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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Russia intensifies drone attacks in Donetsk region Russia improving its "drone battle" tactics. This was Ukraine’s key advantage, - WSJ Russia is actively using cheap and compact drones in the battles for Pokrovsk, increasing the effectiveness of its tactical warfare against Ukraine. 6 260 23 Previously in trend: Use of Russian drones

map Defence forces cleared Ivanivka in Dnipropetrovsk region. Enemy advanced near Myrnohrad, - DeepState. MAPS Ukrainian defence forces have cleared the village of Ivanivka in the Dnipropetrovsk region of Russian occupiers. At the same time, the invaders have advanced near the city of Myrnohrad in the Donetsk region. 4 935 4 Previously in trend: Update of DeepState map Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Fighting in the Oleksandrivka direction

Fighters of the 12th Azov Brigade eliminated an occupier who was trying to hide in a building from a UAV at night. Azov’s night-time drone hunt: elimination of an occupier who tried to hide. VIDEO Drone operators from the 6th Battalion of the 12th Azov Brigade showed footage of the destruction of an occupier in the Kostiantynivka direction. 2 422 0 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers

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Shelling of Donetsk region Day in Donetsk region: Lyman, Kramatorsk and Kostiantynivka under enemy attack. Two people killed, others wounded. PHOTOS Yesterday, 29 November, Russian troops shelled two areas of the Donetsk region. 721 0

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Fighters of the Third Army Corps conducted a raid to eliminate Russian soldiers in the Novoselivka area. Rapid response team of Third Army Corps conducted sweep of Novoselivka area. VIDEO A video was posted online showing how fighters from the Third Assault Brigade, part of the rapid response unit, arrived to reinforce the mopping-up operation in the Novoselivka area. 8 085 5 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers

The Armed Forces of Ukraine have stabilized the situation near Pokrovsk. Defense forces completed operation in Dobropillia direction and stabilized situation, - AAF The operation in the Dobropillia direction has been completed, which has made it possible to thwart Russia's plans to break through to Barvinkove and stabilize the situation around Pokrovsk. Fighting continues, but the city is being held. 2 256 2 Previously in trend: Situation in Dobropillia direction

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Russia is storming Pokrovsk around the clock, but is suffering dozens of casualties every day Russians concentrated in southern part of Pokrovsk, small enemy groups operating throughout agglomeration, - Airborne Assault Troops The occupiers are concentrated in the southern part of Pokrovsk, with small groups operating throughout the agglomeration. Ukrainian aerial reconnaissance and search-and-strike groups destroy the enemy on the spot. 919 1 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Russians executed a captured Ukrainian soldier in the Pokrovsk direction Ruscists shot captured AFU soldier in Pokrovsk direction, - prosecutor’s office Russian occupiers executed a captured Ukrainian soldier in the Pokrovsk direction. 5 756 14 Previously in trend: War crimes of Russia Execution of Ukrainian POWs

Two people wounded in shelling in Donetsk region Day in Donetsk region: 2 people wounded, 18 houses damaged. PHOTOS Over the past day, Russian troops shelled the Kramatorsk and Bakhmut districts of Donetsk region, resulting in casualties. 389 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

A fighter shoots through a dugout during a mop-up operation. Assault troops from "Skelia" regiment eliminated group of occupiers during operation in Pokrovsk. VIDEO An active operation to search for and kill enemy forces is underway in Pokrovsk, carried out by assault troops from the Skelya regiment. 9 022 3 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

DeepState maps Enemy has advanced in Vovchansk, near Serebrianka, Dachne and Rivnopillia, - DeepState. MAP The enemy is advancing near four settlements in the Kharkiv, Donetsk, Dnipropetrovsk, and Zaporizhzhia regions. 5 638 11 Previously in trend: Situation at front

Battles in Pokrovsk Ukrainian paratrooper eliminates two occupiers with small arms fire in Pokrovsk. VIDEO In Pokrovsk, a Ukrainian paratrooper, pretending to be one of them, lured two Russian occupiers towards his position and then took them out with small arms fire. 18 090 7 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction

Syrskyi Ukrainian Armed Forces block enemy attempts to storm Pokrovsk and Myrnohrad with small infantry groups – Syrskyi Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi made a working visit to the Pokrovsk sector and said that over the past week, within the city itself, the Ukrainian Armed Forces had "cleared" about 11.5 square kilometres of territory of enemy forces. 2 535 7 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Russian dictator Putin Recognition of Crimea, Donbas and "Novorossiya" must be on agenda in Russia–US talks Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin has described "recognition of Russia’s sovereignty" over Crimea and Donbas as one of the key issues in talks with the United States. 10 866 80 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas negotiations between USA and Russia

Drone hits occupier in the back Drone hit occupier in back as he lay near fire. VIDEO In Pokrovsk, a kamikaze drone operator from the 25th Separate Airborne Brigade eliminated an occupier who was lying with his back to the fire. 5 744 10 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Russia has changed its tactics in Donetsk Oblast Russia has deployed its largest group and is conducting new types of attacks in Pokrovsk direction - National Guard’s Rubizh brigade. Russia has deployed record forces to the Pokrovsk direction and switched to infiltration attacks without armoured vehicles. 5 313 9 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Rubizh Brigade

Destruction of occupiers in the Pokrovsk direction Occupiers and enemy equipment explode on remotely planted mines near Pokrovsk. VIDEO Ukrainian soldiers used remote mining to eliminate two occupiers and an enemy armoured repair and evacuation vehicle. 5 891 1 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers

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General Staff’s report 216 combat engagements on front, 43 of them in Lyman sector – General Staff Since the beginning of the day, as of 10:00 p.m., 216 combat engagements have taken place along the front line. 715 2 Previously in trend: Situation at front General Staff report

Ukrainian drone operators hit a Russian soldier riding a motorcycle in the direction of Kostiantynivka Ukrainian drone eliminated occupier on motorcycle: "ghost rider" turned into torch. VIDEO Ukrainian UAVs of the 28th Separate Mechanised Brigade caught up with and destroyed an occupier on a motorcycle. 5 060 7 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers Kostiantynivka direction

fighting in Pokrovsk Fighting continues in Pokrovsk. Defense Forces are not surrounded, logistics are complicated but are being provided, - Eastern Group of Forces In Pokrovsk, Donetsk region, search and strike operations are continuing to locate and kill Russian invaders. 2 596 10 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

maps Russians occupy Promin in Donetsk region and Vysoke in Zaporizhzhia region, advance near Myrnohrad and in Pokrovsk – DeepState. MAPS Russian invaders have occupied Promin in Donetsk region and Vysoke in the Zaporizhzhia region. 6 200 32 Previously in trend: Update of DeepState map

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Drone attacks Solntsepyok Ukrainian pilots destroyed Russian "Solntsepyok" heavy flamethrower system in Lyman direction. VIDEO Ukrainian defenders managed to destroy the TOS-1A "Solntsepyok" heavy flamethrower system. 5 018 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

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Occupiers in Pokrovsk Russian troops being spotted in area of railway station in Pokrovsk, - DeepState. PHOTO Russian military personnel have been spotted near the railway station in Pokrovsk, Donetsk Oblast. 6 059 39 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Nine people were wounded and 16 houses were damaged in Donetsk region. Day in Donetsk region: 9 people wounded, 16 houses and 2 enterprises damaged. PHOTOS Over the past day, Russian troops shelled the Kramatorsk and Bakhmut districts of the Donetsk region, resulting in casualties. 412 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

Training under fire Resident of Pokrovsk trains on treadmill despite fighting and shelling. VIDEO The operator of a Ukrainian drone filmed a resident of Pokrovsk who, taking advantage of a brief pause between Russian shelling and street fighting, continues to train on a treadmill right in the courtyard of one of the buildings. 10 093 38 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Shelling of Pokrovsk

SOF killed Russian SRG in Pokrovsk: video SOF eliminated Russian SRG in Pokrovsk: 4 Russian soldiers eliminated. VIDEO Special Operations Forces soldiers killed a Russian sabotage and reconnaissance group in Pokrovsk. 8 665 14 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Russia struck Sloviansk with guided aerial bombs Russia struck Sloviansk with guided aerial bombs: 3 people were wounded as result of shelling. PHOTOS Today, Russia struck Sloviansk, in the Donetsk region, with two guided aerial bombs, causing extensive damage. 1 379 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of Sloviansk

Thirteen civilian objects were destroyed, including seven residential buildings. One person killed in Donetsk region in Russian shelling, homes also damaged. PHOTOS Over the past day, Russian troops shelled Kramatorsk and Bakhmut districts in the Donetsk region, leaving one person dead. 547 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region