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In the volatile Pokrovskyy district, Donetska region, intense military operations continue. Russian forces have been advancing in critical areas around Pokrovsk and Myrnohrad despite Ukrainian defense efforts. Operational tactics involve special forces, artillery strikes, and drone warfare. Recently, Ukrainian forces have focused on holding the north of Pokrovsk and launching counter-assaults to repel enemy advances. The strategic significance of these locations is underscored by continuous shelling, targeted drone attacks, and strategic maneuvering by both sides, against a backdrop of broader geopolitical negotiations.

What is the current status of Pokrovsk amidst ongoing military operations?

The situation in Pokrovsk is critical, with Ukrainian forces holding the northern area while Russian forces try to infiltrate amidst heavy artillery and drone warfare. The conflict remains intense with strategic importance due to its location.

How are Ukrainian defense forces responding to Russian advancements?

Ukrainian defense forces are employing special operations and artillery strikes to hold key positions and repel Russian advances. Strategic counter-maneuvers are also in place to prevent encirclement and maintain defensive lines.

What role do special forces play in the Pokrovskyy district conflict?

Special forces are crucial, conducting targeted assaults and using UAVs to disrupt enemy formations and supply lines. Their operations are pivotal in mitigating Russian advances and maintaining Ukrainian territorial control.

How is drone technology utilized in the Pokrovskyy district clash?

Drone technology is extensively used for reconnaissance, targeted strikes, and disrupting enemy infantry and equipment columns. Both sides leverage this technology for strategic advantages on the battlefield.

What are the broader implications of the conflict in Pokrovskyy district for Ukraine?

The conflict in Pokrovskyy district impacts Ukraine's geopolitical stance, especially with ongoing US-Russia negotiations. Control over this area is vital for maintaining comprehensive defense strategies and protecting key territories.

What kind of military engagements are most frequent in the Pokrovskyy district?

The district sees regular artillery exchanges, drone attacks, and infantry assaults. The mixed-use of traditional and modern military tactics highlights the complex nature of operations in this region.

What challenges do Ukrainian forces face in the Pokrovskyy district?

Challenges include overcoming intensive enemy artillery, maintaining supply lines amidst constant threat, and managing tactical operations to prevent enemy break-ins through fog and difficult terrains used by Russian forces.

What updates have been reported about civilian impacts in Pokrovsky district?

Civilian impacts include casualties and infrastructure damage due to ongoing shelling. Efforts are in place to ensure civilian safety, but the volatile situation contributes to significant risks and hardships for residents.

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Shelling of Donetsk region Day in Donetsk region: two wounded, three districts of region attacked. PHOTOS Throughout the day, Russian troops shelled settlements in the Pokrovsk, Kramatorsk, and Bakhmut districts of the Donetsk region, resulting in casualties. 367 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

Shelling of Donetsk region Day in Donetsk region: two dead and two wounded, three districts of region attacked. PHOTOS Over the past 24 hours, Russian troops have been hitting towns in the Pokrovsk, Kramatorsk, and Bakhmut districts of the Donetsk region, causing deaths and injuries. 357 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

Shelling of Donetsk region Day in Donetsk region: one wounded, enemy attacked three districts of the region. PHOTOS Over the past 24 hours, Russian troops have been hitting towns in the Pokrovsk, Kramatorsk, and Bakhmut districts of the Donetsk region, causing injuries and damage. 251 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

A resident of Dobropillia was killed as a result of enemy shelling in Donetsk Oblast Resident of Dobropillia killed as result of enemy shelling in Donetsk Oblast. PHOTO Over the past day, Russian troops shelled settlements in the Pokrovsk,Kramatorsk and Bakhmut districts of Donetsk region, killing one person. 454 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

Myrnohrad Ukrainian forces fully control northern and central parts of Myrnohrad, 7th Corps says Ukraine’s Defense Forces fully control the northern and central parts of Myrnohrad in the Donetsk region. 3 575 4 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

The situation in Pokrovsk and Myrnohrad as of the end of the year Logistics near Myrnohrad remains complicated, - Operation Task Force "East" Units of the Ukrainian Armed Forces in the area of responsibility of the Operation Task Force "East" are holding back the enemy's advance and have repelled 67 Russian assaults over the past day. 695 1 Previously in trend: Russian assault on Pokrovsk direction Situation in the Pokrovsk direction

Dynamics of the occupation of territory in December 2025 In December, enemy has occupied 445 km² of Ukrainian territory, most of it in Pokrovsk direction, - DeepState. INFOGRAPHICS In December, Russian invaders occupied 445km2 of Ukrainian territory — 12% less than in November. 1 426 6 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Russian advance

Soldiers of the 60th Brigade reported the destruction of equipment and occupiers in 2025 in the Lyman direction. In 2025, fighters of 60th Mechanised Brigade take out more than 8,200 occupiers, dozens of tanks and 13,500 UAVs. VIDEO The painstaking work of artillerymen, infantrymen and drone operators of the 60th Separate Mechanised Brigade has yielded significant results in the fight against the enemy in the Lyman direction. 1 824 2 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Elimination of Russian occupiers

The enemy has advanced in Pokrovsk and Zaporizhzhia Russians have advanced in Pokrovsk and Zaporizhzhia region, - DeepState. MAP Russian occupation forces are advancing in the Zaporizhzhia region and in Pokrovsk in the Donetsk region. 8 250 32 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Fightings in the Zaporizhzhia direction

Omega-West fighters hit a boiler pipe in Rodynske, where the occupiers were hiding. Omega-West drones hit occupiers hiding in a boiler house pipe in Rodynske. VIDEO Fighters of "Riddick’s Group" of the Omega-West special unit carried out a combat mission and killed enemy personnel in the settlement of Rodynske. 6 491 14 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Elimination of Russian occupiers

Soldiers of the 55th Brigade destroyed a column of occupiers’ equipment in the Pokrovsk direction. 55th Brigade artillery destroys column of Russian buggies in Pokrovsk direction. VIDEO A column of Russian assault vehicles on buggies was destroyed by Ukrainian artillery in the Pokrovsk direction of the Donetsk region. 5 713 9 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Enemy advances in Sumy and Donetsk regions DeepState: Russians occupy Novomykolaivka in Sumy region, advance near Molodetske in Donetsk region. MAP Russian troops have captured the village of Novomykolaivka in the Sumy region. The enemy has also gained ground near three settlements in the Sumy and Donetsk regions. 3 895 24 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps Update of DeepState map Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Fighting in Sumy region

The situation in Pokrovsk and Myrnohrad at the end of the year Myrnohrad becoming similar to Pokrovsk, enemy beginning to engulf it, - DeepState The next month will be extremely difficult, as Russian occupiers are seeking to occupy Myrnohrad and Pokrovsk, sending additional resources there. 3 196 4 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Defence forces in the east repelled 57 Russian attacks Where heavy fighting took place Measures being taken to expand logistics corridors to Myrnohrad, - "East" Group of Forces Units of the Ukrainian Armed Forces in the area of responsibility of the "East" Group of Forces are holding back the enemy's advance and have repelled 57 Russian assaults over the past day. 1 918 5

Ukrainian flag in Rodynske Rodynske under control of Defence Forces. Occupiers who infiltrated city being eliminated, - "Azov". VIDEO Rodynske in Donetsk Oblast is under the control of the Defence Forces. 3 348 8 Previously in trend: Battles in the east of Ukraine

Azov’s 12th brigade takes up defensive sector in Dobropillia direction Azov’s 12th brigade takes up defensive sector in Dobropillia direction. VIDEO Ukrainian defenders from the 12th Azov Brigade said they have taken up a defensive sector in the Dobropillia direction. 6 600 20 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Situation in Dobropillia direction

Footage of the evacuation of a Russian infantryman in the Pokrovsk direction, who is lying with his bare backside in a car. Ruscists evacuate wounded fellow soldier lying in vehicle outdoors with his buttocks exposed. VIDEO Footage of the evacuation of a Russian infantryman from the 1441st Motor Rifle Regiment has been posted on social media from the Pokrovsk direction in the Donetsk region. 7 064 21 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Pereizne Enemy has occupied Pazeno, Pereizne and Kuzmynivka in Donetsk Oblast and is advancing near Andriivka and in Myrnohrad, - DeepState. MAP Russian occupiers have seized three settlements in Donetsk Oblast and have territorial gains in Sumy Oblast and Myrnohrad. 6 722 30 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps

Shelling of Donetsk region Day in Donetsk region: Lyman and Druzhkivka under attack, one person killed, others wounded. PHOTOS Yesterday, 29 December, Russian troops shelled two districts in the Donetsk region. 447 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

Soldiers of the 7th Corps of the Airborne Forces eliminated an occupier who pretended to be dead in the forest near Pokrovsk. Ruscist played dead in forest but was eliminated by 7th Air Assault Corps drones. VIDEO A Russian infantryman was eliminated in the snow-covered forest of Pokrovsk by soldiers of the 7th Corps of the Airborne Assault Forces. 5 875 8 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of the occupiers Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Elimination of Russian occupiers

Soldiers of the 93rd Brigade eliminated an occupier in a firefight in the Kostyantynivka direction. 93rd Brigade scouts eliminate ruscist who mistook Ukrainian fighters for his own. VIDEO Ukrainian reconnaissance troops from the CHAMELEON TEAM company of the 93rd Separate Mechanised Brigade "Kholodnyi Yar" eliminated the occupier in a small-arms firefight. 6 229 12 Previously in trend: Destruction of the occupiers Close-quarters combat Elimination of Russian occupiers

Drones from the 33rd Brigade destroyed a column of occupiers on quad bikes who were trying to drive to Volodymyrivka. 33rd Brigade drones strike occupiers’ quad bike column on road to Volodymyrivka. VIDEO Drone operators of the "Legion" unmanned systems battalion of the 33rd Separate Mechanized Brigade struck a column of quad bikes as occupiers tried to break through along the road to Volodymyrivka. 4 508 1 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers Elimination of Russian occupiers

Azov denies Russian claims of control over Rodynske in Donetsk region Russian propaganda claims capture of Rodynske in Donetsk region; Azov says fighting for city is ongoing Russian propagandists claimed alleged control over the city of Rodynske in the Donetsk region. The 1st National Guard Corps "Azov" denied the fake information. 1 897 5 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Ruscists shot civilians in Pokrovsk: what is known? Ruscists shot seven civilians in Pokrovsk, - "I want to live" Russian invaders in Pokrovsk committed another war crime by shooting seven civilians. 12 642 62 Previously in trend: War crimes of Russia

Execution of prisoners Occupiers shot two captured Ukrainian soldiers in the village of Shakhove in Donetsk region: investigation launched. PHOTO An investigation has been launched into the shooting of captured Ukrainian defenders by representatives of the Russian Armed Forces in the Pokrovsk district. 6 588 68 Previously in trend: Execution of Ukrainian POWs

Russian forces are advancing in three regions: what is known? Russia has advanced in Myrnohrad, as well as near Krasnyi Lyman, Filiia and Huliaipole, - DeepState Russian occupiers have advanced in the Donetsk, Dnipropetrovsk, and Zaporizhzhia regions. 5 427 13 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps Update of DeepState map

The situation in the Pokrovsk direction as of 28 December Defence forces are holding their positions in Pokrovsk agglomeration and strengthening their forces in key directions. VIDEO Active combat operations continue in the Pokrovsk agglomeration, but the Ukrainian Defence Forces are confidently holding their positions and building up their forces to counter enemy pressure. 2 165 1 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Huliaypole map Enemy has advanced in Huliaypole, Myrnohrad and Pokrovsk, - DeepState. MAP Russian troops are having success near Huliaypole, Myrnohrad, and Pokrovsk. 8 937 25 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps

A resident of Pokrovsk In Pokrovsk, occupiers brutally dealt with family that stayed in city: man killed, woman raped. VIDEO In the city of Pokrovsk, Donetsk region, Russian occupiers brutally dealt with a family that had stayed in the city while waiting for the Russian army. The Russians tortured and then killed the man, and raped his wife. 40 563 230 Previously in trend: War crimes of Russia

Drone attacks Russian soldier SOF drone operators eliminate four Russian troops in Pokrovsk direction. VIDEO On the Pokrovsk front, drone systems operators from the POPRYVSE group of Ukraine’s Special Operations Forces 3rd Regiment successfully eliminated four Russian servicemen. 2 209 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of the occupiers

Russians destroyed Bilytske Ruins instead of life: war-torn city of Bilytske near Pokrovsk. VIDEO Footage has been published online showing the city of Bilytske in the Pokrovsk district, which suffered extensive damage as a result of the actions of Russian occupation forces. 3 318 4 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Russian troops shelled eight settlements in the Donetsk region Day in Donetsk region: two wounded, 1,768 Russian shellings recorded. PHOTOS Russian troops shelled eight settlements in Donetsk Oblast. Two people were wounded and 23 civilian objects, including residential buildings, were damaged. 355 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

drone warfare battle road Drone warfare in field of view of Ukrainian Armed Forces ground robotic complex camera in Donetsk Oblast. VIDEO Unique footage of drone warfare has appeared online, captured by a Ukrainian ground robotic complex moving towards combat positions in the Kostiantynivka direction in the Donetsk region. 8 933 14 Previously in trend: Drone industry

Shchedryk and Pokrovsk: how Russians are destroying Ukraine’s cultural heritage Russia is trying to destroy Pokrovsk, known as hometown of "Shchedryk," this Christmas, - Politico For Ukrainians, the destroyed city of Pokrovsk, where fierce fighting with Russian occupiers continues this Christmas, is associated with one of their country's oldest cultural traditions: the carol "Carol of the Bells." 3 266 5 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Pokrovsk Defense Forces control northern Pokrovsk, enemy has concentrated about 10 units near Myrnohrad, Operational Task Force "East" says Ukraine’s Defense Forces continue to control the northern part of Pokrovsk. In Myrnohrad, Ukrainian units are holding defensive lines and eliminating the enemy on the approaches to the city. 1 243 3 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

The Main Intelligence Directorate showed exclusive footage of the fighting in the Pokrovsk direction in November. Special operation of Main Intelligence Directorate in November: exclusive footage of battles in Pokrovsk direction. VIDEO The Defense Intelligence of Ukraine (HUR) has released footage of a special operation carried out in the Pokrovsk direction. 3 598 4 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

myrnohrad Russian troops have increased pressure on Myrnohrad due to failures near Pokrovsk, - Airborne Assault Brigade. VIDEO Russian occupation forces intensified their offensive operations in the Myrnohrad direction after failing to establish control over Pokrovsk.  1 303 2 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Pokrovsk Defence forces struck enemy UAV operator bases in Siversk and Pokrovsk, - "East" Grouping of Troops Ukrainian Defence Forces units in the area of responsibility of the "East" Grouping of Troops are holding back the enemy's advance and have repelled 52 Russian assaults over the past day. 870 0 Previously in trend: Russian assault on Pokrovsk direction

Vampire drops ammunition on an armoured personnel carrier Ukrainian Vampire strike drone hit a Russian BTR-82A with troops near Dobropillia. VIDEO The Ukrainian Defence Forces have dealt another effective blow to Russian armoured vehicles in the Donetsk region. 5 618 0

Defence forces repelled the occupiers’ assault in the Dobropillia direction Defense Forces repel assault, destroy Russian armored columns in Dobropillia direction. VIDEO In the Dobropillia direction, Russian naval infantry attempted an assault in order to break through Ukraine’s defensive line. 3 180 5 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers Elimination of Russian occupiers Repelling assault Situation in Dobropillia direction

Ukraine war latest: Zelenskyy says Pokrovsk unchanged, Ukraine holds Kupiansk Zelenskyy on frontline: situation is under control of Ukrainian defenders The situation on the frontline is controlled by Ukrainian troops. There are no changes on the Pokrovsk and Huliaipole directions. 1 312 29 Previously in trend: Zelenskyy on the situation at the front

Ukraine drone video shows BM-21 Grad hit with full rocket load near Myrnohrad 79th Brigade drones destroy occupiers’ Grad MLRS with full ammunition load in Donetsk region. VIDEO Strike drone operators of the combat unmanned system of the 79th Separate Air Assault Tavriia Brigade of the 7th Rapid Response Corps hit a BM-21 Grad multiple launch rocket system with a full load of missiles. 4 495 5 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Ukraine FPV drones down six Russian Mavic UAVs in Pokrovsk area Ukrainian FPV drones fitted with stick and rope loop catch Russian UAVs in mid-air. VIDEO In the Pokrovsk direction, Ukrainian military personnel continue to demonstrate high effectiveness in countering enemy UAVs, using non-standard but effective technical solutions. 9 892 18 Previously in trend: Unmanned technologies

Russian military technology Two Russian cavalry assaultmen attacked by drone operators from 92nd Brigade near Pokrovsk. VIDEO Operators of unmanned systems of the 5th Battalion of the 92nd Separate Assault Brigade attacked two Russian assaultmen near Pokrovsk. 8 301 20 Previously in trend: Animals in combat zone

The Russians used about 20 drones against Ukrainian paratroopers in the Pokrovsk direction. 25th Airborne Brigade withstood attack of Russians: swarm of 20 drones in 2 minutes in Pokrovsk. VIDEO Russian troops continue their intense assault on Ukrainian defences in Pokrovsk. 7 499 14 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Map Occupiers have advanced in Donetsk region and near Huliaypole in Zaporizhzhia region, - DeepState. MAP Russian occupiers are advancing in two directions in the Donetsk region and near Huliaypole in the Zaporizhzhia region. 4 316 7 Previously in trend: Update of DeepState map Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Fighting in Huliaipillia direction

Chervona Kalyna fighters showed the destruction of occupiers near Pokrovsk Fighters of "Chervona Kalyna" brigade repelled 50 assault actions by occupiers in Pokrovsk direction in 24 hours. VIDEO In the Pokrovsk direction, the Defence Forces stopped 50 enemy assaults over the past day. 6 040 2 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of the occupiers Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Elimination of Russian occupiers

Soldiers hit a cluster of occupiers’ equipment near Pokrovsk Defence forces destroyed Russian equipment near Pokrovsk: air defence systems, tanks and armoured vehicles were destroyed. VIDEO The Lazar special unit of the Ukrainian National Guard demonstrated high efficiency during a strike on a concentration of enemy armoured vehicles in Donetsk Oblast. 6 216 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction