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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Yarova residents are not evacuating the village until their relatives are buried "I cannot leave, I have not yet buried my husband": Yarova residents stay behind to say farewell to loved ones after Russian strike. VIDEO The village of Yarova in Donetsk region has been almost completely emptied - residents are fleeing en masse after a Russian airstrike that claimed dozens of lives. 4 282 28

Ukrainian military repel assault on Pokrovsk Captured occupier confirmed Russian Federation’s heavy losses in Pokrovsk: "They are rotting. Drones and mortars tore them apart". VIDEO Soldiers of the 425th Separate Assault Regiment "Skelia" continue to effectively eliminate Russian occupiers in Pokrovsk, Donetsk region. 6 315 9 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Pokrovsk "Skala" regiment showed how they liquidated enemy SRGs in Pokrovsk. VIDEO The 425th Separate Assault Regiment "Skala" told how the regiment's military liquidated enemy subversive reconnaissance groups in Pokrovsk, Donetsk region. 4 863 3

war Russian Molniya UAV strikes civilian car near Kramatorsk. VIDEO An FPV drone narrowly missed striking a Russian Molniya kamikaze drone and captured evidence of another war crime — a premeditated strike on a civilian car and the deliberate killing of civilians. 3 143 2 Previously in trend: War crimes of Russia

A bullet to the forehead. Combat work of Ukrainian snipers Pair of snipers eliminated six occupiers in Toretsk direction. VIDEO A video has been published online showing fragments of combat operations by a pair of Ukrainian snipers in the Toretsk direction. 7 224 9 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Rescuers evacuated five more civilians from Kostiantynivka Evacuation from frontline Kostiantynivka continues: rescuers have evacuated another 5 residents. VIDEO Over the past 24 hours, rescuers of the FENIX evacuation group evacuated 5 more civilians from frontline Kostiantynivka. 1 211 1 Previously in trend: Evacuation from Kostiantynivka

There is no water supply in occupied Donetsk and the electricity is being cut off. Resident of Donetsk gets stuck in elevator and complains about life - without water and electricity. VIDEO A resident of occupied Donetsk recorded a video from inside an elevator, describing her day of household "achievements" — visiting a friend, collecting water and doing laundry. But as she returned home, the power in her building went out, Censor.NET reports. 8 552 38 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas

Destruction of occupiers’ positions in the Pokrovsk and Toretsk directions Phoenix in Donetsk region: more than 10 occupiers eliminated, equipment scattered in all directions — fireworks on battlefield. VIDEO In the Toretsk and Pokrovsk directions, operators of the State Border Guard Service’s "Phoenix" reconnaissance-strike complex continue carrying out combat missions. 3 125 3 Previously in trend: Battles in the east of Ukraine

Russia shelled people who came to recieve their pension payments in the village of Yarova New footage from Yarova: destroyed infrastructure and scattered personal belongings. VIDEO New footage has emerged from the village of Yarova in Donetsk region, where Russian troops dropped two KAB-250 guided aerial bombs on 9 September on a place where elderly people had gathered to receive pension payments, Censor.NET reports. 5 888 7 Previously in trend: Russian strike on Yarova in Donetsk region

An elderly woman talks about the air strike on Yarova in Donetsk Oblast Pensioner from Yarova after Russian air strike: "Some people were torn in half". VIDEO Liubov Lazorenko, a resident of the village of Yarova in Donetsk region, who survived the Russian air strike, told in the hospital about the first minutes after the attack. 7 909 37 Previously in trend: Russian strike on Yarova in Donetsk region

Battles for Chasiv Yar Battle for Chasiv Yar: city ruins and occupiers eliminated by strike drones. VIDEO The Unmanned Systems unit of the 101st Separate Security Brigade of the General Staff named after Col. Gen. Hennadii Vorobiov has released footage of effective strikes against Russian forces in Chasiv Yar, Donetsk region. 1 983 0 Previously in trend: Battles for Chasiv Yar

Destruction of enemy equipment in the Pokrovsk direction "Uragan," car and two motorcycles: Ukrainian border guards destroy enemy equipment near Pokrovsk. VIDEO A pilot of the State Border Guard Service’s Phoenix reconnaissance-strike system took out another BM-27 Uragan multiple launch rocket system in the Pokrovsk direction, this is the second destruction in the past four days. 1 870 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Volodymyr Zelensky Zelenskyy: For too long there’s been no increase in pressure on Russia to hit RF war machine. VIDEO President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, in a video address, called for a significant tightening of sanctions pressure on Russia following the occupiers’ strike on Yarova. 1 774 32 Previously in trend: Zelenskyy’s address

Yarova Russian troops dropped aerial bomb on Yarova in Donetsk Oblast during pension payments: at least 24 dead, 19 wounded (updated). VIDEO 18+ Russian troops have launched a frankly brutal air strike on the village of Yarova in Donetsk region. 33 501 281

fuel shortage Resident of occupied Donetsk surprised by queue at petrol station: "Wow, so many cars at petrol station, f#ck! Why is that? Some kind of artificial hype". VIDEO A video has been published online showing a queue at one of the petrol stations in occupied Donetsk. 7 176 22 Previously in trend: UAV attack on oil refinery of Russia

Russian prisoners from the Dobropillia direction Ukrainian defenders captured 17 Russian invaders in Dobropillia, Donetsk Oblast. VIDEO Russian invaders were captured in the area of responsibility of the 1st "Azov" National Guard Corps. The enemy command sent the invaders on the offensive to the hottest spot in Donetsk region - Dobropillia. 12 221 21 Previously in trend: Situation at front

Donetsk, Makiivka and Yenakiieve were massively attacked by drones and missiles on 8 September. Mass drone-and-missile strike on occupied Donetsk, Makiivka, Yenakiieve, suspected hit on Russian HQ. VIDEO&PHOTOS On the evening of September 8, the temporarily occupied cities of Donetsk, Makiivka and Yenakiieve came under attack from drones and cruise missiles. 10 544 30 Previously in trend: Situation in the Donetsk region Explosions in Donetsk

Ukrainian military detected and eliminated Russian troop positions along with manpower Occupiers flee into thickets — ’Steel Lions’ strike drones chase them down and eliminate them. VIDEO Russian soldiers tried to conceal themselves in dense thickets near Toretsk and Zarichne but were detected and eliminated by strike drones of the 63rd Mechanized Brigade "Steel Lions." 3 097 1 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Drones of the 82nd Separate Airborne Assault Brigade of AFU kill occupiers in Donetsk Oblast About 10 occupiers hiding in trenches and tree line eliminated by drones of 82nd SAAB. VIDEO Operators of strike drones from the 82nd Separate Air Assault  Bukovyna Brigade (SAAB) of Ukraine’s Armed Forces eliminated around ten Russian soldiers on the Donetsk front. 7 204 2

Deputy-occupier from Donetsk Skorokhodov Representative of occupiers in Donetsk called for punishment of people who ask for water: "Apply the most severe measures. These are calls for rebellion and destabilisation in favour of Ukraine and London". VIDEO A representative of the occupation authorities in Donetsk has called on the 'law enforcement' agencies to deal with the city's residents who are demanding water supplies. 9 149 81 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas

Zarichne has been liberated Soldiers of the 425th Assault Regiment "Skelia" have taken full control of village of Zarichne in Donetsk Oblast, - General Staff. VIDEO The soldiers of the 425th separate assault regiment "Skelia" have completely taken control of the village of Zarichne in Donetsk region. 6 593 11 Previously in trend: De-occupation of settlements

Fighting in the Dobropillia area Assault troops of 1st Separate Assault Regiment stop Russian forces near Dobropillia. VIDEO In the Donetsk region, the enemy made a breakthrough in the area of Dobropillia, trying to reach important logistical routes. The Ukrainian military decided to stop the offensive and began clearing the settlements of Nikanorivka, Dorozhne, Rubizhne, Shakhove and Nove Shakhove. 5 179 9 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Udachne is liberated Defence forces cleared Udachne in Donetsk Oblast and raised Ukrainian flag in village. VIDEO Defence forces have cleared the village of Udachne in Donetsk region from the enemy. 2 887 9 Previously in trend: De-occupation of settlements

Soldiers of the 5th separate assault brigade eliminated enemy infantry Ukrainian fighters eliminate enemy infantry along with their shelters in Kramatorsk direction. VIDEO In the Kramatorsk sector, soldiers of the 5th Separate Assault Brigade eliminated enemy infantry along with their cover positions. As Censor.NET reports, the occupiers were hiding in ruined buildings, among trees and tall grass, but were detected and taken out. Video of the operation was posted... 2 319 2 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

The Defence Forces liberated Novoekonomichne in Donetsk region Armed Forces of Ukraine liberated village of Novoekonomichne in Donetsk region and raised Ukrainian flag there, - General Staff. VIDEO On 31 August 2025, the Ukrainian military liberated the village of Novoekonomichne near the city of Myrnohrad in the Donetsk region. 4 867 27 Previously in trend: De-occupation of settlements

Evacuation from Kostiantynivka National Police showed footage of evacuation of citizens with limited mobility from Kostiantynivka. VIDEO The National Police showed footage of the evacuation of Ukrainians with limited mobility from Kostiantynivka, Donetsk region. According to Censor.NET, the operation was carried out by patrol officers of the Kramatorsk and Sloviansk battalions together with colleagues from the Donetsk police. 1 389 3 Previously in trend: Evacuation from Donetsk region

war 12 days in encirclement: Four soldiers of 92nd SAB heroically held defense in Razine, Donetsk region. VIDEO Four soldiers from the 3rd Assault Battalion of the 92nd Separate Assault Brigade (SAB) held the defense for 12 days in complete encirclement in the village of Razine, Pokrovsk district, Donetsk region. From this area, Russian forces attempted to push their offensive toward the... 4 855 8 Previously in trend: Situation at front

elimination of invaders on the front line Marines attacked Russian infantrymen, enemy shelters and equipment in Donetsk region. VIDEO Soldiers of the 36th Separate Marine Brigade named after Rear Admiral Mykhailo Bilynskyi eliminated Russian invaders in Donetsk region, attacked enemy shelters and equipment. 2 326 0 Previously in trend: Situation at front

Destruction of drones Our interceptor drones destroyed 142 enemy drones in sky over Donetsk Oblast in month. VIDEO The interceptor drones of the "Phoenix" border guard unit are successfully clearing the skies of Donetsk region of enemy presence. In August, our pilots destroyed 142 enemy "wings": reconnaissance and attack drones. 1 755 3 Previously in trend: Situation at front

shooting of a civilian Russian soldier shoots dead civilian near Pokrovsk – Prosecutor’s Office. VIDEO In the village of Novoekonomichne near Pokrovsk in Donetsk region, a Russian soldier shot dead a civilian resident. 3 488 8 Previously in trend: War crimes of Russia

A group of infantrymen from the Kara-Dag brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine found themselves surrounded by the enemy in the Pokrovsk direction. Hell in Pokrovsk direction: how infantrymen of National Guard’s Kara-Dag brigade broke out of encirclement. VIDEO A group of infantrymen from the Kara-Dag Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine broke out of enemy captivity but was surrounded in the Pokrovsk direction, near Komyshivka. During the mission, aerial reconnaissance spotted Ukrainian soldiers - stripped, burnt, and with their hands tied. 9 457 10 Previously in trend: Situation at front

war In Donetsk Oblast, body of Russian invader became food for crows. VIDEO The cases of Russian military corpses being left on the battlefield without evacuation are increasingly being recorded on the front line. As a result, they become prey for wild animals and birds. 4 027 11 Previously in trend: Situation at front

Torske Airstrike hits Russian assault troop gathering point in Torske. VIDEO Ukrainian aviation destroyed a main gathering point of Russian assault troops in Torske, within the defensive zone of the 63rd Separate Mechanized Brigade. 8 688 10 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

A video of the destroyed Toretsk was shown online. City without houses, people or trees: footage of destroyed Toretsk. VIDEO A video of Toretsk, destroyed by Russians, was posted online. The aerial reconnaissance footage shows what is left of the once 35,000-strong city in the Donetsk region. 9 460 62

The heroic sortie of a Ukrainian soldier Artem Smilyi blows up occupiers’ pillbox near Kostiantynivka — exclusive footage. VIDEO During a battle near Kostiantynivka in Donetsk region, Ukrainian serviceman Artem Smilyi carried out a heroic raid on a Russian pillbox and blew it up with an anti-tank mine. 15 299 28 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Ukrainian military captured a 2S19 Msta-S self-propelled artillery system Captured Msta self-propelled artillery system fires on Russian forces, destroys their positions near Kreminna. VIDEO During the counteroffensive on the Kharkiv axis, servicemen of the 25th Sicheslav Brigade captured a Russian 2S19 Msta-S self-propelled artillery system, Censor.NET reports. 3 585 4 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Presentation of the film 35 Days of the Defence of Toretsk in Kyiv "35 Days of Defence of Toretsk": Butusov’s film about battles of "Liut" brigade was screened in Kyiv. VIDEO+PHOTOS A screening of the documentary "35 Days of Defence Toretsk", filmed by military man Yurii Butusov together with police officers of the "Safari" Regiment of the Joint assault brigade of the National Police "Liut", took place in Kyiv. 2 171 2

Battles for Pokrovsk AFU destroyed occupiers in high-rise building in Pokrovsk: tank opened fire from 20 metres. VIDEO In Pokrovsk, the crew of a "Leopard" tank of the 155th SMB destroyed an enemy SRG that had entered a residential building. They recorded their work on video. The tank crew opened fire from a distance of 20 metres. A powerful shot nearly demolished the entire entrance of the apartment block,... 11 854 30 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

VIDARR drones of 60th Brigade kill Russian forces in night operation on Lyman front Inhulets Brigade eliminates occupiers, showcases strike drone operations at night. VIDEO The UAV battalion VIDARR of the 60th Separate Inhulets Mechanized Brigade has released footage of Russian occupiers being eliminated in the Lyman direction. The video, published on the Telegram channel of the Dnipro Operational-Strategic Group of Forces and reported by Censor.NET, shows drone... 1 803 0

Occupiers torture Russians Russian soldiers torture their comrade: "Now, f#ck, you’re going to get roller coaster ride!". VIDEO In the area of Udachne, Russian servicemen from the 15th Separate Motor Rifle Brigade brutally abused one of their own comrades. 13 036 29 Previously in trend: Situation at front

Azov soldiers describe what is happening in the Pokrovsk direction Reconnaissance troops of 1st Corps of NGU "Azov" captured ruscists who killed Ukrainian soldier: situation in Pokrovsk direction. VIDEO Reconnaissance men of the 14th Operational Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine "Chervona Kalyna" captured a group of Russian occupiers. 17 189 14 Previously in trend: Russian assault on Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction captured occupiers

Drone attack in temporarily occupied Makiivka Makiivka shook from explosions: drones attacked the occupiers’ warehouses. VIDEO In the evening of 25 August, explosions were heard in the temporarily occupied Makiivka. According to local public media, the likely cause was a drone attack. 10 219 21 Previously in trend: Attack of drones

Destruction of occupiers in Donbas Bradley tanks mow down enemy positions: 225th SAR hold back Russian advance in Donetsk region. VIDEO Ukrainian defenders have released a video of a combat operation in which American M2 Bradley infantry fighting vehicles effectively destroying Russian occupiers. 7 873 4 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

"Madyar’s Birds" drones hit occupiers in Pokrovsk sector with precision strikes Target found, strike delivered - "Madyar’s Birds" tally Russian occupiers killed near Pokrovsk. VIDEO In the Pokrovsk sector of the Donetsk region, the 414th UAV Brigade "Madyar's Birds" continues to record successful strikes on Russian forces, turning each sortie into a precise operation. 7 345 13 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

In Makiivka, people collect water from puddles Donbas without water: elderly woman scoops it from puddle. VIDEO A critical situation with water supply has developed in the Central City District of Makiivka, in Russian-occupied Donetsk region. 6 255 53

Ukrainian marines of the 36th Brigade destroy enemies near Pokrovsk 36th Marine Infantry Brigade detects and destroys occupiers’ positions in dugouts and thickets. VIDEO On the Eastern front, Ukrainian drones are detecting and destroying Russian military shelters even in the most remote positions. 2 796 2

Ukrainian fighters kill occupiers near Pokrovsk Ukrainian drones turn Pokrovsk direction into trap for occupiers – Rubizh Brigade eliminates enemy. VIDEO The Pokrovsk sector, which remains the most active part of the front, continues to showcase the precise work of Ukrainian strike FPV drones. 3 887 4

A resident of Pokrovsk destroyed a Russian kamikaze drone Man in Pokrovsk single-handedly stops Russian drone and removes its munition. VIDEO In frontline Pokrovsk, a local resident became an unexpected hero of the day after single-handedly disabling a Russian kamikaze drone that had tangled in fiber-optic lines. His actions were captured on video, which quickly spread across social media, sparking admiration and debate, Censor.NET... 11 273 22