Ukrainian forces continue to demonstrate extraordinary effectiveness in neutralizing Russian tanks and military equipment. Units such as the National Guard's "Azov" Brigade and drone operators across various brigades have been instrumental in this success. In the Dobropillia sector, the 1st Corps of the National Guard inflicted over 1,800 casualties and destroyed significant adversary assets. Meanwhile, in Kharkiv Oblast, USF and the K-2 Brigade successfully targeted Russian tanks and artillery positions. The T-90M "Proryv," once considered the pride of Russian defense, is now regularly turned into scrap metal by Ukrainian defenders using FPV drones. In March alone, the National Guard hit hundreds of enemy pieces of equipment, including 21 tanks. The synergy of ground forces and modern drone warfare tactics highlights Ukraine's strategic prowess and relentless defense against Russian aggression.
How are Ukrainian forces countering Russian tanks?
Ukrainian forces employ a combination of drone warfare and targeted strikes by mechanized and assault brigades to effectively counter Russian tanks. Units such as the "Azov" Brigade and various drone operators have played crucial roles by utilizing FPV drones to neutralize camouflaged tanks. This strategy, combined with precise reconnaissance, significantly undercuts Russian armored capabilities on the battlefield.
What impact have Ukrainian drones had on Russian tank operations?
Ukrainian drones have had a substantial impact on Russian tank operations by enhancing battlefield awareness and allowing precise, remote strikes on armored targets. They have successfully destroyed numerous Russian tanks, including advanced models like the T-90M. Through effective drone deployments, Ukrainian forces have managed to reduce Russian tanks to immobile threats, often catching enemy crews off-guard.
Which brigades are leading the efforts in tank destruction?
Several Ukrainian brigades are leading efforts in tank destruction, notably the 1st Corps National Guard's "Azov" Brigade, the 20th K-2 Brigade, and various units within the Air Assault Forces. These brigades employ advanced techniques and collaborate closely with drone operators to maximize damage to Russian tanks and equipment, effectively disrupting Russian offensives.
What are the key types of Russian tanks and equipment being targeted?
The key types of Russian tanks and equipment targeted by Ukrainian forces include the T-90M "Proryv," an advanced model that represents a significant component of Russia’s armored strength. Other targets include the T-55 tanks used in artillery roles and various electronic warfare systems. By targeting such critical assets, Ukrainian forces diminish the operational effectiveness of Russian troops.
How has the use of FPV drones transformed battlefield tactics?
The use of FPV drones has transformed battlefield tactics by providing Ukrainian forces with real-time intelligence and the ability to execute precise strikes on enemy assets from a safe distance. This technology allows operators to target and destroy camouflaged tanks and other high-value targets with great efficiency, dramatically altering the dynamics of armored warfare and contributing to Ukraine’s defensive and offensive successes.
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Aerial reconnaissance personnel and strike UAV operators from 13th Brigade of NGU, "Khartiia", destroyed Russian tank. VIDEO The appearance of enemy tanks on the battlefield amidst heavy fire has become a rare occurrence, so every such vehicle becomes a priority target for Ukrainian defenders. According to Censor.NET, aerial reconnaissance personnel and operators of strike UAVs from the 13th Brigade of the Ukrainian... 1 358 4 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment
Operators from 3rd Battalion breached anti-drone defences and blew up invader’s tank in Kharkiv region. VIDEO Soldiers from the 3rd Motorised Infantry Battalion destroyed a Russian tank that the occupiers had brought almost right up to the front line in the north of the Kharkiv region. 4 208 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers’ firing positions
FATUM operators detonate unexploded KAB in field and destroy occupiers’ camouflaged Grad MLRS. VIDEO Soldiers of the FATUM unit of the Unmanned Systems Battalion of the 60th Separate Mechanized Brigade, part of the Third Army Corps, hit enemy equipment and personnel in their area of responsibility. 3 047 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Destruction of the occupiers’ firing positions
Soldiers of 1st Corps of National Guard of Ukraine "Azov" eliminated over 1,800 occupiers and destroyed hundreds of pieces of equipment in May. VIDEO Units of the 1st Corps of the National Guard of Ukraine’s"Azov" Brigade continue to inflict significant losses on Russian forces in the Dobropillia sector, thwarting the enemy’s assault operations and strengthening the defences of Ukrainian positions. 2 405 3 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Situation in Dobropillia direction
USF and K-2 Brigade operators destroy occupiers’ tank, artillery and infantry in Kharkiv Oblast. VIDEO Operators of the Unmanned Systems Forces (USF) and soldiers of the 20th K-2 Brigade continue to take out Russian occupiers’ personnel and equipment in Kharkiv Oblast. 3 223 3 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Destruction of the occupiers’ firing positions
Occupiers on burning T-90M "Proryv" tank are trying in vain to escape from Ukrainian drones. VIDEO Ukrainian defenders continue to reduce the Russian defence industry’s ‘pride’ – the T-90M ‘Proryv’ tanks – to scrap metal. According to Censor.NET, footage has been published online showing the effective work of FPV drone operators from the "Northern Eagle" unit, part of the 151st Separate... 12 314 10 Previously in trend: Fighting in Kharkiv direction
NGU units hit nearly 400 enemy artillery systems, 21 tanks and 52 EW systems in April. VIDEO Throughout April 2026, fighters of the National Guard of Ukraine carried out strikes on the occupiers’ positions, equipment, and logistics along the entire front line. 884 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Strikes on Russian logistics
11 guns and T-55 tank used by occupiers as howitzer taken out: combat work of 225th Separate Assault Regiment drone operators. VIDEO Troops of the 225th Separate Assault Regiment carried out a series of strikes on enemy artillery in their area of responsibility. 2 551 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers’ firing positions
Drone operators from "FATUM" battalion struck tank, electronic warfare equipment and depots containing occupiers’ supplies and ammunition. VIDEO The Unmanned Systems Battalion of the 60th Mechanised Brigade, part of the Third Army Corps, carried out a series of strikes against enemy targets within its area of responsibility. 2 265 2 Previously in trend: EW Destruction of Russian equipment Drone operators
Soldiers from 225th Regiment destroyed enemy hangar with equipment near Huliaipole. VIDEO UAV operators from the 225th Separate Assault Regiment of Ukraine’s Armed Forces destroyed a hangar containing Russian armored vehicles near the Huliaipole area. 3 288 4 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Drone operators Fighting in Huliaipole direction
Soldiers of Ukrainian National Guard destroyed at least 1,715 pieces of the occupiers’ equipment in March. VIDEO Soldiers of the Ukrainian National Guard carry out daily precision strikes against key enemy targets — military equipment, logistics, command posts and communications centres. 1 046 0 Previously in trend: EW Destruction of Russian equipment Drone operators
Failure of combined assault on Kostiantynivka: 28th SMB destroyed enemy groups advancing from four directions. VIDEO In the Kostiantynivka sector, the Ukrainian Defence Forces demonstrated exemplary resilience by repelling a large-scale combined assault by Russian troops. The brunt of the attack was borne by soldiers of the 28th Separate Mechanised Brigade named after the Knights of the Winter Campaign, in... 5 504 3 Previously in trend: Kostiantynivka direction
One enemy tank down: border guards from "Hart" brigade successfully carried out operation in South Slobozhanskyi sector. VIDEO In the Southern Slobozhanskyi sector, border guards continue to demonstrate high effectiveness in combating the enemy’s heavy armoured vehicles. 1 911 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Fighting in the Southern-Slobozhanskyi direction
Pilots of "Phoenix" USF unit hit tank, "Grad" MLRS, and occupiers’ logistics in Donetsk region. VIDEO Pilots from the "Phoenix" Unmanned Systems Forces (USF) grouping of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine carried out a series of strikes on Russian military equipment in the Donetsk direction, hitting a number of enemy combat and logistical targets. 1 913 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Situation in the Donetsk region Drone operators Unmanned Ground Vehicles UGVs
Drone operators of NGU’s Spartan brigade smashed 3 Russian tanks to pieces in Pokrovsk direction. VIDEO Ukrainian troops from the Spartan brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine destroyed Russian tanks in the Pokrovsk direction. 4 513 5 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Drone operators
UAV units of 28th Separate Mechanised Brigade destroyed 27 pieces of occupiers’ equipment on approaches to Kostiantynivka. VIDEO Intense fighting is ongoing on the approaches to Kostiantynivka. Russian troops are trying to break through to the city and establish logistical routes for a further offensive. 2 908 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Drone operators Unmanned Ground Vehicles UGVs Kostiantynivka direction
Pilots of 25th Air Assault Brigade burned down drone depot and destroyed camouflaged occupiers’ tank in Pokrovsk. VIDEO Pilots of the 25th Separate Sicheslav Air Assault Brigade of the 7th Rapid Response Corps of the Air Assault Forces destroyed a depot storing Russian drones and struck a camouflaged tank near Pokrovsk. 2 192 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Drone operators
Drone operators of 77th Air Assault Forces brigade smash camouflaged Russian tank with strike drones. VIDEO Fighters of the 77th Separate Naddniprianska Airmobile Brigade of the 7th Rapid Response Corps of Air Assault Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine destroyed a camouflaged Russian tank using strike drones. 2 488 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Drone operators
Drones of 125th SHMB destroyed tanks, vehicle and UGV and eliminated occupiers in pipe in Lyman direction. VIDEO Drone operators from the 125th Separate Heavy Mechanized Brigade (SHMB) of the Third Army Corps struck logistical and fire support equipment, as well as ruscist personnel, in the Lyman direction. 2 720 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Hostilities in Lyman sector Drone operators
SIGNUM drone operators detect and smash occupiers’ camouflaged tank to pieces. VIDEO Drone operators of the SIGNUM battalion of the 53rd Separate Mechanized Brigade detected a camouflaged Russian tank in their area of responsibility. 2 361 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Drone operators
Three occupiers try to put out their tank, burning after ammo cook-off, with snow. VIDEO Another successful hunt for heavy enemy armor has been recorded in the Luhansk direction, culminating in a tragicomic spectacle staged by the invaders. As reported by Censor.NET, a Russian tank was destroyed through the joint efforts of reconnaissance units from the 77th Separate Airmobile... 5 502 12 Previously in trend: Situation in the Donetsk and Luhansk regions
Pilots of Phoenix unit struck 2 Russian tanks in middle of field in Donetsk direction. VIDEO Drone operators of the "Phoenix" unit of the State Border Guard Service's (SBGS) unmanned systems struck 2 Russian tanks in the Donetsk direction. 4 906 5 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Drone operators
Ukrainian drones chase two Russian tank crewmen through Serebrianskyi forest and attack camouflaged enemy armored vehicle. VIDEO Ukrainian drones continue to make life hell for Russian occupiers in the difficult conditions of forested terrain. As reported by Censor.NET, pilots of the SIGNUM battalion have published footage of their effective operations in the Serebrianskyi forestry area. 6 847 6 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment
Drone operators from 412th Brigade "Nemesis" have destroyed two tank companies of occupiers since beginning of 2026. VIDEO Drone operators from the 412th Brigade "Nemesis"destroyed two enemy tank companies in their area of responsibility. 1 926 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Drone operators
155th Brigade Anne of Kyiv eliminated enemy assault group in Hryshyne with Leopard 2A4 tank. VIDEO Warriors of the 155th Separate Mechanized Brigade Anne of Kyiv detected and drove out an assault group of ruscists in the settlement of Hryshyne. 5 699 2 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers
Askold reconnaissance unit border guards hit tank, antennas and occupiers’ drone with drones. VIDEO Border guards from the Askold reconnaissance unit of the Steel Border Brigade struck enemy equipment in the Kursk and North Slobozhanskyi directions. 964 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Drone operators
Russia and Ukraine change drone tactics due to emergence of "hedgehog tanks," - Forbes Russia and Ukraine are adapting their tactics for using drones and weapons in response to the spread of so-called "hedgehog tanks" — armoured vehicles with improvised protection against FPV drones. 10 182 3 Previously in trend: Drone industry
Minus occupiers’ Nona self-propelled guns and Grad multiple rocket launchers: combat operations by fighters of SIGNUM battalion. VIDEO Fighters from the SIGNUM battalion of the 53rd separate mechanised brigade struck enemy artillery in the Lyman direction with strike drones. 1 415 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Hostilities in Lyman sector
Border guards from Phoenix unit hit four enemy UAV control points in Lyman direction. VIDEO Border guards from the Phoenix unit struck enemy UAV and artillery command posts in the Lyman direction with drones. 1 289 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Hostilities in Lyman sector
NGU "Lasar’s Group" drone operators repel assault, burn tanks in Novopavlivka direction. VIDEO Fighters from the NGU strike UAV unit "Lasar’s Group" repelled an assault in the Novopavlivka direction and burned enemy tanks. 3 205 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Hostilities in the Novopavlivka direction Repelling assault
Ukrainian T-72 crew kills Russian infantry under FPV fire in Siversk direction. VIDEO In the Siversk direction of the front, the crew of a Ukrainian T-72 tank from the 10th Separate Mountain Assault Brigade demonstrated high combat skill by eliminating a group of Russian infantrymen in a treeline. 9 139 4 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces
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. 2 990 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction
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. 3 851 7 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces
T-72 tank of 24th Brigade destroyed a high-rise building with occupiers in Chasiv Yar. VIDEO Soldiers of the 24th Separate Mechanised Brigade showed episodes of their combat work as the crew of a T-72 tank against the occupiers in the Donetsk direction. 9 600 18 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Battles for Chasiv Yar Elimination of Russian occupiers Destruction of the occupiers’ firing positions
Total combat losses of Russian Federation since beginning of war - about 1,194,520 people (+1,220 per day), 11,433 tanks, 35,250 artillery systems, 23,768 armored combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Armed Forces have eliminated 1,193,300 Russian occupiers. 4 284 14 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces
Total combat losses of Russian Federation since beginning of war - about 1,188,490 people (+710 per day), 11,410 tanks, 35,041 artillery systems, 23,721 armored combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Armed Forces have eliminated 1,188,490 Russian occupiers. 3 604 10 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces
Leopard 2A4 strikes Russian infantry positions in Pokrovsk area. VIDEO A Ukrainian Leopard 2A4 tank fired on Russian infantry positions in the Pokrovsk area of the Donetsk region. 7 715 11 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction
Ukrainian tank from 14th Chervona Kalyna Brigade destroys building with ruscists inside. VIDEO A video has been posted online showing Ukrainian tank crews from the Wolf Pack company striking a building with Russian forces inside near the village of Rodynske in the Donetsk region. 6 104 5 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers
Typhoon strike drones of National Guard hit equipment and ruscists in fog. VIDEO Commander of the National Guard of Ukraine Oleksandr Pivnenko has shared footage of the combat work of the Typhoon unmanned systems unit. 3 013 1 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers
Total combat losses of Russian Federation since beginning of war - about 1,179,790 people (+1,180 per day), 11,398 tanks, 34,874 artillery systems, 23,688 armored combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Defense Forces have eliminated 1,179,790 Russian occupiers. 3 715 13 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces
Total combat losses of Russian Federation since beginning of war - about 1,178,610 people (+1,240 per day), 11,396 tanks, 34,843 artillery systems, 23,686 armored combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Armed Forces have eliminated 1,178,610 Russian occupiers. 5 275 13 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces
Paratroopers from 7th Air Assault Corps destroy Russian "turtle tanks" stuck in ditches near Myrnohrad. VIDEO Paratroopers from the 7th Corps of Ukraine’s Air Assault Forces finished off Russian "turtle tanks" near Myrnohrad using strike UAVs. 7 501 9 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction
Total combat losses of Russian Federation since start of war - about 1,175,030 people (+1,110 per day), 11,387 tanks, 34,768 artillery systems, 23,679 armoured combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Defence Forces have eliminated 1,175,030 Russian occupiers. 3 679 6 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces
Total combat losses of Russian Federation since beginning of war - about 1,171,700 people (+910 per day), 11,381 tanks, 34,733 artillery systems, 23,658 armored combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Defense Forces have eliminated 1,171,700 Russian occupiers. 4 615 9 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces
Total combat losses of Russian Federation since beginning of war - about 1,170,790 people (+1,100 per day), 11,380 tanks, 34,730 artillery systems, 23,643 armored combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Defense Forces have eliminated 1,170,790 Russian occupiers. 3 822 13 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces
Russia’s total combat losses since start of war: about 1,159,420 personnel (+1,160 in the past day), 11,355 tanks, 34,486 artillery systems and 23,594 armoured fighting vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the beginning of Russia’s full-scale invasion, Ukraine’s Defence Forces have eliminated 1,159,420 Russian occupiers. 3 876 8 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces
Total combat losses of Russian Federation since start of war - about 1,156,400 people (+1,040 per day), 11,342 tanks, 34,423 artillery systems, 23,569 armoured combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHIC Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Defence Forces have eliminated 1,156,400 Russian occupiers. 4 221 13 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces
Total combat losses of Russian Federation since beginning of war - about 1,155,360 people (+1,180 per day), 11,344 tanks, 34,388 artillery systems, 23,567 armored combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Defense Forces have eliminated 1,155,360 Russian occupiers. 4 315 10 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces
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