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The Russian Army has been actively engaged in numerous military operations across Ukraine. Recent reports highlight various confrontations, including Ukrainian forces striking Russian positions in the Kursk direction and the use of Omega-West drones against occupiers in Rodynske. The Ukrainian 55th Brigade successfully destroyed a column of Russian buggies in the Pokrovsk direction, emphasizing the ongoing hostilities. The war's scale is evident in the total combat losses of over 1,207,910 Russian personnel since its outset. In Vovchansk, Russian forces aim to expand control, while the coordination headquarters reports over 10,000 Russian soldiers captured. Meanwhile, Ukrainian drones and ground forces have strategically targeted enemy groups, demonstrating effective countermeasures against the Russian Army.

What is the current strength of the Russian Army in Ukraine?

The Russian Army maintains a significant presence in Ukraine, continuously engaging in military operations. Strategic strikes, such as those in Rodynske and the Kursk direction, indicate ongoing conflict. As of the latest reports, over 1,207,910 Russian casualties have been recorded, alongside numerous captured troops, reflecting the scale of Russian involvement.

How are Ukrainian forces countering the Russian Army?

Ukrainian forces are actively deploying strategic counterattacks against the Russian Army, leveraging advanced drone technology to strike enemy positions effectively. Recent operations by the 55th Brigade and coordinated drone assaults have led to significant Russian fatalities and equipment losses, underscoring the resilience and tactical acumen of Ukrainian defenders.

What tactics is the Russian Army using in Vovchansk?

In Vovchansk, reports indicate that the Russian Army is maneuvering to bypass the city, aiming to expand its control zone. This approach is part of a broader strategy involving aggressive territorial expansion, possibly to strengthen their foothold in the region. This move reflects ongoing strategic military objectives pursued by Russian forces in Ukraine.

What are some documented outcomes of recent encounters between the Russian and Ukrainian forces?

There have been significant encounters between Russian and Ukrainian forces, with Ukrainian units achieving substantial victories. Instances such as the elimination of Russian personnel in the Kursk direction and destruction of military hardware showcase impactful tactical successes. These outcomes are indicative of Ukraine's effective military strategies against Russian advances.

How do captured Russian soldiers affect the dynamics of the conflict?

The capture of over 10,000 Russian soldiers represents a significant shift in the conflict's dynamics. It underscores the challenges the Russian Army faces in maintaining morale and operational effectiveness. The situation complicates potential negotiation landscapes, with prisoner exchanges becoming a critical aspect of diplomatic discourse amidst ongoing hostilities.

What role do drones play in the Ukrainian defense against the Russian Army?

Drones have become a crucial component of Ukraine's defense strategy. They have been employed in precise strikes against Russian forces, leading to successful elimination of enemy personnel and equipment. This technological edge allows Ukrainian forces to conduct offensive operations with increased efficiency and reduced risk to personnel.

What impact has the conflict had on civilian populations in combat zones?

The ongoing conflict between Russian and Ukrainian forces has severely impacted civilian populations in combat zones. Incidents of shelling and military operations have resulted in casualties, displacement, and infrastructure damage, exacerbating humanitarian issues and demanding urgent attention and international aid for affected communities.

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Occupier blown up by a mine in the Siverskyi direction Russian soldier was blown up by mine and flew into air in Siversk direction. VIDEO A Russian soldier on a motorcycle attempted to break through to the Defence Forces' zone of responsibility but was blown up by a mine. 4 925 20 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers

Eliminated occupiers lie scattered across the terrain in Chasiv Yar after unsuccessful assaults. Dead occupiers lie scattered in Chasiv Yar after failed assaults. VIDEO In Chasiv Yar, Donetsk region, Ukrainian drones recorded the aftermath of unsuccessful assaults by Russian troops. 6 041 11 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Battles for Chasiv Yar Elimination of Russian occupiers

In the Pokrovsk direction, fighters of the Rubizh brigade destroyed Russian forces and enemy equipment. Fighters of Rubizh brigade destroyed tank, armoured personnel carrier and occupiers’ shelters in Pokrovsk direction. VIDEO Fighters from the Rubizh brigade struck the occupiers' personnel and equipment in the Pokrovsk direction. 1 988 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Russian army losses exceed 1.21 million since the start of full-scale war Total combat losses of Russian Federation since beginning of war - about 1,210,630 people (+750 per day), 11,497 tanks, 35,744 artillery systems, 23,855 armored combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Defense Forces have eliminated 1,210,630 Russian occupiers. 2 926 6 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Russians are increasing the use of guided bombs Russia is increasing use of guided bombs and in 2026 this will be one of main threats, - Ihnat Russian invaders are increasing their use of various types of guided aerial bombs, and in 2026, this will be one of the main threats. 1 729 17 Previously in trend: russia increases weapons production

1 person killed, 2 others injured in Russian shelling Day in Donetsk region: 1 person killed, 2 others injured as result of Russian shelling Over the past day, Russian forces have struck areas in the Donetsk region. 284 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

The invaders shelled Sumy region 30 times: houses and cars were damaged Occupiers shelled Sumy region 30 times: houses, cars, and civilian infrastructure were damaged During the day, from the morning of January 1 to the morning of January 2, 2026, Russian troops carried out more than 30 shellings of 12 settlements in 10 territorial communities of the Sumy region. 422 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of Sumy region

report of the General Staff Total combat losses of Russian Federation since start of war - about 1,209,880 people (+910 per day), 11,494 tanks, 35,720 artillery systems, 23,851 armoured combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Defence Forces have eliminated 1,209,880 Russian occupiers. 5 119 10 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

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. 1 607 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

Russian female stormtrooper Total combat losses of Russian Federation since start of war - approximately 1,208,970 personnel (+1,060 per day), 11,488 tanks, 35,678 artillery systems, 23,849 armoured combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Defence Forces have eliminated 1,208,970 Russian occupiers. 3 717 15 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Steel Border border guards hit occupiers’ positions in Kursk direction with M101 "Steel Border" destroys enemy positions in Kursk direction. VIDEO Border guards of the "Steel Border" unit struck the occupiers’ enemy positions in the Kursk direction. 2 840 2 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers

Vovchansk Occupiers are trying to bypass Vovchansk to expand their control zone – Trehubov The situation in the city of Vovchansk in the Kharkiv region remains relatively stable. However, Russian invaders are trying to bypass the city to expand their control zone. 765 5 Previously in trend: Fighting in the Volchansk 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. 6 064 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. 5 084 9 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Russian prisoners Over 10,000 Russian soldiers have been captured during full-scale war, - Coordination Headquarters The ‘I Want to Live’ project has published comprehensive statistics for the first time on more than 10,000 Russian servicemen who were captured during the full-scale war against Ukraine. The data shows a sharp increase in the number of prisoners, an increase in the proportion of foreign mercenaries, and russia's refusal to engage in a large-scale exchange on the principle of "all for all." 3 042 10 Previously in trend: captured occupiers

Soldiers of the 24th Brigade destroy equipment and Russian infantry in Chasiv Yar Situation in Chasiv Yar: Russians attack under cover of snowfall, using assault groups. VIDEO In the city of Chasiv Yar in Donetsk Oblast, the enemy is attacking under cover of snowfall, using assault groups, army aviation and rocket artillery. 2 857 3 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Battles for Chasiv Yar

Destruction of Russian automotive equipment Total combat losses of Russian Federation since beginning of war - about 1,207,910 people (+1,000 per day), 11,481 tanks, 35,642 artillery systems, 23,845 armored combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Armed Forces have eliminated 1,207,910 Russian occupiers. 3 617 11 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Russian assault troops surrounded the dugout of Ukrainian fighters but were eliminated by strike drones. BULAVA strike UAV company drones rescued their comrades from being surrounded by ruscists in rear. VIDEO Soldiers of the 3rd Mechanized Battalion of the Bohdan Khmelnytskyi Separate Presidential Brigade shared footage showing Russian assault troops pushing into the rear of Defense Forces. 4 895 9 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers

SIGNUM battalion fighters eliminated 7 occupiers in the Lyman direction. SIGNUM drones eliminate seven ruscists in forest belt in Lyman region. VIDEO Ukrainian drone operators from the SIGNUM battalion struck enemy equipment and personnel in the Lyman direction. 2 628 5 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers

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. 6 437 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. 6 605 21 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Special forces of the 14th Brigade eliminated 8 occupiers in the Donetsk direction Chervona Kalyna brigade drones eliminate frightened occupier in garage in Donetsk region. VIDEO Troops of the Ivan Bohun 14th Operational Assignment Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine’s Chervona Kalyna used strike UAVs against Russian infantry in the Donetsk region. 4 979 9 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers

Bombing of the occupiers Ukrainian MiG-29 pilot eliminates occupiers gathered in half-ruined building with AASM HAMMER precision bomb. VIDEO Ukraine’s Air Force carried out an effective airstrike on a concentration of Russian occupation troops that had been building up for a long time inside a building near the front line. 9 970 9 Previously in trend: AFU aviation

Soldiers from the 92nd Brigade eliminated a Russian assault group in a forest during a firefight Total combat losses of the Russian Federation since start of war - approximately 1,206,910 personnel (+1,220 per day), 11,477 tanks, 35,589 artillery systems, 23,841 armoured combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Defence Forces have eliminated 1,206,910 Russian occupiers. 3 635 10 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

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. 4 577 8 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of the occupiers Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Elimination of Russian occupiers

Soldiers of the 43rd Brigade eliminated five occupiers with drone strikes and destroyed an enemy NRK. 43rd SMB fighters destroy enemy UGV and eliminate five occupiers. VIDEO Ukrainian defenders, while patrolling the area within their sector of responsibility,  eliminated five occupiers using drone munition drops. 2 217 5 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of the occupiers 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. 5 701 12 Previously in trend: Destruction of the occupiers Close-quarters combat Elimination of Russian occupiers

Ukrainian drone eliminates occupier in the middle of the road Ukrainian drone hits occupier in backside in middle of road. VIDEO A video has been posted online showing a Ukrainian drone operator, while flying over the unit’s area of responsibility, approaching an occupier from behind and hitting him. 4 122 23 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of the occupiers 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. 4 384 1 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers Elimination of Russian occupiers

Gerasimov says Russia will continue occupation tasks in Ukraine’s regions Gerasimov in report to Putin: Russia will continue occupying Ukraine’s territory Russia plans to continue occupying Ukrainian territories. 4 104 14

Russian soldier films aftermath of UAZ hitting anti-tank mine near Kupiansk Five KIA: surviving occupier shows remains of "loaf" that hit anti-tank mine near Kupiansk. VIDEO A video has appeared online, filmed by a Russian soldier who survived after a vehicle hit an anti-tank mine in the Kupiansk direction in the Kharkiv region. 9 294 6 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

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. 12 191 62 Previously in trend: War crimes of Russia

Enemy convoy burned Occupier films destroyed Russian army column: "It smelled like f#cking burnt meat here. One of them has f#cking brain drain — his skull was shattered.". VIDEO A video has appeared online showing an occupier recording the results of an attack on a Russian army convoy with cumulative ammunition. 10 182 9 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

Ukraine must withdraw its troops from Donbas to end the war, - Peskov Ukraine must withdraw its troops from Donbas to end war, - Peskov Ukraine must withdraw its troops from Donbas to stop the war. 5 994 48 Previously in trend: Putin’s demands regarding war in Ukraine

Russian army logistics Russians keep camel at their positions: "Why are you spacing out, Vasily?". VIDEO Video footage has appeared online showing an occupier filming a camel named Vasily at his position. 6 080 15 Previously in trend: Animals in combat zone

Destruction of Russian equipment Total combat losses of the Russian Federation since start of war - about 1,205,690 people (+1,180 per day), 11,472 tanks, 35,570 artillery systems, 23,837 armoured combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Defence Forces have eliminated 1,205,690 Russian occupiers. 3 483 10 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

shooting of Ukrainian Armed Forces soldiers, war crime Occupiers shot three Ukrainian defenders near Huliaipole, - DeepState. PHOTO Russian invaders have committed yet another war crime. The occupiers shot three Ukrainian Defence Forces soldiers south of Huliaipole in the Zaporizhzhia region. 13 550 62 Previously in trend: War crimes of Russia

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. 2 066 1 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Another 1,200 Russians were destroyed in a day. Total combat losses of Russian Federation since beginning of war - about 1,204,510 people (+1,200 per day), 11,469 tanks, 35,557 artillery systems, 23,831 armored combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Defense Forces have eliminated 1,204,510 Russian occupiers. 3 974 15 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

Russian combat losses in the war against Ukraine exceeded 1.2 million people — General Staff Total combat losses of Russian Federation since beginning of war - about 1,203,310 people (+1,240 per day), 11,464 tanks, 35,542 artillery systems, 23,823 armored combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Armed Forces have eliminated 1,203,310 Russian occupiers. 3 557 7 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

General Staff: Defense Forces hit targets in occupied Donetsk region Number of enemy logistics facilities and special forces hit – General Staff. PHOTO Units of Ukraine’s Defense Forces, on the night of December 26, 2025, struck enemy targets in the temporarily occupied territory of the Donetsk region, a concentration of personnel from the 14th Special Purpose Brigade in the settlement of Berdyanske, and a warehouse of materiel and technical supplies of the 228th Motor Rifle Regiment in the Starobesheve area. 3 602 0 Previously in trend: General Staff report

Budanov: Russia met 2025 recruitment plan of 403,000, sets 409,000 target for 2026 Russia plans to recruit more than 400,000 soldiers next year, Budanov says Russia has fulfilled its 2025 mobilization plan to bring 403,000 soldiers into its occupation army. Russia has now set a 2026 mobilization plan to recruit 409,000 troops. 3 670 51 Previously in trend: Mobilization in Russian Federation

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. 2 171 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of the occupiers

elimination of the occupier Ukrainian kamikaze drones eliminate African mercenary of Russian army in Kupiansk direction. VIDEO On the Kupiansk front in the Kharkiv region, Ukrainian drone operators eliminated a foreign mercenary who was fighting on the side of the Russian occupation forces. 7 217 39 Previously in trend: African mercenaries of Russian army

Russia is recruiting foreigners for the war against Ukraine Enemy is recruiting foreigners: over 150 foreigners from 25 countries joined Russian army in December, - FIS In December, Russia recruited more than 150 foreigners from 25 countries into the Russian army, with another 200 preparing to join. 817 9 Previously in trend: foreign mercenaries in russian army

Close-range firefight Automatic bullets pierce occupier’s body during close combat. VIDEO Footage of combat operations by servicemen of the 25th Separate Airborne Brigade of Sicheslav has been published online. 14 968 29 Previously in trend: Close-quarters combat

Combat work of the MLRS crew MLRS Crew of 33rd SAR delivered precision strike on area where occupiers were concentrated. VIDEO Ukrainian intelligence promptly identified the area where Russian occupation forces were concentrated. After confirming the coordinates, the crew of the multiple launch rocket system of the 33rd separate assault regiment quickly moved into firing position and delivered a precision strike on the designated targets. 5 266 1

Russia’s combat losses in the war with Ukraine — statistics and infographics Total combat losses of Russian Federation since start of war - about 1,202,070 people (+840 per day), 11,459 tanks, 35,509 artillery systems, 23,804 armoured combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Defence Forces have eliminated 1,202,070 Russian occupiers. 3 399 6 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers