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The Donetsk region remains a focal point in the ongoing conflict, with recent reports highlighting significant military activities. Ukrainian forces continue their defensive operations, exemplified by the Skelia Regiment's airstrikes in Pokrovsk, while drone units like the 20th K-2 Brigade target Russian logistics lines. Simultaneously, tragic incidents mark the region, including the Russian airstrike that wounded civilians in Sloviansk. The Security Service of Ukraine is actively identifying aggressors involved in attacks on non-combatants, such as the missile strike on Reuters journalists. Russia's tactical advancements in areas like Rodynske demonstrate the complexity and intensity of the situation. As both sides engage in operations, the humanitarian impact on civilians, highlighted by events like the airstrike on Kramatorsk, remains a critical concern.

What is the current military situation in Donetsk region?

The Donetsk region experiences intense military engagements with both Ukrainian and Russian forces making strategic moves. Ukrainian defensive operations are challenging Russian advances, while multiple airstrikes and drone assaults target key military and logistics sites. The situation remains fluid, with humanitarian concerns mounting due to ongoing hostilities.

How have Ukrainian forces responded to Russian advances in Donetsk?

Ukrainian forces are employing a combination of airstrikes, drone operations, and ground defenses to counter Russian advances. Units such as the Skelia Regiment and drone operators are targeting Russian logistics and command centers to disrupt enemy strategies and protect Ukrainian territories.

What humanitarian challenges are being faced in Donetsk?

The humanitarian situation in Donetsk is dire, with frequent airstrikes causing civilian casualties and property damage. Efforts to evacuate vulnerable populations, including children, are ongoing. Civil infrastructure suffers regular damages, exacerbating living conditions for remaining residents.

What significant military interventions have occurred recently in Donetsk?

Recent military interventions include airstrikes by Ukrainian forces on Russian positions and drone attacks targeting logistics chains. Notably, operations by the Skelia Regiment and K-2 Brigade have inflicted significant disruptions on enemy supply routes and command structures.

How are international actors responding to the conflict in Donetsk?

International responses include condemnation of military aggression and calls for peace. Humanitarian assistance continues to be provided to alleviate civilian suffering. Diplomatic efforts aim to mediate and resolve the conflict, though the situation remains complex and challenging.

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Russia has advanced near Kalenyky and Bilytske, – DeepState. MAP Russia has advanced near Kalenyky and Bilytske, – DeepState. MAP Russian troops are advancing in the Donetsk region, in the Kramatorsk and Pokrovsk districts. 1 111 5 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps

Russia attacked four regions: 9 people were killed and dozens wounded. PHOTO Russia attacked four regions: 9 people were killed and dozens wounded. PHOTO Over the past 24 hours, Russian troops have continued to attack civilian infrastructure and populated areas in Ukraine. The shelling has resulted in deaths and injuries in the Sumy, Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia and Kherson regions. 2 008 2 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region Shelling of the Zaporizhzhia region Shelling of the Kherson region Shellings of Mykolaiv region

Enemy has advanced near Mykolaivka and Dovha Balka in Donetsk region, – DeepState. MAP Enemy has advanced near Mykolaivka and Dovha Balka in Donetsk region, – DeepState. MAP Russian occupation forces have made further advances in the Donetsk region, specifically in the Kramatorsk district near two settlements. 2 667 6 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps

Enemy UAV base in Donetsk, signal repeaters in Crimea, and facilities in the Bryansk region hit – General Staff Enemy UAV base in Donetsk, signal repeaters in Crimea, and facilities in the Bryansk region hit – General Staff On September 12 and during the night of September 13, 2026, units of the Ukrainian Defense Forces struck a number of key enemy military targets. 908 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Occupiers struck civilian car in Kramatorsk: two people killed and four injured. PHOTO Occupiers struck civilian car in Kramatorsk: two people killed and four injured. PHOTO Today, 13 August, Russian troops deliberately attacked a civilian car travelling through the centre of Kramatorsk. 1 506 3 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kramatorsk

Occupying forces attacked fire and rescue station in Kramatorsk: four firefighters injured. PHOTOS Occupying forces attacked fire and rescue station in Kramatorsk: four firefighters injured. PHOTOS The enemy has once again carried out a targeted attack on the fire and rescue station in Kramatorsk, Donetsk region, resulting in injuries. 592 2 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kramatorsk Attack on rescuers

Russian forces have advanced near Dibrova in Donetsk region, – DeepState. MAP Russian forces have advanced near Dibrova in Donetsk region, – DeepState. MAP Russian occupying forces are advancing in the Bakhmut district of the Donetsk region. 1 975 4 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps

Russians are carrying out mass attacks on civilian vehicles in Kramatorsk: three dead and four injured. PHOTOS Russians are carrying out mass attacks on civilian vehicles in Kramatorsk: three dead and four injured. PHOTOS On 12 September, Russian troops began carrying out a massive attack on civilian vehicles in Kramatorsk, in the Donetsk region, resulting in deaths and injuries. 2 309 10 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kramatorsk

Russia has attacked number of regions in Ukraine: there are fatalities, injuries and widespread destruction. PHOTO Russia has attacked number of regions in Ukraine: there are fatalities, injuries and widespread destruction. PHOTO Over the past 24 hours, Russian troops have attacked towns and villages in the Chernihiv, Sumy, Kharkiv, Donetsk, Kherson and Mykolaiv regions. The shelling has resulted in deaths and injuries, as well as damage to residential buildings, businesses, infrastructure and transport. 2 526 10 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukraine

Defense forces struck occupiers’ UAV depots and command posts in several directions, - General Staff Defense forces struck occupiers’ UAV depots and command posts in several directions, - General Staff On September 11 and during the night of September 12, 2026, units of the Ukrainian Defense Forces struck a number of key military targets belonging to the Russian aggressor. 557 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Russian forces have advanced near Novomarkove in Donetsk region, – DeepState. MAP Russian forces have advanced near Novomarkove in Donetsk region, – DeepState. MAP Russian invaders are advancing near the village of Novomarkove in the Donetsk region. 3 158 5 Previously in trend: Update of DeepState map Fightings in Kramatorsk direction

Two men killed in enemy attack on Kramatorsk. PHOTOS Two men killed in enemy attack on Kramatorsk. PHOTOS Today, 11 September, Russian forces struck Kramatorsk in the Donetsk region, with fatalities reported. 940 2 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kramatorsk

Occupiers executed two captured National Guard members near Dobropillia: investigation launched – Prosecutor’s Office Occupiers executed two captured National Guard members near Dobropillia: investigation launched – Prosecutor’s Office A pre-trial investigation has been launched in criminal proceedings into a war crime committed by Russian military personnel – the shooting of captive service members of the National Guard of Ukraine (Part 2 of Article 438 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine). 3 882 11 Previously in trend: Execution of Ukrainian POWs

Russian "Lancet" attacked ambulance in Donetsk Oblast: medic was killed, and two other people were injured Russian "Lancet" attacked ambulance in Donetsk Oblast: medic was killed, and two other people were injured Russian troops struck an emergency medical vehicle in Yasnohirka, in the Kramatorsk community of Donetsk Oblast, with a "Lancet" drone. As a result of the attack, one ambulance worker was killed and two other people were injured. 858 2 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

Russian forces attacked the "Lisnyi" park in Sloviansk: man was killed and woman was injured. PHOTO Russian forces attacked the "Lisnyi" park in Sloviansk: man was killed and woman was injured. PHOTO Russian occupiers have struck the ‘Lisnyi’ park in Sloviansk, Donetsk Oblast. 936 2 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region Shelling of Sloviansk

Russian strikes on Donetsk and Kharkiv regions: 2 dead, 31 injured. PHOTOS Russian strikes on Donetsk and Kharkiv regions: 2 dead, 31 injured. PHOTOS In the Donetsk region, Russian forces shelled settlements 36 times on 10 September, killing one person and injuring 29. In the Kharkiv region, one man was killed and two others were injured. 453 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region Shelling of Kharkiv region

Bodies of 36 occupiers lie in field following attempted infiltration in area of responsibility of 425th SAR "Skelia". VIDEO 18+ Bodies of 36 occupiers lie in field following attempted infiltration in area of responsibility of 425th SAR "Skelia". VIDEO 18+ Footage has emerged online showing the aftermath of yet another failed attempt by Russian occupiers to breach Ukrainian defences. 8 685 26 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Zelenskyy after new Russian attacks: World sees what Russia is doing. Decisions on additional support packages for Ukraine will be made today. VIDEO Zelenskyy after new Russian attacks: World sees what Russia is doing. Decisions on additional support packages for Ukraine will be made today. VIDEO Ukraine is working with its partners to protect people from Russian terror. Decisions are to be made today on, among other things, defence support for Ukraine and air defence. 1 267 17 Previously in trend: Support for Ukraine

Enemy strikes Kramatorsk with six FABs: 22 injured, including infant. PHOTO (updated) Enemy strikes Kramatorsk with six FABs: 22 injured, including infant. PHOTO (updated) Today, 10 September, Russian troops carried out further strikes on the city of Kramatorsk in the Donetsk region, resulting in casualties and damage. 2 296 20 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region Shelling of Kramatorsk

Mariupol district is demanding over $11 million from Russian Federation for destroyed Palace of Culture and nursery school. PHOTO Mariupol district is demanding over $11 million from Russian Federation for destroyed Palace of Culture and nursery school. PHOTO The Mariupol community is demanding that Russia pay compensation of over $11 million for the destruction and damage caused by shelling to the ‘Ukrainian House’ cultural centre and the ‘Dyvosvit’ nursery. The losses resulting from the destruction of the cultural centre alone have been estimated... 1 657 70 Previously in trend: Reparations from Russia

Russians have advanced near Kostiantynivka and Chervone, - DeepState. MAP Russians have advanced near Kostiantynivka and Chervone, - DeepState. MAP Russian troops have advanced in the Kostiantynivka direction, in the Kramatorsk district of Donetsk Oblast. 5 815 7 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps

Sloviansk has come under fresh attacks: one man killed, one injured. PHOTO Sloviansk has come under fresh attacks: one man killed, one injured. PHOTO Over the past 24 hours, Russian troops have been carrying out strikes on Sloviansk in the Donetsk region, using aerial bombs and drones. One man was killed and another person was injured as a result of the attacks. 1 370 5 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

What is happening near Lyman: Have Ukraine’s Armed Forces launched a counteroffensive? / Shyrshyn case: Is it over? / Uncensored. VIDEO What is happening near Lyman: Have Ukraine’s Armed Forces launched a counteroffensive? / Shyrshyn case: Is it over? / Uncensored. VIDEO Journalist and serviceman Bohdan Butkevych analyses the key events of recent days. 3 521 0

Enemy advances near Stepanivka and Kotlyne in Donetsk region – DeepState. MAPS Enemy advances near Stepanivka and Kotlyne in Donetsk region – DeepState. MAPS Russian forces have advanced in the Kramatorsk and Pokrovsk districts of the Donetsk region. 2 134 0 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps Situation in the Donetsk region

Occupiers dropped five FAB bombs on Kramatorsk: number of injured rises to 9. PHOTO (updated) Occupiers dropped five FAB bombs on Kramatorsk: number of injured rises to 9. PHOTO (updated) Today, 9 September 2026, Russian troops carried out strikes on Kramatorsk in the Donetsk region, resulting in casualties. 1 802 2 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kramatorsk

Due to intensification of Russian shelling of Kramatorsk and Sloviansk, number of people wishing to evacuate has increased Due to intensification of Russian shelling of Kramatorsk and Sloviansk, number of people wishing to evacuate has increased Following the intensification of Russian shelling of Kramatorsk and Sloviansk in the Donetsk region, the number of people wishing to evacuate has risen by approximately 10 per cent. At the same time, despite the intensity of the Russian Federation’s attacks, there has not yet been a massive... 1 363 0 Previously in trend: Evacuation from Donetsk region

Launch site for attack UAVs, "Mangust" boat, enemy reconnaissance assets, and warehouses were struck, - General Staff Launch site for attack UAVs, "Mangust" boat, enemy reconnaissance assets, and warehouses were struck, - General Staff On September 8 and during the night of September 9, 2026, units of the Ukrainian Defense Forces struck a number of key enemy targets. 1 095 3 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

SOF operators launched surprise attack and captured two occupiers in Donetsk region. VIDEO SOF operators launched surprise attack and captured two occupiers in Donetsk region. VIDEO Footage showing the professional work of Ukrainian special forces has been published online. 3 643 4 Previously in trend: captured occupiers

77 occupiers eliminated: combat operations by drone operators from SSU’s Special Operations Centre "A" in Pokrovsk sector. VIDEO 77 occupiers eliminated: combat operations by drone operators from SSU’s Special Operations Centre "A" in Pokrovsk sector. VIDEO A video has been released online showing drone operators from the Security Service of Ukraine’s Special Operations Centre ‘A’ in action on the Pokrovsk sector of the front line in the Donetsk region. 3 067 3 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Russians advance near three settlements in Donetsk region – DeepState. MAP Russians advance near three settlements in Donetsk region – DeepState. MAP Russian troops have advanced near three settlements in Donetsk region. 4 247 7 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps

Ruscist ripped to pieces and thrown several metres by strike from Omega fighters’ attack drone. VIDEO Ruscist ripped to pieces and thrown several metres by strike from Omega fighters’ attack drone. VIDEO Fighters from the 1st Separate Detachment of the Omega Special Purpose Centre eliminated a ruscist during combat sorties on the Donetsk axis. 3 214 5 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

91,000 people remain in Donetsk region: Regional Military Administration has warned of very difficult winter due to Russian attacks 91,000 people remain in Donetsk region: Regional Military Administration has warned of very difficult winter due to Russian attacks Around 91,000 residents, including 4,368 children, remain in the part of the Donetsk region controlled by Ukraine. The authorities are urging people to evacuate and are warning that, due to constant Russian attacks, the coming winter in the region will be very difficult. 870 4 Previously in trend: Evacuation from Donetsk region

