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The Kharkivska region in Ukraine remains a pivotal battleground where ongoing conflicts and military operations define its current state. Russian occupiers continue to make attempts to expand their control, especially aiming to bypass Vovchansk and advance around Kupiansk. Despite being under siege, Kupiansk witnesses steadfast operations by Ukrainian forces to secure the area. Recent reports highlight that the occupiers are hiding in high-rise buildings and basements, but Ukrainian defenders are actively countering these threats. The Khartiia brigade, along with unmanned systems, has been instrumental in these efforts, successfully eliminating enemy advances with precision strikes. The region also grapples with frequent strikes, impacting civilians and infrastructure, underscoring the critical nature of its liberation. Strategies, such as setting up anti-drone nets, are in place to mitigate enemy advancements and enhance local defenses.

What current military strategies are employed in Kharkivska region?

In Kharkivska region, Ukrainian forces are utilizing comprehensive military strategies, including counteroffensive operations and precision drone strikes, to resist Russian advancements. The use of anti-drone nets and coordinated efforts by different military brigades, such as the Khartiia, have been significant in repelling enemy forces and securing key locations like Kupiansk against further infiltration.

How are UAVs contributing to the operations in the Kharkivska region?

UAVs have become a crucial component of military operations in the Kharkivska region. They provide invaluable reconnaissance and tactical advantages, allowing Ukrainian forces to conduct precise strikes against enemy positions and movements. These drones enhance situational awareness, facilitating more effective responses to enemy activities and significantly impacting the success of defense operations in areas like Kupiansk.

How is Kupiansk being secured by Ukrainian forces?

In Kupiansk, Ukrainian forces are conducting a phased operation to liberate the area from Russian control. They are systematically encircling and isolating enemy troops, preventing their re-supply and evacuation. This strategic approach allows them to minimize civilian casualties while steadily driving out occupiers and restoring Ukrainian control over the region, bolstered by local military brigades and international support.

What challenges are civil populations facing in the Kharkivska region?

Civilian populations in the Kharkivska region face numerous challenges, including frequent shelling and infrastructure damage caused by ongoing military conflicts. This environment has resulted in casualties, displacement, and limited access to essential services. The Ukrainian government and humanitarian organizations are actively working to provide relief and support to affected communities, striving to mitigate the impact of these adversities.

What is the significance of Vovchansk in the current conflict?

The city of Vovchansk holds strategic importance in the ongoing conflict within the Kharkivska region. It is a location that Russian forces aim to maneuver around in order to extend their control zone. Despite these challenges, Ukrainian forces are maintaining a stable defense, countering infiltration attempts to ensure that the area remains under Ukrainian control, which is vital for regional security and maintaining defensive lines against further encroachments.

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Aftermath of UAV strikes on Chuhuiv Russian missile strike on Chuhuiv kills woman, injures four (updated) On May 23, Russian forces shelled the city of Chuhuiv in the Kharkiv region, killing one woman. 1 680 4 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kharkiv region

war 3rd SAB fighters destroy dozens of occupiers’ armored vehicles in Kharkiv region using drones donated by Kyiv community. VIDEO Using drones provided by the Kyiv community, soldiers of the 3rd Separate Assault Brigade of the Ukrainian Armed Forces destroyed dozens of units of Russian heavy armored equipment in the Kharkiv region. 1 746 1 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Drones for the Defence Forces from the Kyiv community

Shelling of Kupiansk on 23 May 2025. One person killed Ruscists shell Kupiansk, killing two utility workers. PHOTO (updated) In the morning, the Russian occupiers struck Kupiansk with a guided aerial bomb. 1 303 8 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kharkiv region Shelling of Kupiansk

war Border guards destroy enemy electronic warfare command post "Diabazol" in Kharkiv region. VIDEO Border guards from the Phoenix UAV unit struck a command post of the R-330M1P "Diabazol" electronic warfare system in the Kharkiv region. 1 542 2 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of Russian equipment

Drone attack on Pechenihy Aftermath of Russian strikes in Kharkiv region: large-scale fires, destroyed equipment, one injured. PHOTOS Russian drones attacked civilian facilities in the village of Pechenihy, Kharkiv region, sparking large-scale fires at multiple locations. 1 141 2 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kharkiv region

Strike on the Kharkiv region on 23 May In morning, occupiers struck Pechenihy in Kharkiv region with UAV: man was injured. PHOTO On 23 May, at around 4:00 a.m., enemy attack drones hit the village of Pechenyhy, Chuhuiv district. 815 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kharkiv region

destruction of Solntsepyok Kamikaze drone hits Russian TOS-1A "Solntsepyok" MRLS near Vovchansk. VIDEO Drone operators from the State Border Guard Service used a kamikaze drone to set fire to an enemy TOS-1A "Solntsepyok" flamethrower system near Vovchansk. 6 335 12 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

General Staff summary Russia carried out 150 shelling of border areas of Chernihiv, Sumy, and Kharkiv regions in day, - OC "North" Over the past day, Russian troops fired about 150 times at the border areas of the Chernihiv, parts of Sumy, and Kharkiv regions. A total of 386 explosions were recorded. 312 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kharkiv region Shelling of Sumy region Shelling of Chernihiv region

explosion Explosion occured in Kharkiv, building damaged - mayor (updated) On the night of 22 May, Russians attacked Kharkiv, and an explosion occurred in the city. 1 443 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kharkiv

drone Russian UAV crashes near residential building in Kharkiv In the afternoon of Wednesday, May 21, a Russian drone crashed near a residential building in the Industrialnyi district of Kharkiv. 1 420 1 Previously in trend: Drone attack on Kharkiv

Shelling of Kupiansk district Occupiers strike residential area of Kupiansk district with GABs: one person killed, four injured. PHOTOS On the afternoon of Wednesday, May 21, Russian forces struck residential areas in the Kupiansk district using guided aerial bombs (GABs) and multiple launch rocket systems (MLRS). According to preliminary reports, one person was killed and four others were injured. 522 4 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kupiansk district

Fighting in the south Russia rotating troops and pulling in reserves near Vovchansk and Dvorichna - OTG "Kharkiv". VIDEO Russian troops continue to rotate assault units and accumulate reserves in the Kharkiv region, in particular in the areas of the city of Vovchansk and the village of Dvorichna. 1 562 3 Previously in trend: Hostilities in Kharkiv region

Russian strike on Kupiansk-Vuzlovyi Occupiers struck apartment building in Kupiansk-Vuzlovyi with aerial bomb, injuring two women. PHOTOS An aerial bomb struck a residential apartment building in the settlement of Kupiansk-Vuzlovyi, Kharkiv region, causing injuries and destruction. 708 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kharkiv region

SRG tried to break through the border Russian troops tried to cross border toward Stroivka in Kharkiv region. Assault group was eliminated, no infiltration allowed - OSGT "Khortytsia" Yesterday, on May 20, 2025, Russian troops once again attempted to cross the state border of Ukraine in the direction of Stroyivka. Assault group was eliminated, and infiltration into the Kharkiv region was prevented. 1 074 3

shelling of the Kharkiv region Occupiers shell Kupiansk with artillery: three women injured, residential buildings damaged. PHOTOS On the afternoon of Tuesday, May 20, Russian occupation forces carried out an artillery strike on the city of Kupiansk in the Kharkiv region. As a result of the attack, three women suffered acute stress reactions. 383 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kupiansk

Explosion reported in Kharkiv on May 20, 2025 Russians attack Kharkiv’s Shevchenkivskyi district with UAV An explosion was reported in Kharkiv following a strike by a Russian-operated UAV. 1 079 3 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kharkiv

Situation at frontline Enemy tried to break through our defences near Kostiantynopil and Bahatyr, - OSGT "Khortytsia" Yesterday, 19 May 2025, Russian troops unsuccessfully tried to advance in the Kharkiv direction in Vovchansk. 750 0

war Fighters of 3rd SAB hit quad bike, ’loaf’, generator, and struck ammo depot, which went up in air. VIDEO Soldiers from the 3rd Separate Assault Brigade eliminated Russian infantry in trenches and open fields in the Kharkiv region. They also struck a quad bike, a ‘loaf’ (UAZ - ed.note) van, and a generator. In addition, they attacked an ammunition depot, which went up in the air along with enemy personnel. 2 847 1 Previously in trend: Situation at front

Consequences of the shelling of Kupiansk district Two injured in Russian strike on Kupiansk district – Prosecutor’s Office. PHOTOS On May 19, Russian armed forces carried out an airstrike on the village of Starovirivka in the Kupiansk district. 399 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kupiansk district

colaborer Former OPFL deputy, who worked for enemy during occupation of Dvorichna, sentenced in absentia A former MP from the OPFL, who collaborated with the occupiers during the occupation of Dvorichna in the Kharkiv region, was sentenced to 10 years. 1 217 2 Previously in trend: Disclosure of collaborators

General Staff report Russia massively uses buggies and motorcycles in Kupiansk direction to avoid drone strikes - "Kharkiv" OTG In the Kupiansk direction, Russians are using buggies, armored vehicles and motorcycles to move quickly between positions to avoid air strikes. 814 4 Previously in trend: Fighting in the Kupіansk direction

Occupiers attacked Kharkiv with Molniya again In morning, enemy attacked Kyivskyi district of Kharkiv with "Molniya" drone On 19 May, at around 11:07, the enemy attacked the Kyivskyi district of Kharkiv with a "Molniya" UAV. 1 508 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kharkiv

Consequences of shelling in Donetsk region Ruscists fired on three districts of Donetsk region: two people were wounded and civilian infrastructure was damaged. PHOTOS Yesterday, on 18 May 2025, Russian troops fired on three districts of Donetsk region. 507 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

war Ukrainian defenders destroyed enemy vehicle, two surveillance cameras and three Russian positions in Kharkiv region. VIDEO Border guards of the 4th Kharkiv Detachment in the Kharkiv region destroyed an enemy vehicle, two surveillance cameras and three enemy positions using FPV drones. 3 652 0 Previously in trend: Situation at front

Kharkiv region, Kupiansk Russians dropped FAB-500 bombs on residential area of Kupiansk: three people were injured. PHOTOS Three civilians were injured as a result of another enemy attack on Kupiansk. 1 172 4 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kupiansk

Shelling of the Kharkiv region on 16 May Day in the Kharkiv region: enemy shelled 10 settlements, leaving one dead and several wounded. PHOTO Over the past day, on 16 May, 10 settlements in the Kharkiv region came under enemy attack. The Russians fired unguided aerial missiles, GABs, and attacked with drones of various types. 529 3 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kharkiv region

General Staff Occupiers, motorbikes, and ATVs destroyed: 92nd SAB repels enemy attack in Kharkiv region. VIDEO On the morning of May 15, soldiers of the 92nd Separate Assault Brigade (SAB) named after Ivan Sirko repelled an enemy assault by Russian forces in the Kharkiv direction. 2 842 6 Previously in trend: Hostilities in Kharkiv region Fighting in Kharkiv direction

General Staff Armed Forces of Ukraine successfully repelled assault attacks of occupiers in Kharkiv region and other directions - OSGT "Khortytsia" Russian occupiers have intensified assault operations in the Kharkiv direction, conducting probing attacks near Kudiivka and Vysoka Yaruha, and launched an attack on Ukrainian positions in Vovchansk. 425 0 Previously in trend: Fighting in Kharkiv direction

Shelling of Kupiansk on May 16, 2025. A woman died Ruscists hit Kupiansk with FPV drone: woman died, 4 people were injured Russian invaders shelled Kupiansk in the Kharkiv region in the morning, leaving one dead and four wounded. 471 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kharkiv region Shelling of Kupiansk

Fighting near Lyptsi Russian army has increased pressure in Lyptsi area, fighting is still ongoing - OTG "Kharkiv" The Russian army attacked near Lyptsi using armored vehicles and motorcycles, and the infantry was able to hasten. 1 123 0 Previously in trend: Fighting in Kharkiv direction

Consequences of the shelling of Kupiansk-Vuzlovyi on 13 May One person injured in Russian airstrike on Kupiansk-Vuzlovyi. PHOTOS On May 14, at approximately 3:20 p.m., Russian forces carried out an airstrike on the settlement of Kupiansk-Vuzlovyi. 448 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kupiansk district

Two Russian soldiers were captured by the State Border Guard Service in the Kupiansk direction. Posing as Ukrainian troops: Two ruscists captured on Kupiansk direction. VIDEO Soldiers from the "Pomsta" Brigade captured two servicemen from the Russian military unit "Storm-Z" on the Kupiansk direction. 7 206 19 Previously in trend: captured occupiers

A man was killed in a Russian air strike in Kupiansk Russians dropped FAB-1500 on Kupiansk - man was killed. PHOTOS On 14 May, a civilian was killed in an enemy air strike on Kupiansk. 1 844 0

AFU Russians carried out 155 shellings of Chernihiv, Sumy, and Kharkiv regions in day - OC "North" Over the past day, Russian troops fired 155 times at the border areas of the Chernihiv, Sumy, and Kharkiv regions. A total of 318 explosions were recorded. 352 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kharkiv region Shelling of Sumy region Shelling of Chernihiv region

KAB attack Russian forces strike Kupiansk district with KABs: two dead, four more injured. PHOTOS (updated) On the afternoon of Tuesday, 13 May, Russian invaders struck Nechvolodivka in the Kindrashivka community of the Kharkiv region with guided aerial bombs. 1 198 2 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kupiansk district

Molniya, drone Russians strike Kharkiv’s Kholodnohirskyi district with UAV for second time In the evening of Tuesday, May 13, Russian forces attacked the Kholodnohirskyi district of Kharkiv. An explosion rocked the city. 984 2 Previously in trend: Drone attack on Kharkiv

Russian forces attack Kharkiv region with Molniya again Russian forces attack central Kharkiv with Molniya-type UAV (updated) On the afternoon of May 13, Russian forces carried out a strike using a Molniya-type UAV on Kharkiv’s Kholodnohirskyi district. 1 383 6

Evacuation in the Kharkiv region 98 people remain on left bank of Kupiansk, there is no communication and no possibility to restore it - RMA The evacuation of the population continues in the Kharkiv region, and the situation is difficult in the Borivske direction, where another 1500 people remain. 787 2

Australian volunteer killed in Ukraine. What is known Australian volunteer killed near Izium in Kharkiv region A volunteer with a humanitarian organisation from Australia was killed near Izium in the Kharkiv region. 2 056 5

Russian assault troops in Vovchansk Machine gunner eliminates assault group of five occupiers in Vovchansk. VIDEO A machine gunner killed five Russian stormtroopers during a street battle in Vovchansk, Kharkiv region. 17 165 30 Previously in trend: Destruction of the occupiers

Shelling of Kharkiv region on 11 May Consequences of enemy shelling in Kharkiv region: five people wounded. PHOTOS Over the past day, Izium, Bohodukhiv, Kupyansk and Kharkiv districts were under enemy fire. The occupiers used guided aerial bombs, UAVs and MLRS against the civilian population. 419 2 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kharkiv region

elimination of African mercenary of Putin’s army Drone catches up with African mercenary of Russian army in field. VIDEO A Ukrainian drone operator eliminated an African mercenary of the Russian army in the Kupyansk sector. 7 676 21 Previously in trend: African mercenaries of Russian army

TCR officers are beating civilian Four TCR servicemen are watching as their colleague conducting "notification procedure" in Kharkiv and beating man in civilian clothes. VIDEO A video was posted online showing an servicemen of the TCR in Kharkiv beating a man in civilian clothes twice while carrying out a notification procedure. 19 872 141 Previously in trend: mobilization violations during mobilisation

shelling of Kharkiv region Occupiers attacked Kharkiv region with drones: three wounded. PHOTOS On the afternoon of Sunday, 11 May, Russian invaders attacked the settlements of Ivashky and Baranivka in Kharkiv region with drones. Three people were injured as a result of the hostile attacks. 525 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kharkiv region

Drone flies into Russian tank Enemy equipment destroyed near Novooleksandrivka - OSGT "Khortytsia" Yesterday, on May 10, 2025, in the Kharkiv sector, the enemy tried to conduct an assault in Vovchansk. They were unsuccessful, suffered losses, and retreated. 706 0 Previously in trend: Battles in the east of Ukraine

Occupiers have dropped about 300 bombs near Vovchansk since May 10, - spokesman for Khortytsia OTG Voloshyn Putin’s declared ceasefire not felt on Kharkiv axis – Kharkiv OTG Despite the so-called "ceasefire" announced by Russian dictator Vladimir Putin, the enemy continues to apply pressure along the Kharkiv and Kupiansk axes. 479 3 Previously in trend: Battles in Vovchansk Fighting in the Kupіansk direction

Russian informant detained in Kharkiv Spying on Kharkiv defenders and waiting for city to be occupied: Russian informant detained - SSU. PHOTO Another Russian informant was detained near Kharkiv, who turned out to be a 38-year-old local supporter of racism who was "leaking" the locations of the Defence Forces to the occupiers and was waiting for the entire region to be captured. 933 2 Previously in trend: Detention of adjusters Detention of Russian accomplices

collaborator Entrepreneur from Kupiansk who set up Internet for occupiers in 2022 to be tried According to the investigation, during the occupation of Kupiansk by the Russian armed forces in 2022, a local entrepreneur who provided wired and wireless telecommunications services began to help the Russian invaders. 1 150 11 Previously in trend: Disclosure of collaborators