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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Fighters from the 79th Airborne Assault Brigade destroyed the occupiers’ Grad MLRS near Myrnohrad Paratroopers from 79th Tavriia Brigade destroyed "Grad" MLRS with ammunition near Myrnohrad. VIDEO Operators of attack drones from the 79th Separate Airborne Assault 'Tavriia' Brigade of the 7th Rapid Reaction Corps of the Airborne Assault Forces destroyed a BM-21 'Grad' multiple launch rocket system near Myrnohrad. 3 726 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Drone operators

Fighters from the SIGNUM battalion struck a number of enemy vehicles and personnel in the Lyman sector SIGNUM drone operators destroy UGV, vehicles and Russian equipment hideout in Lyman direction. VIDEO In the Lyman direction, fighters of the SIGNUM battalion of the 53rd Separate Mechanized Brigade struck enemy equipment and personnel. 2 436 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Hostilities in Lyman sector Drone operators robotic ground complex

Two soldiers spent a year surrounded in Donetsk Oblast Fighters from Skelia unit withdraw two soldiers from position after year in encirclement in Kramatorsk direction. VIDEO Soldiers from the 425th Separate Assault Regiment "Skelia" have withdrawn two servicemen from the 30th Brigade from their position; the pair had spent a year effectively surrounded in the Kramatorsk direction of the Donetsk region. 8 837 24 Previously in trend: Fightings in Kramatorsk direction Ukrainian Armed Forces soldiers withdraw from positions

Spartan National Guard fighters destroyed three of the occupiers’ tanks in the Pokrovsk direction Drone operators of NGU’s Spartan brigade smashed 3 Russian tanks to pieces in Pokrovsk direction. VIDEO Ukrainian troops from the Spartan brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine destroyed Russian tanks in the Pokrovsk direction. 4 489 5 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Drone operators

Defence forces struck the occupiers’ equipment in the Kostyantynivka sector UAV units of 28th Separate Mechanised Brigade destroyed 27 pieces of occupiers’ equipment on approaches to Kostiantynivka. VIDEO Intense fighting is ongoing on the approaches to Kostiantynivka. Russian troops are trying to break through to the city and establish logistical routes for a further offensive. 2 861 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Drone operators robotic ground complex Kostiantynivka direction

strike on an MTLB Attempted Russian breakthrough in Sloviansk direction: Ukrainian paratroopers destroyed MT-LB and enemy assault groups, – 81st Airborne Brigade. VIDEO In the Sloviansk sector, Russian forces made an unsuccessful attempt to breach the defences of units from the 81st Airborne Brigade, deploying a "burned-out" MTLB, four motorcycles and several small enemy groups. 3 925 3 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Fighting in the Sloviansk direction

Elimination of an occupier in close combat SOF fighters eliminate occupier in close combat near Pokrovsk: "Who are you?", - "We are AFU!". VIDEO Operatives from the 144th Special Operations Centre successfully carried out an operation to clear a building occupied by the enemy in the Pokrovsk direction. According to Censor.NET, the special operation took place in the winter of 2025 and was carried out by the "Jägermeister" group. 13 926 14 Previously in trend: Close-quarters combat Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

occupiers eliminated in the Pokrovsk direction Occupier films destroyed convoy of his accomplices: "F#ck if I know – this is f#cked up. Here’s one body, here’s the second, the third". VIDEO A video has been published online showing a Russian occupier documenting the damage inflicted by fire on a column of his own units near Malynivka in the Pokrovsk direction. According to Censor.NET, the footage shows significant enemy losses in terms of personnel and equipment. 16 071 45 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Riflemen become paratroopers: the 68th Brigade has changed its chain of command Russia is preparing for offensive in Sloviansk direction, – 81st Airborne Brigade. VIDEO The 81st Airborne Brigade of the 7th Corps of the Airborne Forces is thwarting the enemy’s plans in the Sloviansk direction. In particular, crossing points, artillery positions and enemy infantry have been destroyed. 2 364 5 Previously in trend: Fighting in the Sloviansk direction

Battle in the trenches near Pokrovsk Close combat between Ukrainian soldier and two occupiers near Pokrovsk. VIDEO An example of extraordinary courage and professionalism on the part of a Ukrainian infantryman was recorded in the Pokrovsk direction. According to Censor.NET, one Defence Forces soldier managed to hold his position under pressure from an assault pair of occupiers in close combat. 15 757 10 Previously in trend: Close-quarters combat

SIGNUM battalion drones destroyed 5 cannons and Grad multiple rocket launchers belonging to the occupiers in the Lyman region. Minus Grad MLRS and 5 cannons: drones of SIGNUM battalion crushed occupiers’ artillery. VIDEO Soldiers from the SIGNUM battalion of the 53rd Separate Mechanised Brigade detected and destroyed Russian occupiers' artillery in the Lyman direction. 2 067 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Hostilities in Lyman sector Drone operators

Russian soldier in a bayonet attack near Udachne Occupier with fixed bayonet enters duel with Ukrainian drone. VIDEO In the Donetsk region, a Russian infantryman decided to challenge modern technology by trying to fend off a Ukrainian FPV drone with a bayonet. As Censor.NET reports, this uneven duel took place near the village of Udachne and ended in an entirely predictable fiasco for the invader. 10 314 26 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

destruction of Russian warehouses and equipment Enemy S-300 and S-400 systems left without "eyes": radar station in Sevastopol and arsenal in Donetsk region hit. VIDEO Middle-strike units of the Special Operations Forces struck enemy arsenals in occupied Donetsk Oblast, a radar station in occupied Sevastopol, a reconnaissance UAV depot, and an enemy MTZ depot in Zaporizhzhia. 2 975 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Explosions in Crimea

Strike on Selydove Enemy command posts in Selydove destroyed, - 7th Corps of Airborne Assault Troops. VIDEO The 7th Rapid Response Corps of the Airborne Assault Forces, together with the Unmanned Systems Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, carried out a successful operation to destroy enemy command posts and deployment sites in Selydove. 2 187 1

Border guards destroyed the occupiers’ equipment and personnel in the Pokrovsk direction Minus 33 occupiers and 4 pieces of equipment: fighters of "Pomsta" brigade struck in Pokrovsk direction. VIDEO Border guards from the "Phoenix" unit of the "Pomsta" brigade struck ruscists and equipment in the Pokrovsk direction. 4 391 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Drone operators

SSO fighters hit a number of military targets in Donetsk region SOF drones destroyed fuel base in Makiivka and EW system in Donetsk. VIDEO Special Operations Forces (SOF) carried out a series of strikes on Russian military facilities in temporarily occupied Makiivka and Donetsk. 2 740 3 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Drone operators

Drone attacks a truck near Donetsk Ukrainian drones hit two occupiers’ vehicles 50 km from front line near Donetsk. VIDEO The Ukrainian Armed Forces continue to demonstrate their ability to hit enemy targets at a considerable distance from the active combat zone. According to Censor.NET, footage of a successful attack by Ukrainian drones on Russian military equipment near occupied Donetsk has been published online. 5 951 13 Previously in trend: Drone industry

Ukrainian soldier Infantrymen of "Pomsta" held defence in Lyman direction for 140 days. Soldiers Lapa and Malyi spoke about their survival tactics. VIDEO Infantrymen from the "Silver Trio" unit of the "Pomsta" Brigade had been holding their defence in the Lyman direction for 140 days. During this time, they endured shelling, FPV drone strikes and fought battles with the enemy. 4 024 6 Previously in trend: Hostilities in Lyman sector

Russian drone in ambush SSU ground robot destroyed two occupiers and two enemy ambush drones in Donetsk Oblast. VIDEO Special forces of the Security Service of Ukraine demonstrated the effectiveness of ground robotic systems (GRS) in real combat. According to Censor.NET, Disney Squad fighters used a remotely controlled platform to eliminate enemy personnel and equipment in one of the areas of the Donetsk direction. 7 733 19 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian drones

Border guards hit the occupiers’ cannon and dugout in the Lyman direction Drone from "Silver Trio" unit hit barrel of enemy gun with precision. VIDEO Drone operators from the "Silver Trio" border unit of the "Pomsta" brigade hit an enemy gun and dugout in the Lyman direction. 4 520 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Hostilities in Lyman sector Drone operators

The enemy has advanced into Hryshyne Significant part of Hryshyne has been destroyed, intense fighting continues, - 7th Corps of Airborne Forces. VIDEO Intense fighting continues in the area of the village of Hryshyne, northwest of Pokrovske. The enemy continues to attempt infiltration in small groups and is trying to advance from the eastern part of the village to the central part. 1 906 1 Previously in trend: Russian assault on Pokrovsk direction Situation in the Pokrovsk direction

Zelenskyy visited Donetsk region Zelenskyy arrives in Donetsk region: Russians are not giving up on war and are preparing offensive for spring. VIDEO President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in the Donetsk region on Friday, 6 March, and thanked Ukrainian defenders for protecting it. 5 161 58 Previously in trend: Situation at front Fighting in the east

elimination of mercenaries Ukrainian drones chased African mercenary of Russian army to death in copse. VIDEO A video showing the successful work of Ukrainian unmanned systems operators against a mercenary of the Russian army has been published online. As reported by Censor.NET, drone footage captured the elimination of an African man who arrived to fight against Ukraine as part of the Russian army. 7 945 25 Previously in trend: African mercenaries of Russian army

SOF special forces disabled the occupiers’ strategic facilities SOF destroyed S-400 air defense systems in Crimea and occupier warehouses in Donetsk region Front-strike SOF units carried out a series of precision strikes on TOT: the S-400 base in Orlivka, three fuel depots, and an enemy repair facility were destroyed. 5 068 8 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

SBU unit destroys Russian EW systems and artillery in Donetsk Operational combat group of SSU Main Directorate destroyed Groza, Silok and Pole-21M EW systems. VIDEO The operational combat group of the Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) Main Directorate in Donetsk and Luhansk regions continues to eliminate enemy forces in eastern Ukraine. 2 310 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Drone operators SSU special operation

125th Brigade drones hit tanks and ruscists in Lyman direction Drones of 125th SHMB destroyed tanks, vehicle and UGV and eliminated occupiers in pipe in Lyman direction. VIDEO Drone operators from the 125th Separate Heavy Mechanized Brigade (SHMB) of the Third Army Corps struck logistical and fire support equipment, as well as ruscist personnel, in the Lyman direction. 2 700 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Hostilities in Lyman sector Drone operators

The drone flew into the car Moment of arrival of Ukrainian drone and explosion of enemy vehicle. VIDEO Russian invaders continue to become the operators of their own demise. According to Censor.NET, a unique video filmed by an occupier in the Donetsk region has appeared online. The footage captures the last seconds before the destruction of the enemy logistics transport. 10 266 9 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Border guards of the Phoenix unit hit the occupiers’ armoured vehicles in the Toretsk direction. Phoenix border guards used FPV drone to strike armoured personnel carrier with occupier who was firing while standing on armour. VIDEO Border guards from the Phoenix unit struck enemy armoured vehicles and logistics in the Toretsk direction with FPV drones. 5 461 4 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Hostilities in Toretsk sector Fighting in the Toretsk direction Drone operators

In February, fighters of the 7th Corps of the Airborne Forces destroyed 38 guns, compared to only 25 in January in the Pokrovsk direction. In sector of 7th Air Assault Corps, effectiveness of counter-battery warfare increased by more than 50%. VIDEO The effectiveness of counter-battery warfare in the sector of the 7th Air Assault Corps rapid response force has increased by more than 50%. 2 423 4 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Drone operators

Dogs eat the body of an occupier Dog digs its paws into ice and slides, trying to tear off piece of eliminated occupier’s arm with its teeth. VIDEO 18+ The Russian command continues to throw its soldiers to the slaughter, without even attempting to evacuate the bodies of the dead. As reported by Censor.NET, shocking footage from the Lyman direction has appeared online, showing stray animals feeding on the remains of an occupier. 10 043 23 Previously in trend: Animals in combat zone

Soldiers of the 414th Brigade "Madiar’s Birds" eliminated 75 occupiers in the Pokrovsk direction. Drones of 414th Brigade "Madyar Birds" tore through 75 occupiers in Pokrovsk direction. VIDEO Ukrainian FPV drones from the 414th Brigade "Madjar Birds" eliminated 75 Russian occupiers in the Donetsk region. 5 900 11 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Elimination of Russian occupiers Drone operators

Russian targets hit S-300 air defence radar stations, logistics facilities and areas where Russian forces are concentrated have been hit, - General Staff. VIDEO As part of the ongoing reduction of the Russian aggressor's combat potential, units of the Ukrainian Defence Forces continue to strike important military targets of the enemy. 2 404 3

Madyar’s birds The unmanned systems forces struck a radar station and air defence system near Mariupol. On night of 1 March, USF "Madyar Birds" destroyed "Imbir" radar station and "S-300V" air defence system near Mariupol. VIDEO On the night of 1 March, operators of the Unmanned Systems Forces struck enemy air defence elements near Mariupol - the Imbir radar station and the 9A84 launch and loading unit of the S-300V anti-aircraft missile system. 3 565 3 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Drone operators

Russian army shells Kostiantynivka with incendiary ammunition Occupiers are bombing Kostiantynivka with incendiary ammunition and deliberately killing city’s surviving residents. VIDEO Kostiantynivka in the Donetsk region is turning into a ghost town, which Russian terrorists are deliberately wiping off the face of the earth. According to Censor.NET, fighters from the 28th Separate Mechanised Brigade named after the Knights of the Winter Campaign have released footage... 6 183 18 Previously in trend: War crimes of Russia

Refugees from Kostiantynivka flee to Kramatorsk "I counted five bodies. All civilians": residents of Kostiantynivka flee to Kramatorsk under attack from Russian drones. VIDEO The road between Kostiantynivka and Kramatorsk has turned into yet another "road of death." According to Censor.NET, civilians trying to escape the shelling of the "Russian world" are becoming targets for precision strikes by Russian drones. 5 246 21 Previously in trend: War crimes of Russia

3rd SOF Regiment eliminates occupiers in Pokrovsk direction Special forces of 3rd SOF Regiment eliminate enemy group and evacuate AFU fighter with ground robot. VIDEO Special forces from the 3rd Regiment of the Special Operations Forces killed the occupiers and rescued a serviceman of Ukraine’s Armed Forces in the Pokrovsk direction. 4 752 5 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Close-quarters combat Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction robotic ground complex

Soldiers of the 53rd Brigade destroyed 39 pieces of enemy equipment in the Lyman direction. Minus 39 units of occupiers’ logistics equipment: FPV drones of SIGNUM battalion. VIDEO Ukrainian operators of fibre-optic FPV drones struck the occupiers' logistics equipment in the Lyman direction of the Donetsk region. 3 838 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Hostilities in Lyman sector Drone operators

Ground robot keeps two occupiers in its sights Ground drone of Armed Forces of Ukraine shot two occupiers near Pokrovsk with machine gun. VIDEO In the Pokrovsk direction, which remains the area of most intense fighting, Ukrainian defenders are increasingly replacing manpower on the front lines with robotic systems. According to Censor.NET, unique footage of real combat has appeared online, showing a ground drone eliminating enemy manpower. 9 774 58 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Unmanned technologies

Soldiers of the 28th Brigade struck the NRK, equipment and personnel of the occupiers in the Kostyantynivka direction. 28th Separate Mechanized Brigade warriors hit tank, MLRS and occupiers’ ground robots in Kostiantynivka direction. VIDEO Pilots of the 28th Separate Mechanized Brigade hit enemy equipment with kamikaze drones in the Kostiantynivka direction. 1 775 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Drone operators Kostiantynivka direction

Soldiers of the Phoenix unit struck the occupiers’ equipment and personnel in the Lyman direction. Drones of Phoenix unit destroyed ruscists’ BM-21 Grad in Lyman direction. VIDEO Border guards of the Phoenix unit destroyed an enemy BM-21 Grad in the Lyman direction. 2 172 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Hostilities in Lyman sector

Russian soldier holds a grenade in his hands on the battlefield Wounded occupier takes his own life on battlefield by placing grenade under his head. VIDEO 18+ Fierce battles in the Pokrovsk direction continue to demonstrate the true cost of Russian "meat assaults." As reported by Censor.NET, a reconnaissance drone recorded another instance of an invader's self-elimination who realized that there would be no evacuation. 7 677 26 Previously in trend: Occupiers’ suicide on battlefield

Drone attacks Russian armoured vehicle USF destroyed Uragan MLRS, Pantsir ADMGS, Buk SAM system, and occupiers’ radar in Donetsk region, Zaporizhzhia, and Crimea overnight. VIDEO The Unmanned Systems Forces (USF) of the Armed Forces of Ukraine created a real hell for the enemy on the night of February 24, 2026, symbolically marking another anniversary of the full-scale invasion. According to Censor.NET, as a result of coordinated strikes across the entire front line and... 2 245 10 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Fighters of the 414th USF Brigade hit two Tor air defence systems of the occupiers and one oil depot. USF drones strike oil depot in Luhansk and two more air defence systems in Donetsk and the Mariupol area. VIDEO On the night of 22 February 2026, pilots from the 6th Battalion of the 414th Separate Brigade, together with fighters from the 1st Separate Centre of Unmanned Systems Forces, detected and destroyed enemy air defence systems and an oil depot. 3 260 3 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Drone operators

Pilots of the SIGNUM battalion eliminated seven Russian soldiers in the Serebryansky Forest. Drones from SIGNUM battalion struck seven Russian soldiers during rotation and movement through Serebrianskyi Forest. VIDEO Pilots from the SIGNUM battalion of the 53rd separate mechanised brigade eliminated seven occupiers in the Serebrianskyi forest in the Lyman direction. 6 378 7 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Hostilities in Lyman sector Drone operators Fighting in the Serebrianskyi Forest

Drone attacks Russian motorised assault soldier Signum unit pilots destroyed hidden positions and ammunition depots of occupiers. VIDEO Ukrainian strike drone operators continue to systematically burn enemy reserves and logistics in the forest belts of Donetsk region. According to Censor.NET, pilots of the Signum unit demonstrated another series of precision strikes in the Lyman direction. 3 938 4 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Hostilities in Lyman sector

Drone attacks truck Record-breaking "Russian-killer" near Donetsk: "Phoenix" pilots burned down 12 pieces of enemy equipment from distance of over 50 km. VIDEO The Ukrainian Armed Forces' unmanned systems continue to demonstrate that there are no safe zones for the occupiers, even deep in the rear. According to Censor.NET, operators from the Main Department of Unmanned Aviation Systems (MD UAS) "Phoenix" staged a veritable rout of an enemy logistics... 16 383 20 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

General Staff on the destruction of Russian equipment S-300VM air defence missile system launcher, UAV control centres and concentrations of Russian forces and equipment were hit, - General Staff As part of ongoing measures to reduce the offensive capabilities of the Russian aggressor, units of the Defence Forces continue to strike important enemy targets on its territory and in the temporarily occupied territories (TOT) of Ukraine. 1 711 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Drone attacks Russian Osha air defence system Operators of Nemesis brigade struck Russian Osa air defence system in Donetsk region. VIDEO Unmanned systems forces continue to systematically destroy the occupiers' air defences, opening up the skies for Ukrainian aviation and drones. According to Censor.NET, pilots of the 412th Separate Brigade of Nemesis Unmanned Systems Forces delivered a precision strike onthe Osa anti-aircraft... 1 832 3 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment