Ukrainian forces, utilizing strategic elimination tactics, have significantly disrupted Russian military operations. The 1st Corps of Ukraine's National Guard "Azov" reported 1,800 occupiers eliminated. MiG-29MU1 pilots executed precision air strikes on Russian bases, destroying enemy infrastructure. Additionally, drone operators from the "CODE 9.2" unit carried out strikes on enemy logistics up to 150 kilometers behind front lines in Zaporizhzhia. Such aggressive tactics emphasize the operational focus on dismantling Russian capabilities. With drones and advanced weaponry, Ukraine's defense continues to mitigate enemy advances, targeting strategic assets with high precision.

What is the significance of elimination tactics in current warfare?

Elimination tactics are crucial in modern warfare as they allow military forces to incapacitate the enemy by systematically targeting key personnel, equipment, and infrastructure, creating strategic advantages on the battlefield and weakening enemy capabilities.

How have Ukrainian forces utilized drone technology effectively?

Ukrainian forces have harnessed drone technology to conduct precise strikes over long distances, disrupting Russian supply lines and destroying logistical assets. This has proven critical in applying pressure on enemy operations and maintaining strategic superiority.

How do precision air strikes contribute to military success?

Precision air strikes enhance military success by allowing forces to target and eliminate adversarial infrastructure with minimal collateral damage. They ensure swift, effective neutralization of strategic enemy positions, bolstering ground operations and morale.

What impact have Ukrainian drones had on Russian logistics?

Ukrainian drones have severely disrupted Russian logistics. By targeting supply columns and storage facilities, these unmanned systems have incapacitated resupply efforts, significantly degrading the operational capabilities of Russian forward units.

How do night operations affect the outcomes of armed conflicts?

Night operations provide a strategic advantage, allowing forces to conduct surprise attacks and maximize the element of surprise. By operating under cover of darkness, forces like Ukraine's SIGNUM battalion effectively diminish enemy resistance and control key areas.

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Soldiers of the 82nd Assault Brigade repelled the attack of the occupiers and eliminated them in Pokrovsk, Donetsk region. Paratroopers and drone operators of 82nd SAAB repel enemy assault in Pokrovsk. VIDEO Drone operators of the 82nd Separate Air Assault Bukovyna Brigade (SAAB) of the 8th Corps of the Air Assault Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine came to the aid of their infantry comrades in Pokrovsk, Donetsk region. 5 505 2 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers

Ukrainian defenders eliminated the occupier with a strike drone "Don’t come back here again. And tell your friends": Defence Forces eliminate ruscist with drone. VIDEO A video has been published online showing Ukrainian defenders skilfully eliminating an occupier hiding in the thickets on 5 December 2025. 5 472 4 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers

Direct hit by an artillery shell on a Russian soldier Artillerymen of 63rd Brigade hit Russian soldier with shell from distance of 12 km in Lyman direction. VIDEO In the Lyman direction, the artillery unit of the 63rd Separate Mechanised Brigade demonstrated exceptional accuracy. A shell fired from a 2S1 Gvozdika self-propelled howitzer flew 12 kilometres and hit a Russian soldier moving along a tree line. 4 248 4

Ukraine war latest: FPV drone destroys Russian Courier UGV In Sumy direction, FPV drone of Armed Forces of Ukraine destroys Russian Courier ground drone carrying ammunition. VIDEO In the Sumy sector, Ukrainian strike drones have once again effectively targeted Russian equipment. FPV drone pilots took out a Russian Courier unmanned ground vehicle that was transporting ammunition to the occupiers’ forward positions. 3 994 9

Destruction of Russian UAVs Southern Defence Forces shot down 13 enemy UAVs: "Molniya" and "Supercam" drones destroyed. VIDEO The Southern Defence Forces reported the successful destruction of another group of Russian drones that were attempting to conduct reconnaissance and attack Ukrainian positions. 865 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian drones

Fighters from the 3rd Separate Assault Brigade successfully hit the enemy’s Sontsepok MLRS. Third Assault Brigade destroys Russian Solntsepyok heavy flamethrower system. VIDEO Soldiers of the 3rd Assault Brigade successfully struck a TOS-1A Solntsepyok multiple rocket launcher system of the occupiers while it was in action, which is how the launcher gave away its location. 3 800 4 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers

Soldiers of the 225th separate assault regiment struck Russian infantry in the Sumy region Soldiers of 225th Assault Regiment eliminate Russian infantry near Oleksiivka in Sumy region. VIDEO In the Sumy region, near the village of Oleksiivka, the occupiers are trying to break through to the Defense Forces’ positions individually or in small groups, but without success. 2 941 2 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers Fighting in Sumy region

Madyar’s Birds eliminated the occupier near his shelter Madyar’s Birds drone chased down invader fleeing to his hideout. VIDEO Drone operators of the 414th Madyar’s Birds Brigade eliminated an occupier who tried to escape from a Ukrainian UAV. 4 469 7 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces 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. 2 994 1 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers

Fighters of the 68th Brigade eliminated Russian assault troops, a flag bearer and two vehicles. Drones of 68th Dovbush’s Hornets Brigade eliminate "flag-bearer" occupier in middle of road. VIDEO The Dovbush’s Hornets unit of the 68th Jaeger Brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine destroyed two enemy vehicles carrying Russian assault troops in its area of responsibility. 2 856 1 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers

Soldiers of the Third Army Corps destroyed the occupiers’ equipment and personnel in the Lyman region. Pilots of 3rd Army Corps destroy vehicle with Russian infantry in single drone strike. VIDEO Drone operators from the Third Army Corps of the FATUM unit of the 60th Separate Mechanised Brigade hit an enemy vehicle while it was moving, with Russian infantry inside. 5 456 4 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers Hostilities in Lyman sector

Russian assault collapses as IFV is hit twice and infantry flees Two direct hits on Russian IFV with occupier assault troops. VIDEO The occupiers’ attempted assault ended before they even managed to launch their advance. The infantry never even got out of their armoured vehicle, the first strike hit the infantry fighting vehicle (IFV) almost immediately. 9 552 10 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Defence of Ukraine: destruction of Russian equipment and weapons Total combat losses of Russian Federation since start of war - about 1,181,680 people (+810 per day), 11,403 tanks, 34,917 artillery systems, 23,689 armoured combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Defence Forces have eliminated 1,181,680 Russian occupiers. 5 282 9 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Border guards destroyed a camouflaged occupiers’ tank, shelters and a BC warehouse in the Kursk direction. Border guards of "Steel Border" destroyed tank and shelters of occupiers in Kursk direction. VIDEO Border guards piloting "Steel Border" drones destroyed enemy equipment and shelters in the Kursk direction during sorties. 1 585 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Soldiers of the 30th Brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine repelled an assault by the occupiers during thick fog. Soldiers of 30th Brigade repelled assault by occupiers during thick fog. VIDEO Soldiers of the 2nd Mechanised Battalion of the 30th Brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine repelled an assault by the occupiers in their area of responsibility. 3 618 2 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers Repelling assault

On the night of 6 December, the Air Force shot down 12 Russian cruise missiles and 39 strike UAVs. Combat operation of Iris-T anti-aircraft missile system against Russian cruise missiles. VIDEO On the night of 6 December 2025, during a massive attack by the Russian Federation, the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine engaged enemy cruise missiles and drones. 7 903 14 Previously in trend: Shooting down Shaheds Destruction of missiles and drones missile attack Drone shootings over Ukraine

Ukrainian defender shot down a Russian drone with a single shot from an assault rifle Defence Forces soldier shot down kamikaze drone over Kostiantynivka with a single shot from assault rifle. VIDEO A video has been published online showing a Ukrainian soldier shooting down a Russian kamikaze drone. 7 531 19 Previously in trend: Kostiantynivka direction

DIU fighters blew up a car with Russian military personnel from the 76th Airborne Assault Division of the Russian Armed Forces DIU and Resistance Movement blew up car with occupiers in Kherson region. VIDEO On 6 December 2025, as a result of an operation by the Active Operations Department of the Defence Intelligence of the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine and the Resistance Movement in the Kherson region, two occupiers and their vehicle were eliminated. 6 248 12 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces 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. 3 703 13 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

elimination of a Russian Drone circles over occupier walking through overgrown field like dead man walking. VIDEO The operator of a Ukrainian kamikaze drone from the 65th Separate Mechanised Brigade Velykyi Luh eliminated an occupier who was walking through an overgrown field like a dead man walking, talking on his radio and ignoring the drone’s manoeuvres. 6 055 15 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers

attack on an enemy reconnaissance drone Five Russian reconnaissance drones were destroyed by SIGNUM pilots in Lyman direction. VIDEO Pilots from the SIGNUM battalion have once again successfully carried out Russian aerial reconnaissance in the Lyman direction. 2 449 2 Previously in trend: Ukrainian Air defence

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. 5 262 13 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Destruction of a Russian aircraft in Crimea Defence Intelligence of Ukraine destroys Russian MiG-29 fighter jet in occupied Crimea. VIDEO On 4 December, fighters from the Prymary special unit of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine (HUR) of the Ministry of Defence struck a Russian MiG-29 multirole fighter jet at the Kacha military airfield in temporarily occupied Crimea. 8 734 11 Previously in trend: Attacks on Crimea Destruction of enemy equipment in Crimea

Russian soldier caught fire after drone attack ’Camel’ occupier explodes and bursts into flames after Ukrainian FPV drone strike. VIDEO Ukrainian FPV drone operators eliminated the so-called "caravanner" or "camel" – the lowest caste in the Russian army, whom the occupiers use as human pack animals on the front line. 8 524 12 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers

The operators of the Madyar Birds drones eliminated the occupier, whose legs were torn off by the explosion. Played dead and lost his limbs: Madyar’s Birds drone eliminates ruscist. VIDEO During one of their patrols, drone operators from the Madyar’s Birds unit blew an occupier apart. 7 118 8 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers

Special Operations Forces soldiers eliminated a Russian soldier in the forests of the Donetsk region Ruscist plants grenades under himself: Special Operations Forces fighter eliminates him and escapes blast. VIDEO Special Operations Forces operators carried out a successful clearance operation in the forests of the Donetsk region. 5 657 12 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces interview with captured occupier

Pilots of the 46th Airborne Brigade eliminated four occupiers and destroyed their shelter Ruscist props his head against trench wall and awaits strike: 46th Brigade drones eliminate him. VIDEO While flying over their area of responsibility, Ukrainian defenders killed four occupiers and their dugout using kamikaze drones. 7 142 9 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers

The defence forces of the 3rd Special Forces Brigade eliminated 25 occupiers and their equipment. Spartan drone operators eliminated 25 occupiers and 6 pieces of equipment. VIDEO Droneoperators from the 3rd Operational Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine named after Colonel Petro Bolbochan "Spartan" eliminated 25 occupiers and 6 pieces of equipment. 2 076 4 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian 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. 7 463 9 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

In the Vovchansk direction, the Russians are lamenting the loss of their crew after a strike by the Defence Forces. Ruscists whine next to burning vehicle with eliminated crew on Vovchansk front. VIDEO A video posted online shows Russian troops whining next to a burning vehicle that has been hit on the Vovchansk front. 8 789 23 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Battles in Vovchansk Elimination of Russian occupiers

A fighter from the 82nd Airborne Brigade single-handedly eliminated two invaders, one of whom was the group commander. Paratrooper from 82nd Brigade eliminated two occupiers in firefight, one of whom was group commander. VIDEO A paratrooper from the 82nd Separate Air Assault Brigade is seen in the footage eliminating two occupiers hiding in ruined houses. 6 894 4 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers

Occupier moments before death Occupier, caught by drone on road, tries in vain to escape death, firing back with automatic weapon. VIDEO A Ukrainian strike FPV drone eliminated a Russian occupier who was caught on the road. 7 408 22 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Destruction of two Russian motorcycle stormtroopers Kamikaze drones destroyed two occupiers on motorcycles who got tangled up in spent fibre optic cable. VIDEO Ukrainian kamikaze drone operators eliminated two occupiers whose motorcycles got tangled up in the remains of spent fibre optic cable. 7 585 7 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Ukrainian airborne troops released footage of an occupier whimpering near his eliminated comrades. Russian showed 8 dead fellow soldiers after Ukrainian drone attack. VIDEO A video of the Airborne Assault Forces has been published online, in which a Russian soldier shows his dead comrades. 14 665 35 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers

Madyar’s Birds FPV strike blows apart Russian soldier in open field Madyar’s Birds drones hit ruscist – only his legs and arm remain. VIDEO Drone operators from the 414th Madyar’s Birds Brigade carried out a strike and eliminated a ruscist in open steppe terrain. 6 345 29 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers

Azov Brigade fighters destroyed a column of Russian equipment near Dobropillia Ukrainian Azov Corps troops rout Russian armoured columns near Dobropillia. VIDEO Footage showing Azov Corps fighters routing Russian armoured columns near Dobropillia has been posted online. 9 735 8 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Azov Brigade

Fighters of the 15th Black Forest Brigade struck a rare electronic warfare system of the occupiers, which they had hidden in the forest. Reconnaissance fighters of Chornyi Lis brigade destroy rare ruscists’ Zhitel EW system hidden in forest. VIDEO Ukrainian troops from the 15th Separate Artillery Reconnaissance Brigade "Chornyi Lis" ("Black Forest") have released footage of Russian equipment being destroyed in a forested area. 2 319 3 Previously in trend: EW Destruction of Russian equipment

Fighters of the 225th separate assault regiment eliminated the invaders with a strike drone Drone strike hits ruscists at night, in morning Ukrainian dogs are feeding on them – combat work of 225th Regiment. VIDEO Fighters from the 225th Separate Assault Regiment have posted footage showing Russian infantry being eliminated inside a ruined house. 3 642 7 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers

Soldiers of the 15th Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine destroyed an enemy tank, self-propelled gun and electronic warfare equipment in the Kupiansk direction. Kara-Dag National Guard brigade fighters destroys occupiers’ tank, SPG and EW systems in Kupiansk sector. VIDEO The occupiers continue to press with human wave assaults against the battle formations of the 15th Kara-Dag Brigade of Ukraine’s National Guard in the Kupiansk sector. 1 337 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Fighting in the Kupіansk direction

SIGNUM battalion fighters eliminated seven occupiers who were hiding in corners and pretending to be dead. One hid under poncho, another played dead: SIGNUM battalion drone pilots eliminate occupiers. VIDEO Drone pilots from the SIGNUM battalion have eliminated seven occupiers in the Lyman direction. 3 614 3 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers Hostilities in Lyman sector

pecial Operations Forces clear industrial site in Pokrovsk sector Tactical group of 3rd Special Operations Forces Regiment clears industrial facility in Pokrovsk direction. VIDEO In the Pokrovsk direction, a tactical group of the 3rd Special Operations Forces (SOF) Regiment conducted combat operations at an industrial facility. 4 110 4 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Elimination of Russian occupiers

Drone operators from the Madyar Birds eliminated an occupier walking across a field Leg blown off in strike as Madyar’s Birds drones eliminate occupier. VIDEO Drone operators from Madyar’s Birds eliminated a Russian soldier during a patrol flight over their area of responsibility. 4 696 4 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers

Destruction of Russian stormtroopers near Chasiv Yar In Chasiv Yar, fighters of the 24th Brigade destroyed Russian assault group of 38 occupiers. VIDEO Intense fighting continues in Chasiv Yar, Donetsk Oblast, to hold the city. Units of the 24th Separate Mechanised Brigade named after King Danylo have released footage of the results of another successful operation against Russian assault units. 6 765 5 Previously in trend: Battles for Chasiv Yar

Drone catches up with occupier 93rd Brigade showed spectacular report on combat operations in November: best footage of enemy’s destruction. VIDEO The 93rd Separate Mechanised Brigade "Kholodnyi Yar" has released a video report for November, which includes the most spectacular and effective episodes of the unit's combat operations. 6 260 5 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Enemy air defence destroyed Enemy S-300V SAM launcher and two Niobiy-SV radars destroyed – Defence Intelligence of Ukraine. VIDEO On November 29, 2025, drones operated by the Active Operations Department of the Main Intelligence Directorate (HUR) of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine once again targeted Russian air-defense radars and missile launchers in occupied Donbas. 4 229 4 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

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. 3 652 6 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Border guards hit the shelter of Russian drone operators with a drone "Strix" aerial reconnaissance units destroyed launch site of Russian drones. VIDEO Border guards and aerial reconnaissance officers from the "Strix" company of strike unmanned aerial systems discovered and destroyed the launch site for Russian drones. 2 206 4 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Soldiers of the Third Army Corps destroyed the occupiers’ personnel, artillery, BMP, and MLRS. Ukrainian Third Army Corps troops destroy occupiers’ Chinese-made Type-63 MLRS. VIDEO Drone operators of the Third Army Corps’ FATUM unit of the 60th Separate Mechanized Brigade have used strike UAVs to destroy Russian equipment and personnel. 5 248 12 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers