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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Soldiers of the 46th Brigade continue to destroy enemy manpower, equipment and UAVs in the Pokrovsk direction Paratroopers from 46th Brigade destroyed 13 Russian soldiers, 10 UAVs and artillery near Pokrovsk. VIDEO In the Pokrovsk sector, units of the 46th Podillia Airborne Brigade of the Airborne Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine continue to destroy enemy personnel, equipment, and drones. 3 386 4 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Drone operators

SOF fighters eliminated two occupiers during a clearance operation in the Donetsk region Fighters of 8th Special Operations Regiment eliminate two Russian reconnaissance troops while clearing building in Donetsk region. VIDEO Two Russian reconnaissance troops managed to penetrate beyond the forward positions of Ukraine’s Defense Forces in one of the operational directions, but their movement was detected in time by aerial reconnaissance operators. 6 639 8 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Close-quarters combat

Russia struck Sloviansk with a FAB: the aftermath Ruscists strike central Sloviansk with FAB-1500: historic landmark destroyed, number of injured rises to 5. VIDEO&PHOTOS (updated). VIDEO&PHOTOS (updated) Russian forces struck the centre of Sloviansk in the Donetsk region with a FAB-1500 aerial bomb. 7 452 53 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region Shelling of Sloviansk

Fighters from the Ivan Franko Group struck a military vehicle on a road in Donetsk Footage of eliminated occupier in truck: "Ivan Franko Group" struck enemy vehicle in Donetsk. VIDEO 18+ Footage has been released online showing a strike on a Russian military truck along with its driver on the Donetsk ring road. 10 364 22 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupiers Situation in the Donetsk region Drone operators

Fighting for Sloviansk Situation in the Sloviansk direction is complicated: enemy is targeting logistics and preparing for assaults, – 81st Airborne Brigade. VIDEO The situation in the Sloviansk sector remains difficult due to the enemy’s systematic attacks on logistics routes. 1 798 1 Previously in trend: Fighting in the Sloviansk direction

Russia is transferring equipment from the Berdiansk direction to the north of Donetsk Oblast Russians are transporting equipment en masse from Berdiansk direction to north of Donetsk Oblast, – Andriushchenko. VIDEO+PHOTO During the "ceasefire", Russian occupiers are moving large quantities of military equipment from the Berdiansk area to the north of Donetsk Oblast. 5 557 10 Previously in trend: Situation in the Donetsk region

Kramatorsk after the shelling Russian forces struck Kramatorsk with KABs: at least 10 wounded, damage reported. VIDEO At least 10 people have been injured as a result of today’s shelling of Kramatorsk in the Donetsk region. 2 672 18 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region Shelling of Kramatorsk

25 km of anti-drone defences are being built along key routes in Donetsk Oblast Anti-drone protection is being reinforced in Donetsk region – more than 25 km of shelters are being built. VIDEO The deployment of anti-drone protection is underway in the Donetsk region on strategically important logistics routes. 1 421 0 Previously in trend: Anti-drone protection

Destruction of a Russian air defence system Enemy Tor-M1 air defence system shot down two Ukrainian drones but was destroyed by third. VIDEO A video has been released online showing the successful destruction of one of the enemy’s most dangerous air defence assets – the Tor-M1 anti-aircraft missile system. The operation was carried out by pilots from the 1st Separate Unmanned Systems Centre of the Unmanned Systems Forces (USF). This... 10 927 17 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Fighters from the SIGNUM battalion shot down 9 reconnaissance UAVs in the Lyman region SIGNUM battalion drone operators struck Knyaz Veshchiy Oleg, Zala and Supercam UAVs in Lyman district. VIDEO Drone operators from the SIGNUM battalion of the 53rd Separate Mechanised Brigade shot down nine Russian UAVs in the Lyman district. 1 755 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian drones Hostilities in Lyman sector Drone operators

The occupiers are destroying the city City that barely exists: "Khyzhak" unit showed neighbourhoods of Kostiantynivka burnt down by Russians. VIDEO Shocking aerial reconnaissance footage has been released online, showing the scale of the devastation in the city of Kostiantynivka in the Donetsk region. The video, filmed by pilots from the ‘Khyzhak’ brigade attached to the Patrol Police Department, shows the city being systematically... 4 877 12 Previously in trend: War crimes of Russia

Fighters of the 7th Airborne Corps continue to destroy the occupiers in the Pokrovsk direction Combat actions on Pokrovsk front: enemy moves up artillery, small-arms clashes ongoing in Hryshyne – 7th Air Assault Corps. VIDEO Russian forces, seeking to intensify their offensive in the Pokrovsk agglomeration, are increasing the amount of long-range artillery in the area of responsibility of the Air Assault Forces’ 7th Rapid Response Corps. 1 817 4 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Drone operators

Soldiers of the 60th Brigade destroyed the occupiers’ logistics hub in the Lyman direction "Fatum" drone operators from 60th Separate Mechanised Brigade destroyed logistics hub and ammunition depot in Lyman sector. VIDEO Operators of "Fatum" drones from the Unmanned Systems Battalion of the 60th Separate Mechanised Brigade, part of the Third Army Corps, have identified and destroyed an enemy logistics hub in the Lyman sector. 1 898 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Hostilities in Lyman sector Drone operators Strikes on Russian logistics

Soldiers of the 66th Brigade have eliminated more than 25,000 occupiers since 2022 Since September 2022, soldiers of 66th Separate Mechanised Brigade have eliminated over 25,000 occupiers in their area of responsibility. VIDEO Units of the 66th Separate Mechanised Brigade named after Prince Mstyslav the Brave have eliminated over 25,000 Russian troops whilst carrying out operations in the Lyman sector. 1 687 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Hostilities in Lyman sector Drone operators Repelling assault

Soldiers of the 414th Brigade destroyed columns of occupiers with their equipment Scrapyard of destroyed motorcycles, quad bikes and cars: "Madyar Birds" drone operators smashed Russian convoys. VIDEO Footage has been released online showing enemy equipment destroyed in the Pokrovsk area of the Donetsk region. 9 831 6 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Drone operators

The Azov Brigade extinguished a fire in a private house using a ground robot to avoid putting its fighters at risk Fighters from Azov Brigade used UGV for first time to extinguish fire following attack near Kramatorsk. VIDEO Ukrainian defenders from the Azov Brigade were the first in the Ukrainian Defence Forces to use an unmanned ground vehicle to extinguish a fire. 3 270 0 Previously in trend: Chornobyl fire Attack of drones Shelling of Kramatorsk Azov Brigade robotic ground complex

Soldiers from the 79th Brigade have released footage of the destroyed settlement of Shevchenko, 10 km from Pokrovsk Fighter of 79th Brigade shows footage of frontline settlement of Shevchenko, 10 km north of Pokrovsk. VIDEO Fighters of the 79th Separate Tavriia Air Assault Brigade of the 7th Rapid Response Corps of the Air Assault Forces, during a combat mission, showed the empty streets and destroyed houses of the settlement of Shevchenko, 10 km north of Pokrovsk. 3 519 2 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Pilots from the 25th Brigade used drones to neutralise the occupiers at a checkpoint near Pokrovsk Paratroopers from 25th Brigade flew in with drones and eliminated occupiers at checkpoint near Pokrovsk. VIDEO Drone operators from the 25th Separate Sicheslav Airborne Brigade of the 7th Rapid Response Corps of the Air Assault Forces struck occupiers at a checkpoint on the way out of Pokrovsk. 3 480 4 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Elimination of Russian occupiers Drone operators

Fighters from the 53rd Brigade of the SIGNUM Battalion struck enemy personnel in the forests of the Lyman region SIGNUM battalion eliminated 5 occupiers and number of shelters in Lyman direction. VIDEO Operators of unmanned aerial systems from the SIGNUM battalion of the 53rd Separate Mechanised Brigade carried out a series of strikes on enemy positions in the Lyman direction. 1 943 2 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Hostilities in Lyman sector Drone operators

occupier after the drone strike Russian invader in Hryshyne blown in half after attack by Ukrainian kamikaze drone. VIDEO (18+) Ukrainian operators of attack drones have released footage showing the elimination of enemy personnel in the village of Hryshyne. This was reported by Censor.NET. 10 787 32

occupiers on motorbikes Largest Russian motorised assault in Sloviansk direction since start of year has been repelled, – 81st Airborne Brigade. VIDEO The 81st Mechanised Brigade of the 7th Corps of the Airborne Assault Forces, together with neighbouring units, repelled the largest Russian motorised assault on the Sloviansk sector since the start of the year. 8 222 11 Previously in trend: Fighting in the Sloviansk direction

Soldiers of the 66th Brigade destroyed an occupiers’ drone that was attempting to strike a Ukrainian UGV Professional manoeuvre by operator of 66th SMB’s UGV saved system from being hit by enemy FPV drone. VIDEO In the Lyman sector, Russian forces are attempting to disrupt the logistics of Ukrainian units, in particular by attacking ground-based robotic systems. 4 496 3 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian drones Hostilities in Lyman sector robotic ground complex

Fighters from the 53rd Brigade’s SIGNUM Battalion struck 8 occupiers in the forests of the Lyman region Pilots from SIGNUM battalion eliminated 8 occupiers and destroyed enemy ambush in forests of Lyman region. VIDEO Drone operators from the SIGNUM battalion of the 53rd Separate Mechanised Brigade eliminated eight invaders during combat sorties. 3 315 2 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Hostilities in Lyman sector Drone operators

Soldiers of the 66th Brigade struck a concentration of occupiers in the Lyman direction Pilots of 66th Separate Mechanised Brigade strike hideout with occupiers inside using drones. VIDEO In the Lyman direction, the enemy tried to find a safe location to mass its forces and build up its presence near the front line. 2 521 2 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Hostilities in Lyman sector Drone operators

Soldiers of the 7th Airborne Corps eliminated nearly 2,000 occupiers in March Soldiers of 7th Airborne Corps eliminated and wounded 1,830 occupiers in March. VIDEO In March, units of the Unmanned Systems Forces, part of the 7th Rapid Reaction Corps of the Airborne Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, inflicted significant losses on Russian troops in the Pokrovsk direction, thwarting a series of enemy attacks. 1 435 0 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Drone operators

A soldier from the 25th Brigade eliminated an occupier in the Pokrovsk direction Soldier from 25th Brigade struck occupier in head with payload dropped from "Baba Yaga" drone. VIDEO A soldier from the 25th Sicheslav Airborne Assault Brigade eliminated an invader in the Pokrovsk direction. 6 015 11 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Elimination of Russian occupiers Drone operators

Fighters from the SIGNUM battalion eliminated 59 Russian invaders in the forests of the Lyman region 59 ruscists eliminated in forests of Lyman district: combat operations by drone operators of SIGNUM battalion. VIDEO Pilots from the SIGNUM battalion of the 53rd Separate Mechanised Brigade struck enemy personnel during combat sorties in the Lyman sector, eliminating a significant number of invaders. 6 678 9 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Hostilities in Lyman sector Drone operators

The enemy continues to attempt infiltration in the Sloviansk direction Enemy continues infiltration attempts in Sloviansk direction – 81st Separate Airmobile Brigade. VIDEO Russian forces continue attempts to infiltrate in the Sloviansk direction, using the cover of night, drones, and camouflage to advance toward the positions of Ukraine’s Defense Forces. 2 560 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Drone operators Fighting in the Sloviansk direction

Russian forces have damaged the only maternity hospital in Donetsk Oblast, located in Sloviansk Russian forces struck Sloviansk with KABs: region’s only maternity hospital has been damaged. VIDEO Russian occupiers struck Sloviansk in the Donetsk region with KAB bombs, damaging the region’s only maternity hospital. 1 292 5 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

A drone approaches a Russian soldier Kamikaze drone eliminated several occupiers who had taken cover in the remains of a large-diameter pipe. VIDEO Operators of attack UAVs from the 12th Special Forces Brigade "Azov" of the National Guard of Ukraine demonstrated exceptional technical proficiency by carrying out a complex strike against enemy infantry. This was reported by Censor.NET. 2 590 5 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Fighters from the SIGNUM battalion eliminated enemy personnel and destroyed the occupiers’ logistical equipment SIGNUM Battalion destroyed five vehicles and Russian infantrymen in Lyman sector. VIDEO In the Lyman sector, fighters from the "SIGNUM" battalion of the 53rd Separate Mechanised Brigade conducted a sweep of wooded terrain, detecting enemy equipment and personnel and striking them with drones. 3 107 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Hostilities in Lyman sector Drone operators

In the Pokrovsk direction, units of the 46th Brigade struck the occupiers, enemy drones, transport and shelters Drone operators from 46th AAF struck Russian military equipment and drones in Pokrovsk direction. VIDEO In the Pokrovsk sector, units of the 46th Separate Airborne Brigade carried out a series of strikes on Russian military positions, hitting enemy personnel, drones, vehicles and shelters. 2 302 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Destruction of Russian drones

Druzhkivka is under constant shelling Druzhkivka is located 13 km from front line and is under constant shelling: city is without electricity and gas. VIDEO Druzhkivka, a town on the front line in the Donetsk region, is constantly affected by hostilities due to its proximity to the front line, which makes life extremely difficult for the civilian population. 2 541 5 Previously in trend: Fightings in Kramatorsk direction

Soldiers of the 25th Airborne Brigade struck 16 Russian reconnaissance drones overnight in the Pokrovsk district Crew of 25th Air Assault Brigade shot down 16 Russian reconnaissance drones overnight in Pokrovsk direction. VIDEO Ukrainian air defense units continue countering enemy UAVs, particularly in the Pokrovsk direction, where a number of enemy reconnaissance drones were destroyed overnight. 1 618 2 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Destruction of Russian drones Drone operators

Phoenix unit hits Russian armor and logistics in Donetsk Pilots of "Phoenix" USF unit hit tank, "Grad" MLRS, and occupiers’ logistics in Donetsk region. VIDEO Pilots from the "Phoenix" Unmanned Systems Forces (USF) grouping of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine carried out a series of strikes on Russian military equipment in the Donetsk direction, hitting a number of enemy combat and logistical targets. 1 884 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Situation in the Donetsk region Drone operators robotic ground complex

A soldier shoots through a cellar during a clearance operation Counterattack on Bakhmut-Sloviansk road: assault troops from "Skelia" regiment cleared Minkivka and eliminated 40 occupiers. VIDEO Assault troops from the "Skelia" regiment carried out a successful operation to clear the village of Minkivka, located on the strategically important Bakhmut–Sloviansk road. Establishing control over this village was of critical importance, as it was from here that the enemy planned to advance... 7 799 3 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Defence Forces soldiers in the Third Army Corps sector repelled an assault by the occupiers in Donetsk Oblast Soldiers of 2nd Battalion and 125th SHMB thwarted Russian Federation’s offensive in Donetsk Oblast. VIDEO On 19 March, Russian forces—including units of the 1st Tank Army, as well as the 20th and 25th Combined Arms Armies—launched a large-scale attempt to break through, deploying a significant number of armoured and wheeled vehicles in the area of responsibility of the 3rd Army Corps in the Donetsk... 3 750 3 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Situation in the Donetsk region Drone operators Repelling assault

Soldiers of the 66th Mechanised Brigade repelled an assault in the Lyman direction Failure of Russia’s large-scale assault in Lyman direction: combat work of fighters of 66th Separate Mechanized Brigade. VIDEO A large-scale assault by Russian forces in the Lyman direction ended in complete failure. 5 376 3 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Hostilities in Lyman sector Drone operators Repelling assault

SSU fighters destroyed a number of the occupiers’ vehicles in the Donetsk and Luhansk sectors Combat task force of SSU Main Directorate destroyed at least 23 enemy assets in Donetsk region: artillery, EW and radar. VIDEO The combat task force of the SSU (Security Service of Ukraine) Main Directorate in Donetsk and Luhansk regions is effectively destroying enemy targets on the eastern front. 1 763 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Situation in the Donetsk and Luhansk regions Drone operators UAV attacks on Donetsk region SSU special operation

Drone attacks Russian armoured vehicle Minus Tor-M1, Tunguska and Nebo-U radar: effective strikes on enemy air defense and rear bases. VIDEO Systematic destruction of Russian air defense systems continues in the Bryansk region. 2 134 4 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Footage from Kostiantynivka, which is under daily attack by Russian occupiers. Kostiantynivka under daily attacks by occupiers: once thriving city, now not single building remains intact – footage from 24th Mechanised Brigade. VIDEO Ukrainian defenders have released footage from Kostiantynivka, which is under daily attack by Russian occupiers. 2 475 4 Previously in trend: Strikes on Kostiantynivka Kostiantynivka direction

Fighting for Lyman Russia’s large-scale offensive in Lyman-Borivka direction has ended in failure. Third Corps has thwarted enemy’s plans. VIDEO On 19 March, Russian forces launched their largest-scale attempt to break through on the Lyman-Borivka front. The Russians deployed units from the 1st Tank Army and the 20th Combined Arms Army, but the enemy began to suffer casualties before reaching the Lyman-Borivka line. 6 619 13

Russian equipment is on fire Massive assault failed: 20 enemy vehicles and half hundred occupiers destroyed near Lyman. VIDEO The Ukrainian Defence Forces have repelled a large-scale offensive by Russian invaders in the Lyman sector. As a result of coordinated actions by several units, the enemy suffered significant losses in personnel and armoured vehicles. 15 134 13 Previously in trend: Hostilities in Lyman sector

Soldiers of the 93rd Brigade repelled an assault by the occupiers in the Kostyantynivka sector Soldiers of 93rd Brigade halted enemy’s assault in Kostiantynivka sector. VIDEO Soldiers from the 93rd Separate Mechanised Brigade "Kholodny Yar" have released footage of their combat operations on the south-western approaches to Kostiantynivka in the Donetsk region. 7 629 3 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Repelling assault Kostiantynivka direction

Azov fighters have released footage from one of the sectors within the corps’ area of responsibility Dozens of occupiers eliminated: combat operations by National Guard’s "Azov" units in Dobropillia sector. VIDEO The video captures the results of combat operations carried out by units of the Ukrainian Defence Forces within the area of responsibility of the 1st Corps of the National Guard of Ukraine "Azov" in the Dobropillia sector. 5 840 5 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers Drone operators Situation in Dobropillia direction

SOF strike on Donetsk Base of "Rubicon" unit in Donetsk and enemy depots in Vilne have been struck, – SOF. VIDEO Special Operations Forces carried out a series of 'Middle Strike' strikes against enemy targets in occupied Donetsk Oblast on the night of 18 March. 5 247 9 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Destruction of Russian forces near Hryshyne Defence forces have halted enemy assaults involving motorised vehicles near Pokrovsk and Hryshyne, – Operational Command "East". VIDEO Russian forces are attempting to take full control of Pokrovsk and Myrnohrad. Units of the Ukrainian Defence Forces are holding their positions on the northern outskirts of these towns. 2 691 3 Previously in trend: Russian assault on Pokrovsk direction

one-legged Russian Occupier films aftermath of Ukrainian drone strike on "bukhanka" equipped with EW: "One had his leg blown off. Another – his neck". VIDEO 18+ A video has been published online showing a Russian occupier demonstrating the aftermath of an attack by a Ukrainian FPV drone on a UAZ vehicle ("Bukhanka") on a road in the Donetsk region. 14 200 34 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces