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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Ukraine drone video: SIGNUM battalion destroys four guns near Lyman SIGNUM fiber-optic drones eliminate six occupiers and destroy four enemy guns near Lyman. VIDEO Pilots of the SIGNUM Battalion of the 53rd Separate Mechanised Brigade continue to demonstrate high effectiveness in using attack UAVs in the Lyman direction of the frontline in the Donetsk region. 1 982 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

The situation in the Pokrovsk direction as of 28 December Defence forces are holding their positions in Pokrovsk agglomeration and strengthening their forces in key directions. VIDEO Active combat operations continue in the Pokrovsk agglomeration, but the Ukrainian Defence Forces are confidently holding their positions and building up their forces to counter enemy pressure. 2 286 1 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

A resident of Pokrovsk In Pokrovsk, occupiers brutally dealt with family that stayed in city: man killed, woman raped. VIDEO In the city of Pokrovsk, Donetsk region, Russian occupiers brutally dealt with a family that had stayed in the city while waiting for the Russian army. The Russians tortured and then killed the man, and raped his wife. 41 248 230 Previously in trend: War crimes of Russia

Drone attacks Russian soldier SOF drone operators eliminate four Russian troops in Pokrovsk direction. VIDEO On the Pokrovsk front, drone systems operators from the POPRYVSE group of Ukraine’s Special Operations Forces 3rd Regiment successfully eliminated four Russian servicemen. 2 332 1 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

supermarket shooting in Donetsk In occupied Donetsk, man started shooting with automatic weapon in supermarket. VIDEO An armed incident occurred in a public place in the temporarily occupied city of Donetsk. 11 297 25 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas

DeepState Russians are making numerous attempts to gain foothold in Dronivka, - DeepState. VIDEO Drone operators with the 17th Special Purpose Center have released footage showing strikes on Russian occupiers in the village of Dronivka in the Donetsk region, near Siversk, Serebrianka and the Siverskyi Donets River. 2 946 2 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps

Russians destroyed Bilytske Ruins instead of life: war-torn city of Bilytske near Pokrovsk. VIDEO Footage has been published online showing the city of Bilytske in the Pokrovsk district, which suffered extensive damage as a result of the actions of Russian occupation forces. 3 572 4 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

drone warfare battle road Drone warfare in field of view of Ukrainian Armed Forces ground robotic complex camera in Donetsk Oblast. VIDEO Unique footage of drone warfare has appeared online, captured by a Ukrainian ground robotic complex moving towards combat positions in the Kostiantynivka direction in the Donetsk region. 9 142 14 Previously in trend: Drone industry

The Main Intelligence Directorate showed exclusive footage of the fighting in the Pokrovsk direction in November. Special operation of Main Intelligence Directorate in November: exclusive footage of battles in Pokrovsk direction. VIDEO The Defense Intelligence of Ukraine (HUR) has released footage of a special operation carried out in the Pokrovsk direction. 3 866 4 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

myrnohrad Russian troops have increased pressure on Myrnohrad due to failures near Pokrovsk, - Airborne Assault Brigade. VIDEO Russian occupation forces intensified their offensive operations in the Myrnohrad direction after failing to establish control over Pokrovsk. 1 447 2 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

The occupiers are trying to force the Siverskyi Donets River in the Bakhmut direction 81st Brigade strikes occupiers with drones as they attempt to force Siverskyi Donets River. VIDEO The 81st Separate Airborne Brigade of the Assault Troops of the Armed Forces of Ukraine notes that recently there have been increased attempts by Russians to cross the Siverskyi Donets River by boats in order to capture Serebrianka and Dronivka. 5 247 4 Previously in trend: Situation in the Donetsk and Luhansk regions

A Ukrainian soldier shot down an enemy kamikaze drone in the Donetsk direction with one accurate shot. Ukrainian soldier downs Russian kamikaze drone with single shot. VIDEO A video has surfaced online showing combat action by one of Ukraine’s defenders against a Russian UAV in the Donetsk direction. 5 187 20 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Situation in the Donetsk and Luhansk regions

Soldiers of the 28th Brigade repelled the occupiers’ assault near Ivanopil in the Kostyantynivka direction. Troops from 28th SMB repelled enemy assault and destroyed tanks in Kostiantynivka direction. VIDEO Ukrainian defenders from the 28th Separate Mechanized Brigade (SMB), named after the Knights of the Winter Campaign, together with adjacent units, repelled a Russian mechanized assault. 6 145 2 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers Repelling assault Kostiantynivka direction

Vampire drops ammunition on an armoured personnel carrier Ukrainian Vampire strike drone hit a Russian BTR-82A with troops near Dobropillia. VIDEO The Ukrainian Defence Forces have dealt another effective blow to Russian armoured vehicles in the Donetsk region. 5 756 0

Soldiers from the SIGNUM battalion hit an occupier on a motorbike who was travelling through a wooded area in the Lyman direction Occupier’s unsuccessful "stunt" on motorcycle blew him up on a drone: fighters of SIGNUM battalion. VIDEO Pilots from the SIGNUM battalion of the 53rd separate mechanised brigade destroyed a Russian occupier who was travelling along the road on a motorcycle. 6 637 10 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers Hostilities in Lyman sector

Defence forces repelled the occupiers’ assault in the Dobropillia direction Defense Forces repel assault, destroy Russian armored columns in Dobropillia direction. VIDEO In the Dobropillia direction, Russian naval infantry attempted an assault in order to break through Ukraine’s defensive line. 3 365 5 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers Repelling assault Situation in Dobropillia direction

Fighters of the 14th Special Forces Brigade filmed footage of an occupier’s unsuccessful attempt to cross barbed wire. Occupier gets tangled in barbed wire, falls and leaves his weapon in grass. VIDEO Fighters of the 14th Operational Assignment Brigade named after Ivan Bohun of the National Guard of Ukraine, "Chervona Kalyna," filmed with a drone how a Russian occupier got tangled in barbed wire. 3 802 4 Previously in trend: Situation in the Donetsk and Luhansk regions

Ukraine drone video shows BM-21 Grad hit with full rocket load near Myrnohrad 79th Brigade drones destroy occupiers’ Grad MLRS with full ammunition load in Donetsk region. VIDEO Strike drone operators of the combat unmanned system of the 79th Separate Air Assault Tavriia Brigade of the 7th Rapid Response Corps hit a BM-21 Grad multiple launch rocket system with a full load of missiles. 4 649 5 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Ukraine FPV drones down six Russian Mavic UAVs in Pokrovsk area Ukrainian FPV drones fitted with stick and rope loop catch Russian UAVs in mid-air. VIDEO In the Pokrovsk direction, Ukrainian military personnel continue to demonstrate high effectiveness in countering enemy UAVs, using non-standard but effective technical solutions. 10 080 18 Previously in trend: Unmanned technologies

Russian military technology Two Russian cavalry assaultmen attacked by drone operators from 92nd Brigade near Pokrovsk. VIDEO Operators of unmanned systems of the 5th Battalion of the 92nd Separate Assault Brigade attacked two Russian assaultmen near Pokrovsk. 8 476 20 Previously in trend: Animals in combat zone

Russia is trying to capture Serebrianka and Dronivka — the Armed Forces of Ukraine are holding their ground Extremely difficult situation near Siversk: fighting for Serebrianka continues, - 7th Corps of AAF. VIDEO Russian troops are attempting to transport personnel across the Siverskyi Donets River. Units of the 81st Brigade are successfully destroying boats along with the occupiers. 2 678 0 Previously in trend: Situation in the Donetsk region Fighting in the Serebrianskyi Forest

Fighters of the 7th Airborne Corps eliminated an occupier with a strike drone in the Donetsk direction. FPV drone "stuck" to occupier and blew him up: combat work of 7th Airborne Corps. VIDEO Pilots from the 7th Airborne Assault Corps showed footage of the elimination of an occupier with an FPV drone in the Donetsk direction. 6 050 13 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers

The Russians used about 20 drones against Ukrainian paratroopers in the Pokrovsk direction. 25th Airborne Brigade withstood attack of Russians: swarm of 20 drones in 2 minutes in Pokrovsk. VIDEO Russian troops continue their intense assault on Ukrainian defences in Pokrovsk. 7 656 14 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

The crew of a tank from the 24th Brigade showed footage of their work against the occupiers in a high-rise building in Chasiv Yar. T-72 tank of 24th Brigade destroyed a high-rise building with occupiers in Chasiv Yar. VIDEO Soldiers of the 24th Separate Mechanised Brigade showed episodes of their combat work as the crew of a T-72 tank against the occupiers in the Donetsk direction. 9 570 18 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Battles for Chasiv Yar Elimination of Russian occupiers Destruction of the occupiers’ firing positions

Chervona Kalyna fighters showed the destruction of occupiers near Pokrovsk Fighters of "Chervona Kalyna" brigade repelled 50 assault actions by occupiers in Pokrovsk direction in 24 hours. VIDEO In the Pokrovsk direction, the Defence Forces stopped 50 enemy assaults over the past day. 6 168 2 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Elimination of Russian occupiers

A video from a drone over the city of Toretsk, which was destroyed as a result of Russian aggression, has been published online. Chilling footage of destroyed Toretsk: consequences of "liberation" by Russian occupiers. VIDEO Disturbing footage from the city of Toretsk has been published online. The video shows what remains of the once 35,000-strong city in the Donetsk region. 5 970 20 Previously in trend: Russian agression

Soldiers hit a cluster of occupiers’ equipment near Pokrovsk Defence forces destroyed Russian equipment near Pokrovsk: air defence systems, tanks and armoured vehicles were destroyed. VIDEO The Lazar special unit of the Ukrainian National Guard demonstrated high efficiency during a strike on a concentration of enemy armoured vehicles in Donetsk Oblast. 6 499 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Ukraine war video: Lyman village blanketed in fiber-optic drone cables Lyman in Donetsk region blanketed in drone fiber-optic cables like spiderwebs. VIDEO The village of Lyman in Donetsk region is blanketed in fiber-optic cables left behind by drones. 7 539 62 Previously in trend: Hostilities in Lyman sector

Russians looting in Pokrovsk Three occupiers-looters run along apath and hide from Ukrainian drones: "Wait, Valia, there will be gifts. We have filled our backpacks in Pokrovsk.". VIDEO A video has been published online showing three occupiers-looters running away with looted goods in the grey zone on the outskirts of Pokrovsk, Donetsk region. 12 330 27 Previously in trend: Looting in Russian army

Soldiers of the SIGNUM battalion hit enemy equipment in the Liman region SIGNUM drone operators hit occupiers’ MT-LB with thrown track on road in Lyman direction. VIDEO UAV pilots from the SIGNUM battalion of the 53rd Separate Mechanized Brigade struck enemy equipment in the Lyman direction. 2 540 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Hostilities in Lyman sector

Destruction of a Russian sniper pair In Siversk direction, FPV drones destroyed two Russian snipers. VIDEO In the Siversk direction, Ukrainian troops destroyed a pair of Russian snipers who were attempting to set up an ambush near the positions of the Defence Forces. 6 862 6

destruction of Russian occupiers FPV drones of "Khyzhak" brigade destroyed group of Russian assault troops in Kostiantynivka direction. VIDEO In the Kostiantynivka direction, Ukrainian servicemen continue to inflict losses on Russian infantry units with the help of strike drones. 4 358 4 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Destruction of a Russian convoy Elimination of group of occupiers on 16 quad bikes in Dobropillia direction. VIDEO Thanks to the professional and prompt actions of the Ukrainian Defence Forces, another Russian offensive attempt was thwarted before it even reached Ukrainian positions. 8 660 18 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Soldiers of the 24th Brigade showed footage of the defence of the town of Chasiv Yar in Donetsk Oblast and the destroyed group of occupiers. Dozens of dead Russian assault troops scattered in Chasiv Yar: combat work of 24th Mechanised Brigade. VIDEO Soldiers of the 24th Separate Mechanised Brigade named after King Danylo, showed footage of their combat operations against a group of dozens of occupiers. 8 692 13 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Battles for Chasiv Yar Elimination of Russian occupiers Repelling assault

What is happening in Pokrovsk and Myrnohrad? Isolated cases of enemy infiltration on approaches to "upper" Myrnohrad being recorded, - AAF. VIDEO Defence forces are blocking attempts by the occupiers to advance towards Pokrovsk. Soldiers are continuing measures to stabilise and expand the logistics corridor to Myrnohrad. 2 247 2 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

The dynamics of the occupation of Donetsk Oblast In 3 years and 8 months, Russian Federation has captured 23% of Donetsk Oblast, - DeepState. VIDEO Over the past 3 years and 8 months (44 months or 1,350 days), the enemy has captured 23% of the Donetsk region, while 22.6% remains under the control of the Ukrainian Defence Forces. 3 120 11 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas Situation in the Donetsk region

Drone destroyed Russian Pieces of occupier scatter after direct hit by Ukrainian kamikaze drone. VIDEO On the Pokrovsk front, an FPV drone operator from the 110th Separate Mechanised Brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine eliminated a Russian occupier. 3 417 4 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Special forces of the Special Operations Forces hit targets in the temporarily occupied Crimea and Donetsk Special forces’ FP-2 drones hit train carrying fuel in Crimea and FPV training centre in Donetsk region. VIDEO On the night of 14 December, units of the Ukrainian Special Operations Forces struck targets of the Russian occupiers in the temporarily occupied territories of the Donetsk region and Crimea using FP-2 strike drones. 5 853 23 Previously in trend: Situation in the Donetsk and Luhansk regions Attacks on Crimea Explosions in Crimea

Special forces of the DIU carried out combat operations to destroy the enemy in November in the Pokrovsk direction. Special forces of Defence Intelligence carried out assault operations in Pokrovsk direction. VIDEO Fighters from the 6th Special Operations Unit of the Defence Intelligence demonstrated assault operations in the Pokrovsk direction. 8 373 6 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Elimination of Russian occupiers

Soldiers of the 214th Assault Brigade destroyed an enemy platoon in a field with strike drones. Defense forces rout occupiers’ column with equipment in Oleksandrivka direction. VIDEO Soldiers of the 214th Separate Assault Brigade inflicted fire damage on the enemy in the Oleksandrivka direction. 7 131 2 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers Fighting in the Oleksandrivka direction

Fighters of the Third Army Corps eliminated 50 occupiers in the Lyman region Pilots of Third Army Corps eliminated about 50 occupiers in Lyman district. VIDEO Soldiers of the Third Army Corps struck the occupying forces in the Lyman direction. 2 963 3 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers Hostilities in Lyman sector

SOF strike in Donetsk region Two enemy personnel gathering points and warehouses in the Pokrovsk direction were hit, - Special Operations Forces. VIDEO On the night of 12 December, Special Operations Forces units destroyed enemy targets in the Donetsk region using FP-2 strike UAVs. 3 015 4 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Close-range firefight in the Lyman direction Ukrainian assault troops eliminated seven occupiers in Lyman direction. VIDEO Ukrainian defenders destroyed a group of Russian infantrymen in close combat on the Lyman front. The video of the combat operation was released by soldiers of the 1st Mechanised Battalion of the 60th Separate Mechanised Brigade. 6 236 10 Previously in trend: Close-quarters combat

Shot from a tank gun Leopard 2A4 strikes Russian infantry positions in Pokrovsk area. VIDEO A Ukrainian Leopard 2A4 tank fired on Russian infantry positions in the Pokrovsk area of the Donetsk region. 7 681 11 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Destruction of Russian army convoy in Pokrovsk Ukrainian artillery destroyed column of Russian equipment and infantry in Pokrovsk direction. VIDEO In the Pokrovsk direction, Ukrainian artillerymen destroyed a column of enemy equipment with infantrymen. 11 587 14 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

destruction of Russian equipment Drones from "Dovbush’s Hornets" thwarted Russian armoured breakthrough in fog near Pokrovsk. VIDEO In the Pokrovsk sector, Russian units are attempting to use thick fog to conceal the movement of heavy armoured vehicles and gain a tactical advantage in the area. It was under these conditions that the enemy attempted a mechanised advance using armoured vehicles. 5 507 6 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Adjacent units of the Armed Forces of Ukraine repelled an assault by the occupiers in the Pokrovsk direction. Defence forces destroyed column of Russian troops and repelled assault in Hryshyne near Pokrovsk. VIDEO Russian troops attempted to storm the village of Hryshyne near Pokrovsk, but without success. 9 152 16 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Russian assault on Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Repelling assault

Occupier committed suicide by shooting himself in the head in Donetsk region Ruscist took his own life with rifle shot to head in Donetsk oblast. VIDEO Footage has been published online showing a Russian soldier filming his dead fellow soldier. 8 225 25 Previously in trend: Suicidal occupiers Situation in the Donetsk and Luhansk regions Occupiers’ suicide on battlefield