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Kupiansk, located in the Kharkiv region of Ukraine, has become a focal point of military conflict. The ongoing liberation operation against Russian occupiers has been met with strategic challenges. Commanders from units like Khartiia and Achilles are actively involved in clearing operations, facing resistance from Russian forces who remain entrenched. Despite the pressure, Ukrainian forces are gradually regaining control. Recent shelling has caused significant damage and casualties in the Kharkiv region, including Kupiansk. The Ukrainian military continues to improve its tactical stance, employing drones and other technology to thwart Russian advances and regain civilian safety. The situation remains tense, yet progress is steady as Ukrainian forces work tirelessly to secure and stabilize the region.

What is the current situation in Kupiansk, Kharkiv region?

The situation in Kupiansk remains challenging, with ongoing military operations aimed at removing Russian occupiers from the area. Ukrainian forces have made significant gains but continue to face resistance from entrenched enemy troops. Despite these challenges, Ukrainian commanders report steady progress in reestablishing control over the city.

How has the conflict affected the civilian population in Kupiansk?

The conflict in Kupiansk has severely impacted the civilian population, including casualties and damage to infrastructure. Recent shelling and military actions have caused injuries and forced evacuations, highlighting the urgent need for stabilization efforts to ensure civilian safety and restore normalcy in the region.

What military strategies are being used in the Kupiansk operation?

Ukrainian forces are employing a range of military strategies to liberate Kupiansk, including the use of drone technology for reconnaissance and targeted strikes. Ground troops are working alongside command units like Khartiia and Achilles to dismantle enemy defenses and regain control of the city through systematic clearing operations.

Are there any recent developments in the Kharkiv region adjacent to Kupiansk?

The Kharkiv region, including Kupiansk, has experienced intense military activity and shelling. Ukrainian forces have made tactical improvements and continue to counter enemy offensives. The region remains a critical zone of conflict, with ongoing efforts to strengthen defensive positions and eliminate remaining occupiers.

What role do drones play in the Kupiansk defense effort?

Drones are a pivotal element in Kupiansk's defense strategy. They are utilized for surveillance to gather intelligence on enemy positions and movement, as well as for executing precision strikes against Russian forces. This technology has significantly enhanced the operational capabilities of Ukrainian forces in the region.

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 Kharkiv region Russia attacked Kupiansk and Bohodukhiv districts: two women killed The Russian army struck populated areas in the Kharkiv region on March 4. Two women were killed in shelling in the villages of Vodiane and Klynova-Novoselivka. 409 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kharkiv region

Man evaded mobilisation and was killed by Russian KAB Man evaded mobilization in frontline village and was killed by KAB strike: his wife and daughter were wounded. VIDEO A family with two children returned to the village of Novoosynove (Kupiansk district, Kharkiv region) after evacuation and lived there in secret because the father was evading mobilisation. On 22 February, the Russian KAB struck their house, killing the man. The woman and children were seriously injured. 8 711 200 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kharkiv region Evasion from mobilization

Drone operators from the Sapsan battalion hit the occupiers’ guns and logistics equipment in the Kupiansk direction. D-30, MT-12 guns and armored vehicle "Tigr" destroyed: "Sapsan" battalion hit 8 pieces of ruscists’ equipment. VIDEO In the Kupiansk direction, eight units of enemy firepower and logistics equipment were hit by Ukrainian drones. 1 211 4 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Fighting in the Kupіansk direction Drone operators

Maria Mriia Bihun died near Kupiansk while performing a combat mission Soldier Maria Bihun (Mriia) was killed while performing combat mission near Kupiansk. PHOTO On 21 February 2026, during a combat mission near Kupiansk in the Kharkiv region, Maria Bihun (Leut), a soldier of the 3rd Battalion of the 241st Brigade of the Territorial Defence Forces, died. Her call sign was Mriia. 9 303 11 Previously in trend: losses of Ukraine

Soldiers of the 14th Brigade hit the occupiers’ drones in the Kupiansk direction. Minus 4 Russian UAVs and camouflaged MT-LB: combat work of 14th Separate Mechanized Brigade in Kupiansk direction. VIDEO Fighters of the 14th Separate Mechanized Brigade named after Prince Roman the Great struck the occupiers’ equipment and unmanned aerial vehicles in the Kupiansk direction. 1 000 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Fighting in the Kupіansk direction Drone operators

Butusov "What do we say to God of Death? Not today!" – reconnaissance near Kupiansk | Yurii Butusov. VIDEO Yurii Butusov, a platoon commander with the 13th Khartiia Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine, has published a front-line report from near Kupiansk (October 2025), where he and his brothers-in-arms came under a direct attack by a Russian FPV drone. 2 991 2

Russian UAZ upside down near Kupiansk Surviving occupier sums up result of Ukrainian soldiers’ attack: "They didn’t make it. Two UAZs. Kupiansk. Totally wrecked.". VIDEO In the Kupiansk direction, enemy logistics continue to be turned into scrap metal. According to Censor.NET, footage of objective control filmed by the occupier himself, who recorded the end of the Russian army unit's journey, has appeared online. 8 196 7 Previously in trend: Fighting in the Kupіansk direction

Shelling of Kupiansk on 26 February Enemy struck Kupiansk district with drone: body of deceased man was recovered from rubble. PHOTOS On 26 February, at around 9:40 p.m., Russian troops launched an attack with two unmanned aerial vehicles, presumably of the Geran-2 type, on a private residential area in the village of Pidseredne, Kupiansk district. 666 0 Previously in trend: Drone attack on Kupiansk district

Special forces of the 2nd Security Battalion blew up the occupiers’ shelter Soldiers of 101st Separate Guard Brigade mined and blew up enemy shelters in Kupiansk direction. VIDEO Soldiers of the 2nd Security Battalion of the 101st Separate  Guard Brigade of the General Staff carried out strike and search operations in their area of responsibility in the Kupiansk direction. 3 041 1 Previously in trend: Fighting in the Kupіansk direction

Air strike in Kharkiv region - children among the wounded Two people killed in air strike in Kharkiv region, including children among victims Two people were killed and three others were injured in an air strike in the Kupiansk district of the Kharkiv region. 660 2 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kharkiv region

Two police officers killed in Russian attack in Kharkiv region Police officers Yuliia Keleberda and Yevhen Kalhan killed in Russian attack in Kupiansk district. PHOTO Russian occupiers killed police officers Yuliia Keleberda and Yevhen Kalhan, who were performing their official duties in the Kupiansk district. 5 155 18

Russians surrender to Khartiia in Kupiansk: details of the operation Russians were captured by phone: unique Khartiia operation in Kupiansk. VIDEO A group of Russian soldiers decided to voluntarily surrender to the Khartiia soldiers. To do this, the occupiers used the chatbot "I want to live." 5 773 8 Previously in trend: captured occupiers Fighting in the Kupіansk direction

Soldiers of the 77th continue to hold the Kupiansk direction Soldiers of 77th Brigade hold line and eliminate enemy personnel in Kupiansk direction. VIDEO In the Kupiansk direction, units of the 77th Separate Airmobile Brigade and the 7th Command and Staff Company of the Air Assault Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine continue to hold designated defensive lines. 2 024 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Fighting in the Kupіansk direction

The situation in Kupiansk Approximately 40 occupiers remain encircled in Kupiansk, Trehubov says In Kupiansk, Kharkiv region, up to 40 Russian servicemen remain encircled and are able only to defend themselves. 1 289 13 Previously in trend: Fighting in the Kupіansk direction

close-range firefight clearing Kupiansk Sweeping in Kupiansk: three fighters from the 41st SMB eliminated two occupiers in private house. VIDEO Ukrainian defenders continue to methodically knock out Russian groups attempting to gain a foothold in the residential buildings of Kupiansk. According to Censor.NET, footage has appeared online of a successful close-quarters battle conducted by fighters from the 2nd Mechanised Battalion of the 41st Mechanised Brigade. 7 046 8 Previously in trend: Close-quarters combat Fighting in the Kupіansk direction

Fighters of the 14th Brigade hit four UAVs and one enemy NRK in the Kupiansk direction. 14th Separate Mechanized Brigade soldiers struck 4 enemy UAVs and UGV in Kupiansk direction. VIDEO Pilots of the 14th Separate Mechanized Brigade named after Prince Roman the Great destroyed 4 drones and an enemy unmanned ground vehicle (UGV). 562 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of Russian drones Fighting in the Kupіansk direction Drone operators robotic ground complex

Soldiers of the 429th Brigade destroyed the occupiers’ Koksan self-propelled gun in the Luhansk region. Drones of 429th Achilles Brigade strike rare North Korean Koksan SPG three times in Luhansk region. VIDEO Drone operators of the Unmanned Systems Forces from the 429th Achilles Brigade struck a rare enemy self-propelled gun (SPG) in the Luhansk region. 2 784 10 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Fighting in the Kupіansk direction

Soldiers of the 101st Brigade eliminated the occupiers in the basement of Kupiansk Fighters of 101st Separate Guard Brigade blew up ruscists with TM mines in one of Kupiansk’s basements. VIDEO Fighters of the 2nd Battalion of the 101st Separate General Staff Guard Brigade carried out a sweep of enemy personnel in Kupiansk. 5 632 18 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Close-quarters combat Elimination of Russian occupiers Fighting in the Kupіansk direction

The situation in Kupiansk: how many occupiers are still in the city? Several dozen occupiers are concentrated in one specific neighbourhood of Kupiansk, - Trehubov Several dozen occupiers are concentrated in one specific neighbourhood of Kupiansk. 2 135 5 Previously in trend: Fighting in the Kupіansk direction

Enemy strikes in the Kharkiv region: one man injured, infrastructure damaged Enemy attacked seven villages in Kharkiv region: one man was injured and infrastructure was damaged. PHOTOS Over the past day, the enemy attacked seven settlements in the Kharkiv region. A 22-year-old man was injured, and private houses, farm buildings and equipment were damaged. 625 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kharkiv region

A group of occupiers was blocked in Kupiansk Group of Russian military remains surrounded in Kupiansk, - Trehubov In Kupiansk, Kharkiv region, a small group of Russian soldiers is surrounded and unable to take active action. 1 803 6 Previously in trend: Hostilities in Kharkiv region

Sapsan battalion fighters shot down 57 Russian drones Pilots of "Sapsan" battalion destroyed more than fifty enemy drones in Kupiansk direction. VIDEO In the Kupiansk direction, the "Markiiany" - soldiers of the "Sapsan" unmanned systems battalion - shot down a number of enemy drones in the first days of February. 1 023 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Drone operators

Drone hits Russians Three occupiers flee drone, hide in trench and wait for strike. VIDEO Russian invaders are trying at any cost to hold on to seized territories in the Kharkiv region, but every day they become targets for Ukrainian UAV operators. As reported by Censor.NET, footage has appeared online showing successful strikes on personnel of the Russian Armed Forces’ 272nd Motor Rifle Regiment. 7 774 8 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

The occupier films on camera how he and his accomplice drag a dead Russian soldier in the Kupiansk direction "We’re dragging Sergey, 10 more people left": ruscists dragging body of their dead comrade on skis. VIDEO A video has been published online showing a ruscist filming a living accomplice dragging a dead one. 7 099 19 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Fighting in the Kupіansk direction

Soldiers of the 14th Brigade eliminated the occupiers’ personnel and equipment in the Kupiansk direction. Soldiers of 14th and 30th brigades foil attempt to breach defenses in Kupiansk direction. VIDEO Units of the 14th Separate Mechanised Brigade of the 10th Army Corps, in cooperation with forces from the 30th Separate Mechanised Brigade, thwarted an enemy attempt to breach defences in the Kupiansk direction. 3 118 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Fighting in the Kupіansk direction Drone operators Repelling assault

Ukrainian Defense Forces control Hlushkivka in Kharkiv region Defense Forces control Hlushkivka in Kharkiv region, no ruscist infiltration – military Ukraine’s Defense Forces are in control of the settlement of Hlushkivka in the Kharkiv region. 506 1 Previously in trend: Hostilities in Kharkiv region

A soldier keeps a captured Russian soldier in his sights Defence Forces have cleared Chuhunivka. Some of occupiers have been taken prisoner, - 16th Army Corps. VIDEO Taking advantage of difficult weather conditions, the enemy attempted a covert infiltration through the combat formations of the Defence Forces in the area of the village of Chuhunivka in the Kupianskyi district of Kharkiv region. 9 985 10 Previously in trend: Fighting in the Kupіansk direction

Soldiers of the 14th Brigade destroyed an enemy NRK with a mortar on it Russians were transporting mortar on their vehicle, but pilots from 14th Mechanised Brigade caught up with them and destroyed two targets with single strike. VIDEO In the Kupiansk direction, crews of UAVs from the 14th Separate Mechanised Brigade named after Prince Roman the Great discovered a ground-based robotic complex transporting enemy firearms. 4 244 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Fighting in the Kupіansk direction Drone operators robotic ground complex

Pilots of the 77th Brigade struck enemy equipment and personnel in the Kupiansk direction. 77th Brigade eliminated enemy infantry groups in Kupiansk direction. VIDEO In the Kupiansk direction, pilots of the 77th Separate Airborne Naddniprianska Brigade eliminated Russian military personnel who were attempting to advance in this direction. 2 749 3 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Fighting in the Kupіansk direction

elimination of Russian troops in the Kupiansk region Enemy attempted to use "Soyuz" gas pipeline to storm Kupiansk: attempt thwarted, at least 40 occupiers eliminated, - 7th Corps of Airborne Assault Forces. VIDEO In the Kupiansk direction, the 77th separate airborne Naddniprianska brigade of the 7th corps of the Assault Regiment of Airborne Assault Forces thwarted an enemy attempt to storm using the "Soyuz" gas pipeline. 9 930 30 Previously in trend: Fighting in the Kupіansk direction

Kharkiv region after shelling Enemy attacked private houses in the Kharkiv region: fires broke out. PHOTOS On New Year's Eve, Russian troops struck private homes in the Kharkiv region, causing fires. 916 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kharkiv region

Butusov spoke about the fighting in Kupiansk: Russians are hiding in basements Kupiansk clearance from occupiers continues as Russian soldiers hide in basements – Khartiia Unmanned Systems Platoon Commander Butusov Yurii Butusov, Unmanned Systems Platoon Commander of the Khartiia brigade, spoke about operations in Kupiansk. 7 309 23 Previously in trend: Fighting in the Kupіansk direction

The Russian Federation shelled the Kharkiv region Ruscists shelled Kharkiv region: man killed, company and houses damaged Over the past day, December 30, four settlements in the Kharkiv region were hit by enemy strikes. 658 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kharkiv region

What does Kupiansk look like now? The military showed Russia has turned once peaceful Kupiansk into ruins, - 116th SMB. PHOTOS The military showed what Kupiansk in the Kharkiv region looks like now, where Ukrainian defenders are fighting. 3 089 6 Previously in trend: Fighting in the Kupіansk direction

2 enemy armored groups destroyed in Kupiansk Situation in Kupiansk is positive, clearance will continue for several more weeks, - Trehubov In Kupiansk, the operation to clear the city of Russian units may take several more weeks, as there are still isolated pockets where the occupiers are hiding. 2 227 6 Previously in trend: Fighting in the Kupіansk direction

Russian troops occupied Dronivka in Donetsk Oblast: what is known? Ruscists occupy Dronivka in Donetsk region – DeepState. MAP Russian occupation forces have occupied the village of Dronivka in the Donetsk region. 5 628 16 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps Update of DeepState map

About 100 occupiers without supplies in Kupiansk About 100 occupiers are in Kupiansk, cut off from supplies - "Khartiia" There are currently about 100 Russian soldiers in Kupiansk. They are cut off from supplies of ammunition and provisions. They are also unable to evacuate. 2 038 23 Previously in trend: Fighting in the Kupіansk direction

Shelling of Kharkiv region: KABs, "Lancet" drones and damaged objects Enemy attacked Kharkiv region: facilities damaged, people wounded Over the past day, the enemy attacked three settlements in the Kharkiv region with KABs and drones. Civilians were wounded. 656 0

Mother returned child after evacuation to Kupiansk Injury of 6-year-old girl whose mother brought her back to Kupiansk after mandatory evacuation: woman served with notice of suspicion The mother of a child who sustained severe injuries during a Russian strike on Kupiansk in the Kharkiv region has been served with a notice of suspicion over violating mandatory evacuation requirements. 4 185 25 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kupiansk

Operation in Kupiansk: Ukrainian Armed Forces continue to clear the city Enemy blocked in Kupiansk and cannot build up its forces, - 125th SHMB Russian invaders are present in Kupiansk, but in small numbers and are pinned down. Ukrainian troops are successfully preventing infiltration and eliminating the enemy as they try to slip into the city. 2 314 1 Previously in trend: Fighting in the Kupіansk direction

Over the past day, the enemy attacked Kharkiv and 13 settlements in the region. Day in Kharkiv region: one person killed, 17 injured. PHOTOS Over the past day, Kharkiv and 13 settlements in the Kharkiv region were hit by enemy strikes. 746 3

anti-drone nets Anti-drone protection in Kharkiv region: nets being installed in several directions Anti-drone nets in the Kharkiv region are being installed not only in the Kupiansk direction, but also on the Izium and Lozova fronts. 1 591 8 Previously in trend: Anti-drone protection

What is happening in Kupiansk and how many Russians are there? Russians have up to 200 fighters in Kupiansk, - Trehubov There are currently up to 200 Russian occupiers in Kupiansk. 2 207 16 Previously in trend: Fighting in the Kupіansk direction

Shabunin is not being given the opportunity to defend himself in court: what is known? Shabunin: They will send me and soldier without fingers to Kupiansk-Vuzlovyi to hang anti-drone nets The head of the Anti-Corruption Action Centre, Vitalii Shabunin, stated that the soldier without fingers is being sent with him to Kupiansk-Vuzlovyi to hang anti-drone nets. 26 457 136 Previously in trend: Suspicion against Shabunin

The enemy has been blocked in Kupiansk Occupiers in Kupiansk are under heavy siege, - Trehubov Within the boundaries of Kupiansk in the Kharkiv region, small infantry groups of the Russian army are effectively blocked in a tight encirclement, with fighting continuing near the city. 5 024 25 Previously in trend: Fighting in the Kupіansk direction

KAB strike on a village in the Kharkiv region: a 22-year-old man was killed Russia struck Blahodativka in Kharkiv region with KAB: one person killed. PHOTOS On 18 December, the Russian army attacked Blahodativka in the Kupiansk district with a guided aerial bomb. The shelling resulted in one fatality and several injuries. 986 3 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kharkiv region

The situation in Kupiansk - commander Abat of the 13th Brigade Battalion Khartiia In Kupiansk, ruscists are hiding in high-rise buildings, - "Khartiia". VIDEO In Kupiansk, the remnants of enemy units of the Russian Armed Forces found themselves surrounded by the Defence Forces. 9 173 15 Previously in trend: Fighting in the Kupіansk direction

Soldiers of the 429th regiment eliminated 39 occupiers in the Kupiansk direction. Drones of 429th regiment eliminated 39 Russian assault troops in Kharkiv region. VIDEO Soldiers from the 429th Separate Unmanned Systems Regiment "ACHILLES" shared footage of eliminated Russian assault troops near Kupiansk in the Kharkiv region. 4 865 2 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of the occupiers Elimination of Russian occupiers Fighting in the Kupіansk direction