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In the Vasylivskyy district of the Zaporizhzhia region, Ukraine, intensified fighting has been reported as Ukrainian Defence Forces strive to regain control. Significant progress has been made, especially in and around Stepnohirsk, where special units like the "Artan" and "Revanche" have been instrumental. These operations aim to repel Russian advances and secure strategic positions. Key actions include the de-occupation of areas and counterattacks against Russian forces trying to penetrate deeper into Zaporizhzhia. The local population remains resilient amidst the ongoing conflict, as Ukrainian forces work diligently to protect territorial integrity.
What is the current military situation in the Vasylivskyy district?
The Vasylivskyy district in the Zaporizhzhia region is experiencing ongoing military confrontations. Ukrainian forces, including special units like "Artan", are actively conducting operations to liberate and secure key locations such as Stepnohirsk from Russian occupation forces. The situation remains volatile as both sides engage in tactical maneuvers.
Who are the main military units involved in this region?
The Defence Intelligence of Ukraine, notably the special unit "Artan" and the tactical group "Revanche", are heavily involved in operations within the Vasylivskyy district. These units, along with other defence forces, are crucial in conducting operations to regain control over occupied territories and protect strategic key points.
Why is Stepnohirsk a focal point of conflict?
Stepnohirsk serves as a strategic location in the Zaporizhzhia region due to its proximity to logistical routes and its potential to control access to the regional center of Zaporizhzhia. As a result, it has become a significant target for Russian forces aiming to break through Ukrainian defenses in the area.
How have local residents been affected by the conflict in Vasylivskyy district?
Local residents in the Vasylivskyy district face severe disruptions due to the ongoing military operations. Many have been displaced, and there have been casualties from the continuous bombardment. The humanitarian situation remains challenging as military activities continue to dominate daily life in this region.
What strategic importance does the Zaporizhzhia region hold in the Ukrainian conflict?
The Zaporizhzhia region, including the Vasylivskyy district, holds significant strategic importance as it serves as a gateway to southeastern Ukraine. Control over this area allows for better command over regional logistics, potentially impacting both military operations and civilian mobility. Thus, ongoing battles here are crucial for influencing the broader conflict dynamics.
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Lured into fire trap: DIU released footage of elimination of ’elite’ saboteurs during mop-up operation in Stepnohirsk. VIDEO In late May 2026, the Russian occupying army deployed ‘VDV’ reconnaissance units – considered elite within the enemy forces – to storm the village of Stepnohirsk in the Zaporizhzhia region. 14 828 20 Previously in trend: De-occupation of settlements
Ukrainian soldiers destroyed bridge over Karachokrak River in temporarily occupied village of Vasylivka in Zaporizhzhia region with air strike. VIDEO from drone The Ukrainian Air Force continues to successfully isolate the combat zone in the south, systematically destroying key logistical facilities belonging to the Russian invaders. A video has appeared online showing the moment of a precision air strike on the bridge across the Karachokrak River in... 9 672 34 Previously in trend: Fightings in the Zaporizhzhia direction
Stepnohirsk under control: DIU special unit Artan drives occupiers out of city. VIDEO Ukraine’s Security and Defense Forces have regained full control over a strategically important settlement in the south. As reported by Censor.NET, exclusive footage has been published online showing the intense combat work of assault troops from the Artan special unit of the Main Intelligence... 4 909 6
Following losses near Ternuvate, Russia is redeploying forces towards Velyka Novosilka, — Voloshyn After losing their offensive capabilities in the Ternuvate area of the Zaporizhzhia region, Russian forces withdrew some units of the 29th Army to training grounds to restore their combat readiness. Meanwhile, additional forces were deployed toward Velyka Novosilka to intensify offensive operations. 854 1 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south
Soldiers of 128th SHMB, who had been holding their positions in Zaporizhzhia for 199 days: We had to fire by sound alone, there were no night-vision goggles. VIDEO Soldiers from the 128th SHMB relieved their wounded comrades in the village of Prymorske (Zaporizhzhia Oblast), 20 km from the regional capital. The defenders engaged in firefights with Russian forces for 199 days. 1 707 4 Previously in trend: Fightings in the Zaporizhzhia direction
DIU special unit "Artan" is conducting operation to liberate Stepnohirsk in Zaporizhzhia region. VIDEO Fighters from the "Artan" special forces unit of the Defence Intelligence of the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine, together with units of the Defense Forces, are conducting a comprehensive operation to de-occupy and clear the Stepnohirsk area in the Zaporizhzhia region. As a result of the... 3 386 3 Previously in trend: De-occupation of settlements
Defence Forces carried out mop-up operation near Stepnohirsk, Novoselivka and Sichneve, - DeepState. MAP The defence forces are making territorial gains in the Zaporizhzhia and Dnipropetrovsk regions. 5 238 1 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps
Fierce fighting recorded in Stepnohirsk, enemy trying to dislodge AFU, Voloshyn says Russian forces are trying to push Ukrainian units out of Stepnohirsk in the Orikhiv direction. At the same time, the Defense Forces are carrying out counterattacks and preventing the occupiers from entrenching themselves. 1 554 1 Previously in trend: Fighting in Huliaipole direction
Special forces of DIU conducted sweep of enemy in vicinity of Stepnohirsk, Zaporizhzhia region. VIDEO Special forces of the Defence Intelligence of the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine destroy the enemy in close combat. 5 297 2 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Close-quarters combat Fightings in the Zaporizhzhia direction
"Artan" regained control of key positions near Stepnohirsk. VIDEO The Artan special unit of the Defence Intelligence of the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine, in coordination with other units of the Defence Forces, has regained control over key positions near Stepnohirsk. This creates prerequisites for further clearing the settlement of enemy forces. 2 340 4 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces
Ternuvate is completely under the control of Defence Forces, - Voloshyn Ukrainian defense forces maintain full control over the village of Ternuvate in the Zaporizhzhia region, despite claims by Russian military officials that it has been captured. 1 314 3 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south
"Uragan" MLRS, "Buk-M1" air defence missile system and number of areas where Russian troops are concentrated have been hit, - General Staff (updated) On 24 February 2026, units of the Ukrainian Defence Forces destroyed an enemy "Uragan" multiple launch rocket system in the area of Liubymivka, Zaporizhzhia Oblast. 1 112 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces
Battle for Stepnohirsk: Russia has deployed elite units seeking to break through to Zaporizhzhia, - Times. PHOTOS To reach the outskirts of Zaporizhzhia, Russian troops must overcome one of the most difficult obstacles — the village of Stepnohirsk, which is held by Ukrainian Armed Forces units. About 20,000 Russian troops are concentrated in this area, trying to break through to the north towards the... 8 702 48 Previously in trend: Fightings in the Zaporizhzhia direction
BK-16 amphibious assault boat and radar in Crimea, enemy communications hub in Prymorsk, and ammunition depot in Novoekonomichne were hit, - General Staff Units of the Ukrainian Armed Forces continue to strike important enemy military targets. 3 957 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment
Ruscists occupy village of Bondarne in Donetsk region – DeepState. MAPS Russian troops have occupied the village of Bondarne and advanced in Nykyforivka in the Donetsk region. 3 537 8 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps Update of DeepState map
International Legion’s "Revanche" clears enemy positions near Stepnohirsk. VIDEO Fighters of the Tactical Group "Revanche" from the International Legion of the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine carried out a clearing operation of enemy positions on the outskirts of Stepnohirsk. 5 157 1 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Close-quarters combat Elimination of Russian occupiers
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. 8 426 32 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Fightings in the Zaporizhzhia direction
Part of Huliaipole is under the control of Russian troops, - Southern Defence Forces Russian troops have captured part of the city of Huliaipole in the Zaporizhzhia region. The situation in the city is very difficult. 5 563 29 Previously in trend: Fighting in Huliaipole direction
Enemy has advanced in Huliaipole, Predtechyne and Shakhove, - DeepState. MAP The Russian army has advanced in Huliaipole, Stepnohirsk, and several areas of Donetsk Oblast 6 520 22 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps
Foreign Defence Forces volunteer fighter eliminates ruscists after clearing building in Stepnohirsk. VIDEO A foreign volunteer fighting on Ukraine’s side finishes off Russian assault troops with small-arms fire after the area has been cleared. 8 542 11 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers Fightings in the Zaporizhzhia direction
Plant manufacturing rocket components has been hit in Cheboksary, Russia, - General Staff of AFU Ukrainian defence forces have struck a Russian plant manufacturing navigation equipment and components for cruise and ballistic missiles. 2 089 2 Previously in trend: Drone attack on Russian regions Striking Russia
Two people were killed and eight were wounded as result of Russian strikes on Zaporizhzhia and region. PHOTOS Over the past day, the enemy attacked Zaporizhzhia and settlements in the Zaporizhzhia, Vasylivka, and Polohy districts of the Zaporizhzhia region, resulting in casualties and injuries. 2 196 0
Enemy is advancing on Prymorske and trying to bypass Stepnohirsk from west - DeepState Russian units are advancing on Prymorske and attempting to bypass Stepnohirsk from the west, using sabotage groups and attacks through suburban areas. 3 357 10 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south
Occupiers have advanced in Pokrovsk, Stepnohirsk and in Pokrovsk direction - DeepState. MAP New advances by the occupiers are being recorded in Pokrovsk, Stepnohirsk, and near Volodymyrivka. 7 506 17 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps
Day in Zaporizhzhia region: enemy launched 731 strikes, four people killed Yesterday, 13 November, Russian invaders attacked 20 settlements in the Zaporizhzhia region, delivering 731 strikes. Four people were killed in the Zaporizhzhia and Polohiv districts. 535 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Zaporizhzhia region
Russians strike Orikhiv and Prymorske with KABs and FPV drone: two killed, three injured (updated) On November 7, Russian forces attacked the city of Orikhiv in the Zaporizhzhia region with guided aerial bombs (KABs), killing one person and injuring several others. 900 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Zaporizhzhia region
Information about enemy capture of territories in Dnipropetrovsk and Zaporizhzhia regions are false – Southern Defense Forces The situation in the Oleksandrivka, Huliaipole, and Orikhiv directions remains tense, but reports of Russian forces capturing any settlements are untrue. 4 198 14
Russians have occupied Pavlivka in Zaporizhzhia region. Advances in Donetsk region, - DeepState. MAP Russian occupiers are advancing in Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia regions. 7 056 16 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps Update of DeepState map
Ruscists shelled 14 settlements in Zaporizhzhia region: Ternuvate was under air strikes. PHOTO Over the past day, 4 November 2025, the occupiers carried out 658 strikes on 14 settlements in the Zaporizhzhia region. 916 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Zaporizhzhia region
Ruscists shell Zaporizhzhia region: man killed in Prymorske, woman injured and school destroyed in Ternuvate. PHOTO Russian troops continue shelling the territory of the Zaporizhzhia region. Prymorske and Ternuvate are under enemy fire. 787 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Zaporizhzhia region
Occupiers are trying to infiltrate into Stepnohirsk, but to no avail - Southern Defense Forces Russian troops are conducting infiltration operations from Stepove and Kamianske, trying to gain a foothold in the basements of high-rise buildings in Stepnohirsk, but the Defense Forces are repelling the attacks. 842 1 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south
Son of Russian general Marzoev eliminated by KAB in occupied part of Zaporizhzhia region. VIDEO Ukrainian intelligence officers have released a video of the elimination of Vasilii Marzoev, the son of a Russian general who attacked residential areas in the Kherson region. 23 951 24 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupiers
Defence forces repelled Russians near Kucheriv Yar. Enemy has advanced in Pokrovsk district of Donetsk region and in Zaporizhzhia region - DeepState. MAP The Ukrainian Defence Forces drove back the enemy near Kucheriv Yar, while Russia advanced near Hrodivka, Volodymyrivka, and Stepnohirsk. 6 186 15 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps
Enemy has advanced in Kupiansk, Vovchansk, Plavni, near Toretsk and Bila Hora, - DeepState. MAPS Russian troops are advancing in the Kharkiv, Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia regions. 3 931 8 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps
Russians "sentenced" ZNPP employee Lavryk to 16 years in prison on false charges. PHOTO The occupation "Zaporizhzhia regional court" has sentenced Ruslan Lavryk, a resident of Enerhodar and an employee of the Zaporizhzhia NPP, to 16 years in prison in a strict regime colony on fake charges. 2 148 1 Previously in trend: Sentences for Ukrainians in the Russian Federation
Mayor of Dniprorudne Matvieiev was tortured in captivity and died from multiple injuries and wounds on 7 September 2024, - Office of Prosecutor General Russians tortured Yevhen Matvieiev, mayor of Dniprorudne in Zaporizhzhia region, to death while he was in captivity. He died from multiple injuries and wounds. 3 604 12
Soldiers from 24th Aidar Battalion and 33rd Assault Regiment raised Ukrainian flag in Mali Shcherbaky, settlement under control of Defence Forces. VIDEO The units of the 24th separate assault battalion "Aidar" together with their colleagues from the 33rd separate assault regiment, raised the Ukrainian flag in the village of Mali Shcherbaki in the Zaporizhzhia direction. 4 080 6 Previously in trend: De-occupation of settlements
Russians attempt to seize Stepnohirsk to control logistics routes and outskirts of Zaporizhzhia – Southern Defense Forces The enemy seeks to seize a foothold and the town of Stepnohirsk, which is strategically located, in order to control both logistics routes and the outskirts of Zaporizhzhia. 6 225 7 Previously in trend: Fightings in the Zaporizhzhia direction
Ruscists attacked Zaporizhzhia region with FPV drones: woman died, elderly couple were injured Russian troops attacked the Zaporizhzhia region with FPV drones, resulting in deaths and injuries. 564 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Zaporizhzhia region
Russians wounded three people in Zaporizhzhia region and carried out 523 strikes on region in 24 hours. PHOTOS During the day, Russian troops struck 523 times at 13 settlements in the Zaporizhzhia region. 611 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Zaporizhzhia region
Occupiers struck minibus in Zaporizhzhia region with drone, injuring one person. PHOTO Russian troops attacked the Vasyliv district of the Zaporizhzhia region with an FPV drone. 1 159 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Zaporizhzhia region
Enemy tries to push our troop forces from Kamianske and Plavni – Defence Forces Russian forces are trying to push Ukrainian troops back from the outskirts of Kamianske and Plavni on the Orikhiv axis. 1 496 2
Occupiers wounded four people in Zaporizhzhia in 24 hours and attacked 14 settlements. PHOTOS During the day, Russian troops struck 527 times at 14 settlements in the Zaporizhzhia region, causing injuries. 477 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Zaporizhzhia region
One person killed in Russian strike on Prymorske, Zaporizhzhia region – RMA On the evening of September 8, Russian forces struck the village of Prymorske in Zaporizhzhia region with an FPV drone. 548 0 Previously in trend: UAV attack on Zaporizhzhia region
Occupiers attacked Prymorske in Zaporizhzhia region with drone: woman was killed Russian invaders struck Prymorske in the Zaporizhzhia region with an FPV drone. A woman was killed as a result of the enemy attack. 620 0 Previously in trend: UAV attack on Zaporizhzhia region
Made caches with explosives for Russians: SSU detained 68-year-old man in Zaporizhzhia. VIDEO&PHOTOS. VIDEO&PHOTOS A Russian agent who arranged caches with explosives for Russian agents and combat groups was detained in the Zaporizhzhia region. 3 898 12 Previously in trend: Recruited FSB agents
Defence forces repelled Russians near Andriivka in Sumy region. Enemy advanced near Vilne Pole, Kamianske and Plavni - DeepState. MAP Ukrainian defence forces have pushed back Russian occupiers near Andriivka in the Sumy region. The enemy is advancing in the Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia regions. 8 151 5 Previously in trend: Update of DeepState map
Russian forces attack community in Zaporizhzhia region: school on fire, homes damaged On August 21, Russian forces struck the Stepnohirsk community in Zaporizhzhia region, causing destruction. 977 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Zaporizhzhia region
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