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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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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. 4 105 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. 9 391 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. 12 202 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. 10 223 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. 6 122 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. 3 488 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. 13 641 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. 2 098 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. 3 981 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. 3 605 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. 3 676 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. 2 183 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. 7 251 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. 818 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. 15 066 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. 5 269 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. 3 402 6 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment 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. 3 242 4 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

General Staff: Russia’s losses in the war against Ukraine have reached 1,201,230 military personnel Total combat losses of Russian Federation since start of war - about 1,201,230 people (+860 per day), 11,456 tanks, 35,435 artillery systems, 23,801 armoured combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Defence Forces have eliminated 1,201,230 Russian occupiers. 3 557 7 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

Russian assault troops exit gas pipeline, hit kill zone – 35 killed 35 occupiers killed: Russian assault troops crawled out of Soyuz gas pipeline and were killed by Ukrainian Armed Forces drones. VIDEO Two platoons of Russian assault troops, under the cover of morning fog, tried to carry out a covert exit from a pipe of the Soyuz trunk gas pipeline toward Ukrainian positions. 12 217 23 Previously in trend: Destruction of the occupiers

One person was killed and five were wounded in Donetsk region. Day in Donetsk region: 1 person killed, 5 wounded due to enemy shelling. PHOTOS Over the past day, Russian troops shelled the Kramatorsk and Bakhmut districts of the Donetsk region. 257 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

Two people were killed and five more were injured in the Kherson region. Two people were killed and five more were injured as result of shelling in Kherson region. PHOTOS Over the past day, Russian troops shelled the right bank of the Kherson region with artillery, mortars, multiple launch rocket systems, and various types of UAVs.  321 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Kherson region

Soldiers of the Third Army Corps destroyed the enemy’s Chinese MLRS, an infantry fighting vehicle and 8 occupiers. "FATUM" and Third Army Corps destroyed Chinese MLRS along with the occupiers’ personnel. VIDEO Pilots of the Third Army Corps accurately struck the enemy's Chinese multiple launch rocket system in the Lyman direction. 7 772 12 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers Elimination of Russian occupiers Destruction of the occupiers’ firing positions

Russian losses in the war against Ukraine exceeded 1.2 million people Total combat losses of Russian Federation since beginning of war - about 1,200,370 people (+1,090 per day), 11,449 tanks, 35,376 artillery systems, 23,796 armored combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Defense Forces have eliminated 1,200,370 Russian occupiers. 3 895 16 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

Fighters from the 414th and 4th brigades hit two enemy MLRS in Donbas Madyar’s Birds and Svoboda Battalion destroy two Grad MLRS in Donbas. VIDEO On 23 December, fighters from the 414th Brigade "Madyar's Birds" together with the "Svoboda" Battalion of the 4th Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine struck Russian equipment in Donbas using UAV drop munitions. 2 239 4 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Soldiers of the 28th Brigade repelled the occupiers’ assault near Ivanopil in the Kostyantynivka direction. Troops from 28th SMB repelled enemy assault and destroyed tanks in Kostiantynivka direction. VIDEO Ukrainian defenders from the 28th Separate Mechanized Brigade (SMB), named after the Knights of the Winter Campaign, together with adjacent units, repelled a Russian mechanized assault. 5 689 2 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers Elimination of Russian occupiers Repelling assault Kostiantynivka direction

Soldiers of the 92nd Assault Brigade eliminated 7 occupiers by striking their locations. 92nd brigade drone operators eliminated 7 occupiers and struck enemy hideouts. VIDEO Drone operators of the 92nd Separate Assault Brigade named after Ivan Sirko, struck occupiers’ deployment sites and hideouts during combat sorties. 1 388 3 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of the occupiers Elimination of Russian occupiers

Fighters of the 225th regiment eliminated the occupiers, and one of them surrendered. Fighters of 225th Assault Regiment eliminated three occupiers, and one surrendered. VIDEO Soldiers of the 225th Separate Assault Regiment successfully thwarted attempts by Russian forces to press the offensive and launched a counterattack on the occupiers' positions. 2 916 3 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Close-quarters combat captured occupiers Elimination of Russian occupiers

Russian assault group Kamikaze drone operator eliminates three occupiers in single strike. VIDEO A video of the successful operation of a Ukrainian kamikaze drone operator has been published online, showing one precise strike killing three Russian occupiers. 4 566 12 Previously in trend: Destruction of the occupiers

