In recent developments within the Donetsk region, a "Nova Poshta" branch in Sloviansk was damaged by a Russian drone strike. The National Guard's "Azov" Brigade eliminated over 1,800 Russian forces in May, maintaining defensive operations in Dobropillia. An M113 armoured carrier withstood multiple drone hits to rescue wounded soldiers near Kostiantynivka. Russian attacks in the area resulted in civilian casualties, with ongoing evacuations and damage to infrastructure reported. Ukrainian strikes targeted Russian military positions, disrupting key logistics and command centers, significantly impacting the enemy's operational capabilities.

What recent damage was caused by drone strikes in Sloviansk?

Overnight, a drone strike by Russian forces inflicted damage on a "Nova Poshta" branch in Sloviansk, part of the Donetsk region. Infrastructure damage was reported, highlighting the ongoing threat posed by aerial assaults in the region.

What are the reported achievements of the "Azov" Brigade in May?

The "Azov" Brigade, part of the 1st Corps of the National Guard of Ukraine, has claimed significant success in May by eliminating over 1,800 Russian troops and destroying hundreds of enemy equipment, focusing operations in the Dobropillia sector to thwart Russian assaults.

How have Ukrainian forces responded to Russian advances near Kostiantynivka?

In response to Russian advances near Kostiantynivka, Ukrainian forces employed an M113 armoured personnel carrier to evacuate wounded soldiers amid heavy drone attacks, exemplifying resilience and tactical adaptation in adverse combat conditions.

What has been the impact of Russian shelling in Donetsk region over the recent period?

Intensive Russian shelling in the Donetsk region has resulted in numerous civilian injuries and fatalities, significant infrastructure damage, and an increase in displacement of residents. These events underscore the continued crisis impacting the civilian population.

How are Ukrainian forces disrupting Russian logistical operations in occupied territories?

Ukrainian forces have launched targeted strikes on Russian military logistics and command centers in occupied territories, including Luhansk and Donetsk, effectively dismantling key supply routes and communication nodes crucial for the opponent's operational sustainability.

What evacuation measures have been taken in the Donetsk region?

Evacuation efforts in Donetsk Oblast have been ramped up with over 13,000 individuals relocated. This includes strategic evacuations of vulnerable populations such as children, aiming to safeguard civilians amid ongoing military activities and risks in the region.

What specific targets were hit by Ukrainian forces in the recent attacks?

Ukrainian strikes have successfully hit various Russian military targets such as the Nebo-SV radar, Buk-M2 air defense systems, and artillery units. These precise operations aim to weaken the enemy's defensive capacities and control over occupied territories.

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The Armed Forces of Ukraine deny the occupation of the village of Bondarne in the Donetsk region Nykyforivka and Bondarne in Donetsk region - under control of Defense Forces, - Operation Task Force "East" The settlements of Nykyforivka and Bondarne in the Donetsk region are under the control of the Ukrainian Armed Forces. 951 5 Previously in trend: Fightings in Kramatorsk direction

Russia occupied the village of Bondarne in Donetsk region Ruscists occupy village of Bondarne in Donetsk region – DeepState. MAPS Russian troops have occupied the village of Bondarne and advanced in Nykyforivka in the Donetsk region. 3 521 8 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps Update of DeepState map

Soldiers of the 81st Airborne Brigade repel attempts by Russian forces to advance in the village of Zakytne. Enemy infiltrates via frozen Siverskyi Donets in Zakitne: 81st Separate Airmobile Brigade drones conduct sweep. VIDEO In the settlement of Zakitne in the Donetsk region, the enemy, taking advantage of weather conditions, infiltrated via the frozen riverbed of the Siverskyi Donets. 4 476 2 Previously in trend: Fightings in Kramatorsk direction Drone operators

the Russian Federation’s warehouse has been affected Enemy repair unit, UAV pilot training centre, command posts and Russian troop concentrations hit, - General Staff Units of the Ukrainian Armed Forces continue to inflict fire damage on enemy military targets in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine and on the territory of the Russian Federation. 1 827 6 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Interceptor attacks Russian drone Interceptor drones of 55th Artillery Brigade "landed" 17 enemy UAVs in week. VIDEO Air defence and electronic warfare units continue to demonstrate phenomenal results in combating Russian unmanned aerial vehicles. According to Censor.NET, soldiers of the 55th Separate Artillery Brigade "Zaporizhzhia Sich" reported the mass destruction of the occupiers' reconnaissance and... 1 054 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian drones

The SSU detained an employee of Ukrzaliznytsia for cooperating with the Russian Federation SSU detained employee of Ukrzaliznytsia who "leaked" locations of Defence Forces equipment in Sloviansk. PHOTO The Security Service's counterintelligence unit detained another Russian informant in Donetsk Oblast. He turned out to be a 33-year-old employee of the regional branch of JSC "Ukrzaliznytsia". 2 706 4 Previously in trend: Detention of adjusters

Shelling of Sloviansk Enemy dropped aerial bombs on Sloviansk: 11-year-old girl and her mother killed, seven more wounded, including child. PHOTO Two people were killed and seven wounded as a result of today's air strikes on Sloviansk in the Donetsk region. 2 681 3 Previously in trend: Shelling of Sloviansk

What is happening in the Pokrovsk direction? The 7th Airborne Assault Corps reported Russia is attempting to advance further in Pokrovsk. There are attempts to storm Hryshyne, - AAF Clashes between the Defence Forces and Russian occupiers continue in certain areas of northern Pokrovsk. 867 3 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Russians advance in Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia regions — updated maps by DeepState Enemy has advanced in Zakytne and near Huliaipole, - DeepState The advance of the occupiers has been recorded in Zakytne in Donetsk Oblast and near Huliaipole in Zaporizhzhia Oblast. 3 421 3 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps

Operators of the SIGNUM battalion eliminated Russian forces and destroyed equipment in the Lyman region. SIGNUM drones destroyed occupiers’ Ulan-2 logistics platform in Lyman direction. VIDEO Drone operators from the SIGNUM battalion of the 53rd separate mechanised brigade struck enemy logistics in the Lyman direction. 2 000 3 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Hostilities in Lyman sector Drone operators

Soldiers of the 147th Brigade destroyed a Russian sabotage and reconnaissance group in the Pokrovsk direction. Artillery of 147th Brigade eliminated Russian SRG north of Pokrovsk with single precise strike. VIDEO Ukrainian defenders of the 147th Separate Artillery Brigade struck a Russian sabotage and reconnaissance group (SRG) north of Pokrovsk. 4 563 8 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Elimination of Russian occupiers

Special forces of the 3rd Brigade of the National Guard repelled the occupiers’ assault in the Pokrovsk direction. Soldiers of Spartan brigade repelled occupiers’ assault in Pokrovsk direction and eliminated company of Russian troops. VIDEO Soldiers of the 3rd Special Forces Brigade "Spartan" of the National Guard of Ukraine, together with adjacent units, killed a company of Russian assault troops in two days during an attempt by the occupiers to break through in the Pokrovsk direction. 2 828 4 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Repelling assault

The battle for Pokrovsk Situation in Pokrovsk area is deteriorating, city is "about to fall into hands" of enemy, - DeepState. VIDEO The situation in the Pokrovsk area continues to deteriorate. The enemy is pulling its infantry into the northern part of Pokrovsk. 6 932 59

Two dead and eight wounded in Donetsk region due to shelling Russians killed two residents of Donetsk Oblast and wounded eight others as result of enemy shelling. PHOTOS Over the past 24 hours, Russian troops have been hitting cities in the Pokrovsk, Kramatorsk, and Bakhmut districts of Donetsk Oblast, causing deaths and injuries. 587 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

The enemy has advanced near Tykhyi and Pokrovsk – DeepState data Enemy has advanced in Kharkiv region and in four settlements in Donetsk region, - DeepState Russian troops are advancing near Tykhyi (Kharkiv region) and a number of settlements in the Bakhmut and Pokrovsk districts of Donetsk region. 5 035 15 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps

The film "2000 Metres to Andriivka" received an award from the Directors Guild of America Film "2000 Metres to Andriivka" by director Chernov received award from Directors Guild of America Ukrainian director Mstyslav Chernov's film "2000 Meters to Andriivka" received an award from the Directors Guild of America. 1 084 2 Previously in trend: Ukrainian cinema

injured journalist Inter journalists came under fire in Kramatorsk: correspondent wounded. PHOTO Inter journalists came under fire in Kramatorsk, Donetsk region. 4 158 19 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kramatorsk

Fighters of the 1st Brigade of the Troops of the Armed Forces destroyed a bridge in the Pokrovsk direction. Drone from 2nd Battalion "Black Swarm" blew up occupiers’ logistics bridge in Pokrovsk direction. VIDEO In the Pokrovsk direction of the Donetsk region, pilots of the 2nd battalion of unmanned systems "Black Swarm" of the 1st Separate Brigade of Territorial Defence Forces named after Ivan Bohun blew up a mined bridge. 5 183 3 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Drone operators

In Pokrovsk, Ukrainian troops destroyed Russian self-propelled artillery Ukrainian soldiers destroyed enemy Nona-S self-propelled artillery unit in Pokrovsk. VIDEO In Pokrovsk, Ukrainian troops destroyed a self-propelled artillery unit belonging to Russian paratroopers. 1 609 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Enemy advances in Donetsk region Enemy has advanced near three settlements in Donetsk region, - DeepState. MAP Russian troops are advancing in the Kramatorsk and Bakhmut districts of the Donetsk region. 4 306 23 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps

Shelling of Donetsk region Day in Donetsk region: three dead and five wounded, five settlements attacked. PHOTOS On 7 February, 1,139 enemy shellings were recorded along the front line and in the residential sector of the Donetsk region. The enemy attacks resulted in casualties and injuries. 562 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

Kramatorsk after shelling Enemy launched air strike on residential area of Kramatorsk: one person was killed and others were wounded. PHOTOS At dawn, the enemy launched an air strike on a residential area of the city of Kramatorsk in the Donetsk region. 1 384 7 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kramatorsk

Soldiers of the Phoenix unit struck enemy personnel and equipment in Dobropillia Minus 15 occupiers and 4 cannons in Dobropillia direction: combat work of Phoenix unit. VIDEO Border guards-pilots of the Phoenix Unmanned Systems Forces struck enemy personnel, equipment and shelters in the Dobropillia direction. 2 503 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Situation in Dobropillia direction

hit by a hurricane Enemy "Uragan" systems, UAV control points, manpower concentrations and FPV drone production centres were hit, - General Staff On the night of 5 to 6 February, units of the Ukrainian Armed Forces struck a number of enemy military targets in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine. 2 187 3 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Shelling of Donetsk region Day in Donetsk region: two people killed and three wounded, two districts attacked. PHOTOS Over the past day, Russian troops fired 22 times on settlements in the Pokrovsk and Kramatorsk districts of the Donetsk region, resulting in deaths and injuries. 416 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

Situation on the front: where the enemy has advanced Enemy is advancing in Pokrovsk district of Donetsk region - DeepState In the Pokrovsk district of Donetsk region, the enemy has advanced near Zatyshche and Nove Shakhove, and fighting continues. 3 189 18 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps

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. 1 392 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Hostilities in Lyman sector

Russia is transferring troops to the north of Donetsk Oblast Russia is deploying troops to north of Donetsk region – Andriushchenko. PHOTOS Russian troops are moving en masse from the Berdiansk direction via Novoazovsk and Russia’s Rostov region to the north of the Donetsk region. 3 346 5 Previously in trend: Situation in the Donetsk region

Russians killed 8 residents of Donetsk region, 20 more were wounded Russians killed 8 residents of Donetsk region, 20 more were wounded as result of enemy shelling. PHOTO Over the past 24 hours, Russian troops have been hitting towns in the Pokrovsk, Kramatorsk, and Bakhmut districts of the Donetsk region, killing one person. 630 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

Russians killed one resident of Donetsk region in Dobropillia Russians killed one resident of Donetsk region in Dobropillia; in total, enemy shelled region 15 times. PHOTO Over the past 24 hours, Russian troops have been hitting towns in the Pokrovsk, Kramatorsk, and Bakhmut districts of the Donetsk region, killing one person. 495 2 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

Destruction of the occupiers’ deployment base SOF destroyed warehouses and bases of 29th Army of Russian Federation in occupied territories with FP-2 drones. VIDEO Over the past few days, units of the Special Operations Forces (SOF) of Ukraine have conducted a large-scale operation to undermine the enemy's offensive capabilities. Using FP-2 kamikaze drones, special forces carried out precision strikes on strategic targets of the occupiers in the... 2 591 0 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas

The Armed Forces of Ukraine have launched new strikes on the occupiers’ facilities Defence Forces struck FPV training centre and Russian electronic warfare station, - General Staff of Armed Forces of Ukraine Ukrainian defence forces struck an FPV training centre, a concentration of manpower, and an electronic warfare station belonging to the Russian occupiers. 975 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

The occupiers struck a building in Oleksiievo-Druzhkivka Russians dropped aerial bomb on a house in Oleksiievo-Druzhkivka: father and son killed, mother and two children wounded. PHOTO On the night of 2 February, Russians dropped an aerial bomb on a residential building in Oleksiievo-Druzhkivka in the Donetsk region, where a family of five—a married couple and their three children—was staying. 4 665 11 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

Russian strike on Sloviansk Russians struck Sloviansk with three FAB-250 bombs: one woman was killed and another wounded, 14 high-rise buildings were damaged. PHOTOS Today, 1 February, Russian troops attacked Sloviansk in the Donetsk region with FABs, resulting in one fatality and one injury. 2 933 20 Previously in trend: Shelling of Sloviansk

Power outage on 29 January There are power outages in three regions due to enemy shelling, and in seven more due to weather conditions, - Ministry of Energy Due to Russian strikes on energy infrastructure facilities, consumers in the Dnipropetrovsk, Donetsk, and Zaporizhzhia regions are without power. 1 577 2 Previously in trend: Attacks on the energy sector

One person was killed and one was wounded as a result of shelling in Donetsk region One person was killed and one was wounded as result of Russian shelling of Donetsk region. PHOTOS Throughout the day, Russian troops shelled settlements in the Pokrovsk, Kramatorsk, and Bakhmut districts of the Donetsk region, resulting in casualties and injuries. 362 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

About 2,800 people remain in Kostiantynivka despite shelling About 2,800 people remain in Kostiantynivka, evacuation extremely difficult – RMA About 2,800 people are still living in Kostiantynivka, Donetsk region, despite the difficult security situation. 652 1 Previously in trend: Evacuation from Kostiantynivka

Strikes on Russia and TOT: General Staff reveals details Oil depot in Voronezh region of Russia and ruscists’ facilities in TOT hit, - General Staff The defence forces struck a UAV warehouse, a UAV control centre and a number of other facilities belonging to the Russian occupiers. 1 250 1 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas Striking Russia

Four dead and five wounded in Donetsk region in 24 hours Four dead and five wounded in Donetsk region in one day: occupiers shelled three districts. PHOTO Throughout the day, Russian troops shelled settlements in the Pokrovsk, Kramatorsk, and Bakhmut districts of the Donetsk region, resulting in casualties and injuries. 482 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

Unmanned Systems Forces thwarted the enemy’s assault attempt USF pilots take out UAV control point and over 1,500 occupiers in month. VIDEO Operators of the Unmanned Systems Forces (USF) grouping thwarted the enemy’s attempt to advance toward the positions of the Defense Forces in the Donetsk region. 2 348 1 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Situation in the Donetsk region Repelling assault

DeepState reports Russian advance in Orikhovo-Vasylivka, Donetsk region Enemy advances in Orikhovo-Vasylivka, numerous Russian infantry sightings recorded, DeepState says Russian troops are advancing in Orikhovo-Vasylivka in the Donetsk region. Numerous sightings of Russian infantry have been recorded in the settlement and its outskirts. 2 370 3 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Russian advance

Two people were killed and three more were injured in Donetsk region Two people killed and three more were wounded as a result of Russian strikes in Donetsk region. PHOTOS Throughout the day, Russian troops shelled settlements in the Pokrovsk, Kramatorsk, and Bakhmut districts of Donetsk Oblast, resulting in casualties and injuries. 455 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

Two women were killed and four more people were injured in Donetsk region Two women killed and four more people injured as result of enemy shelling in Donetsk region. PHOTOS Throughout the day, Russian troops shelled settlements in the Pokrovsk, Kramatorsk, and Bakhmut districts of Donetsk Oblast, resulting in deaths and injuries. 568 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

Orikhovo-Vasylivka map Enemy has advanced near Orikhovo-Vasylivka and in settlement, - DeepState. MAP Russian troops are advancing in the Bakhmut district of Donetsk Oblast. 3 551 8 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps

trilateral talks in the UAE During negotiations in UAE, possible American peacekeeping mission in Donetsk Oblast was discussed, - NYT During two days of negotiations in Abu Dhabi, representatives of Ukraine and the United States discussed the deployment of US peacekeeping forces in the Donetsk region or the creation of a demilitarised zone. 2 354 18 Previously in trend: Peace negotiations foreign peacekeepers Territorial concessions

Russia attacked Druzhkivka Occupiers struck Druzhkivka with Smerch multiple launch rocket system: one dead and three wounded. PHOTO Today, 25 January 2026, Russian occupiers shelled Druzhkivka in the Donetsk region, resulting in one fatality and several injuries. 2 144 3 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

Shelling of Donetsk region Russia shelled three districts of Donetsk region: two wounded in Kramatorsk. PHOTO Yesterday, 24 January, Russian troops shelled three districts of the Donetsk region. 683 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

Shelling of Donetsk region Enemy shelled two districts of Donetsk region: one person was wounded and there was damage. PHOTO Yesterday, 23 January 2026, Russian troops attacked two districts in the Donetsk region. 523 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region