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 54th Brigade eliminated the occupier with a strike from a drone in the Siverskyi direction. Ukrainian drone operators from 54th Mechanised Brigade fried occupier in Siverskyi direction. VIDEO In the Siverskyi direction, fighters from the 54th Separate Mechanised Brigade showed footage of the occupiers being struck by a strike drone. 2 877 4 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Fighting on the Siversk direction Elimination of Russian occupiers Fighting in the Sіversk direction

combat operations in Donetsk region Operators of 8th SOF Regiment of Ukraine eliminated five Russian occupiers in Donetsk Oblast. VIDEO A unit of the 8th Regiment of the Special Operations Forces of Ukraine detected and eliminated a group of Russian soldiers while carrying out a mission in a forest area in Donetsk Oblast. 2 539 0

Soldiers of the Spartan special forces regiment eliminated 5 occupiers in the Pokrovsk direction Spartan National Guard special forces eliminate 5 occupiers with drones in Pokrovsk sector. VIDEO Special forces from the Spartan 3rd Operational Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine named after Colonel Petro Bolbochan have eliminated five Russian occupiers. 4 239 9 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Elimination of Russian occupiers

Soldiers of the 82nd Assault Brigade repelled the attack of the occupiers and eliminated them in Pokrovsk, Donetsk region. Paratroopers and drone operators of 82nd SAAB repel enemy assault in Pokrovsk. VIDEO Drone operators of the 82nd Separate Air Assault Bukovyna Brigade (SAAB) of the 8th Corps of the Air Assault Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine came to the aid of their infantry comrades in Pokrovsk, Donetsk region. 5 505 2 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers

Direct hit by an artillery shell on a Russian soldier Artillerymen of 63rd Brigade hit Russian soldier with shell from distance of 12 km in Lyman direction. VIDEO In the Lyman direction, the artillery unit of the 63rd Separate Mechanised Brigade demonstrated exceptional accuracy. A shell fired from a 2S1 Gvozdika self-propelled howitzer flew 12 kilometres and hit a Russian soldier moving along a tree line. 4 247 4

Destruction of enemy warehouse UAV warehouse of 9th SMRB in Donetsk and enemy fuel tanks in Luhansk Oblast destroyed, - SOF. VIDEO On the night of 8 December, Special Operations Forces units successfully struck enemy targets in the temporarily occupied territories of Donetsk and Luhansk regions with strike UAVs. 2 439 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Soldiers of the Third Army Corps destroyed the occupiers’ equipment and personnel in the Lyman region. Pilots of 3rd Army Corps destroy vehicle with Russian infantry in single drone strike. VIDEO Drone operators from the Third Army Corps of the FATUM unit of the 60th Separate Mechanised Brigade hit an enemy vehicle while it was moving, with Russian infantry inside. 5 456 4 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers Hostilities in Lyman sector

Occupiers strike civilian population of Kostyantynivka with attack drone, man injured In Kostiantynivka, Russian forces attacked man with drone who was returning home from his brother’s funeral. VIDEO In Kostiantynivka, Donetsk region, Russian forces struck a man with a drone as he was returning home from the funeral of his brother, who had been killed by a Russian drone. 3 186 6 Previously in trend: UAV attacks on Donetsk region

Mariupol base RF Russians have set up new military-police base in Mariupol, - Andriushchenko. VIDEO+PHOTOS Russian occupiers have set up a new military-police base in the temporarily occupied city of Mariupol. 2 461 5 Previously in trend: Occupation of Mariupol

Ukrainian defender shot down a Russian drone with a single shot from an assault rifle Defence Forces soldier shot down kamikaze drone over Kostiantynivka with a single shot from assault rifle. VIDEO A video has been published online showing a Ukrainian soldier shooting down a Russian kamikaze drone. 7 522 19 Previously in trend: Kostiantynivka direction

attack on an enemy reconnaissance drone Five Russian reconnaissance drones were destroyed by SIGNUM pilots in Lyman direction. VIDEO Pilots from the SIGNUM battalion have once again successfully carried out Russian aerial reconnaissance in the Lyman direction. 2 447 2 Previously in trend: Ukrainian Air defence

