Pivdnya Ukrainy reports enemy terror continues in Kherson, Nikopol, Kryvyi Rih with shelling, showing damaged SUV and residential buildings and describing a child with a headache. UAF Zaporizhzhia Oblast Military Administration reports 84-year-old man killed in Vasylivskyi district due to enemy attack. Serhiy Lysak / Dnipropetrovsk RMA reports 7 more RUF UAVs shot down in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast in the afternoon/evening. UAF Air Force reports RUF UAV threat in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. РБК-Україна reports 8 wounded in Kryvyi Rih (previously 7). ЦАПЛІЄНКО_UKRAINE FIGHTS posts video showing a Shahed drone hitting Kryvyi Rih. Oleksandr Vilkul reports RUF combat losses as 1120 personnel, 2 tanks, 10 armored vehicles, 50 artillery systems, 112 vehicles, and 3 special equipment units in the last day. TASS reports ZNPP power supply has been restored, and the 750 kV "Dniprovska" line is operational. Fighterbomber reports a dozen and a half "Gerbera" (Shahed) drones took off from Poltava airfield. TASS reports three casualties in Zaporizhzhia Oblast, including two children, one in serious condition, due to UAF attack. Serhiy Lysak reports not to ignore air raid alert. RUF UAV threat to Kirovohrad Oblast. UAF Air Force reports KAB launches by RUF tactical aviation in Zaporizhzhia Oblast. Дневник Десантника🇷🇺 posts low-quality aerial footage of a settlement on the Zaporizhzhia front. Два майора posts a video claiming "Zaporizhzhia Front" with aerial footage of a settlement, likely from a drone. Zaporizhzhia Oblast Military Administration issues "Uvaha!" (Attention!) alert. Zaporizhzhia Oblast Military Administration issues "all clear". TASS reports over 20,000 subscribers in Zaporizhzhia Oblast are without electricity due to a UAF strike on energy infrastructure. Mash na Donbasse corroborates this. Nikolaevskiy Vanek provides a general update on "mopeds" (UAVs). ЦАПЛІЄНКО_UKRAINE FIGHTS reports almost all UAVs are currently heading towards Western Oblasts of Ukraine, with new Shaheds entering from the North. Nikolaevskiy Vanek reports general update on "mopeds." UAF Air Force reports updated information on RUF strike UAV movement. New message: UAF Air Force reports aviation weapons threat in Synelnykivskyi district. UAF Air Force reports enemy UAVs active in Kharkiv, Zaporizhzhia, and Dnipropetrovsk Oblasts, with engagement ongoing. Nikolaevskiy Vanek reports residual UAV activity. UAF Air Force reports updated information regarding enemy strike UAV movement (03:01:39Z). UAF Zaporizhzhia Oblast Military Administration reports air raid alarm lifted. UAF Zaporizhzhia Oblast Military Administration issues a new alert. UAF Air Force reports updated information regarding enemy strike UAV movement. New message: Zaporizhzhia Oblast Military Administration reports all clear. New message: OPERATYVNYI ZSU posts a series of photos showing damaged civilian vehicles and structures, with a caption indicating that the enemy attacked Dnipropetrovsk Oblast during the night with artillery and UAVs. This new message confirms continued RUF attacks on Dnipropetropak Oblast, using both artillery and UAVs, and provides visual evidence of civilian infrastructure damage. New message: Дневник Десантника🇷🇺 posts a photo of a heavily damaged structure or vehicle, with a caption "Днепропетровское направление." This suggests ongoing combat or attacks in the Dnipropetrovsk direction from a RUF perspective, likely damage caused by RUF. New message: ТАСС reports that a Ka-52M helicopter destroyed UAF personnel in the "North" grouping's area of responsibility, citing the Ministry of Defense, and includes a video showcasing Ka-52 helicopters in flight and live fire. New message: Operatyvnyi ZSU posts a video with the caption "Удари по Чебоксарському «ВНИИР» настільки вразили кацапа, що той втратив навички формування думок в речення." The video shows plumes of dark smoke, suggesting ongoing impacts or fires. This implies a successful UAF deep strike impacting RUF industrial capability. New message: Liveuamap Source reports Russian aviation conducted airstrikes at Novopavlivka, Kryvyy Rih of Dnipropetrovsk region. New message: Офіс Генерального прокурора posts multiple photos indicating casualties and damage from enemy strikes in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. New message: Повітряні Сили ЗС України / Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports aviation weapons threat in Synelnykivskyi district, Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. New message: 🇺🇦Сергій Лисак / Дніпропетровська ОДА (ОВА) posts a video of Ukrainian soldier Stanislav Radudugin discussing his service, injury, and the 'Titani UA' veteran support project. This is a morale-boosting and public awareness message for UAF. New message: ЦАПЛІЄНКО_UKRAINE FIGHTS reports that the RF army is breaking into Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, with the enemy entering Zelenyi Kut and Novoukrainka, near Dachne, where fierce battles are currently taking place. This is a significant claim of RUF ground advance in Dnipropropetrovsk Oblast. New message: MoD Russia posts a video stating "Geran-2 UAV operators struck a temporary deployment area of units of the AFU 36th Separate Marine brigade near Stepanovka in the Donetsk People's Republic." The video shows aerial reconnaissance footage, likely from a drone, of an urban or semi-urban area with explosions. New message: Операция Z reports RUF forces took Zelenyi Kut and Novoukrainka near Dachne in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. New message: STERNENKO video shows drone target and attack of a military vehicle, likely a tank, demonstrating effective strike against enemy armor. New message: Повітряні Сили ЗС України / Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports Дніпропетровська область (Синельниківський р-н) - загроза застосування авіаційних засобів ураження! This is a renewed threat for Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. New message: 🇺🇦Сергій Лисак / Дніпропетровська ОДА (ОВА) reports ❗️Ворог атакував Нікопольщину протягом дня здебільшого FPV-дронами. Обстріляв район і з артилерії. This confirms FPV drone and artillery attacks on Nikopol. New message: Военкор Котенок posts video with caption "The guys are leaving... because they don't have time to pull out," showing a military vehicle on fire at night with soldiers around it, indicating combat losses and difficulty extracting personnel. New message: Повітряні Сили ЗС України / Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports group of strike UAVs in Donetsk Oblast heading towards Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. This is a new, ongoing UAV threat. Confidence: HIGH.
Donetsk Oblast: RUF continues high-intensity offensive operations along the Pokrovsk (Krasnoarmiisk) axis. RUF sources claim drone footage purportedly showing "ornithologists of the Center grouping dealing with UAF transport in the Krasnoarmiisk direction." Intense combat is ongoing for control of the Kanal microdistrict in Chasiv Yar, with Russian VDV elements conducting continuous platoon-sized assaults, attempting to bypass Ukrainian strongpoints from the south. TASS reports RUF "South" grouping destroyed UAF deployment points. TASS reports that "Center" grouping artillery has destroyed a UAF mortar position. Colonelcassad reports 132nd Separate Motorized Rifle Brigade (omsbr) FPV drone destroyed a UAF mortar. General Staff of UAF and OTU "Kharkiv" provide estimated RUF combat losses as of 04.07.25, indicating continued high attrition. WarGonzo map indicates continued advances in the Chasiv Yar direction and claims for control of the Kanal microdistrict. WarGonzo also claims "liberation of Yablonovka" near Andriivka, indicating continued engagements in the Pokrovsk direction. "Воин DV" (RUF source) reports on 35th Combined Arms Army artillery and UAV operators destroying UAF strongpoints and technical means in the Huliaipole direction, specifically claiming destruction of a Ukrainian EW station. UAF Air Force reports a threat of RUF strike UAVs in Donetsk Oblast at 0538Z. General Staff of Armed Forces of Ukraine reports Russian aviation conducted airstrikes at Poltavka, Bilytske, Myrnohrad, Novopavlivka of Donetsk region. General Staff of Armed Forces of Ukraine reports clashes near Myrne, Novotoretske, Myrolubivka, Malynivka, Razine, Promin, Udachne, Novoserhiyivka, Horikhove, Oleksiyivka, Dachne and towards Novoekonomichne, Novopavlivka, Myrnohrad and Sofiyivka in Pokrovsk direction yesterday. Clashes yesterday near Novopavlivka in Orikhiv direction. Clashes yesterday near Novozlatopil in Huliaipole direction. Clashes yesterday near Bila Hora in Kramatorsk direction. Clashes yesterday near Rusyn Yar, Yablunivka and towards Pleschiyivka, Oleksandro-Kalynove, Katerynivka in Toretsk direction. Clashes yesterday near Vyyimka, Serebryanka and Fedorivka in Siversk direction. Clashes yesterday near Novyi Myr, Hrekivka, Ridkodub, Karpivka, Kolodyazi, Zelena Dolyny, Torske, Nadiya and towards Serebryanka, Dronivka and Shandryholove in Lyman direction. RUF source "Операция Z" claims a "powerful strike" on Kramatorsk (RUF claims against UAF rear bases). UAF Air Force reports KAB launches by RUF tactical aviation in Donetsk Oblast. "Воин DV" (RUF source) posts video showing "FABing" in the Piddubne area by 11th Guards Air Force and Air Defense Army. TASS claims Russian forces cleared a pocket between Malynivka and Myroliubivka. "Воин DV" (RUF source) posts video claiming 14th Guards Spetsnaz Brigade worked against enemy personnel and equipment in Karla Marksa. "Народная милиция ДНР" (RUF source) posts video claiming destruction of a ground drone and UAF equipment on minefields near Novopaltovka and Popov Yar. RUF claims new targets hit in "temporarily occupied Kramatorsk." UAF Air Force reports KAB launches by RUF tactical aviation in Donetsk Oblast. UAF Air Force reports KAB launches from Donetsk into Zaporizhzhia Oblast. Дневник Десантника🇷🇺 (RUF source) claims " уточнение после удара по 110-й мехбригаге ВСУ" (clarification after strike on UAF 110th Mechanized Brigade) with photo messages implying successful strike. Operatsiya Z (RUF source) claims "Армия России уничтожила всё командование 110-й бригады ВСУ одним ударом" (Russian Army destroyed entire command of UAF 110th Brigade with one strike). TASS reports RUF liberated Predtechyno in DNR. Военкор Котенок also reports liberation of Predtechyno. Операция Z also reports liberation of Predtechyno. Colonelcassad reports a powerful impact in Kramatorsk with photos showing smoke and damaged buildings, implying a strike. Дневник Десантника🇷🇺 posts video claiming UAF evacuating self-propelled artillery near Kursk region. TASS reports UAF struck western Donetsk, with preliminary reports of casualties and 4 wounded. RBK-Ukraina reports RUF strike destroyed an educational facility in Kramatorsk, with 2 injuries. Narodnaya Militsiya DNR posts intercepted radio traffic from 425th Separate Assault Regiment "Skala" in Krasnoarmiisk area. Operatsiya Z posts video claiming "Otvazhnyye" group advancing towards Pokrovsk. Colonelcassad reports UAF shelling of western Donetsk, with some targets intercepted by PVO. Poddubny |Z|О|V| edition reports PVO working in Donetsk and a missile strike by UAF on western districts of DNR capital, claiming civilian casualties. Mash na Donbasse video claims UAF struck Petrovka in Donetsk, with preliminary 4 injured and some deceased. ASTRA video also shows damage in Trudovskoy village, western occupied Donetsk, due to UAF strike. UAF Air Force reports KAB launches by RUF tactical aviation in Donetsk Oblast. WarGonzo reports liberation of Predtechyno in DNR. Poddubny |Z|О|V| edition states 4 fatalities in Petrovsky district of Donetsk due to UAF strike. Colonelcassad posts video showing destruction of a UAF ground drone and equipment near Novopaltovka and Popov Yar on minefields. TASS posts video showing aftermath of shelling in western Donetsk. ASTRA reports 4 fatalities in Petrovsky district of occupied Donetsk. WarGonzo reports 4 fatalities in Petrovsky district of Donetsk due to UAF shelling. Basurin o Glavnom posts video showing aftermath in western Donetsk from UAF strike, with claims of 4 dead, 4 wounded. Voenkor Kotenok posts video showing damage in Petrovsky district of Donetsk due to UAF strike. Alex Parker Returns posts map, claiming RUF liberated Predtechyno and that the UAF front near Konstantinovka has "collapsed." The Office of the General Prosecutor posts multiple photos showing damage in Kyiv, Donetsk, Kharkiv, Kherson, and Dnipropetrovsk Oblasts from "enemy attacks." DeepState posts map of the situation in Milove, Kharkiv Oblast. UAF Air Force reports KAB launches by RUF tactical aviation in Donetsk Oblast. UAF Air Force reports UAV activity in northern Donetsk Oblast, moving southwest. Mash na Donbasse reports 4 fatalities in Petrovka from explosions. Basurin o Glavnom discusses why bridges across the Dnieper are still intact. Генеральний штаб ЗСУ provides operational information as of 16:00 04.07.25: In the Pokrovsk direction, RUF has increased intensity, 27 attacks recorded, 13 repelled, 14 ongoing near Novooleksandrivka, Yevhenivka, Sokil, Novohrodivka, and Vodiane. In the Kramatorsk direction, RUF continues attempts to advance from Bakhmut. 10 assaults near Hryhorivka, Klishchiivka, Andriivka, and Chasiv Yar, 4 repelled, 6 ongoing. In the Toretsk direction, 5 assaults, 2 repelled, 3 ongoing near Verkhnokamyanske, Pivnichne, and Pivdenne. In the Kurakhove direction, 7 assaults, 3 repelled, 4 ongoing near Krasnohorivka, Paraskoviivka, and Vodiane. In the Orikhiv direction, 10 assaults near Mala Tokmachka, Mala Bilozirka, Poltavka, and Kostiantynivka. In the Huliaipole direction, 7 attacks. In the Velyka Novosilka direction, 1 RUF assault near Staromaiorske. In the Lyman direction, 12 RUF assaults, 9 repelled, 3 ongoing near Terny, Makiivka, Nevske, and Serebriansk forestry. In the Kupyansk direction, 10 RUF assaults, 6 repelled, 4 ongoing near Synkivka, Berestove, and Stepova Novoselivka. RUF WarGonzo video claims Paratroopers burned two pickups and UAF cargo in Zaporizhzhia, showing thermal imaging of a strike. Colonelcassad reports a night optical fiber drone hit a Swedish armored personnel carrier PBV302, filled with UAF infantry, in the Kupyansk direction. Военкор Котенок posts a photo from Novopavlovsk direction. UAF Air Force confirms KAB launches by RUF tactical aviation in Donetsk Oblast. Colonelcassad posts intercepted radio communication of 425th Separate Assault Regiment "Skala" in Krasnoarmiisk (Pokrovsk) area, with aggressive propaganda. Alex Parker Returns posts map, claiming RUF liberated Predtechyno and that the UAF front near Konstantinovka has "collapsed," with an implication to Konstantinovka to "prepare." Colonelcassad posts video of drone footage showing military vehicles and positions, including Oshkosh M-ATV and BBM, with engagements and explosions, identified as "Donbas. Rubicon is working." Basurin o Glavnom repeats the claim that an "Iskander" strike on Huliaipole destroyed the entire staff of the 110th Separate Mechanized Brigade. TASS reports that RUF forces are approximately 3km from Konstantinovka (Donetsk) after liberating Predtechyno. Colonelcassad posts new video from Kharkiv direction claiming FPV drones "KVN" and "VT-40" hit UAF equipment, including a US HMMWV towing a howitzer, with visual evidence of destroyed vehicles. Дневник Десантника🇷🇺 posts video claiming "Wartime" operators working in Krasnoarmiisk direction, showing a damaged multi-story building. RUF "Воин DV" posts video showing FAB strikes by 11th Army Air Force and Air Defense Army near Voskresenka, claiming ground group advances. RUF "Сливочный каприз" posts map claiming "04.07.25 Chasiv Yar - Levanevskogo," suggesting RUF presence or control. MoD Russia posts video "Msta-S self-propelled artillery system (Tsentr Group of Forces) destroys AFU firing position in Krasnoarmeysk direction," confirming artillery use. Colonelcassad posts video and photos of "Последствия прилета ракеты РСЗО «HIMARS» с шрапнельной боевой частью перед АС «Трудовская» в Петровском районе Донецка," confirming UAF HIMARS strike and casualties. Alex Parker Returns posts photos and text "По Донецку нанесен удар HIMARS. Четверо погибших. В последние дни хохлы значительно активизировали удары по Донецку и Луганску. Используют HIMARS и ракеты Storm Shadow," corroborating UAF HIMARS strikes and confirming fatalities in Donetsk. Дневник Десантника🇷🇺 photo message "Краснолиманское направление," indicating ongoing focus on this axis. Colonelcassad video indicates tactical successes and active combat in the Siversk direction, showing drone footage of artillery/mortar strikes in a wooded area. RUF WarGonzo video shows FPV drone strikes on enemy personnel from the 36th Guards Brigade. Poddubny |Z|О|V| edition photo message shows consequences of a strike (likely UAF) on a civilian object in Shebekino, Belgorod. WarGonzo video shows FPV drone strikes on Ukrainian armored vehicles and infantry, specifically a MaxxPro MRAP. UAF Air Force reports RUF strike UAV threat on Donetsk Oblast. Operatyvnyi ZSU video shows destruction of a concealed position, likely a RUF "quadrober" (quadcopter user) or small structure. РБК-Україна reports UAF struck the command post of the 8th Combined Arms Army and the 20th Motorized Rifle Division in Donetsk Oblast. Colonelcassad video shows the aftermath of a suspected missile strike on a multi-story residential building, claiming "ВСУ продолжает расстреливать дома гражданских." Colonelcassad reports FPV drone strikes by the Maksim Krivonos Battalion on nationalist equipment in the Krasnoarmiisk (Pokrovsk) direction. The accompanying video from Colonelcassad shows drone footage of an engagement with a ground vehicle, possibly a tank or APC, and explosions. The video displays watermarks that may indicate Ukrainian origin. ЦАПЛІЄНКО_UKRAЇNE FIGHTS posts video of a Russian soldier engaging a drone and losing, from the "Hostri Kartuzy" unit. RBK-Ukraina reports 230,000 Russian occupiers neutralized by UAF in six months, citing Syrsky. The accompanying video shows drone footage of engagements, targeting and destruction of personnel and equipment, with Ukrainian text overlays indicating locations like 's. Hrodovika' and 's. Ivanivka'. Colonelcassad provides multiple drone videos including damaged residential buildings, shelling impacts, and a BM-21 Grad firing salvo. RUF sources claim "🅾️tvazhnyye" group was ambushed by a "waiting killer." Сливочный каприз posts a tactical map for the Novokselivske direction, indicating ongoing combat engagements. НгП раZVедка posts aerial video of a settlement under bombardment, with large explosions. Colonelcassad posts an "author's weekly column" with medical information about epidural and subdural hematomas, pupil dilation, speech and motor impairment, with photo messages of brain diagrams. This is a RUF source sharing medical information, possibly for combat medics or to highlight the severity of injuries sustained. "Сливочный каприз" posts a tactical map for the Siversk-Hryhorivka direction, indicating ongoing combat engagements. Operatsiya Z claims that Russian forces have stormed Kamenskoye, stating they crossed the bottom of the Kakhovka reservoir and attacked the enemy from the flank, implying a significant tactical maneuver. The accompanying image suggests a combat zone, potentially showing a military advance or engagement. Colonelcassad posts a video claiming "Southern" group intelligence FPV drone destroyed an enemy ground robotic complex attempting to evacuate a severely wounded UAF soldier in the Siversk direction, and that the evacuation failed. OPERATYVNYI ZSU posts video of a HIMARS strike in Makiivka, which occurred two years ago, confirming the demilitarization of 75 Grad MLRS salvos. Операция Z posts an intercepted Ukrainian communication discussing potential operational encirclement of Pokrovsk and Myrnohrad due to lack of infantry. Генеральний штаб ЗСУ provides operational update as of 22:00 04.07.25: In the Pokrovsk direction, RUF has increased intensity, 27 attacks recorded, 13 repelled, 14 ongoing near Novooleksandrivka, Yevhenivka, Sokil, Novohrodivka, and Vodiane. In the Kramatorsk direction, RUF continues attempts to advance from Bakhmut. 