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The Donetska region of Ukraine remains a focal point of intense conflict as Russian forces continue their aggressive actions. This week alone, the Pokrovsk sector recorded 64 enemy offensives, marking a significant escalation. Kramatorsk and Kostiantynivka have been particularly targeted, with UAV and artillery strikes causing casualties and infrastructure damage. A court trial sentenced an FSB agent for directing airstrikes on Kostiantynivka, highlighting local collaboration challenges. The Ukrainian Defense Forces are actively responding, repelling advances in several sectors. Meanwhile, top military leaders like Oleksandr Syrskyi are strategizing to counter Russian Marines. The civilian impact is dire, with ongoing evacuations from frontline areas and damage to homes and essential services.

What recent attacks occurred in Pokrovsk, Donetska region of Ukraine?

This week, the Pokrovsk sector experienced a record 64 enemy offensives, escalating the ongoing conflict in the Donetska region. These attacks underscore the persistent threat from Russian forces, resulting in increased military engagement in the area.

How has Kramatorsk been affected by the conflict in Donetska region?

Kramatorsk has suffered significant drone strikes, including an attack on multiple petrol stations resulting in civilian injuries. The persistent drone and artillery assaults have damaged essential infrastructure and posed a continual threat to residents’ safety.

Are there ongoing evacuations in Kostiantynivka, Donetska region?

Yes, evacuations continue in Kostiantynivka due to severe shelling and ongoing military threats. Rescuers are actively removing civilians from frontline areas to ensure their safety amidst repeated attacks, highlighting the dire humanitarian situation.

Who was recently sentenced related to airstrikes in Donetska region?

An FSB agent was sentenced to 15 years for coordinating airstrikes on Kostiantynivka. This trial reveals the complex dynamics of espionage and local collaboration, which exacerbate the military challenges in the Donetska region.

What strategic efforts are being made in Pokrovsk and Dobropillia directions?

Commander Oleksandr Syrskyi has been focusing on strategizing effective measures to neutralize Russian Marines in the Pokrovsk and Dobropillia directions. These efforts aim to strengthen Ukrainian defense capabilities amidst increased military pressure.

What was the humanitarian impact of the recent strikes in Donetska region?

The conflict has had a severe humanitarian impact, with civilian casualties reported in major areas like Kostiantynivka and Kramatorsk. Contaminated infrastructure, displacements, and the need for emergency humanitarian aid characterize the current crisis.

How are Ukrainian forces responding to the Russian advances in Donetska region?

Ukrainian defense forces actively repel enemy advances, particularly in hotspots such as Volodymyrivka and Shakhove. Strikes by unmanned systems and strategic counter-actions are part of the ongoing efforts to maintain regional security and resistance.

What military technology has been highlighted in recent conflicts in Donetska region?

Recent conflicts have shown the significant use of UAVs like Molniya and FPV drones. These technologies are pivotal in both attack and surveillance missions, emphasizing their importance in modern warfare dynamics in the Donetska region.

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Two civilians died in Volnovakha, - Donetsk Regional Administration Two civilians deceased in the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) area in the Donetsk region between Sept. 4 and 6. 7 272 13 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

поле,донеччина,пожежа As result of shelling of Donetsk region, wheat caught fire, 150 hectares of fields were burned, - SES. PHOTOS As a result of Russian shelling, 150 hectares of fields burned near Bila Hora in the Donetsk region, the fire was extinguished. 1 764 13 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

Serebriankyi Forestry map Russian troops have advanced in Serebriankyi Forestry and near Nykanorivka - DeepState Russian troops have advanced in the east of our country. 4 090 13 Previously in trend: Update of DeepState map

зеленський Zelenskyy held meeting on security situation in Donetsk region: Many important issues. VIDEO During his visit to the Donetsk region, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting on the security situation in the region. 1 340 13 Previously in trend: War

абрамс стріляє M2A2 "Bradley" infantry fighting vehicle paired with "Abrams" tank shelling Russian positions in Kursk region. VIDEO A video has been posted online showing a fragment of the combat work of the crews of the US M2A2 "Bradley" infantry fighting vehicle and "Abrams" tank in the Kursk region. 11 891 13 Previously in trend: War

На Харківщині ЗСУ напрямку уразили три склади з боєприпасами та 12 бліндажів окупантів Russia is not withdrawing its troops from Pokrovsk direction despite situation in Kursk region, - press officer of 14th Brigade of National Guard "Chervona Kalyna" Koval The Russian military is not redeploying forces from the Pokrovsk direction to the Kursk region. 2 185 13

краматорськ Rashists launched rocket attack on Kramatorsk, - Kyrylenko. VIDEO&PHOTOS Today, August 11, the Russian occupation forces shelled Kramatorsk, the Donetsk region. 5 026 13 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

донеччина Russian troops fired on supersonic missiles, tanks and artillery in Donetsk region. VIDEO&PHOTOS The Russians fired supersonic missiles, tanks, and artillery at Donetsk, killing and wounding. 10 718 13 Previously in trend: War

Russians have advanced in Kursk region Russians advance in Kursk and Donetsk regions - DeepState. MAP Russian troops managed to advance near Zaporizhzhia in Donetsk and Kursk regions. 10 894 13 Previously in trend: Update of DeepState map

Velyka Novosilka Russians have entered large part of Velyka Novosilka, our soldiers are holding line closer to outskirts - OSGT "Khortytsia" Currently, the Ukrainian military is holding certain lines on the outskirts of the settlement of Velyka Novosilka, Donetsk region. 5 161 13

Атака на Часів Яр There are no Russian troops in Chasiv Yar, enemy continues to assault city – OSGT "Khortytsia" The occupiers continue to assault the city of Chasiv Yar, but there are no Russian troops in the city now. 2 412 13 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Elimination of the occupier at close range Ukrainian soldier fills Russian invader full of lead at point-blank range. VIDEO A fighter from the police rifle battalion of the Donetsk region eliminated a Russian occupier with an assault rifle on the Toretsk direction. 15 173 29 Previously in trend: Close-quarters combat

equipment of AFU Soldiers of 48th SAB oust occupiers from Novyi Komar village in Donetsk region - DeepState. VIDEO Soldiers of the 48th separate assault battalion named after Noman Çelebicihan drove Russian invaders out of the village of Novyi Komar in Donetsk region. 6 590 12 Previously in trend: War

намангалений російський танк стріляє Soldiers of 128th SMAB repel enemy assault near Shakhtarske. VIDEO Ukrainian soldiers from the 128th SMAB repelled a powerful enemy assault near Shakhtarske in the Donetsk region. 6 609 12 Previously in trend: War

Руйнування Курахового Russian troops advance near Nelipivka and Kurakhove - DeepState. MAP The occupiers continue to seize new territories in the Donetsk region. 4 828 12 Previously in trend: War

суд Man who disseminated information about location of Armed Forces of Ukraine was sentenced to six and half years in prison – Donetsk Regional Prosecutor’s Office An observer of the AFU military facilities was sentenced to 6 and a half years in prison. 773 12 War in Ukraine

діти,евакуація Some evacuated residents of Donetsk region are trying to return home again. They are not allowed to return to some communities with their children - RMA Currently, there are cases where some evacuated residents of frontline settlements in the Donetsk region are trying to return to their households, including with children. 3 433 12 War in Ukraine

зсу Ukrainian troops destroy Russian tank with ATGM in Donetsk region. VIDEO Our soldiers destroyed an enemy tank using an anti-tank gun near village of Klishchiyivka, Donetsk region. 11 122 12 Previously in trend: War

Торецьк Fighting is going on in urban areas near Toretsk, subversive groups are operating in city - 32nd SMB spokesman Bordiyan. VIDEO Fierce fighting is taking place in Pivnichne and Zalizne, these settlements are closely adjacent to Toretsk. 10 012 12

Oleksandr Syrskyi Russian troops increase intensity of hostilities to reach administrative border of Dnipropetrovsk region - Syrskyi Despite loud statements about their readiness to cease fire for the May holidays, the occupiers have significantly increased the intensity of hostilities, focusing their main efforts on the Pokrovsk direction. 4 431 28 Previously in trend: Battles in the east of Ukraine Enemy advance to Dnipropetrovsk region

Часів Яр Chasiv Yar is under fire from occupiers, but they do not control settlement - 26th Brigade spokesman Kalashnikov The defence of Chasiv Yar is held through the Siverskyi Donets-Donbas Canal, and Russians cannot cross it or create a bridgehead in this area. 1 592 12

соледар Photo report from positions of mortars of 93rd "Kholodny Yar" brigade in Soledar district. PHOTOS Mortars of the 93rd brigade "Kholodniy Yar" bravely defend Soledar, Donetsk region. 9 299 12 Previously in trend: War

What will happen if Ukraine loses Pokrovsk? 1,915 residents remain in Pokrovsk – MIA In the frontline city of Pokrovsk, Donetsk region, 1,915 residents remain. Evacuation is complicated by ongoing shelling and enemy drone activity. 633 22 Previously in trend: Evacuation from Pokrovsk

війна Occupiers try to break through railway to Novokalynove. VIDEO Ukrainian soldiers spotted a column of enemy military equipment. The occupiers tried to break through the railway to Novokalynove, Donetsk region, but the soldiers of the 1st Separate Tank Brigade stopped the enemy. 14 974 12 Previously in trend: War

yar,ifv,destruction,chasiv About dozen Russian assault troops in IFV drive into Chasiv Yar and killed at first intersection by drone strikes. VIDEO Ukrainian drone operators have destroyed an enemy assault group in an IFV in Chasiv Yar, Donetsk region. 11 903 16 Previously in trend: Destruction of the occupiers

War National Guard soldiers attacked 5 occupiers who did not have time to reach their positions near Siversk. VIDEO Soldiers of the 4th Battalion of the Freedom Force of the National Guard of Ukraine "Rubizh" attacked five Russian invaders with a kamikaze drone. Almost reaching their positions, the group of invaders was eliminated near Siversk in Donetsk region. 5 777 12 Previously in trend: Situation at front

Elimination of a SRG fighter near Pokrovsk Russian SRG fighter on motorcycle takes his final ride in Pokrovsk, where Ukrainian FPV drones were waiting for him. VIDEO In Pokrovsk, which is currently under relentless shelling, a Russian sabotage and reconnaissance group (SRG) fighter attempted to infiltrate the city. Ukrainian troops spotted the occupier’s accomplice riding a motorcycle. 7 864 19 Previously in trend: Destruction of the occupiers

війна Ukrainian defenders stop enemy assault by destroying tank with enemy crew in Donetsk region. VIDEO A Russian tank moved to support an assault on Ukrainian positions but was stopped and burned by a kamikaze drone near Novomykhailivka, Donetsk region. 7 635 12 Previously in trend: War

оружие боеприпасы Two grenade launchers, 10 grenades, ammos, and plastic explosive found in caches along front line. PHOTOS The SBU have found five caches with a large number of weapons and ammunition in the the anti-terrorist operation (ATO) zone. 5 699 12 Society

Situation near Velyka Novosilka in Donetsk region Situation in Velyka Novosilka, Donetsk region, remains extremely difficult; Russians are trying to enter Novyi Komar with infantry - DeepState The most active areas are near the village of Velyka Novosilka: to the north - Novyi Komar, and to the south - Neskuchne. 6 136 12

словянськ Russian troops fired on Slavyansk, multi-story housing and school were damaged. PHOTO Russian troops fired on Slavyansk, Donetsk region. 6 072 12 Previously in trend: War

Novopil map Russian troops have advanced near Torske, Horikhove, Zelene Pole and Novopil - DeepState. MAP Russian troops are advancing near four settlements in the Donetsk region. 11 268 12 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps Update of DeepState map

снайпер Sniper destroys occupier, covering Ukrainian attack aircraft while moving through forest belt. VIDEO A sniper eliminated an occupier who could threaten a Ukrainian soldier during an assault in a forest near Bakhmut. 15 328 12 Previously in trend: War

Ukrainian Defense Forces hit Russian oil tanker and air defense on January 18 Armed Forces of Ukraine hit "8 March" oil depot in Tula region of Russian Federation and enemy air defense assets in TOT of Kherson and Donetsk regions - General Staff On the night of January 18, units of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine, in cooperation with other components of the Defense Forces, attacked the federal state-owned institution "8 March" in the Tula region of the Russian Federation. 4 106 12

Situation in the Pokrovsk direction on December 25 Russians are trying to break through to Pokrovsk from flanks despite significant losses, 261 occupiers were killed in last day alone - OSGT "Khortytsia" Russian troops are still trying to get to Pokrovsk, trying to break through the left and right flanks. 1 131 12

донеччина Ruscisists launched rocket attack on Kramatorsk, shelling of Vuhledar and Bakhmut continues, - RMA. PHOTOS At night, the Russians did not stop shelling along the front line and along the relative rear in the Donetsk region. 2 525 12 Previously in trend: War

Militants shelled Marinka and Krasnohorivka with heavy artillery having wounded soldier, - Donetsk Regional Administration The Armed Forces of Ukraine serviceman was wounded in Marinka district of the Donetsk region. 4 537 12 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Mariupol Russians prepare Mariupol as hub for offensives: build bypass road for equipment, cargo and military convoys. PHOTOS Russian occupiers are preparing Mariupol as a hub for new offensives: a bypass road is being built outside the city for equipment, cargo, and military convoys. 3 185 12 Previously in trend: Occupation of Mariupol

війна In Donetsk direction, Russian military retreated from some positions - Defense Forces The troops of the Russian Federation retreated from some positions in the Donetsk direction. The AFU equips these locations for defense. 13 730 12 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

су,літак Defense Forces from 10th SMAB destroyed Russian Su-25 attack aircraft near Bakhmut. VIDEO In the sky above the village of Berestove, Bakhmut district, Donetsk region, the Armed Forces of Ukraine shot down a Russian Su-25 attack aircraft using a portable anti-aircraft missile system. 16 533 12 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

Battles for Toretsk Enemy received worthy rebuff in Toretsk - OSGT "Khortytsia" In the Kharkiv direction, the enemy conducted offensive actions in Vovchansk in the past day, but they were unsuccessful. 3 470 15

In occupied Mariupol, there is die-off of dolphins Mass die-off of dolphins and birds reported in occupied Mariupol – Andriushchenko. VIDEO More than 20 dead birds and dolphin bodies were found in the Left Bank district of occupied Mariupol. 3 397 12 Previously in trend: death of dolphins

combat actions Defence forces have stabilised situation to some extent in area of settlements of Vesele-Zolotyi Kolodiaz-Kucheriv Yar - DeepState After a difficult few days of work, the defence forces were able to stabilise the situation in the Vesele-Zolotyi Kolodyaz-Kucheriv Yar area in the Pokrovsk sector to some extent. 7 946 15 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Сили оборони відновили позиції на Донеччині Defense forces regained positions near Zaliznyanske in Donetsk region and advanced in Kursk region - DeepState On 21 September, the Ukrainian Defence Forces regained positions near Zaliznyanske in the Donetsk region and advanced near Kamyshivka in the Kursk region. 10 335 12

Two civilians killed, six wounded over past day in the Donetsk region, regional administration informs Two civilians were killed and six were injured by shelling in the Donetsk region on July 19. 2 486 12 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

яр,часів Enemy tries to encircle Chasiv Yar, but has no success - UAV strike commander Fedorenko Chasiv Yar is now fully held by the Defence Forces, and there are no occupants in the village. The Russians are also storming in the direction of Ivanivske, Klishchiivka and Andriivske, trying to level the battle lines, but they have not had any tactical success on the battlefield. 2 496 12 War in Ukraine

Russian advance in Toretsk Enemy advances in Toretsk, Pishchane and near 7 more settlements - DeepState. MAP Russian troops continue to advance in Toretsk. 7 465 12

обстрел Terrorist shelled Solodke village from 122-mm cannon artillery, - JCCC. PHOTOS On Aug. 21, illegal armed gangs of the occupied areas of the Donetsk region were shelling Solodke village of Marinka district of the Donetsk region for 15 minutes using 122-mm cannon artillery. 9 333 12 Incidents