Special Operations Forces African among those eliminated: Special Operations Forces eliminate enemy group in Donetsk region. VIDEO Operators from the 8th regiment of Ukraine’s Special Operations Forces eliminate an enemy group in the village of Yarova in the Donetsk region, killing three Russian servicemen, including a fighter from Africa with the callsign Malik. 8 663 12 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupiers

Molniya-2 kamikaze drone explodes during launch from apartment Occupier hurls obscenities after failed Molniya-2 kamikaze drone launch. VIDEO A video has emerged online showing Russian troops launching a Molniya-2 kamikaze drone from an apartment in a high-rise building in the Donetsk sector. 9 041 28

Special Operations Forces soldiers eliminated a Russian soldier in the forests of the Donetsk region Ruscist plants grenades under himself: Special Operations Forces fighter eliminates him and escapes blast. VIDEO Special Operations Forces operators carried out a successful clearance operation in the forests of the Donetsk region. 5 656 12 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces interview with captured occupier

Soldiers of the 7th Corps of the Airborne Forces destroyed Russian equipment near Myrnohrad, which was stuck in anti-tank ditches. Paratroopers from 7th Air Assault Corps destroy Russian "turtle tanks" stuck in ditches near Myrnohrad. VIDEO Paratroopers from the 7th Corps of Ukraine’s Air Assault Forces finished off Russian "turtle tanks" near Myrnohrad using strike UAVs. 7 453 9 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Ukrainian drones on the roof of a farm Russian aerial reconnaissance officer stunned by number of Ukrainian sleeper drones on rooftop: "Holy f#ck, there are so many of them hanging there! F#cking hell!". VIDEO A video posted online shows a Russian aerial reconnaissance operator filming Ukrainian "sleeper drones" on the roof of a building. 23 644 12 Previously in trend: Production of drones Use of drones by Armed Forces of Ukraine

Destruction of two Russian motorcycle stormtroopers Kamikaze drones destroyed two occupiers on motorcycles who got tangled up in spent fibre optic cable. VIDEO Ukrainian kamikaze drone operators eliminated two occupiers whose motorcycles got tangled up in the remains of spent fibre optic cable. 7 584 7 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

SOF kills the enemy SOF eliminated enemy group in Donetsk direction: position regained, trophies and documents captured. VIDEO Special Operations Forces operators eliminated an enemy group in the Donetsk direction. 6 242 3 Previously in trend: Ukrainian special forces in Russian rear

Azov Brigade fighters destroyed a column of Russian equipment near Dobropillia Ukrainian Azov Corps troops rout Russian armoured columns near Dobropillia. VIDEO Footage showing Azov Corps fighters routing Russian armoured columns near Dobropillia has been posted online. 9 726 8 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Azov Brigade

SIGNUM battalion fighters eliminated seven occupiers who were hiding in corners and pretending to be dead. One hid under poncho, another played dead: SIGNUM battalion drone pilots eliminate occupiers. VIDEO Drone pilots from the SIGNUM battalion have eliminated seven occupiers in the Lyman direction. 3 612 3 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers Hostilities in Lyman sector

pecial Operations Forces clear industrial site in Pokrovsk sector Tactical group of 3rd Special Operations Forces Regiment clears industrial facility in Pokrovsk direction. VIDEO In the Pokrovsk direction, a tactical group of the 3rd Special Operations Forces (SOF) Regiment conducted combat operations at an industrial facility. 4 107 4 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Elimination of Russian occupiers

Occupiers in Pokrovsk were hit. Enemy stockpiles in Pokrovsk, ammunition depot in Biloiarivka, and fuel depot in Luhansk region were hit, - Special Operations Forces. VIDEO On the night of 1 December 2025, Special Operations Forces units successfully struck enemy targets in the Donetsk and Luhansk regions with strike UAVs. 2 446 0 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Ukrainian special forces in Russian rear

Destruction of Russian stormtroopers near Chasiv Yar In Chasiv Yar, fighters of the 24th Brigade destroyed Russian assault group of 38 occupiers. VIDEO Intense fighting continues in Chasiv Yar, Donetsk Oblast, to hold the city. Units of the 24th Separate Mechanised Brigade named after King Danylo have released footage of the results of another successful operation against Russian assault units. 6 760 5 Previously in trend: Battles for Chasiv Yar

Three dead, six wounded in enemy attacks in Donetsk region Consequences of enemy attacks in Donetsk region: 3 dead, 6 wounded, 57 houses damaged. VIDEO+PHOTOS Over the past day, Russian troops shelled the Kramatorsk, Pokrovsk and Bakhmut districts of Donetsk region. 804 3 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

Elimination of 7 occupiers by fighters of the 425th separate assault regiment in Pokrovsk Soldiers of 425th Skelia Regiment eliminate 7 Russian infantrymen in Pokrovsk. VIDEO Soldiers of the 425th Separate Assault Regiment Skelia have eliminated seven occupiers in Pokrovsk. 4 499 3 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Elimination of Russian occupiers

Battles for Pokrovsk There have been reports of enemy appearances near logistics corridors in Pokrovsk direction, - 7th Corps of Airborne Forces. VIDEO Despite the difficult situation, the Defence Forces continue to hold back the enemy's advance. Our soldiers are preparing to carry out tasks during the winter period. We are strengthening and properly equipping our positions. 2 439 2 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction "Threat of encirclement of Armed Forces of Ukraine in Pokrovsk direction

Stavky and Novoselivka have not been occupied: Statement by the Third Army Corps Russia has not occupied Stavky and Novoselivka in Donetsk Oblast, - 3rd AC. VIDEO Soldiers of the 3rd Army Corps denied information from the Russian Ministry of Defence about the alleged capture of Stavky and Novoselivka in Donetsk Oblast. 2 117 2

Fighters of the 12th Azov Brigade eliminated an occupier who was trying to hide in a building from a UAV at night. Azov’s night-time drone hunt: elimination of an occupier who tried to hide. VIDEO Drone operators from the 6th Battalion of the 12th Azov Brigade showed footage of the destruction of an occupier in the Kostiantynivka direction. 2 422 0 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers

Battles for Pokrovsk Defensive operation in Pokrovsk complicated by weather conditions, - 7th Airborne Corps. VIDEO Defence forces continue to hold back Russian troops along the entire line of combat engagement in the area of responsibility of the 7th Corps of the Airborne Forces. 3 285 13 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction

Fighters of the Third Army Corps conducted a raid to eliminate Russian soldiers in the Novoselivka area. Rapid response team of Third Army Corps conducted sweep of Novoselivka area. VIDEO A video was posted online showing how fighters from the Third Assault Brigade, part of the rapid response unit, arrived to reinforce the mopping-up operation in the Novoselivka area. 8 085 5 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers

A fighter shoots through a dugout during a mop-up operation. Assault troops from "Skelia" regiment eliminated group of occupiers during operation in Pokrovsk. VIDEO An active operation to search for and kill enemy forces is underway in Pokrovsk, carried out by assault troops from the Skelya regiment. 9 022 3 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Battles in Pokrovsk Ukrainian paratrooper eliminates two occupiers with small arms fire in Pokrovsk. VIDEO In Pokrovsk, a Ukrainian paratrooper, pretending to be one of them, lured two Russian occupiers towards his position and then took them out with small arms fire. 18 090 7 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction

Drone hits occupier in the back Drone hit occupier in back as he lay near fire. VIDEO In Pokrovsk, a kamikaze drone operator from the 25th Separate Airborne Brigade eliminated an occupier who was lying with his back to the fire. 5 744 10 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Destruction of occupiers in the Pokrovsk direction Occupiers and enemy equipment explode on remotely planted mines near Pokrovsk. VIDEO Ukrainian soldiers used remote mining to eliminate two occupiers and an enemy armoured repair and evacuation vehicle. 5 890 1 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers

Ukrainian drone operators hit a Russian soldier riding a motorcycle in the direction of Kostiantynivka Ukrainian drone eliminated occupier on motorcycle: "ghost rider" turned into torch. VIDEO Ukrainian UAVs of the 28th Separate Mechanised Brigade caught up with and destroyed an occupier on a motorcycle. 5 059 7 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers Kostiantynivka direction

Destruction of enemy ammunition depot Battle for Pokrovsk: long-range SOF drones take out enemy personnel and logistics. VIDEO During the night of 26 November, Special Operations Forces (SOF) units carried out successful fire strikes on enemy targets in the Donetsk region. 3 027 2 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Drone attacks Solntsepyok Ukrainian pilots destroyed Russian "Solntsepyok" heavy flamethrower system in Lyman direction. VIDEO Ukrainian defenders managed to destroy the TOS-1A "Solntsepyok" heavy flamethrower system. 5 018 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Training under fire Resident of Pokrovsk trains on treadmill despite fighting and shelling. VIDEO The operator of a Ukrainian drone filmed a resident of Pokrovsk who, taking advantage of a brief pause between Russian shelling and street fighting, continues to train on a treadmill right in the courtyard of one of the buildings. 10 093 38 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Shelling of Pokrovsk

SOF killed Russian SRG in Pokrovsk: video SOF eliminated Russian SRG in Pokrovsk: 4 Russian soldiers eliminated. VIDEO Special Operations Forces soldiers killed a Russian sabotage and reconnaissance group in Pokrovsk. 8 664 14 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Escalation in the Pokrovsk direction The enemy is pressing on Myrnohrad Enemy presses on Myrnohrad and seeks to cut overland connection with Pokrovsk – 7th Corps of Airborne Assault Troops. VIDEO The enemy is stepping up pressure on Myrnohrad in Donetsk region. 2 412 1 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Russian steps on a mine Hundreds of occupier fragments scatter in all directions after mine detonates. VIDEO In the Donetsk region, one of the occupiers was blown up by a landmine, and the explosion was so powerful that it literally tore the Russian assault soldier to pieces. 5 472 10 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Drone attacks Russian cannon Five Russian guns destroyed in Pokrovsk direction: 5th Assault Brigade is at work. VIDEO In the Pokrovsk direction, Ukrainian defenders continue to knock out enemy firepower, depriving Russian troops of the ability to conduct targeted shelling of our positions. 2 719 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

FAB-3000M54 strike on high-rise buildings in Myrnohrad Occupiers destroyed residential high-rise building in Myrnohrad with FAB-3000M54 aerial bomb. VIDEO In Myrnohrad, Donetsk region, Russian forces used an ultra-heavy FAB-3000M54 aerial bomb, striking a residential apartment building. 10 781 26 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Special operations forces hit targets in Donetsk Oblast in the battle for Pokrovsk SOF struck targets in Donetsk region in battle for Pokrovsk. VIDEO The Special Operations Forces struck targets in the Donetsk region during the battle for Pokrovsk. 3 646 2 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Special operations forces destroyed a sabotage and reconnaissance group of occupiers in a firefight Ukrainian special forces eliminated SRG of occupiers in forest in Lyman direction. VIDEO Ukrainian Special Operations Forces cleared the area of occupiers in the Lyman direction. 5 400 6 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers Hostilities in Lyman sector

Ukrainian SOF eliminate Russian sabotage group in Lyman direction 8th Separate Special Purpose Regiment operators eliminate three occupiers, seize their weapons: "Surrender, you bitches, f#ck!". VIDEO In the Lyman direction in Donetsk region, Ukraine’s Special Operations Forces (SOF) have successfully eliminated a Russian sabotage-and-reconnaissance group. 4 865 4 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Ukrainian defenders eliminated the occupiers in the Pokrovsk direction with accurate strikes. Ruscist mistakes drone for "one of theirs": combat work by Defense Forces. VIDEO A video has been published online showing the Defence Forces striking the occupiers in the Pokrovsk direction. 4 277 4 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Elimination of Russian occupiers

Artillerymen of the 28th Brigade eliminated at least 20 occupiers in the Kostyantynivka direction. Artillery of 28th SMB obliterated 20 occupiers in tree line. VIDEO Ukrainian defenders from the 28th Separate Mechanized Brigade (SMB) of the Armed Forces of Ukraine have released a video showing combat operations against occupiers near Kostyantynivka. 3 965 4 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers Kostiantynivka direction