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Ukrainian forces have shown exceptional skill in combating Russian tanks this year. In Kostiantynivka, the 28th Mechanised Brigade successfully repulsed a multi-directional assault. Border guards from the "Hart" brigade destroyed an enemy tank in the Southern Slobozhanskyi sector. In the Donetsk region, the "Phoenix" USF unit targeted Russian tanks and logistical structures. Drone operators from multiple brigades, including the 25th Air Assault Brigade and the 77th Air Assault Forces brigade, have actively destroyed camouflaged Russian tanks. This success highlights the vital role of drones and coordinated military strategies in countering Russian armored threats.

What tactics are Ukrainian forces using to combat Russian tanks?

Ukrainian forces employ a combination of direct assaults, strategic use of drones, and coordination between ground troops and aerial units. This multifaceted strategy has proven effective in destroying numerous Russian tanks, including camouflaged and heavily defended units.

How have drones influenced the tank warfare in Ukraine?

Drones have significantly altered the dynamics of tank warfare in Ukraine. They provide real-time reconnaissance, target identification, and can carry out precise strikes on tanks. Units like the Phoenix and 77th Brigade have effectively dismantled enemy tanks using drones, showcasing the technology's tactical advantages.

Which Ukrainian military units are involved in these tank battles?

Several Ukrainian units, such as the 28th Separate Mechanised Brigade, 25th Air Assault Brigade, and the Phoenix USF unit, actively partake in tank combat. These units, along with border guards and drone operators, collaborate in operations against Russian tank formations.

What role does coordination play in Ukraine's tank combat strategy?

Coordination is crucial in Ukraine's tank combat strategy. Successful operations often involve joint efforts between mechanised units, drone operators, and border forces. This collaboration ensures synchronized attacks, maximizes impact, and efficiently neutralizes enemy threats.

Have any specific Russian tanks posed a significant challenge?

Russian tanks equipped with improvised protection, like "hedgehog tanks", have posed challenges. However, Ukrainian tactics and advanced drone technology have mitigated these threats, allowing for effective neutralization of even well-defended Russian military assets.

What impact has the destruction of Russian tanks had on the overall conflict?

The systematic destruction of Russian tanks has disrupted enemy logistics and weakened their offensive capabilities. It has also bolstered Ukrainian morale and showcases the effectiveness of modern warfare techniques integrating technology and traditional military strategy.

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In March 2026, National Guard troops destroyed at least 489 artillery systems and other equipment 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. 883 0 Previously in trend: EW Destruction of Russian equipment Drone operators

Assault in the Kostiantynivka sector 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 coordination with neighbouring units. This was reported by Censor.NET. 5 370 3 Previously in trend: Kostiantynivka direction

Drone attacks Russian tank 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.  1 796 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Fighting in the Southern-Slobozhanskyi direction

Phoenix unit hits Russian armor and logistics in Donetsk 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. 1 775 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Situation in the Donetsk region Drone operators robotic ground complex

Spartan National Guard fighters destroyed three of the occupiers’ tanks in the Pokrovsk direction 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. 4 427 5 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Drone operators

Defence forces struck the occupiers’ equipment in the Kostyantynivka sector 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. 2 723 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Drone operators robotic ground complex Kostiantynivka direction

A pilot from the 25th Brigade of the Airborne Forces destroyed a UAV warehouse and a camouflaged tank in the Pokrovsk area. 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. 2 056 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Drone operators

Soldiers of the 77th Brigade destroy a camouflaged occupiers’ tank 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. 2 376 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Drone operators

125th Brigade drones hit tanks and ruscists in Lyman direction 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. 2 584 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Hostilities in Lyman sector Drone operators

Soldiers of the 53rd Brigade hit a camouflaged tank of the occupiers and smashed it to pieces. 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. 2 244 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Drone operators

Russian tank burning in a forest belt 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 Brigade and crews of heavy bomber drones from Lasar’s Group (National Guard of Ukraine). 5 387 12 Previously in trend: Situation in the Donetsk and Luhansk regions

Soldiers from the Phoenix unit of the State Border Guard Service destroyed two Russian tanks in their area of responsibility. 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. 4 812 5 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Drone operators

Drone chases Russian tankers 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. 6 779 6 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Since the beginning of 2026, soldiers of the 412th Brigade have destroyed more than 20 enemy tanks. 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. 1 785 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Drone operators

Soldiers of the 155th Brigade used a Leopard tank to drive Russian assault troops out of the village of Hryshyne. 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. 5 589 2 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers

Border guards hit enemy equipment in the Kursk and North Slobozhansky directions 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. 900 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Drone operators

Germany,tank 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. 10 076 3 Previously in trend: Drone industry

SIGNUM battalion fighters hit Russian artillery in the Lyman direction 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. 1 361 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Hostilities in Lyman sector

Border guards destroyed a number of occupiers’ vehicles in the Lyman direction 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. 1 224 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Hostilities in Lyman sector

Lasar’s Group NGU fighters repelled an assault by the occupiers in the Novopavlivka direction. 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. 3 038 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Hostilities in the Novopavlivka direction Repelling assault

Ukrainian T-72 crew wipes out Russian infantry near Siversk 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. 9 026 4 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

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. 2 904 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

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. 3 753 7 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

The crew of a tank from the 24th Brigade showed footage of their work against the occupiers in a high-rise building in Chasiv Yar. 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. 9 514 18 Previously in trend: Destruction of the occupiers Battles for Chasiv Yar Elimination of Russian occupiers Destruction of the occupiers’ firing positions

War in Ukraine: Russian army losses exceed 1.19 million people 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. 4 188 14 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

General Staff: Russian Army losses — 1,188,490 people 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. 3 526 10 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

Shot from a tank gun 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. 7 625 11 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Fighters of the 14th Brigade "Chervona Kalyna" hit a building with a dozen occupiers in Donetsk Oblast with a tank. 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. 5 987 5 Previously in trend: Destruction of the occupiers Elimination of Russian occupiers

Ukrainian National Guard soldiers destroyed enemy equipment and occupiers with strike drones 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. 2 942 1 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers Elimination of Russian occupiers

Russian losses in Ukraine: over 1.179 million occupiers eliminated 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. 3 615 13 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

Russian losses as of December 5: Ukrainian Armed Forces eliminated over 1.17 million occupiers 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. 5 188 13 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

Soldiers of the 7th Corps of the Airborne Forces destroyed Russian equipment near Myrnohrad, which was stuck in anti-tank ditches. 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. 7 340 9 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

General Staff: Russian Federation losses exceed 1.17 million military personnel since the start of the invasion 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. 3 560 6 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

General Staff: Russia has lost over 1.17 million personnel since the beginning of the invasion 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. 4 530 9 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

Russian losses as of November 27: over 1.170 million occupiers 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. 3 740 13 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

General Staff: Russia’s losses exceed 1,159,000 occupiers since the start of the invasion 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. 3 808 8 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

Losses of the Russian army in Ukraine: personnel, equipment and artillery 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. 4 122 13 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

Destroyed Russian equipment 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. 4 233 10 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

Russian tank driving Russian serviceman filmed his tank blowing up on mine: "Let’s go, Gorynych!… Holy f#ck!". VIDEO In Donetsk oblast, a Russian soldier filmed the moment a Russian tank hit a Ukrainian anti-tank mine during an assault. 19 131 16 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Russia’s losses exceeded 1.15 million people: another 1,090 in a day Total combat losses of Russian Federation since start of war - about 1,152,160 people (+1,090 per day), 11,342 tanks, 34,349 artillery systems, 23,552 armoured combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHIC Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Defence Forces have eliminated 1,152,160 Russian occupiers. 5 567 14 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

Drone operators from the Phoenix unit destroyed equipment and eliminated occupiers in the Kharkiv region. Phoenix unit takes out tank, gun, and 10 occupiers in Kharkiv region. VIDEO Border guards from the Phoenix unit carried out a series of drone-dropped munition strikes with strike UAVs in the Kharkiv direction, eliminating personnel of occupiers and destroying enemy equipment. 1 676 3 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers Hostilities in Kharkiv region Elimination of Russian occupiers

Tankers of the 5th SAB in battle Tankers of 5th Assault Brigade destroyed group of occupiers in building with accurate shots. VIDEO On the front line, tank crews from the AFU's 5th Separate Assault Brigade carried out a successful operation, destroying a group of Russian assault troops who were preparing to attack. 6 319 3 Previously in trend: Destruction of the occupiers

Soldiers of the 46th Brigade destroyed enemy equipment, occupiers and a ground drone with a grenade launcher Russian tank bogged down in mud destroyed: 46th Brigade drones struck six units of enemy vehicles. VIDEO Soldiers of the 46th Separate Airborne Brigade continue combat operations in the hottest sectors. 3 680 5 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers Elimination of Russian occupiers

Russian tank is on fire Russian tank equipped with "brush" and "barn" anti-drone protection systems burning on side of road. VIDEO A video has been published online showing a damaged armoured vehicle shrouded in smoke. 8 795 12 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine: updated combat losses of Russia as of 3 November Total combat losses of Russian Federation since start of war - about 1,144,830 people (+1,160 per day), 11,321 tanks, 34,207 artillery systems, 23,531 armoured combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHIC Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Defence Forces have eliminated 1,144,830 Russian occupiers. 4 284 8 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupiers

Defense forces destroyed over 800 artillery systems and 93 enemy tanks Russian army losses in October: 31,000 occupiers, 93 tanks, 230 armored vehicles, and over 800 artillery systems In October, the Russian army suffered significant losses — more than 31,000 soldiers, which is equivalent to three divisions. 1 358 4 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupiers

National Guard soldiers showed footage of the destruction of the occupiers’ equipment and shelters in the Kharkiv region. Minus 35 pieces of equipment and 74 dugouts of occupiers: combat work of National Guard in 24 hours. VIDEO Over the past day, National Guard units destroyed 35 pieces of enemy equipment: 2 753 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers’ firing positions

Drone operators from the Phoenix unit repelled an assault by the occupiers in Donetsk Oblast Border guards repel enemy assault in Donetsk region: 14 vehicles and 50 Russian troops taken out. VIDEO The Phoenix Border Guard unit repelled the occupiers` assault and destroyed their equipment in the Donetsk region. 3 324 3 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers Elimination of Russian occupiers Repelling assault