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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Defence Forces soldiers struck a group of Russian invaders in Donetsk Oblast Ukrainian FPV drone flew into crowd of occupiers in Donetsk area. VIDEO A video has been released online showing a Ukrainian FPV drone of the "Tuman" separate special purpose detachment of the 1st Corps of the "Azov" National Guard of Ukraine flying into a crowd of ruscists in the Dobropillia direction of the front. 7 582 17 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Situation in the Donetsk region

Pilots from the 66th Brigade destroyed a number of the occupiers’ logistics vehicles Pilots of 66th Mechanised Brigade destroyed 12 motorcycles, cars and quad bike belonging to occupiers in Lyman direction. VIDEO Drone operators from the 66th Separate Mechanised Brigade named after Prince Mstislav the Brave have struck Russian logistics vehicles in the Lyman sector. 1 926 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Hostilities in Lyman sector

Pilots from the SIGNUM battalion used fibre-optic-controlled drones to eliminate 13 Russian invaders in the forests of the Lyman region Operators from SIGNUM battalion used FPV drones to eliminate 13 Russian infantrymen in forests of Lyman region. VIDEO Drone operators from the SIGNUM battalion of the 59th Separate Assault Brigade have eliminated Russian infantry in the forests of the Lyman region. 3 597 6 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Hostilities in Lyman sector Fiber-optic drones

Pilots from the 414th Brigade eliminated a small assault group of five occupiers with three strikes Drone operators from 414th Brigade’s "Madyar’s Birds" unit eliminated small assault group of five Russian invaders with three strikes. VIDEO In the Pokrovsk sector, drone operators from the 414th Brigade, ‘Madyar’s Birds’, eliminated a small assault group of invaders. 4 876 9 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

USF pilots struck a number of enemy targets in several directions USF struck "Tor-M2" air defence system, "Tunguska" air defence missile system, oil depot and enemy communications nodes. VIDEO Units of the Unmanned Systems Forces group carried out strikes on key enemy military targets across several fronts. 3 454 3 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Situation in the Donetsk and Luhansk regions Fightings in the Zaporizhzhia direction Results of Unmanned Systems Forces units’ operations

Russian eliminated Kamikaze drone struck occupiers’ deployment site in Donetsk Oblast: "It just hit! We’ve got one ’three hundred’, one ’two hundred’". VIDEO Ukrainian defenders continue to strike at enemy concentrations in one of the fiercest sectors of the front line. 6 527 10 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

an invader torn in half Occupier torn in half by drone strike lay dying among branches for half hour. VIDEO 18+ Another case of a devastating strike on enemy manpower using strike drones has been recorded in the Lyman direction. As reported by Censor.NET, aerial reconnaissance fighters of the 63rd Separate Mechanized Brigade released footage demonstrating the consequences of a direct FPV drone hit on a... 10 893 71 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

The USF carried out middle strikes on areas where the occupiers’ personnel were concentrated USF carried out strikes on enemy UAV training centres, depots and command posts. VIDEO Unmanned systems forces struck enemy troop concentrations and logistical support facilities. 2 006 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Situation in the Donetsk and Luhansk regions Results of Unmanned Systems Forces units’ operations

National Guard of Ukraine "Rubizh" fighters captured an enemy scout in Donetsk Oblast Fighters of Rubizh Brigade capture occupier scout who was hiding in Bilytske. VIDEO A reconnaissance group of the Special Purpose Reconnaissance Company of the 4th Operational Assignment Brigade Rubizh of the National Guard of Ukraine captured a Russian occupier during a clearing operation in buildings in the settlement of Bilytske, Donetsk Oblast. 4 280 2 Previously in trend: captured occupiers Situation in the Donetsk region

SBU pilots struck enemy positions Unmanned Systems Forces hit Kasta radar, enemy depots and deployment sites in several directions. VIDEO In coordination with the Center for Deep Strikes, units of the Unmanned Systems Forces (USF) struck a number of important enemy facilities on 3-5 May. 1 249 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Situation in the Donetsk and Luhansk regions Fightings in the Zaporizhzhia direction Results of Unmanned Systems Forces units’ operations

Fighters from the 155th Brigade eliminated an occupier near Hryshyne Russian soldier on one crutch and carrying automatic rifle instead of other was eliminated by pilots of 155th Separate Mechanised Brigade near Hryshyne. VIDEO Soldiers from the 155th Separate Mechanised Brigade have released footage showing the elimination of an invader near Hryshyne in the Donetsk sector. 5 322 18 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Situation in the Donetsk region

Fighters from the Ivan Franko Group are striking at enemy logistics in Donetsk Oblast Ivan Franko Group pilots strike enemy logistics in rear areas of Donetsk Oblast. VIDEO Operators from the Ivan Franko Group continue to carry out systematic operations along the enemy’s supply lines in the Donetsk Oblast, striking targets in the area stretching from the village of Pisky to the town of Debaltseve, up to 60 kilometres behind the front line. 2 579 2 Previously in trend: EW Situation in the Donetsk region Strikes on Russian logistics

Fighters from the Predator Brigade shot down 15 occupiers’ drones with small arms fire Soldiers from "Predator" Brigade shot down 15 kamikaze drones with small-arms fire in Donetsk Oblast. VIDEO Ukrainian defenders from the Khyzhak Brigade under the Patrol Police Department shot down Russian kamikaze drones with small arms fire. 1 793 4 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian drones

A drone attacks a Russian Occupier films FPV drone’s direct hit on fellow soldier in Donetsk Oblast: "Bitch! What’s there?". VIDEO A video has appeared online that was filmed directly by a Russian invader who witnessed an attack on his fellow serviceman. Censor.NET reports that the incident occurred on one section of the front in Donetsk Oblast. 7 991 20 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

The occupier is running along the road African mercenary in Russian army runs along road and hides among branches of fallen tree, trying in vain to avoid being struck by drone. VIDEO 18+ A video has been published online showing Ukrainian pilots successfully targeting an African mercenary serving in the Russian occupation forces. 6 766 31 Previously in trend: African mercenaries of Russian army

The Russians are lying in a row Five occupiers were captured by fighters from "Chervona Kalyna" brigade during sweep of private homestead in Pokrovsk direction. VIDEO Ukrainian defenders continue to successfully clear settlements near the front line and take enemy personnel prisoner. According to Censor.NET, in the Pokrovsk direction, fighters from the special reconnaissance company of the ‘Chervona Kalyna’ brigade captured five Russian occupiers. 4 670 4 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Soldiers of the 42nd Brigade repelled an assault by occupiers on motorbikes near Novopavlivka. Pilots of 42nd Brigade eliminated 26 occupiers following failed enemy assault on motorcycles. VIDEO Occupiers on motorbikes attempted to break through to the positions of the 42nd Separate Mechanised Brigade near Novopavlivka, but the attack failed. 4 776 16 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Repelling assault

SBU operators struck a number of enemy targets in several directions Unmanned aerial systems struck air defence systems, radar stations and occupier deployment sites in several directions. VIDEO Unmanned aerial systems have launched fresh strikes against key Russian targets across several fronts. 1 672 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Results of Unmanned Systems Forces units’ operations

SSU Alpha pilots eliminated 56 occupiers, and 2,500 over the past week SSU "Alpha" drone operators eliminated 56 occupiers using FPV drones equipped with thermal imagers during night-time sorties. VIDEO Special forces from the Security Service of Ukraine’s ‘Alfa’ unit carried out strikes against enemy personnel in the Pokrovsk direction. 3 237 8 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Ukrainian aviation struck a concentration of occupiers in one of the buildings in Hryshyne Ukrainian Armed Forces airstrike on ambush by occupiers from Russian Armed Forces’ 76th Division in Hryshyne: 15 Russian soldiers eliminated. VIDEO The Ukrainian Air Force carried out a precision air strike on an ambush set up by the occupiers in one of the buildings in Hryshyne. 7 313 8 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction AFU aviation

Pilots from the 413th Raid Regiment struck the deployment site of the 36th Brigade of the Russian Armed Forces Operators of 413th Raid Regiment carry out six strikes on deployment point of Russian 36th Brigade in rear. VIDEO Pilots from the 413th Separate 'Reid' Unmanned Systems Regiment used middle-strike capabilities to strike a number of the occupiers’ rear-area buildings. 1 691 1 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Fighters from the SIGNUM battalion struck the UAV’s launch site, the pilot, and 16 enemy shelters Pilots from SIGNUM battalion struck Russian UAV pilot with two FPV drones. VIDEO Soldiers from the SIGNUM battalion of the 59th Separate Assault Brigade carried out strikes on a Russian UAV launch site and enemy positions in the Lyman direction. 3 903 3 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Hostilities in Lyman sector

Soldiers of the 425th Regiment tore the occupier in half after a drone strike Drone operators of 425th SAR tear occupier in half under tree with FPV drone. VIDEO 18+ In the Pokrovsk direction, pilots of the 425th Separate Assault Regiment carried out several drone strikes on an occupier. 3 839 11 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Elimination of Russian occupiers

Fighters from the Spartan Brigade struck a truck carrying enemy personnel in the village of Pisky Pilots of Spartan Brigade strike truck with Russian infantry deep in rear in Donetsk region. VIDEO UAV operators of the Black Sky battalion of the Spartan Brigade struck a truck carrying enemy personnel deep in the rear in the settlement of Pisky near Donetsk. 4 830 5 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

The occupiers have advanced near Hryshyne Occupiers are attempting to consolidate their positions in western part of Hryshyne, – 7th Airborne Corps. VIDEO In the area of responsibility of the 7th Rapid Reaction Corps of the Airborne Forces, the enemy continues its strategic offensive to capture the Pokrovsk urban area. Suffering casualties, the enemy is focused on restoring its offensive capabilities and is constantly reinforcing its troops. 1 637 0 Previously in trend: Russian assault on Pokrovsk direction Situation in the Pokrovsk direction

Fighters from the SIGNUM battalion eliminated 10 occupiers in the Lyman sector Drone operators from SIGNUM battalion struck 10 occupiers with FPV drones in Lyman region. VIDEO Pilots from the SIGNUM battalion of the 59th Separate Assault Brigade eliminated 10 invaders in the Lyman area. 3 636 4 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Hostilities in Lyman sector Fiber-optic drones

Special Operations Forces spent the week destroying enemy arsenals, bases and logistics in Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia regions Over past week, Special Operations Forces have struck number of enemy arsenals, bases and logistics facilities in Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia regions. VIDEO Throughout the week, Middle-strike units of the Special Operations Forces carried out strikes against enemy arsenals, depots, logistics centres, and repair bases in the occupied territories of Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia regions. 1 632 2 Previously in trend: Fightings in the Zaporizhzhia direction Situation in the Donetsk region

Pilots of the 414th Brigade struck an African mercenary in the Pokrovsk region Pilots of 414th Brigade "Magyar’s Birds" eliminated African mercenary of Russian Federation in Pokrovsk direction. VIDEO Drone operators from the 414th Brigade, "Magyar's Birds", struck one of the Russian Federation’s mercenaries in the Pokrovsk direction. 5 655 21 Previously in trend: African mercenaries of Russian army Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

In the Lyman district, a robotic complex evacuated a 77-year-old woman from under shelling Evacuation under fire: civilians evacuated in Lyman district with help of ground robot. VIDEO Soldiers from the 60th Mechanised Brigade rescued a 77-year-old woman from the grey zone using a robotic system. The operation lasted several hours. 2 108 5 Previously in trend: Evacuation from Donetsk region

drone attacks enemy mobile fire group "Azov" drones destroyed five enemy mobile air defence groups in occupied Donetsk. VIDEO The Ukrainian Defence Forces continue to systematically ‘blind’ the enemy by destroying its air defence systems directly in rear areas and in temporarily occupied territories. Footage has emerged online showing the successful night-time operations carried out by pilots from the 1st Corps of the... 5 340 4 Previously in trend: Destruction of the occupiers’ firing positions

Occupier assault near Kostiantynivka repelled by drone units Drone operators of 28th Separate Mechanised Brigade and 36th Brigade repel failed occupier "banzai assault" near Kostiantynivka. VIDEO Ukrainian defenders from the 28th Separate Mechanised Brigade, together with troops from the adjacent 36th Brigade, repelled a "banzai assault" by the occupiers near Kostiantynivka. 3 314 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Repelling assault Kostiantynivka direction

A Defence Forces soldier eliminated two Russian occupiers on motorbikes AFU fighter with call sign "Florist" eliminated two disoriented occupiers on motorcycles at point-blank range. VIDEO During combat operations, a Defense Forces fighter with the call sign "Florist" from the 92nd Assault Brigade eliminated two occupiers on motorcycles at point-blank range. 12 192 11 Previously in trend: Close-quarters combat Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Elimination of Russian occupiers

Pilots from the SIGNUM battalion struck a vehicle carrying occupiers, as well as a shelter and a UAZ They never made it to their positions: SIGNUM Battalion’s night "hunt" for occupiers. VIDEO Pilots of the SIGNUM Battalion of the 59th Separate Assault Brigade carried out night combat sorties against enemy deployment sites in the Lyman direction. 3 211 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Pilots from units of the 414th Brigade eliminated over 2,500 occupiers in the first 20 days of April Over 2,500 occupiers and at least 700 pieces of equipment destroyed: combat operations by USF pilots. VIDEO Over the course of the first 20 days of April, operators of the Unmanned Systems Forces destroyed at least 700 pieces of enemy equipment in the Donetsk sector. 2 491 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Results of Unmanned Systems Forces units’ operations

Russians dropped a FAB on Kostiantynivka Russians struck Kostiantynivka with 3-tonne aerial bomb, levelling entire block of high-rise buildings. VIDEO The Russian army continues to employ ‘scorched earth’ tactics, using munitions of extreme destructive power against peaceful Ukrainian cities. Shocking footage has emerged online showing the aftermath of a three-tonne Russian aerial bomb (presumably a FAB-3000) striking Kostiantynivka in the... 18 322 66 Previously in trend: War crimes of Russia

Strike on Sloviansk Enemy struck Sloviansk with FABs: 3 people injured, training centre destroyed. VIDEO+PHOTO Late on the evening of 20 April and in the early hours of 21 April, Russian forces carried out air strikes on Sloviansk in the Donetsk region. 1 421 1

Special Operations Forces struck enemy arsenals and logistics hubs SOF strike enemy arsenals and logistics hubs in Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia regions. VIDEO Special Operations Forces (SOF) struck enemy arsenals and logistics hubs in occupied parts of Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia regions. 2 719 6 Previously in trend: Fightings in the Zaporizhzhia direction Situation in the Donetsk region Drone operators Strikes on Russian logistics

Russian Federation’s advance in Hryshyne Situation in Hryshyne is escalating, enemy increases pressure – 7th Air Assault Corps. VIDEO Ukraine’s Defense Forces are stopping the enemy’s attempts to entrench itself in central and northern Hryshyne in the Donetsk region. 1 650 2 Previously in trend: Russian assault on Pokrovsk direction Situation in the Pokrovsk direction

Two Russians got tangled up in barbed wire Drone finishes off two occupiers who got tangled in barbed wire. VIDEO A video has been released online showing the outcome of yet another attempt by Russian occupation forces to breach Ukrainian defences in the Donetsk region. The footage captures the elimination of two enemy infantrymen. This was reported by Censor.NET. 9 592 6 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Soldiers of the 414th Brigade eliminated the occupier Occupier was reduced to tatters by hit from FPV drone: pilots of 414th "Madyar’s Birds" Brigade. VIDEO Pilots from the 414th Brigade, "Madyar's Birds", eliminated a Russian invader in the Pokrovsk direction. 4 396 5 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Elimination of Russian occupiers Drone operators

Soldiers of the 414th Brigade eliminated 70 occupiers in the Pokrovsk direction Minus 70 Russian invaders near Pokrovsk: combat operations by pilots of 414th Brigade "Magyar’s Birds". VIDEO Drone operators from the 414th Brigade, Magyar's Birds, struck enemy personnel in the Pokrovsk area of the Donetsk region. 6 768 11 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Elimination of Russian occupiers Drone operators

Chasiv Yar, destroyed by the Russians AFU thwarted new mechanised assault by Russian forces near Chasiv Yar: equipment and troops destroyed. VIDEO Ukrainian troops have thwarted yet another attempt by the enemy to break through near the town of Chasiv Yar in the Donetsk region. 5 194 2 Previously in trend: Battles for Chasiv Yar

Russian assault in Chasiv Yar Russian forces’ breakthrough in Chasiv Yar area has been thwarted, – 24th Separate Mechanised Brigade. VIDEO The occupiers launched a breakthrough attempt in the sector of the 24th Separate Mechanised Brigade near the town of Chasiv Yar, deploying five armoured vehicles, a tank, ten motorcycles and quad bikes. 4 918 2 Previously in trend: Battles for Chasiv Yar

SOF fighters struck Rubicon bases near Mariupol SOF drone operators struck "Rubicon" base near Mariupol. VIDEO Special Operations Forces have struck a logistics base belonging to the Russian unmanned technology centre ‘Rubicon’ in occupied Mangush, Donetsk Oblast. 3 621 1 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Drone operators

drone attacks a Russian "SIGNUM" drone operators from 59th Brigade eliminated around 30 occupiers in forests near Lyman. VIDEO Operators from the SIGNUM battalion of the 59th Separate Brigade have demonstrated exceptional effectiveness in deploying the latest technologies on the battlefield. A video has been released online showing a large-scale elimination of enemy personnel in the wooded areas near Lyman in the... 2 792 5

Ukrainian drone attacks Russian SAM system "Pantsir-S1" down: in Mariupol, Unmanned Systems Forces destroyed enemy SAM system. VIDEO Units of the Unmanned Systems Forces (USF) continue to systematically neutralise enemy air defence systems in the temporarily occupied territories. This time, a successful operation was carried out in occupied Mariupol. This was reported by Censor.NET. 2 921 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

A drone flies over the Donbas Arena Ukrainian drone flies over "Donbas Arena", locates target and attacks an occupiers’ lorry. VIDEO Ukrainian unmanned aerial systems from the 1st Corps of the National Guard of Ukraine’s "Azov" unit continue to demonstrate their effectiveness, operating in the very heart of the temporarily occupied city of Donetsk. Footage has appeared online showing Ukrainian drones flying over the city’s... 16 910 40 Previously in trend: UAV attack on Donetsk

66th Brigade destroys Russian infantry in Lyman direction Troops of 66th Separate Mechanized Brigade are eliminating Russian infantry with dense kill zone while it is still approaching the forward edge of positions. VIDEO In the Lyman direction, the elimination of Russian infantry is ongoing in the area of responsibility of the 66th Separate Mechanized Brigade named after Prince Mstyslav the Brave. 3 910 1 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Hostilities in Lyman sector Drone operators