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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Kucheriv Yar map Defence forces liberated Kucheriv Yar, Sukhetske and Zatyshok and repelled enemy in Pokrovsk district. Occupiers advanced in Donetsk and Kharkiv regions - DeepState. MAP Defence forces have liberated Kucheriv Yar, Sukhetske, and Zatyshok in the Pokrovsk district of the Donetsk region and are making advances in the Donetsk region. The enemy also has territorial gains. 9 098 7 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps Update of DeepState map

Shelling of Donetsk region Day in Donetsk region: four dead and one wounded, civilian infrastructure under attack. PHOTO During the day, Russian troops shelled settlements in the Kramatorsk and Bakhmut districts of the Donetsk region, resulting in deaths and injuries. 623 1

Syrskyi Syrskyi visited Pokrovsk direction: set tasks to strengthen defences and awarded soldiers. PHOTOS Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi met with commanders of army corps, brigades, and military units performing combat missions in the Pokrovsk sector and directly in the area of the city of Pokrovsk. 19 895 60 Previously in trend: Syrskyi on the Donetsk region

maps Russian army has advanced in three regions, - DeepState. MAP Russian occupiers have advanced near three settlements and three regions. 12 583 53 Previously in trend: Enemy advance to Dnipropetrovsk region Russian advance

Soldiers of the 82nd Brigade eliminated the occupiers and de-occupied the village of Sukhetske in Donetsk Oblast. Under Ukrainian flag again: 82nd Airborne Assault Brigade liberated Sukhetske in Donetsk region and defeated more than 60 occupiers. VIDEO Units of the 82nd Separate Airborne Assault Brigade  of the Bukovyna Airborne Brigade of the Ukrainian Armed Forces liberated the village of Sukhetske in the Pokrovsk district of the Donetsk region. 8 095 16 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers De-occupation of settlements deoccupation of the territory

Russia attacked the Kramatorsk and Bakhmut districts with guided drones and aerial bombs Day in Donetsk region: one person killed, five more wounded. PHOTOS In Kramatorsk and Bakhmut districts, Russia used FPV drones and unmanned aerial vehicles: destruction of houses, damage to vehicles and critical facilities, civilians injured. 708 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

UP reported on the critical situation in Pokrovsk and Myrnohrad. Situation in Pokrovsk is critical, and logistics to Myrnohrad are complicated. Threat of encirclement of AFU is getting closer - media There are at least 250 Russian occupiers in Pokrovsk, Donetsk region, who engage in small arms battles and shoot Ukrainian soldiers at their positions, including UAV operators. Logistics to the city is under full control of Russian drones. 26 063 155 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction "Threat of encirclement of Armed Forces of Ukraine in Pokrovsk direction

Russian attack on train in Kramatorsk on October 24: what is known Occupiers attempt drone attack on Lviv–Kramatorsk train: cars damaged, no casualties Russian forces attempted to attack train No. 104/103 Lviv–Kramatorsk with a drone as it was approaching Kramatorsk station. 1 990 7 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukrzaliznytsia facilities

Bodies of eliminated occupiers near Pokrovsk Bodies of eliminated occupiers in one of combat zones near Pokrovsk. VIDEO In the Pokrovsk sector, Ukrainian paratroopers eliminated a significant number of Russian troops who were trying to gain a foothold in a small section of the frontline. 11 823 19

The Armed Forces of Ukraine cleared Torske. How did it happen? "Skelia" Regiment fighters clears Torske in Donetsk region: up to 100 ruscists eliminated, several captured. VIDEO The soldiers of the 425th separate assault regiment "Skelia" have cleared Torske in the Donetsk region from Russian occupiers. 13 382 12 Previously in trend: Fighting in the area of Torske

A day in Donetsk region: two districts under attack - Pokrovsk and Kramatorsk Day in Donetsk region: 2 people killed, 7 wounded, houses and cars damaged. PHOTOS Over the past 24 hours, the occupiers struck a series of attacks in Donetsk region. 480 2 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

Updated maps from DeepState Defence forces repelled Russians near Kucheriv Yar. Enemy has advanced in Pokrovsk district of Donetsk region and in Zaporizhzhia region - DeepState. MAP The Ukrainian Defence Forces drove back the enemy near Kucheriv Yar, while Russia advanced near Hrodivka, Volodymyrivka, and Stepnohirsk. 6 147 15 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps

Russians killed five civilians in Donetsk region Ruscists killed five civilians in Donetsk Oblast: family did not want to provide information about AFU. VIDEO On 20 October 2025, the Russian occupiers committed another war crime. In the village of Zvanivka, Bakhmut district, Donetsk region, the invaders killed five civilians. 8 439 15 Previously in trend: War crimes of Russia

"Freedom" TV journalist Olena Hubanova and cameraman Yevhen Karmazin. Journalist Olena Hubanova and cameraman Yevhen Karmazin killed in Kramatorsk as result of "Lancet" strike. VIDEO&PHOTOS. VIDEO&PHOTOS A journalist of the "Freedom" TV channel Olena Hubanova and cameraman Yevhen Karmazin were killed in Kramatorsk as a result of a strike by an enemy "Lancet" UAV. 13 321 14 Previously in trend: Death of journalists

Two people wounded in shelling of Donetsk region Day in Donetsk region: 2 people wounded, houses and industrial facilities damaged. PHOTOS Over the past 24 hours, the occupiers struck a series of attacks in the Donetsk region. 342 0 Previously in trend: Situation in the Donetsk region

Pokrovsk 90% of houses destroyed in Pokrovsk, enemy controls all access roads, - RMA About 1200 people remain in the city of Pokrovsk, Donetsk region. It is extremely difficult to leave the city, as the Russian invaders control all access roads. 4 317 14 Previously in trend: Evacuation from Pokrovsk Shelling of Pokrovsk

Drone operators destroy occupiers’ equipment in the Donetsk direction Ivan Franko Group drone operators destroyed 11 pieces of equipment in Donetsk direction. VIDEO Drone operators of the Ivan Franko Group are destroying enemy logistics and personnel in the Donetsk sector. 2 199 2 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers

Ukrainian paratroopers liberated Kuchero Yar in Donetsk Oblast Armed Forces of Ukraine liberated Kucheriv Yar in Donetsk region: Ukrainian flag was raised there. VIDEO Units of the Ukrainian Air Assault Forces, including the 132nd Separate Reconnaissance Battalion, liberated the village of Kucheriv Yar in the Dobropillia sector. 6 855 47 Previously in trend: De-occupation of settlements Situation in Dobropillia direction

Russian blew himself up with a grenade on the battlefield Suicidal occupier thrown into air and hit to ground by grenade planted under his bulletproof vest. VIDEO A seriously wounded Russian man blew himself up with a grenade on the battlefield in Donetsk region. 7 965 14 Previously in trend: Occupiers’ suicide on battlefield

Major of the Armed Forces of Ukraine suspected of bribery Demanded $7,000 for transfer to another military unit: in Donetsk region, major of Armed Forces of Ukraine was notified of suspicion - Prosecutor’s office. PHOTOS In the Donetsk region, a major, head of the financial and economic service of one of the military units of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, was served a notice of suspicion. 1 223 10 Previously in trend: Bribery in army

Russian occupiers tortured a family in Donetsk region. Three people were killed Russians tortured to death family in Donetsk region. Man and his two sons were killed. Woman is undergoing surgery in Dnipro Russian soldiers in Zvanivka, Donetsk Oblast, tortured and killed a man and his two sons. The woman managed to survive after being shot in the face. Doctors are currently performing surgery on her. 8 517 62

Donetsk region after the shelling on 22 October Day in Donetsk region: Dobropillia, Druzhkivka, Kostiantynivka and Lyman under attack. Two dead, several wounded. PHOTOS Two people were killed and two were injured as a result of Russian shelling in Donetsk region. 804 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

The AFU have regained positions in Donetsk Oblast: Russia is advancing AFU have regained positions in Pokrovsk direction: Russia has occupied Poltavka in Zaporizhzhia and is advancing, - DeepState. MAP Ukrainian troops regained positions in the Pokrovsk sector. At the same time, Russian troops occupied Poltava in Zaporizhzhia region. 7 033 10 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps Update of DeepState map

Trump and Putin meeting in Alaska on 15 August 2025 Russia sends U.S. peace terms on Ukraine, demands full control of Donbas – Reuters Russia has sent the United States an "unofficial diplomatic memorandum" reiterating its conditions for reaching a peace agreement with Ukraine. 15 956 90 Previously in trend: Transfer of territories

Border guards destroyed six pieces of equipment and eliminated 30 occupiers in Donetsk Oblast. Border guards from "Phoenix" unit destroy tank, "Shtora" EW system, and over 30 occupiers near Kostiantynivka. VIDEO Border guards of the Phoenix unit destroyed the occupiers' equipment in the direction of Kostiantynivka, Donetsk region. 2 377 1 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers

Two occupiers blew themselves up with grenades in the Pokrovsk direction after a battle with Spartan fighters Occupiers blew themselves up with grenades after attack by drones from 3rd Spartan Brigade. VIDEO 18+ Soldiers of the 3rd Operational Brigade of the Colonel Petro Bolbochan National Guard of Ukraine "Spartan" recorded footage of the self-destruction of two Russian soldiers in the Pokrovsk direction. 8 820 20 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Suicidal occupiers Elimination of Russian occupiers Occupiers’ suicide on battlefield

Our soldiers eliminated the enemy’s position and took a prisoner "Enei" fighters destroy enemy positions in Toretsk and capture occupier: "What are you, cop?". VIDEO A unit of the "Enei" Special Operations Battalion of the National Police’s "Liut" Brigade successfully completed a combat mission in Toretsk, Donetsk region. 6 954 6 Previously in trend: Situation at front

Destruction of a Russian armoured vehicle Drone operators destroyed enemy armoured vehicle during unsuccessful attempt by occupiers to attack near Horikhove. VIDEO Ukrainian defenders demonstrated rare footage of the use of enemy equipment by mechanised assault groups. 1 916 3 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

abduction of Ukrainian children Russian Ombudsman Lvova-Belova publicly admitted that she had kidnapped and "re-educated" Ukrainian child from Mariupol. VIDEO Russian Presidential Commissioner for Children's Rights Maria Lvova-Belova, who is wanted by a court in The Hague for illegal deportation of children, gave an interview in which she described how she had actually kidnapped and adopted a Ukrainian child from Mariupol after the city had been... 9 185 39 Previously in trend: Abduction of children by Russia

Consequences of Russian shelling in Donetsk region Russians shelled Donetsk region 12 times: one dead, homes and transport damaged. PHOTOS Over the past 24 hours, the occupiers struck a series of attacks in Donetsk region. 752 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

Drone operators from the 214th battalion eliminated nine occupiers in the Novopavlivka direction Strike drones of 214th SAB eliminated nine Russian assault troopers - no one escaped. VIDEO Drone operators of the 214th separate assault battalion of the Armed Forces of Ukraine continue to effectively destroy enemy manpower in the Novopavlivka sector, near the settlements of Stepova and Oleksiivka. 4 722 4 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers

The Armed Forces of Ukraine repelled the assault and eliminated the occupiers "Crashed into their own equipment": Defense Forces used smoke screen to repel occupiers’ assault. VIDEO Defense Forces have released footage showing occupiers crashing into their own destroyed equipment during an assault on Ukrainian positions in Donetsk region. 4 959 5 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupiers

Birds of Magyar eliminate occupier with FPV drone strike in Pokrovsk direction "Without pants and with legs torn off": drone of 414th Brigade rips occupier apart. VIDEO 18+ Operators of the Unmanned Systems Unit of the 414th "Birds of Magyar" Brigade struck a Russian soldier in the Pokrovsk direction of Donetsk region. 8 924 27 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers

Soldiers of the Armed Forces of Ukraine have released a video of dead invaders in the Dobropillia direction. Dozens of occupiers’ bodies rot in Dobropillia direction: no one searches or counts them. VIDEO Servicemen of Ukraine’s Air Assault Forces have filmed footage showing a "cemetery of occupiers" in the Dobropillia direction. 7 514 7 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Ukrainian drone operators eliminated an occupier who was heading in the direction of Pokrovsk Ukrainian drone sets backpack on fire - occupier burned alive. VIDEO Ukrainian drone operators caught up with a Russian soldier moving toward Pokrovsk and struck him with a fiber-optic-guided FPV drone. 7 141 21 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers

Dachne map Enemy has advanced in Kupiansk, Vovchansk, Plavni, near Toretsk and Bila Hora, - DeepState. MAPS Russian troops are advancing in the Kharkiv, Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia regions. 3 912 8 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps

General Staff report AFU have regained control of some villages on border with Dnipropetrovsk region, - Zelenskyy Ukrainian defence forces continue to repel enemy attacks. Four villages have already been returned to control in the Novopavlivka direction. 2 259 8 Previously in trend: Hostilities in the Novopavlivka direction Destruction of occupiers in Sumy direction Situation in the Pokrovsk direction

destruction of the Russians in Pokrovsk Enemy SRG infiltrated centre of Pokrovsk and killed civilians. Some of occupiers eliminated, - 7th Corps of Airborne Assault Forces. VIDEO Recently, an enemy sabotage and reconnaissance group managed to penetrate the centre of Pokrovsk, Donetsk region. 8 530 13 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction

Russia has begun transferring equipment to Belarus Situation in eastern Ukraine has changed - AFU are holding back Russia, - Economist The situation in eastern Ukraine has changed significantly in recent months: Russian troops have advanced closer and intensified the destruction of civilian infrastructure. At the same time, the city of Kostiantynivka is not currently under any real threat of capture. 5 527 0 Previously in trend: Enemy losses

yampil Occupiers are building fortifications in Serebrianskyi forest and preparing to storm Yampil - 11th Army Corps In the Serebrianskyi Forest area on the administrative border between the Donetsk and Luhansk regions, Russian invaders are amassing infantry and building fortifications. The enemy is preparing to storm the village of Yampil in the Lyman community. 2 781 9 Previously in trend: Hostilities in Lyman sector

Soldiers from the Omega Wing showed footage of how all the fields and roads around Pokrovsk are covered with fibre optic cable. Pokrovsk direction is covered with fibre optic web: kilometres of danger. VIDEO Special forces of the separate detachment "Wings of Omega" documented footage from the suburbs of Pokrovsk with a drone. 8 977 58 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Shelling of Donetsk region Consequences of enemy attacks on Donetsk region: two dead and three wounded, there is destruction. PHOTOS During the day, Russian troops shelled settlements in the Kramatorsk and Bakhmut districts of the Donetsk region, resulting in deaths, injuries, and destruction. 727 0

Witkoff Witkoff pressured Ukrainian delegation to hand over Donetsk region to Russia: he argued that region is "predominantly Russian-speaking" - WP On Friday, October 17, during a meeting of the Ukrainian and American delegations in Washington, US President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff pressured Ukrainian officials to transfer the Donetsk region to Russian control. 21 572 219 Previously in trend: Transfer of territories

Trump and Putin to meet in Alaska on 15 August 2025 Putin demanded full control over Donetsk region in conversation with Trump - WP During a conversation with US President Donald Trump, Russian dictator Vladimir Putin demanded that Ukraine give up the Donetsk region. In exchange for full control over the Donetsk region, he is allegedly ready to give up the occupied territories of Zaporizhzhia and Kherson regions. 16 624 128 Previously in trend: Transfer of territories Territorial concessions

Ukrainian border guards destroy the equipment and personnel of the occupiers in the Pokrovsk direction Car, three trucks and motorcycle: Phoenix drones destroy occupiers’ logistics. VIDEO Border guards of the Phoenix unit continue to attack enemy logistics and destroy Russian occupiers in the Pokrovsk direction. 3 465 3 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers

Ukrainian drone operators hit a heavy flamethrower system in the Liman direction Strike on "Solntsepyok": drone hits rocket motor, triggers detonation. VIDEO Operators of SIGNUM attack drones hit a heavy flamethrower system TOS-1A "Soncepyok" in the Lyman direction. 18 929 14 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers’ firing positions

Novoivanivka map Enemy has advanced near Novoivanivka, Torske and Pokrovsk - DeepState. MAP Russian occupiers have made territorial advances in the Zaporizhzhia and Donetsk regions. 10 256 18 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps

Donetsk region under fire: six civilians wounded Day in Donetsk region: six residents injured as result of Russian shelling. PHOTOS Over the past day, the occupants conducted a series of attacks in the Donetsk region. Residential buildings, infrastructure, and cars were damaged, and six people were injured. 594 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region