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.

show details

News Donetsk region

Footage of the evacuation of a Russian infantryman in the Pokrovsk direction, who is lying with his bare backside in a car. Ruscists evacuate wounded fellow soldier lying in vehicle outdoors with his buttocks exposed. VIDEO Footage of the evacuation of a Russian infantryman from the 1441st Motor Rifle Regiment has been posted on social media from the Pokrovsk direction in the Donetsk region. 7 171 21 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Special forces of the 14th Brigade eliminated 8 occupiers in the Donetsk direction Chervona Kalyna brigade drones eliminate frightened occupier in garage in Donetsk region. VIDEO Troops of the Ivan Bohun 14th Operational Assignment Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine’s Chervona Kalyna used strike UAVs against Russian infantry in the Donetsk region. 5 505 9 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers

Pereizne Enemy has occupied Pazeno, Pereizne and Kuzmynivka in Donetsk Oblast and is advancing near Andriivka and in Myrnohrad, - DeepState. MAP Russian occupiers have seized three settlements in Donetsk Oblast and have territorial gains in Sumy Oblast and Myrnohrad. 6 878 30 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps

A destroyed house in Kostiantynivka Border guard recognizes destroyed building in Kostiantynivka: "I rented apartment in this building on 9th floor". VIDEO In Kostyantynivka, Donetsk region, border guards carrying out combat missions walked past a high-rise apartment block destroyed by shelling. At that moment, one of the servicemen recognized the building where he once rented an apartment and lived a peaceful life. 3 730 0

Airborne Assault Forces. Russians try to cross Siverskyi Donets daily: situation near Dronivka under Ukrainian control – Air Assault Forces. VIDEO Russian forces continue attempts to cross the Siverskyi Donets River and carry out raids toward Dronivka, but the situation in the area of responsibility of the 81st Separate Airmobile Brigade remains under control. 2 701 1

Shelling of Donetsk region Day in Donetsk region: Lyman and Druzhkivka under attack, one person killed, others wounded. PHOTOS Yesterday, 29 December, Russian troops shelled two districts in the Donetsk region. 558 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

Russian guided bombs hit Sloviansk: civilian woman injured, damage reported KABs hit Sloviansk: civilian woman injured In Sloviansk, Donetsk region, Russian air strikes caused damage to civilian infrastructure and injured a civilian woman. 634 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

Soldiers of the 7th Corps of the Airborne Forces eliminated an occupier who pretended to be dead in the forest near Pokrovsk. Ruscist played dead in forest but was eliminated by 7th Air Assault Corps drones. VIDEO A Russian infantryman was eliminated in the snow-covered forest of Pokrovsk by soldiers of the 7th Corps of the Airborne Assault Forces. 6 067 8 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Elimination of Russian occupiers

Siversk AFU withdrew from Siversk to dominant high ground for resilient defense – Syrskyi Ukrainian defenders, under pressure from Russian forces, had to withdraw from the city of Siversk in the Donetsk region to dominant high ground, where fortifications had been built in advance. 3 790 45 Previously in trend: Situation in Siversk, Donetsk region Fighting in the Sіversk direction

Soldiers of the 93rd Brigade eliminated an occupier in a firefight in the Kostyantynivka direction. 93rd Brigade scouts eliminate ruscist who mistook Ukrainian fighters for his own. VIDEO Ukrainian reconnaissance troops from the CHAMELEON TEAM company of the 93rd Separate Mechanised Brigade "Kholodnyi Yar" eliminated the occupier in a small-arms firefight. 6 838 12 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Close-quarters combat Elimination of Russian occupiers

Azov denies Russian claims of control over Rodynske in Donetsk region Russian propaganda claims capture of Rodynske in Donetsk region; Azov says fighting for city is ongoing Russian propagandists claimed alleged control over the city of Rodynske in the Donetsk region. The 1st National Guard Corps "Azov" denied the fake information. 2 041 5 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Drones from the 33rd Brigade destroyed a column of occupiers on quad bikes who were trying to drive to Volodymyrivka. 33rd Brigade drones strike occupiers’ quad bike column on road to Volodymyrivka. VIDEO Drone operators of the "Legion" unmanned systems battalion of the 33rd Separate Mechanized Brigade struck a column of quad bikes as occupiers tried to break through along the road to Volodymyrivka. 4 716 1 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers

Zelenskyy: 85-87% want peace, but 85% oppose troop withdrawal from Donbas 87% of Ukrainians support peace, while 85% oppose withdrawal from Donbas, Zelenskyy says 85-87% of Ukrainians want peace, but 85% of our citizens are also against withdrawing troops from the Donbas. 2 434 89 Previously in trend: Peace agreement on ceasefire

Ukraine drone video: SIGNUM battalion destroys four guns near Lyman SIGNUM fiber-optic drones eliminate six occupiers and destroy four enemy guns near Lyman. VIDEO Pilots of the SIGNUM Battalion of the 53rd Separate Mechanised Brigade continue to demonstrate high effectiveness in using attack UAVs in the Lyman direction of the frontline in the Donetsk region. 1 982 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Ruscists shot civilians in Pokrovsk: what is known? Ruscists shot seven civilians in Pokrovsk, - "I want to live" Russian invaders in Pokrovsk committed another war crime by shooting seven civilians. 12 859 62 Previously in trend: War crimes of Russia

Ukraine must withdraw its troops from Donbas to end the war, - Peskov Ukraine must withdraw its troops from Donbas to end war, - Peskov Ukraine must withdraw its troops from Donbas to stop the war. 6 099 48 Previously in trend: Putin’s demands regarding war in Ukraine

Russian forces are advancing in three regions: what is known? Russia has advanced in Myrnohrad, as well as near Krasnyi Lyman, Filiia and Huliaipole, - DeepState Russian occupiers have advanced in the Donetsk, Dnipropetrovsk, and Zaporizhzhia regions. 5 634 13 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps Update of DeepState map

Execution of prisoners Occupiers shot two captured Ukrainian soldiers in the village of Shakhove in Donetsk region: investigation launched. PHOTO An investigation has been launched into the shooting of captured Ukrainian defenders by representatives of the Russian Armed Forces in the Pokrovsk district. 6 872 68 Previously in trend: Execution of Ukrainian POWs

The situation in the Pokrovsk direction as of 28 December Defence forces are holding their positions in Pokrovsk agglomeration and strengthening their forces in key directions. VIDEO Active combat operations continue in the Pokrovsk agglomeration, but the Ukrainian Defence Forces are confidently holding their positions and building up their forces to counter enemy pressure. 2 286 1 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Huliaypole map Enemy has advanced in Huliaypole, Myrnohrad and Pokrovsk, - DeepState. MAP Russian troops are having success near Huliaypole, Myrnohrad, and Pokrovsk. 9 139 25 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps

A resident of Pokrovsk In Pokrovsk, occupiers brutally dealt with family that stayed in city: man killed, woman raped. VIDEO In the city of Pokrovsk, Donetsk region, Russian occupiers brutally dealt with a family that had stayed in the city while waiting for the Russian army. The Russians tortured and then killed the man, and raped his wife. 41 251 230 Previously in trend: War crimes of Russia

General Staff: Defense Forces hit targets in occupied Donetsk region Number of enemy logistics facilities and special forces hit – General Staff. PHOTO Units of Ukraine’s Defense Forces, on the night of December 26, 2025, struck enemy targets in the temporarily occupied territory of the Donetsk region, a concentration of personnel from the 14th Special Purpose Brigade in the settlement of Berdyanske, and a warehouse of materiel and technical... 3 830 0 Previously in trend: General Staff report

Drone attacks Russian soldier SOF drone operators eliminate four Russian troops in Pokrovsk direction. VIDEO On the Pokrovsk front, drone systems operators from the POPRYVSE group of Ukraine’s Special Operations Forces 3rd Regiment successfully eliminated four Russian servicemen. 2 332 1 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Russian troops occupied Dronivka in Donetsk Oblast: what is known? Ruscists occupy Dronivka in Donetsk region – DeepState. MAP Russian occupation forces have occupied the village of Dronivka in the Donetsk region. 5 720 16 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps Update of DeepState map

supermarket shooting in Donetsk In occupied Donetsk, man started shooting with automatic weapon in supermarket. VIDEO An armed incident occurred in a public place in the temporarily occupied city of Donetsk. 11 297 25 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas

Over the past day, 1,592 enemy strikes were recorded in Donetsk region, according to police Day in Donetsk region: one person killed, three more wounded. PHOTOS On 25 December, 1,592 enemy strikes were recorded on eight settlements in the Donetsk region. Fourteen civilian objects, including residential buildings, were destroyed. 530 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

DeepState Russians are making numerous attempts to gain foothold in Dronivka, - DeepState. VIDEO Drone operators with the 17th Special Purpose Center have released footage showing strikes on Russian occupiers in the village of Dronivka in the Donetsk region, near Siversk, Serebrianka and the Siverskyi Donets River. 2 946 2 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps

Strikes on Kostiantynivka: Russia attacks civilians and evacuations with drones Occupiers hunt civilians with drones in Kostiantynivka, - CMA Russian troops are using drones to attack civilians in the Kostyantynivka community, striking even during evacuation missions. 686 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

Russians destroyed Bilytske Ruins instead of life: war-torn city of Bilytske near Pokrovsk. VIDEO Footage has been published online showing the city of Bilytske in the Pokrovsk district, which suffered extensive damage as a result of the actions of Russian occupation forces. 3 572 4 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Russian troops shelled eight settlements in the Donetsk region Day in Donetsk region: two wounded, 1,768 Russian shellings recorded. PHOTOS Russian troops shelled eight settlements in Donetsk Oblast. Two people were wounded and 23 civilian objects, including residential buildings, were damaged. 532 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

Attack on Russia on December 25: General Staff reveals details Maykop airfield, Temryuk port, and ruscists’ repair unit were struck by Defense Forces, - General Staff Ukrainian defense forces struck the Temryuk seaport, the Maykop airfield, and a Russian repair unit. 1 903 4 Previously in trend: Striking Russia

Russia strikes evacuation mission in Kostiantynivka: one person killed Ruscists attacked evacuation mission in Kostiantynivka: one person killed, two wounded Russian occupiers attacked an evacuation mission in Kostiantynivka with a drone, killing one person and injuring two others. 925 1 Previously in trend: Strikes on Kostiantynivka

Shchedryk and Pokrovsk: how Russians are destroying Ukraine’s cultural heritage Russia is trying to destroy Pokrovsk, known as hometown of "Shchedryk," this Christmas, - Politico For Ukrainians, the destroyed city of Pokrovsk, where fierce fighting with Russian occupiers continues this Christmas, is associated with one of their country's oldest cultural traditions: the carol "Carol of the Bells." 3 379 5 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

drone warfare battle road Drone warfare in field of view of Ukrainian Armed Forces ground robotic complex camera in Donetsk Oblast. VIDEO Unique footage of drone warfare has appeared online, captured by a Ukrainian ground robotic complex moving towards combat positions in the Kostiantynivka direction in the Donetsk region. 9 142 14 Previously in trend: Drone industry

The enemy has advanced near Kindrativka, Vovchansk, and Myrnohrad Russians have advanced near Kindrativka in Sumy region and Myrnohrad in Donetsk region, - DeepState. MAP Russian troops are advancing in the Sumy, Kharkiv, and Donetsk regions. 5 979 12 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps Update of DeepState map

Pokrovsk Defense Forces control northern Pokrovsk, enemy has concentrated about 10 units near Myrnohrad, Operational Task Force "East" says Ukraine’s Defense Forces continue to control the northern part of Pokrovsk. In Myrnohrad, Ukrainian units are holding defensive lines and eliminating the enemy on the approaches to the city. 1 359 3 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Donetsk region: 794 children remain in 11 settlements under forced evacuation order 794 children remain in forced evacuation area in Donetsk region, RMA says In 11 settlements of the Donetsk region where a forced evacuation of families with children has been announced, 794 children still remain. 431 2

Zelenskyy Zelenskyy for first time considered possibility of withdrawing troops from Donbas if Russia does same – WP Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has presented a new version of a peace plan that signals the country’s readiness to withdraw troops from the Donbas to create a "demilitarized zone," provided that Russia agrees to do the same. 7 691 161 Previously in trend: Territorial concessions Peace plan

The Main Intelligence Directorate showed exclusive footage of the fighting in the Pokrovsk direction in November. Special operation of Main Intelligence Directorate in November: exclusive footage of battles in Pokrovsk direction. VIDEO The Defense Intelligence of Ukraine (HUR) has released footage of a special operation carried out in the Pokrovsk direction. 3 866 4 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

myrnohrad Russian troops have increased pressure on Myrnohrad due to failures near Pokrovsk, - Airborne Assault Brigade. VIDEO Russian occupation forces intensified their offensive operations in the Myrnohrad direction after failing to establish control over Pokrovsk. 1 447 2 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Two Russian informants who helped bomb Kramatorsk convicted Based on materials provided by Security Service of Ukraine, two more Russian informants who helped enemy bomb Kramatorsk have been convicted Based on evidence gathered by counterintelligence and Security Service investigators, two more enemy spotters operating in the Donetsk region received actual prison sentences. 592 1 Previously in trend: Conviction of adjusters

One person was killed and five were wounded in Donetsk region. Day in Donetsk region: 1 person killed, 5 wounded due to enemy shelling. PHOTOS Over the past day, Russian troops shelled the Kramatorsk and Bakhmut districts of the Donetsk region. 400 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

Pokrovsk Defence forces struck enemy UAV operator bases in Siversk and Pokrovsk, - "East" Grouping of Troops Ukrainian Defence Forces units in the area of responsibility of the "East" Grouping of Troops are holding back the enemy's advance and have repelled 52 Russian assaults over the past day. 968 0 Previously in trend: Russian assault on Pokrovsk direction

deepstate,siversk Hrabovske in Sumy Oblast and Siversk in Donetsk Oblast have come under control of Russian army, - DeepState Russian troops control the village of Hrabovske in Sumy Oblast. The city of Siversk in Donetsk Oblast is also completely occupied. 10 057 75 Previously in trend: Battles in the east of Ukraine Fightings near the border of the Sumy region

The occupiers are trying to force the Siverskyi Donets River in the Bakhmut direction 81st Brigade strikes occupiers with drones as they attempt to force Siverskyi Donets River. VIDEO The 81st Separate Airborne Brigade of the Assault Troops of the Armed Forces of Ukraine notes that recently there have been increased attempts by Russians to cross the Siverskyi Donets River by boats in order to capture Serebrianka and Dronivka. 5 247 4 Previously in trend: Situation in the Donetsk and Luhansk regions

A Ukrainian soldier shot down an enemy kamikaze drone in the Donetsk direction with one accurate shot. Ukrainian soldier downs Russian kamikaze drone with single shot. VIDEO A video has surfaced online showing combat action by one of Ukraine’s defenders against a Russian UAV in the Donetsk direction. 5 187 20 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Situation in the Donetsk and Luhansk regions

Soldiers of the 28th Brigade repelled the occupiers’ assault near Ivanopil in the Kostyantynivka direction. Troops from 28th SMB repelled enemy assault and destroyed tanks in Kostiantynivka direction. VIDEO Ukrainian defenders from the 28th Separate Mechanized Brigade (SMB), named after the Knights of the Winter Campaign, together with adjacent units, repelled a Russian mechanized assault. 6 145 2 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers Repelling assault Kostiantynivka direction

Ukraine war latest: General Staff: forces withdrew from Siversk today. Ukrainian forces withdraw from Siversk in Donetsk region – General Staff To preserve soldiers’ lives and maintain unit combat effectiveness, Ukrainian defenders withdrew from the town of Siversk in the Donetsk region. 12 627 113 Previously in trend: Battles in the east of Ukraine