Russian propagandist Klimov Kremlin propagandist Klimov counts Russian "two-hundreds" in war with Ukraine: "Question arises at one and half million". VIDEO Captain 3rd rank in reserve and well-known Kremlin turbo-patriot Maxim Klimov publicly drew attention to discrepancies regarding the number of Russians who signed a contract with the Russian army and the size of the Russian army group in Ukraine. 12 557 51 Previously in trend: Destruction of the occupiers

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. 5 557 0

Soldiers from the SIGNUM battalion hit an occupier on a motorbike who was travelling through a wooded area in the Lyman direction Occupier’s unsuccessful "stunt" on motorcycle blew him up on a drone: fighters of SIGNUM battalion. VIDEO Pilots from the SIGNUM battalion of the 53rd separate mechanised brigade destroyed a Russian occupier who was travelling along the road on a motorcycle. 5 204 9 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of the occupiers Elimination of Russian occupiers Hostilities in Lyman sector

Ukraine drone video: NGU Burevii Brigade hits tank, EW system, APC Burevii Brigade’s FPV drones eliminate 6 occupiers and hit 9 pieces of enemy equipment. VIDEO Fighters of the 1st Presidential Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine (NGU), the Burevii Brigade, struck enemy personnel and equipment during combat sorties with strike UAVs. 2 742 1 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers Elimination of Russian occupiers

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. 3 134 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

Soldiers of the Third Army Corps held one of the positions for 45 days with a single ground drone Third Assault Brigade’s NC13 operators held the line with ground drone for 45 days — zero losses. VIDEO Over 45 days, the unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) of the Third Separate Assault Brigade went on combat duty and, with machine-gun fire, suppressed all attempts by the enemy to break through into the fighters’ defense sector. 3 743 4 Previously in trend: Destruction of the occupiers’ firing positions

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. 4 409 5 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Fighters of the 14th Special Forces Brigade filmed footage of an occupier’s unsuccessful attempt to cross barbed wire. Occupier gets tangled in barbed wire, falls and leaves his weapon in grass. VIDEO Fighters of the 14th Operational Assignment Brigade named after Ivan Bohun of the National Guard of Ukraine, "Chervona Kalyna," filmed with a drone how a Russian occupier got tangled in barbed wire. 3 565 4 Previously in trend: Situation in the Donetsk and Luhansk regions

Soldiers of the 225th regiment hit the Russians who were crossing the river 225th Assault Regiment pilots hit occupiers’ boat during river crossing. VIDEO Ukrainian drone operators carried out a combat mission and eliminated a group of occupiers who were trying to cross a river into the Defense Forces’ area of responsibility. 5 132 11 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of the occupiers Elimination of Russian occupiers

The Defence Forces’ strike drones eliminated the occupiers by hitting them in the head in the Sumy direction. Occupier "hides" from Defense Forces strike drone by covering his eyes with his hands. VIDEO Footage has appeared online showing the elimination of an occupier who, together with a fellow soldier, was sitting in a pit among the thickets in the Sumy direction. 5 155 8 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of the occupiers Elimination of Russian occupiers

The occupiers have carried out 595 strikes on the Zaporizhzhia region Occupiers carried out nearly 600 strikes on Zaporizhzhia region in 24 hours: homes and vehicles damaged. PHOTOS Over the past day, Russian forces launched 595 strikes on 21 settlements in the Zaporizhzhia region. 311 3 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Zaporizhzhia region

One person was killed and three others were wounded as a result of Russian aggression In Kherson region, one person killed and three wounded as result of Russian shelling. PHOTOS Over the past day, Russian troops fired artillery and multiple launch rocket systems and used various types of UAVs on the right bank of the Kherson region. 235 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Kherson region

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. 8 193 20 Previously in trend: Animals in combat zone

Russian marine in Kherson region Ukrainian artillery and drones destroyed 24 Russian marines on islands of Kherson region. VIDEO The Ukrainian Defence Forces dealt a decisive blow to Russian marine units attempting to gain a foothold on islands in the Kherson region. 6 730 11 Previously in trend: fightings in Kherson region

Russia’s losses in the war against Ukraine exceeded 1.19 million people Total combat losses of Russian Federation since start of war - about 1,196,740 people (+1,120 per day), 11,438 tanks, 35,308 artillery systems, 23,772 armoured combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Defence Forces have eliminated 1,197,860 Russian occupiers. 3 635 14 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

Fighters of the 7th Airborne Corps eliminated an occupier with a strike drone in the Donetsk direction. FPV drone "stuck" to occupier and blew him up: combat work of 7th Airborne Corps. VIDEO Pilots from the 7th Airborne Assault Corps showed footage of the elimination of an occupier with an FPV drone in the Donetsk direction. 5 767 13 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of the occupiers Elimination of Russian occupiers

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. 7 442 14 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction