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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Shelling of Donetsk region - there are wounded, dead and destroyed homes Russians shelled Donetsk region 20 times: one dead, six wounded, more than 20 facilities damaged. PHOTOS Over the past day, the occupiers have launched a series of strikes on the Donetsk region. 478 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

DeepState on the situation in Pokrovsk on 4 November Occupiers continue to mass in Pokrovsk. Myrnohrad is under threat – DeepState. MAP Russian forces continue to build up manpower in Pokrovsk, Donetsk region, and are organizing logistics for further infiltration deeper into the city. 9 589 50 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Pokrovsk Myrnohrad in operational encirclement, 5 km short of classic encirclement – Ukrainian Witness The Pokrovsk–Myrnohrad urban area is in a precarious situation, with the "gray zone" spreading rapidly on the maps and Russian propaganda actively pushing claims of full encirclement. Although this is not the case, the situation looks extremely serious. Compared to the now fully "gray" Pokrovsk,... 13 925 53 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction

The General Staff denied the encirclement of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in Pokrovsk and Mirnograd No Defense Forces units encircled in Pokrovsk or Myrnohrad – General Staff The General Staff assured that none of Ukraine’s Defense Forces units are encircled within the Pokrovsk–Myrnohrad agglomeration. There is also no blockade of the cities. 7 294 67 Previously in trend: "Threat of encirclement of Armed Forces of Ukraine in Pokrovsk direction

The situation in Pokrovsk Search-and-strike operations continue in Pokrovsk, no encirclement of city – "East" Group of Forces Search-and-strike operations and coordinated efforts of all components of Ukraine’s Security and Defense Forces continue in Pokrovsk. The enemy is suffering losses. There is no encirclement of the city. Logistics, though complicated, remain functional. 2 551 10 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction

Zelenskyy’s address I ordered to increase funding for corps in key fronts – Zelenskyy. VIDEO President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's address to Ukrainians at the end of the 1,350th day of the war with Russia. 1 643 18 Previously in trend: Situation at front Zelenskyy’s address Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Situation in Dobropillia direction

A soldier of the Special Operations Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine eliminated an occupier with control shots to the head in Pokrovsk Fatal shot to occupier’s head: SOF fighter shows battle in Pokrovsk. VIDEO A video has surfaced online showing Special Operations Forces (SOF) troops engaged in urban warfare with occupiers in Pokrovsk, Donetsk region. 16 712 31 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Elimination of Russian occupiers

Zelenskyy met with soldiers of the 25th Separate Airborne Brigade of Sicheslav Situation near Pokrovsk and its outskirts: Zelenskyy meets soldiers of 25th Sicheslav Air Assault Brigade. VIDEO+PHOTOS Today, 4 November, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with soldiers of the 25th Separate Airborne Brigade in their area of responsibility and awarded them state honours. 4 955 27 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

The SBU Alpha unit is operating in the Pokrovsk direction. Results of the operation Soldiers of SSU’s Special Operations Centre "A" eliminated more than 1,500 occupiers in Pokrovsk within month. VIDEO Over the past month, operators of the SSU’s Alpha Special Operations Center eliminated more than 1,500 Russian occupiers in Pokrovsk and its outskirts. Every day, the unit takes out more than 20 pieces of enemy equipment. 4 164 4 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction SSU special operation

Zelenskyy visited the command post of the 4th Brigade of the National Guard’s Rubizh operational unit Zelenskyy visits command post of National Guard’s Rubizh Brigade in Dobropillia direction. PHOTOS President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with soldiers from the 4th Brigade of the National Guard's Rubizh Special Operations Forces, who, together with neighbouring units, are defending the Dobropillia area. The soldiers were awarded state honours. 2 426 8 Previously in trend: Awarding awards to military Rubizh Brigade Situation in Dobropillia direction

Air strike on Dobropillia Russia launch airstrike on Dobropillia: man rescued from rubble of five-storey building. VIDEO+PHOTOS In Dobropillia, Donetsk region, a man was rescued from the rubble of a residential building after another Russian air strike. 1 409 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region Shelling of Dobropillia

DIU destroyed the headquarters of the Russian Rubicon in Avdiivka Russian "Rubicon" headquarters hit in occupied Avdiivka: officers and UAV operators eliminated, - DIU. VIDEO Ukrainian intelligence officers discovered the headquarters of Russian occupiers from the "Rubicon" centre in a semi-destroyed building in occupied Avdiivka. 5 310 5 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupiers

Drone attacks occupier Drone operators from "Hostri Kartuzy" unit attack occupiers and restrain movement of enemy assault groups near Pokrovsk. VIDEO Every day, drone operators from the "Hostri Kartuzy" unit of the 2nd separate detachment of the National Guard's "Omega" Special Operation Centre inflict damage on the occupiers right on the approaches to Pokrovsk. 3 271 0 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction

The capture of Pokrovsk could open the way for Russia to Kramatorsk and Sloviansk Capture of Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka will open way for Russian army to advance on Kramatorsk and Sloviansk, - Independent If Russia captures Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka, it will be the Russian army's most significant territorial gain in Ukraine since the capture of Avdiivka in early 2024. 3 787 16 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction

Pokrovsk map Enemy has advanced in Pokrovsk, near Karpivka and Kozatske in Donetsk and Kharkiv regions, - DeepState. MAP Russian troops are advancing in the Kharkiv and Donetsk regions. 6 962 26 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Mariupol Drama Theatre Russia opens drama theatre in Mariupol, where it killed hundreds of people — Times The Kremlin is preparing a "grand opening" of the drama theatre in Mariupol, which was destroyed by Russian aircraft in March 2022. Hundreds of civilians who were hiding from the shelling died under the rubble, despite the large sign reading "CHILDREN" at the entrance. 4 097 27 Previously in trend: War crimes of Russia

Destruction of occupiers with a TM-62 mine Two fighters in Pokrovsk throw TM-62 mine into house where three occupiers are holed up. VIDEO Ukrainian soldiers from the 79th Separate Airborne Assault Brigade "Tavria" carried out a successful operation in the Pokrovsk direction, destroying the position of Russian occupiers who had entrenched themselves in a residential building. 8 629 19 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Budanov and DIU soldiers in Pokrovsk DIU soldiers continue their operation in designated area of responsibility in Pokrovsk: fierce battles with the occupiers are ongoing. VIDEO+PHOTO The "Special Forces Unit Tymur" of the DIU of the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine continues its operation in one of the areas of Pokrovsk, Donetsk Oblast, which is important from the point of view of front-line logistics. Fierce battles with Russian occupiers are ongoing. 10 535 44 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Ukrainian soldier eliminated three invaders in close combat with rifle fire in Pokrovsk Ukrainian soldier eliminated three invaders in Pokrovsk with shots to head. VIDEO Footage has been published online showing a Ukrainian soldier destroying occupiers with small arms fire in close combat in Pokrovsk. 21 511 25 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Elimination of Russian occupiers

Soldiers of the 1st Corps of the National Guard Azov showed the destruction of equipment and occupiers in October in Dobropillia. 1,127 pieces of equipment destroyed in October: combat work of Azov regiment. VIDEO National Guard service members are steadfastly holding their sectors of the front, destroying enemy equipment and manpower daily and degrading Russian forces. 1 982 1 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Elimination of Russian occupiers Azov Brigade

Aerial reconnaissance of the 225th regiment showed destroyed Russian infantry in the Pokrovsk direction Scattered bodies of Russian assault troops in Pokrovsk direction. VIDEO A group of Russian assault troops was utterly defeated by Ukrainian forces on the approaches to the village of Pankivka in the Pokrovsk direction. 8 673 6 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky Zelenskyy on front: Syrskyi commands Pokrovsk’s defense, Kupiansk is being cleared of enemy President Volodymyr Zelenskyy convened a Headquarters of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief meeting to hear a briefing on the frontline situation. He said Russian forces are currently concentrating their main efforts on Pokrovsk in the Donetsk region. 8 895 49 Previously in trend: Situation at front Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Fighting in the Kupіansk direction

Chasiv Yar Enemy continues to press with small assault groups in Chasiv Yar – 24th SMB In Chasiv Yar, Donetsk region, Russian forces continue to press with small assault groups using motorcycles, quad bikes, aviation, and artillery. 859 0 Previously in trend: Battles for Chasiv Yar Fightings in Kramatorsk direction

Syrsky spoke about the fighting in the Pokrovsk direction Increased pressure at Dobropillia salient forces Russia to disperse forces near Pokrovsk – Syrskyi Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi reported that the Defence Forces have gained ground around the Dobropillia salient. 3 689 24 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Situation in Dobropillia direction

The north of Pokrovsk is being cleared of Russian forces. What is known? Clearing of north of Pokrovsk from occupiers continues, - 7th Corps of Airborne Assault Troops Ukrainian defence forces continue their operation to clear Pokrovsk of Russian invaders. 10 591 38 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Mass infiltration of Russian SRG into Pokrovsk: the situation is critical Situation in Pokrovsk is critical. Large number of Russian SRGs are infiltrating city, - 68th SJB Russian sabotage groups are actively infiltrating Pokrovsk, disrupting the logistics and combat order of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 11 535 49 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction

A large-scale Russian offensive is expected near Siversk in winter. Large-scale offensive by Russian Federation is expected near Siversk: enemy is preparing groups for frosts, - 47th SMB "Magura" Russia is amassing forces near Siversk and may launch armoured assaults with the onset of cold weather. Defence forces are actively mining approaches and strengthening positions. 4 354 8 Previously in trend: Fighting on the Siversk direction

Russians set up observation posts in Pokrovsk Ruscists are attempting to set up observation posts in Pokrovsk, - Ukrainian Armed Forces officer Tsekhotskyi Russian occupiers, who managed to infiltrate the urban area of Pokrovsk, are attempting to establish a foothold and set up observation posts. 2 114 4 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

DeepState map Enemy has advanced near Pokrovsk in Donetsk Oblast and Pryvilne in Zaporizhzhia Oblast, - DeepState. MAPS Russian invaders are advancing near Pokrovsk in Donetsk Oblast and Pryvilne in Zaporizhzhia Oblast. 12 351 45 Previously in trend: Update of DeepState map Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Fightings in the Zaporizhzhia direction

Pokrovsk Pokrovsk-Myrnohrad agglomeration is in semi-encirclement with logistics effectively cut off and no control over 50% of Pokrovsk, - Officer Melnyk Currently, the Pokrovsk-Myrnohrad agglomeration is under partial siege with virtually severed logistics. Ukrainian defence forces control 50% of Pokrovsk. 24 635 152 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

pokrovsk General Staff’s reports consist more and more of lies; in fact, we have already practically lost Pokrovsk, - Deineha Volunteer and founder of the "Come Back Alive" Foundation Vitalii Deineha has stated the need to withdraw troops from Pokrovsk and Myrnohrad given the extremely difficult situation there. 34 432 154 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Pokrovsk map Enemy has advanced in Pokrovsk, near Kamianka and Novohryhorivka, - DeepState. MAPS Russian troops have advanced into three regions of Ukraine, including Pokrovsk in the Donetsk region. 9 426 26 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps

DeepState map Defense forces repelled Russians near Nove Shakhove in Donetsk region. Enemy occupied Novohryhorivka in Zaporizhzhia region, - DeepState. MAP Ukrainian defense forces repelled the enemy near Nove Shakhove in the Donetsk region. Russian invaders occupied Novohryhorivka and advanced near Krasnohirsk in the Zaporizhzhia region, as well as in Myroliubivka and near Kozatske in the Donetsk region. 7 655 12 Previously in trend: Update of DeepState map

Increasing assault groups and blocking logistics: how troops operate in Pokrovsk Tactical positions in several districts of Pokrovsk have been improved and number of assault groups has been increased, - 7th Corps of Air Assault Forces The situation in Pokrovsk as of 3:00 p.m. on November 1 6 231 25 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Russian FAB-250 air strike on Kostiantynivka Russians carried out two air strikes on Kostiantynivka: one dead and one injured In Kostiantynivka, Donetsk region, Russian troops carried out two air strikes with guided bombs FAB-250. One person was killed and another injured in the first attack. Residential buildings and private homes were damaged. 589 1 Previously in trend: Strikes on Kostiantynivka

Syrskyi in Pokrovsk Pokrovsk - we are holding. Myrnohrad - we are holding. There is no encirclement or blockade of cities, - Syrskyi. PHOTO Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi visited the front line again. 9 822 67 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Over the past day, Russian troops attacked seven settlements in Donetsk region. Day in Donetsk region: two wounded, homes destroyed. PHOTOS On 31 October, 1,924 strikes were recorded on the front line and residential areas of the Donetsk region. Kramatorsk, Sloviansk and other settlements came under fire. 561 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

Frontline news on November 1: Ukraine holds its ground 154 combat engagements on front line. Fiercest battles are in Pokrovsk and Oleksandrivka directions, - General Staff. MAPS Ukrainian defenders are steadfastly holding back the occupiers' advance, inflicting significant losses on the enemy. There were 157 combat engagements on the front line over the past 24 hours. 1 019 0 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction

Special operation by the Main Intelligence Directorate in Pokrovsk Defence Intelligence of Ukraine fighters likely launched counteroffensive near Pokrovsk – The Economist. VIDEO&PHOTOS. VIDEO&PHOTOS Special forces of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine are likely conducting counteroffensive actions near the city of Pokrovsk in the Donetsk region to restore key logistics routes. 23 680 110 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Zelenskyy Zelenskyy: Pokrovsk is top priority; we continue to eliminate occupier. VIDEO President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's address to Ukrainians at the end of the 1,346th day of the war with Russia. 2 808 51 Previously in trend: Zelenskyy’s address Situation in the Pokrovsk direction

Police evacuated wounded soldiers in Kostiantynivka Khyzhak brigade police pull comrades from stricken armored vehicle and evacuate them: "Am I going to die?" — "No, brother, you’ll live.". VIDEO In Kostiantynivka, soldiers from the mobile fire group of the "Khyzhak" brigade rescued five Ukrainian servicemen after a Roshel armored vehicle was hit. 9 890 12

Zelenskyy comments on Putin’s intention to visit Pokrovsk Zelenskyy on Putin’s possible visit to Pokrovsk: Everyone knows how it will end Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that Russian dictator Vladimir Putin wants to come to Pokrovsk in Donetsk region. 6 139 47 Previously in trend: Zelenskyy on Putin Situation in the Pokrovsk direction

Pokrovsk and the shortage of military personnel: The West on the main threat to the AFU Russia’s offensive on Pokrovsk has exacerbated problem of shortage of fighters in Ukraine, - Atlantic Council Russia's offensive on Pokrovsk has exposed a critical shortage of personnel in the Ukrainian Armed Forces. After more than three years of war, Kyiv is facing a lack of resources to hold the front line. 4 037 43 Previously in trend: Mobilization in Russian Federation Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Mobilisation in Ukraine

Zelenskyy on the situation in Pokrovsk Situation in Pokrovsk is difficult. Russia has concentrated 170,000 troops there, - Zelenskyy. VIDEO President Volodymyr Zelensky commented on the situation in the Pokrovsk direction. 4 640 46 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Vampire drone destroys Russian stormtroopers "Vampire" drone destroys four occupiers at night with two drops of 82-mm mortar mines. VIDEO In the Donetsk region , a Ukrainian "Vampire" strike drone dropped two 82-mm mortar mines, destroying at least four Russian stormtroopers. 3 650 3 Previously in trend: Drone industry

30 October in Donetsk region: consequences of massive shelling Day in Donetsk region: eight dead and 19 wounded. PHOTOS Russian strikes hit nine settlements in Donetsk Oblast, damaging residential buildings and civilian infrastructure, causing deaths and injuries. 1 165 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

Situation on the front: Russian advances in Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia regions Enemy has advanced again in Pokrovsk district and Zaporizhzhia region, - DeepState. MAPS The enemy has become more active in the Pokrovsk and Polohy districts, and the line of contact near Krasnyi Lyman has been clarified. 12 682 33 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps

Zelenskyy Russian bomb strike hits Sloviansk TPP, killing two – Zelenskyy. VIDEO President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's address to Ukrainians at the end of the 1,345th day of the war with Russia. 2 456 29 Previously in trend: Attacks on the energy sector Zelenskyy’s address