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 attacked Sloviansk with a drone What is known Russia strikes Sloviansk with drone. Houses and cars damaged. PHOTO Russian occupiers have once again attacked Sloviansk in the Donetsk region. 1 135 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region Shelling of Sloviansk

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Russia struck Kostiantynivka with FAB bombs on 29 July 2025 Russian forces dropped three FAB bombs on Kostiantynivka. Three civilians were wounded. PHOTOS Russian occupiers dropped three FAB-250 bombs on Kostiantynivka, Donetsk region. 779 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

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Pokrovsk. 27 July 2025 / Photo from X @jana_skhidna Situation near Pokrovsk has changed dramatically: despite heavy losses, Russian army breaks into city - Reuters For a long time, the Russian occupiers have been trying to advance into Pokrovsk, but until recently, Ukraine's defenders have been well in repelling the enemy's attacks. In recent weeks, Russian troops have broken through the defences of the Ukrainian Armed Forces. 7 831 25 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Donetsk Donetsk attacked by drones, over 150,000 customers left without power. VIDEO In the evening of 28 July, drones attacked Donetsk, temporarily occupied by Russia. 5 589 46 Previously in trend: UAV attack on Donetsk

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Kostiantynivka Russians shelled Kostiantynivka with "Smerch" MLRS. PHOTOS Russian forces shelled Kostiantynivka in the Donetsk region with "Smerch" MLRS rockets. There were no casualties, but an enterprise was damaged. 1 186 0 Previously in trend: Strikes on Kostiantynivka

The enemy wants to take Pokrovsk in a semi-encirclement Enemy continues assaults in Pokrovsk sector, tries to cut off Pokrovsk from logistics - 59th SAB Currently, the Russians are trying to bypass Pokrovsk, Donetsk region, cut it off from logistics and encircle it in order to capture the city with small forces. 814 0 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Destruction of occupiers in armoured vehicles Artillerymen and drone operators of 155th SMB destroyed column of enemy armoured vehicles in Pokrovsk direction. VIDEO Artillerymen and drone operators of the 155th SMB named after Anna Kyivska repelled a mechanised assault by the occupiers in the Pokrovsk direction. 6 726 7 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Shelling in Donetsk region Day in Donetsk region: Russians killed civilian, four wounded In Donetsk region, a civilian was killed and four people were injured as a result of Russian aggression over the past 24 hours. 480 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

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Map Russian forces have advanced near Vovchanski Khutory in Kharkiv region and Yablunivka and Horikhove in Donetsk region - DeepState. MAP Russian invaders have gained ground in the Kharkiv and Donetsk regions. 5 244 16 Previously in trend: Update of DeepState map Hostilities in Kharkiv region

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The aftermath of the strike on Druzhkivka on 25 July Consequences of hostile strike on Druzhkivka: one wounded, 43 houses damaged. VIDEO+PHOTOS As a result of a Russian strike on Druzhkivka in the Donetsk region on 25 July, a person was wounded and there was destruction. 1 776 2 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region Russian attack on Druzhkivka

children of war Teenage girl from Mariupol returned from Russia to Ukraine As part of the initiative of the President of Ukraine Bring Kids Back UA, another Ukrainian teenage girl was returned from the territory of the Russian Federation. 4 943 12 Previously in trend: Returning children from occupation

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map Defence forces liberated Kindrativka in Sumy region, enemy advances in Kharkiv and Donetsk regions - DeepState. MAP Ukrainian defence forces liberated the village of Kindrativka in the Sumy region. Russians have gained ground in the Kharkiv and Donetsk regions. 7 162 11 Previously in trend: Update of DeepState map

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The enemy is gathering forces near Chasiv Yar Enemy is not so actively storming Chasiv Yar direction, so control over city is periodically strengthened - OTG "Luhansk" It is quite difficult to make advances in Chasiv Yar, and Ukrainian defenders manage to strengthen their control over the city from time to time. 1 022 1 Previously in trend: Battles for Chasiv Yar

Shelling of Donetsk region on 24 July Day in Donetsk region: two dead and 17 wounded. Enemy attacked three districts. PHOTOS 10 settlements were under attack: the towns of Kostiantynivka, Lyman, Myrnohrad, Pokrovsk, Sloviansk, and the villages of Korovii Yar, Novodmitrivka, Novoselivka, Oleksandro-Kalynove, and Tykhonivka. 381 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

DeepState enemy advance Russians have advanced in Zaporizhzhia and Donetsk regions - DeepState Russian occupation forces advanced in the Zaporizhzhia and Donetsk regions over the past day 9 369 12 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps

Arrivals in occupied Donetsk Eight strikes in occupied Donetsk: "Powerful hit in area of Zasiadko mine". VIDEO Explosions and a fire broke out in occupied Donetsk. 7 889 12 Previously in trend: Explosions in Donetsk

Zelenskyy on the Pokrovsk direction Pokrovsk direction remains most difficult on frontline – Zelenskyy President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has received a report from Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces Oleksandr Syrskyi regarding the current situation at the front. 1 295 10 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Consequences of Russia’s strike on Dobropillia Zone of mandatory evacuation for families with children expanded in Donetsk region – RMA Donetsk region expands list of settlements for mandatory evacuation of families with children 889 0

Yermak Financial Times: Yermak may have made decision to hold Bakhmut’s defense for so long The Financial Times reports that the decision to maintain a prolonged defense of Bakhmut may have come from Head of the Presidential Office Andriy Yermak. 9 133 85 Previously in trend: Fight for Bakhmut

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report of the General Staff of the AFU Situation in Lyman sector is extremely tense, enemy is making efforts to break through defence and enter rear, - NGU Brigade "Rubizh" The enemy is using absolutely the entire range of weapons at its disposal in the Lyman sector - from aviation to remote mining of logistics routes. 1 278 1 Previously in trend: Hostilities in Lyman sector

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Consequences of the attack on Sloviansk Enemy attacked the Sloviansk district at night: cultural centre was destroyed. VIDEO On the night of 24 July, the Sloviansk community came under hostile fire again. 1 281 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of Sloviansk

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Strikes on Kramatorsk Enemy strikes industrial enterprise in Kramatorsk with drones Kramatorsk, Donetsk region, came under enemy fire at night, the industrial zone of the city was hit. 875 10 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kramatorsk

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