10 assaults near Hryhorivka, Klishchiivka, Andriivka, and Chasiv Yar, 4 repelled, 6 ongoing. In the Toretsk direction, 5 assaults, 2 repelled, 3 ongoing near Verkhnokamyanske, Pivnichne, and Pivdenne. In the Kurakhove direction, 7 assaults, 3 repelled, 4 ongoing near Krasnohorivka, Paraskoviivka, and Vodiane. In the Orikhiv direction, 10 assaults near Mala Tokmachka, Mala Bilozirka, Poltavka, and Kostiantynivka. In the Huliaipole direction, 7 attacks. In the Velyka Novosilka direction, 1 RUF assault near Staromaiorske. In the Lyman direction, 12 RUF assaults, 9 repelled, 3 ongoing near Terny, Makiivka, Nevske, and Serebriansk forestry. In the Kupyansk direction, 10 RUF assaults, 6 repelled, 4 ongoing near Synkivka, Berestove, and Stepova Novoselivka. RBK-Ukraina corroborates this General Staff update. Colonelcassad posts new FPV drone footage from Donbas, showing military vehicles and engagements, identified as "Donbas. Rubikon is working." Colonelcassad posts video of combat work by 380th Motorized Rifle Regiment in Lyptsi direction, showing drone footage of infantry group under artillery/mortar fire. This refers to the Kharkiv axis, not Donetsk, but is a relevant update to force dispositions. New Update: UAF Air Force reports KAB/KAR launches by RUF tactical aviation in Donetsk Oblast. New message: UAF Air Force reports KAB/KAR launches by RUF tactical aviation in Donetsk Oblast. Colonelcassad reports destruction of a camouflaged 120mm mortar position by "Viking" operators. Colonelcassad posts new "Ночные прилёты полуторок!!!" videos and aerial surveillance footage (03:03:02Z, 03:03:03Z). New message: General Staff of UAF publishes infographic on operational situation as of 06:00 05.07.2025. New message: General Staff of UAF publishes infographic on operational situation as of 06:00 05.07.2025. New message: OPERATYVNYI ZSU posts a photo message, claiming that an additional 1050 occupiers "have appreciated the hospitality of sincere Ukrainians," referring to estimated enemy combat losses. This message includes an infographic similar to the General Staff of UAF's daily loss reports. RBK-Ukraina corroborates Operatyvnyi ZSU's report of 1050 enemy combat losses, citing the General Staff. This indicates continued high attrition of RUF forces in the Donbas direction. New message: Colonelcassad posts compilation of FPV drone strikes by various units in the Karla Marksa and Voskresenka area. New message: General Staff of UAF posts a photo message summarizing the operational situation as of 08:00 05.07.2025, with text "Оперативна інформація станом на 08:00 05.07.2025 щодо російського вторгнення". Other General Staff photo messages are similar. New message: "Воин DV" posts video showing 36th Army UAV operators hitting a UAF howitzer with several FPV drones. This confirms continued RUF FPV drone use against UAF artillery. New message: Операция Z posts video (from RUF "Военкоры Русской Весны") claiming 103rd Regiment advancing on Konstantinovka, destroying NATO equipment and enemy infantry. New message: DeepState posts photos with the caption "Воїни 72 ОМБр імені Чорних Запорожців доводить свій професіоналізм на полі бою, з 2014 року захищаючи Україну." These photos show combat operations and damage. This highlights UAF active engagement and capabilities. New message: 46 окрема аеромобільна Подільська бригада ДШВ ЗС України posts a video with the caption "Знайшли, влучили, знищили!" The video shows FPV drone footage, confirming a successful UAF FPV drone strike on enemy positions or equipment. New message: Дневник Десантника🇷🇺 posts two videos (07:14:01Z, 07:14:01Z) and text (07:14:02Z) captioned "NATO weapons against AFU" and showing drone footage of a grassy area, with a puff of smoke at 00:43, possibly a strike. New message: ТАСС video claims RUF FPV drone units "Rubikon" struck UAF ground robotic complexes (07:21:01Z, 07:21:02Z). New message: БУТУСОВ ПЛЮС reports "Freedom of Russia" Legion captured a Nigerian former student and ex-convict serving in RUF's 503rd Motorized Rifle Regiment (07:20:18Z, 07:20:18Z, 07:20:18Z, 07:20:18Z, 07:20:19Z, 07:20:19Z, 07:20:18Z, 07:20:19Z). New message: Liveuamap Source reports Russian aviation conducted airstrikes at Kostyantynivka, Andriyivka-Klevtsove of Donetsk region. New message: Liveuamap Source reports clashes yesterday near Novopavlivka in Donetsk. New message: Liveuamap Source reports clashes yesterday near Nadiya, Hrekivka, Karpivka, Ridkodub, Zelena Dolyna, Torske, Dibrova and towards Hryhorivka in Lyman direction. New message: ✙DeepState✙🇺🇦 reports map updated (07:21:18Z). New message: АРХАНГЕЛ СПЕЦНАЗА posts video of a soldier handling ammunition in a tactical environment (07:15:59Z, 07:16:00Z). New message: Colonelcassad posts video of RUF FPV drone striking a 155mm foreign-made self-propelled howitzer near Tolstoy. New message: Офіс Генерального прокурора posts multiple photos indicating casualties and damage from enemy strikes in Donetsk Oblast. New message: МоD Russia posts two videos (07:27:01Z, 07:27:02Z) showing the 90th Guards Tank Division training assault detachments and mortar teams in a rear area, which is likely part of force generation or unit rotation. New message: "Воин DV" posts video and text from the 305th Guards Artillery Brigade, claiming support for "Vostok" grouping stormtroopers near Malinovka, showing village under fire with explosions. Colonelcassad posts the same video and text, confirming RUF artillery support for ground assaults. New message: Два майора posts photos regarding aid distribution issues within RUF, indicating potential resource misallocation. New message: Дневник Десантника🇷🇺 photo message and satellite image confirm RUF focus and claimed presence in Dzerzhinsk direction. New message: WarGonzo video/text regarding "Mansur" from "Somali" unit is propaganda, not battlefield geometry. New message: "Сливочный каприз" posts a map summary of combat operations from June 01 to June 04, 2025. New message: "Воин DV" (RUF source) reports RUF forces captured fortifications near Velyka Novosilka in Donetsk, previously built by Ukraine with Western funds, citing a German OSINT analyst. New message: РБК-Україна posts a photo message reporting ⚔️РФ штурмує Покровський напрямок: ЗСУ стримують ворога біля десятків населених пунктів. This is a direct UAF corroboration of continued high-intensity RUF assaults on the Pokrovsk axis and UAF defensive efforts. New message: STERNENKO video "На Краматорському напрямку Грім з Небес 5-ї ОШБр уразив САУ Нона-С, 5 кацапів, легкове авто, буханку та багато іншого💥" confirms successful UAF counter-battery and personnel strikes in the Kramatorsk direction. New message: UAF Air Force reports КАБ/КАР ворожою тактичною авіацією на Донеччині. This confirms continued RUF use of glide bombs in Donetsk Oblast. New message: ЦАПЛІЄНКО_UKRAINE FIGHTS reports operators of the 114th Brigade hunted down an enemy drone "Zhdun" on fiber optic cable. New message: БУТУСОВ ПЛЮС video shows drone footage of military engagements, targeting and engaging enemy personnel/positions, with direct fire and explosions, and numerical indicators. New message: Colonelcassad reports RUF is claiming a combatant (callsign "Khan") from 299th Guards Parachute Regiment of 98th Airborne Division shot down 15 enemy Mavics in Chasiv Yar direction. New message: ЦАПЛІЄНКО_UKRAINE FIGHTS video shows footage of the liberation of Sloviansk and Kramatorsk, marking an anniversary. New message: Colonelcassad reports a destroyed bridge in Iskra (Andriivka-Klevtsove) on the border of Donetsk and Dnipropetrovsk Oblasts. New message: Оперативний ЗСУ reports that RUF Z-bloggers claim that the entire command of the 155th Marine Brigade (Pacific Fleet) was eliminated by 4 HIMARS missiles in Kursk Oblast, in addition to Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Russian Navy Gudkov. New message: WarGonzo posts a video (07:08:01Z, 07:08:02Z) titled "Контрбатарейная борьба," showing drone footage of an artillery engagement targeting a camouflaged structure, likely a D-30 howitzer, confirming RUF counter-battery activity. New message: ЦАПЛІЄНКО_UKRAINE FIGHTS posts a video (07:44:01Z, 07:44:02Z) showing a drone strike targeting a vehicle, captioned "Despite losses among the command, the 110th Separate Mechanized Brigade actively continues to stop the Russian advance," confirming UAF offensive action and resilience. New message: Воин DV posts two photo messages (07:45:01Z, 07:45:02Z) with the hashtag "#от_подписчиков," showing what appears to be a UAF soldier in a dug-in position, equipped with a rifle, suggesting UAF defensive posture. New message: Colonelcassad posts a video (07:47:01Z, 07:47:02Z) claiming "Destruction by scouts of the 5th Tank Brigade of armored vehicles and heavy hexacopters of the AFU by FPV drones in the South Donetsk direction," showing drone footage of destroyed vehicles, indicating RUF FPV drone success against UAF equipment. New message: БУТУСОВ ПЛЮС posts a video (07:54:01Z, 07:54:02Z) with the caption "У росіян - свій флешмоб... Самознищення чергового самострілу, що побачив у небі український дрон, фіксує аеророзвідка на Оріхівському напрямку," showing a drone targeting an individual, indicating UAF drone reconnaissance and engagement. New message: Дневник Десантника🇷🇺 posts a photo message stating "Our troops entered Siversk." This is a significant RUF claim of ground advance in Donetsk Oblast. New message: Генеральний штаб ЗСУ provides operational information as of 16:00 05.07.2025 regarding Russian invasion. New message: STERNENKO video shows R.V.28 unit burning occupiers and their equipment in the Toretsk direction. New message: MoD Russia posts a video stating "Geran-2 UAV operators struck a temporary deployment area of units of the AFU 36th Separate Marine brigade near Stepanovka in the Donetsk People's Republic." The video shows aerial reconnaissance footage, likely from a drone, of an urban or semi-urban area with explosions. New message: Операция Z posts a photo from "Военкоры Русской Весны" with the caption "🇷🇺⚔️🇺🇦Битва за Часов Яр: Армия России продолжает штурм, контролируя основную часть города." This visually claims RUF ground control. New message: Дневник Десантника🇷🇺 posts a photo message stating "🪂 Уничтожены две пусковые установки и две радиолокационные станции AN/МPQ-65 ЗРК «Patriot» производства США." New message: Basurin o Glavnom posts a photo message titled "Все на баррикады, а мы задних попасем," which is RUF propaganda regarding troop recruitment/mobilization. New message: Basurin o Glavnom posts photo/video of a civilian residence, no military significance. New message: Colonelcassad posts video of a rally of relatives of Columbian mercenaries allegedly liquidated by RUF in Ukraine, demanding return of bodies and payment. This indicates RUF success in targeting foreign fighters and the resulting political/humanitarian pressure on Colombia. New message: Colonelcassad photo message reports RUF eliminated another Estonian mercenary. New message: Повітряні Сили ЗС України / Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports Пуски КАБ ворожою тактичною авіацією на Донеччині. This is a new confirmed KAB launch in Donetsk Oblast. New message: STERNENKO video "Шершні Довбуша VS ворожий танк" shows a successful UAF FPV drone strike on a RUF tank, confirming continued UAF anti-armor efforts and drone effectiveness. New message: Colonelcassad video Два «Ланцета» от #1_танковой_армии по дальнобойной пушке М-46 ВСУ indicates a successful Lancet strike by RUF 1st Tank Army on a UAF M-46 field gun. This is a confirmed UAF equipment loss. New message: Alex Parker Returns photo message about "collaborators" indicates RUF internal propaganda and attempts to discredit UAF foreign fighters. New message: Colonelcassad reports RUF FPV drone operators from OBTF "Kaskad" worked against UAF armored vehicles. The video shows aerial footage of a vehicle being hit by a drone, consistent with a successful strike. New message: Военкор Котенок video shows a Russian FPV drone strike against a UAF armored vehicle. New message: Colonelcassad reports intensive battles for the village of Maksymivka, Pokrovsk direction, with RUF forces advancing on the southern outskirts. New message: Два майора provides a tactical analysis of a photo message that is not relevant to military operations or the battlefield. New message: Воин DV video captioned "🔠🔠🔠🔠🔠🔠🔠🔠🔠" shows first-person drone/vehicle footage in a wooded area, likely reconnaissance, with a target vehicle obscured by foliage, and smoke/dust suggesting recent activity. The 'Z' symbol is present. New message: Оперативний ЗСУ photo message with caption "Супутникові знімки того, що лишилось від складів кацапського БК після ударів дронів СБУ в районі т.о. Харцизьку" shows satellite imagery, likely of destroyed RUF ammunition depots. New message: Военкор Котенок photo message with caption "Противник утверждает, что ВКС РФ окончательно выбили мост через р. Волчья в районе н.п. Андреевка-Клевцово на границе между ДНР и Днепропетровской областью." This claims the destruction of a bridge by RUF Aerospace Forces. New message: Два майора posts a video with the caption "Запорожский фронт, Каменское направление". The video appears to show an aerial view of a battlefield with multiple explosions occurring across a wide, open field. The text overlay 'ДВА МАЙОРА' (Two Majors) suggests a commentary or channel associated with military affairs. The explosions indicate ongoing artillery or mortar fire, targeting a dispersed group of military assets or positions. The landscape is agricultural with some tree lines and scattered structures. The footage is stable, allowing for clear observation of the impact zones. The nature of the targets and the scale of the engagement are not precisely discernible from this distance and resolution, but it depicts active military operations. New message: Повітряні Сили ЗС України / Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports group of strike UAVs in Donetsk Oblast heading towards Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. This is a new, ongoing UAV threat. Confidence: HIGH.
Sumy Oblast: Russian forces initiated company-sized probing attacks near Ryzhivka, supported by intense artillery and FAB strikes along the border. UAF Air Force confirmed "Launches of KABs by enemy tactical aviation on Sumy Oblast." WarGonzo map for Sumy direction shows enemy advances near Ryzhivka, confirming continued pressure. Rybar (RUF source) provides animated map, claiming counter-battery fire and tactical advances in Sumy direction, specifically around Andriivka, Kondratovka, and Yuganovka. General Staff of Armed Forces of Ukraine reports Russian aviation conducted airstrikes at Novomutyn of Sumy region. UAF repelled 16 Russian army assaults in Kursk and North Slobozhansky (Sumy) direction yesterday. RUF source "Сливочный каприз" posts a photo with the caption "04.07.25 Сумы - Новониколаевка", implying active engagement in the area. UAF Air Force reports RUF reconnaissance UAVs in Sumy Oblast, with engagement ongoing. UAF Air Force reports KAB launches by RUF tactical aviation in Sumy Oblast. "Два майора" (RUF source) posts drone video of an artillery strike in the Sumy direction, near Andriivka. UAF Air Force reports RUF UAV on northern Sumy Oblast, engaged. UAF Air Force reports enemy UAVs in Sumy Oblast, with engagement ongoing. UAF Air Force reports enemy UAVs in Sumy Oblast. UAF Air Force reports high-speed target in Sumy Oblast, southwest course, warning Myhorod. RBK-Ukraina confirms UAF Air Force report of high-speed target in Sumy Oblast, warning Myhorod to take cover. UAF Air Force reports KAB launches by RUF tactical aviation in Sumy Oblast. "Сливочный каприз" posts photo message "03.07.25 Сумы - Алексеевка", implying active engagement in the area and RUF control. UAF Air Force reports RUF UAV on Sumy Oblast, engaged. TASS reports two residents of Kursk Oblast were returned from Sumy Oblast as part of a prisoner exchange. TASS reports Moskalkova hopes Kyiv will fulfill its promise regarding the return of residents of Kursk border areas displaced to Sumy Oblast. Poddubny |Z|О|V| edition reports on the prisoner exchange, stating two residents of Kursk Oblast were returned from Sumy Oblast, and 30 Russian citizens remain in Ukraine. ASTRA confirms two residents of Kursk Oblast were returned from Sumy Oblast. TASS video shows Moskalkova discussing the prisoner exchange and human rights, referencing a Geneva convention. UAF Air Force reports RUF UAVs in Sumy and Zaporizhzhia, engaged. UAF Air Force reports RUF strike UAV threat on Sumy Oblast. UAF Air Force reports RUF strike UAV threat on Poltava Oblast. AV БогомаZ reports RUF PVO destroyed 3 UAF UAVs over Bryansk Oblast. New message: UAF Air Force reports enemy UAV on Sumy Oblast and that assets are engaged for interception (03:23:55Z). New message: General Staff of UAF publishes infographic on operational situation as of 06:00 05.07.2025. New message: UAF Air Force reports high-speed target in Sumy Oblast, heading west, and then confirms the target stopped being fixed north of Khotin. This indicates a potential engagement or target evasion. New message: General Staff of UAF provides operational information as of 08:00 05.07.2025. New message: Дневник Десантника🇷🇺 posts a photo message with the caption "Сумское направление." This indicates continued RUF focus on this area. New message: ТАСС reports that the Russian MoD says "Geranium-2" drones struck Ukrainian UAV production facilities in Konotop, Sumy Oblast, and posts a video as evidence. This is a RUF claim of a successful deep strike on a military-industrial target. New message: Liveuamap Source reports Russian aviation conducted airstrikes at Seredyna-Buda of Sumy region. New message: Повітряні Сили ЗС України / Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports enemy reconnaissance UAVs in the center and east of Sumy Oblast. New message: Повітряні Сили ЗС України / Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports КАБи на Сумщину! This confirms continued KAB usage. New message: РБК-Україна reports Russia will involve Laotian military personnel in demining Kursk Oblast, citing GUR. New message: Colonelcassad posts 18+ photos of Sumy border area, likely depicting damage from recent fighting or shelling, consistent with ongoing combat activity. New message: РБК-Україна reports Russia is throwing assault groups on Sumy Oblast but is suffering heavy losses, citing DPSU. This is a direct UAF corroboration of continued high-intensity RUF assaults on the Sumy axis and UAF defensive efforts. New message: ЦАПЛІЄНКО_UKRAINE FIGHTS reports Kremlin is trying to involve Laos in the war to demine Kursk Oblast, citing GUR. New message: Повітряні Сили ЗС України / Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports КАБи на Сумщину! New message: TASS reports a new UAF battalion on the Sumy direction is mainly formed of pre-pensioners, citing Russian security forces. New message: Два майора posts a video (07:41:51Z, 07:41:52Z) titled "Сумское направление, Андреевка," showing aerial footage of a settlement under bombardment, with explosions and smoke, confirming RUF artillery/air strikes. New message: Повітряні Сили ЗС України / Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports 🛸 У центрі та на сході Сумщини - ворожі розвідувальні БпЛА! Можлива робота ППО. (07:46:46Z) New message: ТАСС reports relatives are reporting hundreds of missing UAF soldiers from a brigade in Sumy Oblast, citing Russian security forces. This is a new RUF propaganda claim of significant UAF losses. New message: AV БогомаZ reports Ukrainian terrorists attacked Podlesnye Novoselki, Sevsky district, with kamikaze drones. New message: Colonelcassad reports "Отряд "Анвар" работает в приграничье Сумской и Черниговской областях," with a video depicting drone footage of strikes on military targets in wooded areas, including marked Ukrainian Observation Posts. New message: Повітряні Сили ЗС України / Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports КАБи на Сумщину! This confirms continued KAB launches on Sumy Oblast. New message: Игорь Артамонов posts a photo message stating a "yellow level" air danger regime is introduced across the entire Lipetsk Oblast. New message: Оперативний ЗСУ reports explosions and destroyed pipelines near Vladivostok, which supplied the 155th Marine Brigade, citing GUR. New message: Олександр Вілкул provides a briefing on cooperation results. New message: ТАСС reports the head of Karabudakhkentsky district of Dagestan, Mahmud Amiraliyev, was recalled from the SVO zone before his detention, where he had gone about a month ago. This indicates an internal security issue within RUF leadership. New message: STERNENKO reports a deficit of "Russians sliced," a sardonic Ukrainian idiom meaning a deficit of enemy losses. New message: ТАСС reports bananas will continue to be mainly imported into Russia; growing them could be an exotic farming. This is a civilian update, no military relevance. New message: Военкор Котенок posts a video titled "The guys are leaving... because they don't have time to pull out." New message: Поддубный |Z|О|V| edition posts video with caption "Рабочие будни отряда СпН "Анвар" продолжаются в Черниговском и Сумской приграничье. Здесь малые отряды боевиков, с надеждой не быть замеченными, окапываются в лесах и лесополках. Опытный глаз воздушной разведки, которой в приграничье изучен уже каждый метр, быстро находит логова противника. Где надо накрывают ствольной и реактивной артиллерией, наносят и удары точечно. Ударные БПЛА в умелых руках операторов гоняют по лесным зарослям почти как болиды. Огневое воздействие на боевиков идёт серьёзное. Никакими успехами ВСУ здесь похвалиться не могут." The video shows aerial reconnaissance and targeted strikes, including thermal imaging of MLRS and mortar fire, and strike UAVs engaging dugouts. New message: Повітряні Сили ЗС України / Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports **🛸 На півночі, сході та півдні Сумщини - ворожі розвідувальні БпЛА! ** Confidence: HIGH.
Kharkiv Oblast: The Kharkiv front remains a secondary effort, assessed as a fixing operation. Russian forces are consolidating limited gains near Vovchansk and Lyptsi. UAF Air Force reports "Launches of KABs by enemy tactical aviation on Kharkiv Oblast from the east" at 0223Z. TASS reports Vitaly Ganchev, head of Kharkiv VDA, claims liberation of Melove (Kharkiv Oblast), stating it allows RUF to "stretch UAF defenses." TASS reports Russian forces have weakened UAF defenses and disrupted logistics east of Kupiansk by striking ferry crossings over the Oskil River. OTU "Kharkiv" provides estimated RUF combat losses as of 04.07.25, indicating continued high attrition. UAF Air Force reports "Kharkiv Oblast - threat of enemy strike UAVs" at 0523Z. Oleg Syniehubov reports 9 settlements in Kharkiv Oblast were struck over the past day. UAF Air Force reports RUF strike UAVs over eastern Kharkiv Oblast, heading west, at 0532Z. General Staff of Armed Forces of Ukraine reports Russian aviation conducted airstrikes at Vovchanski Khutory, Odnorobivka, Vodyane, Odradne, Okhrimivka, Vilkhuvatka of Kharkiv region. Clashes yesterday near Vovchansk and Ambarne in South Slobozhansky (Kharkiv) direction. Clashes yesterday near Kindrashivka, Zahryzove and towards Petropavlivka in Kupyansk direction. Oleg Syniehubov, Head of Kharkiv RMA, provides video and photo updates on the aftermath of strikes, consistent with previous reports of damages and ongoing emergency response. UAF Air Force reports RUF strike UAVs on northern and eastern Kharkiv Oblast, with engagement ongoing. Colonelcassad reports 5 enemy UAVs destroyed by FPV drones "VT-40" in Kharkiv direction. "Сливочный каприз" posts photo of engagement in Kupyansk - Peschanoye direction. Colonelcassad (RUF source) claims "Chernika" loitering munitions were used for the first time against targets in Kharkiv (CONFIDENCE: MEDIUM). UAF Air Force reports enemy UAVs in Kharkiv Oblast, with engagement ongoing. Oleg Syniehubov posts multiple photos with the caption "Наші люди вдома. Більшість із них перебувала в російському полоні ще з 2022 року," related to a prisoner exchange. UAF Air Force reports enemy UAVs on Kharkiv Oblast. OTU "Kharkiv" posts photos with the same caption about "Our people are home." Oleg Syniehubov reports RUF struck civilian residents of Kupiansk. Operatsiya Z posts photo message claiming RUF occupied Melove and Stroevka, creating another Kharkiv bridgehead. "Зона СВО" posts video claiming destruction of fortified enemy positions in Kharkiv direction. DeepState posts map showing the situation in Milove. UAF Air Force reports threat of RUF strike UAVs in Kharkiv Oblast. Operatsiya Z (Русской Весны) posts a video claiming destruction of UAF equipment in Kupiansk by "Groza" system. UAF Air Force reports UAV in northern Balakliya, Kharkiv Oblast, moving west/northwest. Oleg Syniehubov posts photo welcoming POWs home. UAF Air Force reports UAV from Kharkiv Oblast moving towards Poltava Oblast. UAF Air Force reports UAV from Kharkiv Oblast moving towards Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. MoD Russia posts video of Tsentr Group EW specialists covering column routes, implies active operations in a conflict zone, possibly Kharkiv. Дневник Десантника🇷🇺 posts a photo message captioned "Харьковское направление," which does not include additional text, indicating continued RUF focus on this area. OTU "Харків"🇺🇦 posts a video featuring Ukrainian soldiers undergoing training, including firearms, anti-tank grenade launcher use, and discussion of combat stress, emphasizing combat readiness. Oleg Syniehubov posts multiple photos are civilian content showing a political/diplomatic meeting. Colonelcassad posts new video from Kharkiv direction claiming FPV drones "KVN" and "VT-40" hit UAF equipment, including a US HMMWV towing a howitzer, with visual evidence of destroyed vehicles. Oleg Syniehubov's video is a formal ceremony, not battlefield information. UAF Air Force reports RUF strike UAV threat on Kharkiv Oblast. Operatsiya Z posts video of a MaxxPro MRAP hit in the 36th Army's area of responsibility. Операция Z (Русской Весны) posts a map claiming "Армия России наступает в Харьковская области, продвигаясь на ряде участков," implying ground advances. UAF Air Force reports KAB launches by RUF tactical aviation on Kharkiv Oblast from the east. Oleg Syniehubov reports a Shahed drone impact in Chuhuiv. ЦАПЛІЄНКО_UKRAINE FIGHTS corroborates Shahed impact in Chuhuiv. Операция Z (Русской Весны) claims a large fire in Chuhuiv after a "Geranium" strike, with accompanying photos. Oleg Syniehubov reports that the number of injured due to the enemy strike on Chuhuiv has increased to three. RBK-Ukraina corroborates the increase in casualties in Chuhuiv to three. Оперативний ЗСУ posts a video showing a truck fire in Lipetsk Oblast, captioned as having destroyed 6 military vehicles, including an "Akhmat" and 5 "UAZiks." Военкор Котенок posts photo message claiming "В Чугуеве (Харьковская область) мощное зарево после работы "Гераней" по целям в городе." Colonelcassad posts video of combat work by 380th Motorized Rifle Regiment in Lyptsi direction, showing drone footage of infantry group under artillery/mortar fire. New Update: ASTRA reports 5 injured in Kharkiv Oblast from evening attacks, citing local authorities. New message: TASS reports Marochko claims RUF forces are blockading all UAF logistics in Kupiansk and encircling the city. UAF Air Force reports enemy UAVs active in Kharkiv, Zaporizhzhia, and Dnipropetrovsk Oblasts, with engagement ongoing. UAF Air Force reports KAB/KAR launches by RUF tactical aviation in Kharkiv Oblast. New message: TASS reports that UAF are asking their command to prepare for the defense of Velykyi Burluk in Kharkiv Oblast after RUF liberated Melove (03:26:26Z). New message: General Staff of UAF publishes infographic on operational situation as of 06:00 05.07.2025. New message: General Staff of UAF publishes infographic on operational situation as of 06:00 05.07.2025. New message: Операция Z reports that Russian forces have taken Melove in Kharkiv Oblast to expand their bridgehead on the right bank of the Oskil River, citing DS (DeepState). New message: General Staff of UAF posts a photo message summarizing the operational situation as of 08:00 05.07.2025, with text "Оперативна інформація станом на 08:00 05.07.2025 щодо російського вторгнення". New message: Oleg Syniehubov reports 6 settlements in Kharkiv Oblast were struck over the past day. This is an updated number from the previously reported 9 settlements. New message: Оперативний ЗСУ reports 11 injured, including 2 children, from a massed UAV strike on Chuhuiv, Kharkiv Oblast. This is a significant increase from previous reports. New message: РБК-Україна posts an "Immediate Assessment" including a logo for "ДСНС Харківщини" (State Emergency Service of Ukraine for Kharkiv region). This confirms the involvement of emergency services in BDA and response operations. New message: ЦАПЛІЄНКО_UKRAINE FIGHTS posts multiple photos with the caption "В Чугуєві досі ліквідовують пожежу на одному з обʼєктів міста, яка сталася після влучання російських дронів." These photos show firefighters engaged in suppressing a large blaze at a damaged building, confirming significant post-strike fire and emergency response efforts. New message: Liveuamap Source reports Russian aviation conducted airstrikes at Vilkhuvatka of Kharkiv region. New message: Liveuamap Source reports clashes yesterday near Vovchansk, Hlyboke, Zelene, Kamyanka and towards Kutkivka in South Slobozhansky direction. New message: Liveuamap Source reports clashes yesterday near Holubivka, Zahryzove and Zelenyy Hay in Kupyansk direction. New message: Colonelcassad reports a map showing a fire in Chuhuiv at a local oil depot after drone attacks (07:17:01Z, 07:17:01Z, 07:17:01Z, 07:17:02Z, 07:17:02Z). New message: Colonelcassad posts video of the oil depot in Chuhuiv after "Geranium" strike on July 5, 2025, showing smoke (07:27:01Z, 07:27:01Z, 07:27:02Z). New message: Офіс Генерального прокурора posts multiple photos indicating casualties and damage from enemy strikes in Kharkiv Oblast. New message: Дневник Десантника🇷🇺 posts a photo of an artistic depiction of a fire at night, implying a strike on an ammunition depot in Chuhuiv. New message: Kadyrov_95 posts video claiming destruction of a fortified firing point in Kharkiv direction by "Akhmat" special forces. New message: Военкор Котенок posts a video showing a large plume of smoke and fire in Chuhuiv, confirming a direct hit on a fuel depot after evening-night strikes. New message: RBK-Ukraina reports that Syrsky says the enemy is attacking 10 times a day in the South Slobozhanskyi direction. New message: Дневник Десантника🇷🇺 reports RUF forces advanced west of Vyshneve and cleared a forest area between Zelenyy Hay and Vyshneve in the Kupiansk direction. New message: Олег Синєгубов, голова Харківської ОДА, posts photo message related to a state program for acquiring apartments/houses. This is civilian information, not military. New message: РБК-Україна reports an impact on a Nova Poshta branch in Chuhuiv. New message: Poddubny |Z|О|V| edition reports that UAF is hastily preparing for the defense of Velykyi Burluk in Kharkiv Oblast, as it is a supply route for the Ukrainian grouping in Kupiansk. After the liberation of Melove, the offensive operation of the "Sever" grouping forces in the northern part of Kupyansk district is forcing UAF command to redeploy reserves, mainly drone specialists. New message: ОТУ "Харків"🇺🇦 posts a video (07:47:21Z, 07:47:22Z) showcasing a Ukrainian soldier, Bogdan 'Teren', from the 58th Separate Motorized Brigade, highlighting his role as a military driver and drone operator, emphasizing the demanding conditions and importance of teamwork. New message: Генеральний штаб ЗСУ provides operational information as of 16:00 05.07.2025 regarding Russian invasion. New message: Oleg Syniehubov shares Zelenskiy's video message about scaling up defense production and long-range drones, indicating alignment with national strategy. New message: RBK-Ukraina reports ☀️ Україну накрила сильна спека: як розпізнати тепловий удар і врятувати життя which is a public health advisory, not military. New message: Военкор Котенок posts a video titled "The guys are leaving... because they don't have time to pull out." New message: Воин DV video captioned "🔠🔠🔠🔠🔠🔠🔠🔠🔠" shows first-person drone/vehicle footage in a wooded area, likely reconnaissance, with a target vehicle obscured by foliage, and smoke/dust suggesting recent activity. The 'Z' symbol is present. New message: Дневник Десантника🇷🇺 posts photo message captioned "Kharkiv direction." This indicates continued RUF focus on this axis. New message: Повітряні Сили ЗС України / Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports KABs on Kharkiv Oblast! This confirms continued RUF use of glide bombs. Confidence: HIGH (KAB usage, airstrikes, clashes, UAV threat, UAF equipment losses, casualties), MEDIUM (Melove/Stroevka liberation claim, Oskil strikes, "Chernika" claim, Kupiansk encirclement claim, Velykyi Burluk defense preparation - no UAF confirmation).
Kryvyi Rih (Dnipropetrovsk Oblast): Oleksandr Vilkul reports the situation in Kryvyi Rih is controlled as of morning 04.07.25. UAF Air Force reports threat of RUF strike UAVs (mopeds). Oleksandr Vilkul reports an explosion in Kryvyi Rih due to a Shahed attack. Nikolaevskiy Vanek reports 2 morning Shaheds towards Kryvyi Rih. ЦАПЛІЄНКО_UKRAINE FIGHTS posts video of explosions in Dnipro and Kryvyi Rih. RUF claims new targets hit in Kryvyi Rih with "Geraniums" without AD opposition. UAF Air Force reports threat of aviation weapons use in Kryvyi Rih. Oleksandr Vilkul confirms UAV hit Kryvyi Rih causing fire. RBK-Ukraina reports UAV hit Kryvyi Rih. Nikolaevskiy Vanek reports KABs flew towards Kryvyi Rih. UAF Air Force reports alerts for Kryvyi Rih. STERNENKO reports Kryvyi Rih under combined attack. RBK-Ukraina reports repeated explosions. Operatsiya Z (RUF source) claims strikes on enemy objects in Kryvyi Rih, with part of city without power. RBK-Ukraina reports power outages in Kryvyi Rih. Oleksandr Vilkul confirms 6 non-serious casualties (previously 3). Oleksandr Vilkul states high-speed tram in Kryvyi Rih will be non-operational for several hours due to attack. Operatsiya Z (RUF source) claims a FAB with UMPK was used for the first time in Kryvyi Rih, showing a plume of dark smoke. Serhiy Lysak / Dnipropetrovsk RMA reports 6 men injured in Kryvyi Rih. Oleksandr Vilkul reports full restoration of trolleybus movement. RBK-Ukraina reports RUF attacked Kryvyi Rih with a Su-34, type of target is being established. Operatyvnyi ZSU reports Air Command "East" commented on the information about a KAB hitting Kryvyi Rih. Poddubny |Z|О|V| edition posts video claiming FAB hit industrial zone in Kryvyi Rih from 100km, without AD opposition. ASTRA reports 6 casualties in Kryvyi Rih. RBK-Ukraina reports two rescuers among the injured in Kryvyi Rih. Два майора posts video showing a large plume of black smoke, claiming it's the first time a glide bomb has hit Kryvyi Rih. RBK-Ukraina posts photo discussing how Russia could strike Kryvyi Rih, suggesting it's unlikely a KAB. RBK-Ukraina reports full restoration of high-speed tram movement in Kryvyi Rih. Олександр Вілкул posts multiple photo messages indicating a formal ceremony, likely awards or recognition within a domestic setting. New explosion in Kryvyi Rih due to a Shahed attack reported by Vilkul. Олександр Вілкул reports impact on civilian infrastructure. РБК-Україна confirms strike on civilian infrastructure, with preliminary 2 injured. RUF "Операция Z" posts video claiming new strike on Kryvyi Rih causing smoke plume. Colonelcassad reports "Geranium" raids in Kryvyi Rih during the day, in addition to massed night attack. ЦАПЛІЄНКО_UKRAINE FIGHTS posts photo message "Удар в Кривому Розі: поранено двох людей, пошкоджено цивільний об'єкт." Alex Parker Returns posts video "Кривой Рог. Чугуний попал в кадр. Пролетел более 100 км и попал точно в цель. Быть добру!" confirming an impact and large smoke plume in Kryvyi Rih. Oleksandr Vilkul reports three wounded in Kryvyi Rih, one severe, two moderate. RBK-Ukraina confirms three wounded in Kryvyi Rih, one severe, two moderate. Дневник Десантника🇷🇺 posts video "ВС РФ нанесли удар по Кривому Рогу," showing a large smoke plume. Silvoborona Pivdnya Ukrainy reports enemy terror continues in Kherson, Nikopol, Kryvyi Rih with shelling, showing damaged SUV and residential buildings and describing a child with a headache. Oleksandr Vilkul reports 8 wounded in Kryvyi Rih (1 severe, 3 moderate, 3 light), previously 7. RBK-Україна reports 8 wounded in Kryvyi Rih. ЦАПЛІЄНКО_UKRAINE FIGHTS posts video showing a Shahed drone hitting Kryvyi Rih. ASTRA reports RUF attacked Kryvyi Rih for the second time in a day, confirming photos of damage. Serhiy Lysak / Dnipropetrovsk RMA posts multiple photo messages indicating a visit from a US delegation, including the President of the American Council on Foreign Policy, Herman Pirchner Jr. Oleksandr Vilkul reports 8 wounded in Kryvyi Rih. Serhiy Lysak / Dnipropetrovsk RMA posts multiple photos confirming 8 injured. New message: Oleksandr Vilkul reports that the situation in Kryvyi Rih is controlled as of morning 05.07.25, with no new strikes. New message: Liveuamap Source reports Russian aviation conducted airstrikes at Kryvyy Rih of Dnipropetrovsk region. New message: Дневник Десантника🇷🇺 posts a photo message with the caption "🪂 На Днепропетровском направлении наши войска зашли в Воскресенку." This is a RUF claim of ground advance in the Dnipropetrovsk region. New message: Colonelcassad posts video of Geraniums striking UAF positions in Stepanivka, including a PVD (temporary deployment point) of the 36th Marine Brigade. New message: STERNENKO video shows drone target and attack of a military vehicle, likely a tank, demonstrating effective strike against enemy armor. New message: Военкор Котенок posts a video titled "The guys are leaving... because they don't have time to pull out." Confidence: HIGH.
Kherson Oblast: General Staff of Armed Forces of Ukraine reports Ukrainian forces repelled 3 Russian army assaults in Kherson direction yesterday. Russian aviation conducted airstrikes at Mykolayivka of Kherson region. Nikolaevskiy Vanek reports ballistic missile towards Mykolaiv, then further towards Voznesensk. UAF Air Force reports high-speed target in Mykolaiv Oblast, northern course. STERNENKO also reports ballistic missile threat from Crimea. RBK-Ukraina reports explosion in Voznesensk. Nikolaevskiy Vanek posts video from Kinburn Spit with burning trees. Office of the General Prosecutor posts photos showing damage in Kherson Oblast from "enemy attacks." Шеф Hayabusa🫡🇺🇦 posts photos showing moldy bread in occupied Kakhovka, Kherson Oblast. БУТУСОВ ПЛЮС posts video claiming "Бойова підготовка калєч-полків триває повним ходом, готуються до форсування Дніпра за будь-яку ціну" (Battle training of "crippled regiments" is in full swing, preparing to cross the Dnipro at any cost) in temporarily occupied Southern Ukraine, indicating RUF intent. Operatyvnyi ZSU reports GUR destroyed three UAV operators from Dmitry Rogozin's unit in Kherson Oblast today. Silvoborona Pivdnya Ukrainy reports enemy terror in Kherson region with shelling, showing damaged SUV and residential buildings. Silvoborona Pivdnya Ukrainy reports continued shelling and damage in Kherson. Два майора video shows Russian forces conducting demining operations on approaches to islands in the Dnipro River in Kherson Oblast, implying ongoing riverine operations. Nikolaevskiy Vanek reports 25 Shahed drones are flying from the left bank through the Kinburn Spit towards Mykolaiv Oblast. Шеф Hayabusa🫡🇺🇦 reports many RUF Shaheds are meeting Odesa. Colonelcassad posts two videos showing Russian forces conducting demining operations on approaches to islands in the Dnipro River in Kherson Oblast. New message: General Staff of UAF publishes infographic on operational situation as of 06:00 05.07.2025. New message: General Staff of UAF publishes infographic on operational situation as of 06:00 05.07.2025. New message: General Staff of UAF provides operational information as of 08:00 05.07.2025. New message: Сили оборони Півдня України posts a photo message summarizing the operational situation as of 08:00 05.07.2025. New message: Liveuamap Source reports Russian aviation conducted airstrikes at Odradokamyanka of Kherson region. New message: Офіс Генерального прокурора posts multiple photos indicating casualties and damage from enemy strikes in Kherson Oblast. New message: БУТУСОВ ПЛЮС posts video showing UAF successfully evacuating two wounded soldiers via ground drone, despite a RUF FPV drone attack. New message: ASTRA reports two casualties in the occupied part of Kherson Oblast in the last 24 hours, and 33,000 residents are without power due to a UAF attack on a substation. This confirms infrastructure damage and civilian impact. New message: ASTRA reports RUF attacked a UAF ambulance with a drone in the Zaporizhzhia direction. New message: Военкор Котенок posts a video titled "The guys are leaving... because they don't have time to pull out." Confidence: HIGH.
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Zaporizhzhia Oblast: Zaporizhzhia Oblast Military Administration has issued an alert (Uvaha!), likely related to air threat from these UAVs, and has since issued an "all clear" (0352Z). Zaporizhzhia Oblast Military Administration reports RUF conducted 377 strikes on 11 settlements in the oblast over the past day. Serhiy Lysak / Dnipropetrovsk RMA reports 14 enemy UAVs were shot down over the oblast during the night and morning. UAF Air Force reports a threat of RUF strike UAVs in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast at 0618Z. General Staff of Armed Forces of Ukraine reports Russian aviation conducted airstrikes at Filiya, Dachne Dnipropetrovska oblasti. UAF Air Force reports UAV threat in Pavlohrad. UAF Air Force reports RUF reconnaissance UAVs in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, with engagement ongoing. UAF Air Force reports RUF strike UAVs on northern and southern Dnipropetropak Oblast, heading west. UAF Air Force reports UAV threat to Kryvyi Rih. Oleksandr Vilkul reports explosion in Kryvyi Rih due to Shahed attack. Nikolaevskiy Vanek reports 2 morning "mopeds" (Shaheds) towards Kryvyi Rih. RBK-Ukraina reports an explosion in Dnipro, with renewed explosions reported at 1000Z. RUF claims targets hit in Kryvyi Rih and "temporarily occupied Kramatorsk." UAF Air Force reports threat of aviation weapons use in Kryvyi Rih. Serhiy Lysak / Dnipropetrovsk RMA reports UAV hit Kryvyi Rih, causing fire. RBK-Ukraina reports UAV hit Kryvyi Rih. Nikolaevskiy Vanek reports KABs flew towards Kryvyi Rih. UAF Air Force reports alerts for Kryvyi Rih. UAF Air Force reports RUF UAV in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, engaged. RBK-Ukraina reports repeated explosions in Kryvyi Rih. Operatsiya Z (RUF source) claims strikes on enemy objects in Kryvyi Rih, with part of city without power. RBK-Ukraina reports power outages in Kryvyi Rih. Oleksandr Vilkul confirms 6 non-serious casualties (previously 3). Oleksandr Vilkul states high-speed tram in Kryvyi Rih will be non-operational for several hours due to attack. Operatsiya Z (RUF source) claims a FAB with UMPK was used for the first time in Kryvyi Rih, showing a plume of dark smoke. UAF Air Force reports enemy UAVs on Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. Oleksandr Vilkul reports full restoration of trolleybus movement in Kryvyi Rih. RBK-Ukraina reports RUF attacked Kryvyi Rih with a Su-34, type of target is being established. Operatyvnyi ZSU reports Air Command "East" commented on the information about a KAB hitting Kryvyi Rih, implying a denied or mitigated impact. Poddubny |Z|О|V| edition posts video claiming FAB hit industrial zone in Kryvyi Rih from 100km, without AD opposition. ASTRA reports 6 casualties in Kryvyi Rih. RBK-Ukraina reports two rescuers among the injured in Kryvyi Rih. Два майора posts video showing a large plume of black smoke, claiming it's the first time a glide bomb has hit Kryvyi Rih. UAF Air Force reports UAV threat in northern Balakliya, Kharkiv Oblast, moving west/northwest. Nikolaevskiy Vanek reports ballistic missile towards Samar. UAF Air Force issues shelter alert for Dnipro. Nikolaevskiy Vanek states ballistic missile threat is current. RBK-Ukraina reports explosions in Dnipro, with ballistic missile confirmed heading towards city. OPERATYVNYI ZSU reports explosions in Dnipro and Pavlohrad. STERNENKO confirms Dnipro/suburbs under ballistic missile attack. Операция Z (RUF source) posts photo claiming strike on Dnipro. OPERATYVNYI ZSU posts video of large smoke plume in Dnipro. Serhiy Lysak / Dnipropetrovsk RMA posts photo of an individual in distress, likely from an attack. UAF Air Force reports UAV from Kharkiv Oblast moving towards Poltava Oblast. UAF Air Force reports UAV from Kharkiv Oblast moving towards Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. UAF Air Force reports UAV on northern and southern Dnipropetropak Oblasts, course towards Dnipro. Serhiy Lysak / Dnipropetropak RMA posts multiple photo messages indicating a visit from a US delegation, including the President of the American Council on Foreign Policy, Herman Pirchner Jr. RBK-Ukraina reports a blackout at the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) caused by an enemy strike. TASS reports ZNPP is completely disconnected from external power, running on reserve generators. UAF Air Force reports RUF UAVs in Sumy and Zaporizhzhia, engaged. UAF Zaporizhzhia Oblast Military Administration reports 84-year-old man killed in Vasylivskyi district due to enemy attack. UAF Zaporizhzhia Oblast Military Administration posts video of Zaporizhzhia Regional Governor presenting state awards to police officers. Silvoborona Pivdnya Ukrainy reports continued shelling in Zaporizhzhia. Операция Z video claims engagement near Pokrovsk with Russian forces destroying tanks and NATO equipment. 🇺🇦 Запорізька обласна військова адміністрація 🇺🇦 reports a 54-year-old man wounded by enemy attack in frontline communities. TASS reports ZNPP power supply has been restored, and the 750 kV "Dniprovska" line is operational. TASS reports three casualties in Zaporizhzhia Oblast, including two children, one in serious condition, due to UAF attack. RBK-Ukraina confirms Ukrainian energy workers have saved ZNPP from another blackout. UAF Air Force reports KAB launches by RUF tactical aviation in Zaporizhzhia Oblast. Дневник Десантника🇷🇺 posts low-quality aerial footage of a settlement on the Zaporizhzhia front. Два майора posts a video claiming "Zaporizhzhia Front" with aerial footage of a settlement, likely from a drone. Zaporizhzhia Oblast Military Administration issues "Uvaha!" (Attention!) alert. TASS reports over 20,000 subscribers in Zaporizhzhia Oblast without electricity due to a UAF strike on energy infrastructure. Mash na Donbasse corroborates this. New message: UAF Zaporizhzhia Oblast Military Administration issues a new alert. UAF Air Force reports KAB/KAR launches by RUF tactical aviation in Zaporizhzhia Oblast. UAF Air Force reports enemy UAVs active in Kharkiv, Zaporizhzhia, and Dnipropetrovsk Oblasts, with engagement ongoing. UAF Zaporizhzhia Oblast Military Administration reports air raid alarm lifted. UAF Air Force reports updated information regarding enemy strike UAV movement. New message: Zaporizhzhia Oblast Military Administration reports all clear. New message: UAF Zaporizhzhia Oblast Military Administration reports a fatality (84 y/o male) and two wounded (54 y/o male, 10 y/o child) in Vasylivskyi district due to enemy attacks. New message: OPERATYVNYI ZSU posts a series of photos showing damaged civilian vehicles and structures, with a caption indicating that the enemy attacked Dnipropetrovsk Oblast during the night with artillery and UAVs. This new message confirms continued RUF attacks on Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, using both artillery and UAVs, and provides visual evidence of civilian infrastructure damage. New message: Дневник Десантника🇷🇺 posts a photo showing a heavily damaged structure or vehicle, with a caption "Днепропетровское направление." This suggests ongoing combat or attacks in the Dnipropetrovsk direction from a RUF perspective, likely damage caused by RUF. New message: TASS video claims RUF forces destroyed foreign mercenaries in Zaporizhzhia Oblast using "Geranium-2" drones. New message: 🇺🇦 Запорізька обласна військова адміністрація 🇺🇦 posts a video message showing a "Minute of Silence," commemorating fallen soldiers or victims of conflict. This is a symbolic act, not a direct battlefield update. New message: Liveuamap Source reports Russian aviation conducted airstrikes at Kamyanske, Veselyanka, Prymorske, Mala Tokmachka, Stepnohirsk, Bilohirya of Zaporizhzhia region. New message: Офіс Генерального прокурора posts multiple photos indicating casualties and damage from enemy strikes in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. New message: 🇺🇦 Запорізька обласна військова адміністрація 🇺🇦 posts multiple photo messages about military engagement. New message: ASTRA reports two casualties in the occupied part of Kherson Oblast in the last 24 hours, and 33,000 residents are without power due to a UAF attack on a substation. This is likely referring to the Zaporizhzhia/Kherson border area or a broader regional impact. New message: 🇺🇦 Запорізька обласна військова адміністрація 🇺🇦 posts video of a job fair for veterans in Zaporizhzhia, focusing on rehabilitation and reintegration. New message: 🇺🇦 Запорізька обласна військова адміністрація 🇺🇦 posts multiple photo messages of a civilian event with no military significance. New message: 🇺🇦 Запорізька обласна військова адміністрація 🇺🇦 posts a photo message about labor law compliance in frontline areas, civilian content. New message: Mash на Donbasse video reports on a sandstorm affecting Zaporizhzhia Oblast. New message: Дневник Десантника🇷🇺 reports UAF attacked an ambulance with drones in the Zaporizhzhia direction. New message: 🇺🇦 Запорізька обласна військова адміністрація 🇺🇦 posts a video with a weekly summary, detailing over 2800 strikes, damage to 170 buildings, 1.3 billion UAH in aid to military units (FPV drones, power supply units), housing certificates to 37 veterans, a job fair, and progress on grain harvest. New message: Zaporizhzhia Oblast Military Administration posts video about inclusive education centers, highlighting civilian resilience. New message: 🇺🇦 Запорізька обласна військова адміністрація 🇺🇦 reports Uvaga! (Attention!) alert. New message: 🇺🇦 Запорізька обласна військова адміністрація 🇺🇦 reports ✅ Відбій повітряної тривоги! New message: Повітряні Сили ЗС України / Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports ☄️ Загроза застосування балістичного озброєння з півдня! New message: 🇺🇦 Запорізька обласна військова адміністрація 🇺🇦 reports ‼️УВАГА! New message: Два майора video captioned "Zaporozhsky front" shows a drone's-eye view of a wooded area with signs of recent shelling/explosions, and an explosion within the treeline, confirming RUF activity and BDA. New message: Повітряні Сили ЗС України / Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports ☄️ Загроза застосування балістичного озброєння з півдня! This is a new, current ballistic missile threat from the south. Confidence: HIGH.
Khmelnytskyi Oblast: UAF Air Force reports threat of RUF strike UAVs. UAF Air Force reports Starokostiantyniv under threat from strike UAVs. Nikolaevskiy Vanek reports 4 "mopeds" flying towards Starokostiantyniv. Operatsiya Z (Русской Весны) claims ~40 "Geraniums" attacking Starokostiantyniv aviation base. New Update: Nikolaevskiy Vanek reports all 7 "mopeds" flying towards Starokostiantyniv have been intercepted. New message: General Staff of UAF published infographic on naval activity from UAF Navy (03:32:14Z). New message: UAF Air Force reports new RUF strike UAV threat on Khmelnytskyi Oblast. New message: UAF Air Force reports that Starokostiantyniv is under threat from enemy strike UAVs. New message: РБК-Україна reports that 42 drones were neutralized over Khmelnytskyi Oblast (07:15:01Z). New message: НгП раZVедка claims a massed strike of 200 attack UAVs on Starokostiantyniv airfield last night. New message: Оперативний ЗСУ reports Khmelnytskyi Oblast is changing the procedure for announcing air raid alerts for UAVs starting July 7. New message: РБК-Україна reports Khmelnytskyi Oblast is changing the procedure for announcing air raid alerts. New message: Nikolaevskiy Vanek reports "Kinzhal" approaching Starkon. New message: Повітряні Сили ЗС України / Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports missile course towards Starokostiantyniv! New message: Оперативний ЗСУ reports course towards Starokostiantyniv! New message: ЦАПЛІЄНКО_UKRAINE FIGHTS reports missile course towards Starokostiantyniv - UAF Air Force. New message: Николаевский Ванёк reports "Kinzhal" approaching Starkon field. New message: Николаевский Ванёк reports another "minus" (interception). New message: РБК-Україна reports this missile also on course towards Starokostiantyniv. New message: Военкор Котенок reports third explosion in an hour at Starokostiantyniv airfield in Khmelnytskyi Oblast. New message: Операция Z (Русской Весны) reports hypersonic "Kinzhal" strike on Starokostiantyniv airfield. New message: WarGonzo reports RUF Aerospace Forces struck Starokostiantyniv airfield with 2 Kinzhals. New message: Повітряні Сили ЗС України / Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports Відбій загрози по МіГ-31К. New message: РБК-Україна reports UPD. Відбій загрози по МіГ-31К. New message: Оперативний ЗСУ reports Пішли відбої. New message: РБК-Україна reports "Kinzhal" attack on Starokostiantyniv was without consequences. This is a critical UAF BDA, suggesting successful AD or no impact. Confidence: HIGH.
Vinnytsia Oblast: UAF Air Force reports current primary groups of drones are in Vinnytsia, Zhytomyr, Kyiv, and Cherkasy Oblasts. New message: General Staff of UAF publishes infographic on operational situation as of 06:00 05.07.2025. New message: General Staff of UAF publishes infographic on operational situation as of 06:00 05.07.2025. New message: General Staff of UAF provides operational information as of 08:00 05.07.2025. New message: Генеральний штаб ЗСУ provides operational information as of 16:00 05.07.2025 regarding Russian invasion. Confidence: HIGH.
Cherkasy Oblast: UAF Air Force reports current primary groups of drones are in Vinnytsia, Zhytomyr, Kyiv, and Cherkasy Oblasts. New message: General Staff of UAF publishes infographic on operational situation as of 06:00 05.07.2025. New message: General Staff of UAF publishes infographic on operational situation as of 06:00 05.07.2025. New message: General Staff of UAF provides operational information as of 08:00 05.07.2025. New message: Генеральний штаб ЗСУ provides operational information as of 16:00 05.07.2025 regarding Russian invasion. Confidence: HIGH.
Chuvashia (RU): New Update: TASS and RBK-Ukraina confirm a UAV attack on Cheboksary (Chuvashia). Операция Z (Русской Весны) reports enemy attacking Chuvashia. New messages: RBK-Ukraina posts video of smoke plumes from explosions in Cheboksary, possibly near a botanical garden. ASTRA posts video of a UAV attack on Cheboksary near a large industrial building, confirming an aircraft visible before the explosion. ASTRA reports mobile internet disruptions in Cheboksary after UAV attack. ASTRA posts video confirming smoke plume near a factory in Cheboksary. ASTRA posts video of fire from Cheboksary UAV attack. OPERATYVNYI ZSU posts multiple videos of explosions and smoke plumes in urban/industrial areas, including one showing an aircraft before explosion, captioned "Opa! Syuda letit, syuda letit ✈️" (It's flying here, it's flying here). ASTRA posts photos/videos of fire in Cheboksary, near Vutherm boiler factory, after UAV attack, and video of a large industrial fire. New message: TASS reports UAV fell on vacant VNIIR building and damaged a warehouse under construction. New message: ASTRA reports head of Chuvashia confirmed attack on JSC "VNIIR-Progress" and that production is still halted since June. New message: Шеф Hayabusa🫡🇺🇦 posts multiple videos confirming a large industrial fire with black smoke and an aerial event followed by an explosion in Cheboksary, Chuvashia, captioning it "Good drones visited Cheboksary, Chuvashia." New message: Operatyvnyi ZSU reports that traffic has been blocked in Cheboksary near "VNIIR-Progress," and the governor has confirmed a UAV attack on the enterprise. New message: Colonelcassad posts multiple videos of an industrial fire and explosions, identified as a "Geranium" strike on a facility in Cheboksary, Chuvashia, 07/05/2025. New message: Оперативний ЗСУ reports UAF struck the "VNIIR-Progress" military-industrial complex in Cheboksary, Chuvashia, citing the General Staff. New message: RBK-Ukraina reports UAF struck a factory in Cheboksary that produces antennas for Shaheds and missiles. New message: STERNENKO posts photo message and tactical analysis report claiming UAF struck a military-industrial complex in Cheboksary that produces antennas for Shaheds, Iskanders, and glide bombs. Confidence: HIGH.
Saratov Oblast (RU): New message: ASTRA reports UAV attack on a military airfield in Engels, Saratov Oblast. ASTRA reports residents of Engels, Saratov Oblast, report attack on military airfield. New message: General Staff of UAF published infographic on naval activity from UAF Navy (03:32:14Z). New message: General Staff of UAF published infographic on naval activity from UAF Navy (03:32:14Z). New message: TASS reports that restrictions on aircraft reception and departure have been lifted at Saratov airport. Confidence: HIGH.
Voronezh Oblast (RU): STERNENKO reports Voronezh as one of the Oblasts under "drone safety" alerts. RBK-Ukraina and ASTRA report drone attack and explosions in Borisoglebsk (Voronezh Oblast). RBK-Ukraina video shows lights/flares in Borisoglebsk. Операция Z (Русской Весны) reports enemy attacking Voronezh Oblast. New message: ASTRA posts multiple photo messages and statements related to a fire near BorisoGlebsk military airfield in Voronezh Oblast, citing NASA FIRMS (03:04:40Z, 03:04:41Z). RBK-Ukraina posts similar reports about the BorisoGlebsk fire (03:18:52Z, 03:18:53Z). New message: OPERATYVNYI ZSU posts video and photos confirming a UAV strike on the RUF military airfield in BorisoGlebsk, Voronezh Oblast, with confirmed misses. New message: TASS reports that over 25 UAVs were destroyed in four districts of Voronezh Oblast last night, citing the governor. New message: ASTRA confirms that the governor of Voronezh Oblast reported more than 25 UAVs destroyed over four districts in the oblast last night. New message: Генеральний штаб ЗСУ posts photos reporting "BorisoHlebsk airfield struck." New message: РБК-Україна posts photos reporting "SSO struck BorisoHlebsk airfield." New message: Оперативний ЗСУ posts photos reporting "SSO struck BorisoHlebsk airfield." New message: STERNENKO posts photos reporting "General Staff: BorisoHlebsk airfield struck." New message: Шеф Hayabusa🫡🇺🇦 posts photos reporting "BorisoHlebsk airfield struck." New message: ЦАПЛІЄНКО_UKRAINE FIGHTS posts photos reporting "BorisoHlebsk airfield struck." New message: Fighterbomber reports an attack on "Bebsk" (likely Borisoglebsk) airfield with an image from UAF General Staff, confirming damage. New message: НгП раZVедка reports Ukrainian media claims about mass destruction of Russian Aerospace Forces aircraft at Borisoglebsk airfield are false. Confidence: HIGH.
1.2. Weather and Environmental Factors Affecting Operations
1.3. Current Force Dispositions and Control Measures
RUF Dispositions:
RUF Control Measures:
1.5. Key Terrain Observations:
2.1. Enemy Capabilities, Intentions, and Courses of Action
Capabilities:
Intentions:
Courses of Action (COA):
2.2. Recent Tactical Changes or Adaptations
2.3. Logistics and Sustainment Status
2.4. Command and Control Effectiveness
3.1. Ukrainian Force Posture and Readiness
3.2. Recent Tactical Successes or Setbacks
Successes:
Setbacks:
3.3. Resource Requirements and Constraints
4.1. Propaganda and Disinformation Campaigns
RUF Narratives:
UAF Narratives:
4.2. Public Sentiment and Morale Factors
4.3. International Support and Diplomatic Developments
5.1. Most Likely Enemy Courses of Action (MLCOA)
5.2. Most Dangerous Enemy Courses of Action (MDCOA)
5.3. Timeline Estimates and Decision Points
END OF REPORT
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