Russian Federation’s intense strikes are attempt to demonstrate its ’strength’ ahead of elections; rhetoric will change afterwards, - Zelenskyy Russian Federation’s intense strikes are attempt to demonstrate its ’strength’ ahead of elections; rhetoric will change afterwards, - Zelenskyy In the run-up to the parliamentary elections, the Kremlin is attempting to maintain the illusion of stability within the country and denies any plans for mobilisation. At the same time, the Russian Federation is stepping up the intensity of its air strikes on Ukraine in an effort to demonstrate... 2 035 44 Previously in trend: Mobilization in Russian Federation

Launch sites for attack UAVs and enemy command posts in occupied territories have been struck, - General Staff Launch sites for attack UAVs and enemy command posts in occupied territories have been struck, - General Staff On September 7 and during the night of September 8, 2026, units of the Ukrainian Defense Forces struck a number of enemy military targets. 835 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Soldiers from 147th Brigade carried out 131 logistical missions using "Termit" UGV. VIDEO Soldiers from 147th Brigade carried out 131 logistical missions using "Termit" UGV. VIDEO In the Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka sectors, servicemen of the 147th Separate Artillery Brigade of the 7th Rapid Reaction Corps of the Airborne Assault Forces are actively deploying ground-based robotic systems to carry out logistical tasks. 1 312 0 Previously in trend: Unmanned Ground Vehicles UGVs

Russians attack Sloviansk three times: man injured, homes and boiler house damaged. PHOTOS Russians attack Sloviansk three times: man injured, homes and boiler house damaged. PHOTOS A man was injured in Russian attacks on Sloviansk, Donetsk region, on 7 September. A business, shops, a private house, apartment blocks and a boiler house were also damaged in the city. 1 143 2 Previously in trend: Shelling of Sloviansk

Biletskyi recorded an address from the centre of Sviatohirsk and refuted Putin’s claims: "It’s lovely place. It’s best to wear bulletproof vest, but you can walk around here without any problems". VIDEO Biletskyi recorded an address from the centre of Sviatohirsk and refuted Putin’s claims: "It’s lovely place. It’s best to wear bulletproof vest, but you can walk around here without any problems". VIDEO The commander of the Third Army Corps, Brigadier General Andrii Biletskyi, has refuted yet another false claim by the dictator Vladimir Putin regarding the alleged capture of Sviatohirsk by Russian troops. 11 331 50 Previously in trend: Russian propaganda

Russian forces launched massive FAB strike on Kramatorsk: two killed, others injured. PHOTOS Russian forces launched massive FAB strike on Kramatorsk: two killed, others injured. PHOTOS Russian occupation forces launched a massive attack on Kramatorsk this morning, resulting in one death and four people being injured. 1 611 2 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region Shelling of Kramatorsk

Russia attacked Kharkiv, Dnipropetrovsk and Donetsk regions: 12 wounded. PHOTOS Russia attacked Kharkiv, Dnipropetrovsk and Donetsk regions: 12 wounded. PHOTOS Five people were injured in the Kharkiv region and seven in the Donetsk region as a result of attacks by the Russian Federation. The Russians also struck the Dnipropetrovsk region, damaging civilian infrastructure. 749 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region Shelling of Kharkiv region Shelling of the Dnipropetrovsk region

"Hornet" drones from the "Tuman" detachment of 1st Corps of National Guard of Ukraine "Azov" destroyed 15 pieces of enemy equipment on Donetsk ring road. VIDEO "Hornet" drones from the "Tuman" detachment of 1st Corps of National Guard of Ukraine "Azov" destroyed 15 pieces of enemy equipment on Donetsk ring road. VIDEO A video has been published online showing the successful combat operations carried out by pilots from the ‘Tuman’ Special Purpose Detachment of the 1st Corps of the Ukrainian National Guard ‘AZOV’. 4 038 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Sviatohirsk remains under Ukrainian control despite Russian claims: shops, local administration and police are operational, – CMA. VIDEO Sviatohirsk remains under Ukrainian control despite Russian claims: shops, local administration and police are operational, – CMA. VIDEO Russian propaganda outlets continue to spread false reports about the alleged ‘capture’ of Sviatohirsk in the Donetsk region and are attempting to back them up with staged footage. 3 163 7 Previously in trend: Situation in the Donetsk region

Russians killed four people and wounded 10 over past 24 hours in Donetsk and Kharkiv regions. PHOTOS Russians killed four people and wounded 10 over past 24 hours in Donetsk and Kharkiv regions. PHOTOS Over the past 24 hours, Russian occupying forces have attacked settlements in the Donetsk and Kharkiv regions, resulting in deaths, injuries and destruction. 694 2 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region Shelling of Kharkiv region

Pilots of 4th SOF Regiment use drone to detonate FAB-500 near forest belt where Russian infantry was hiding. VIDEO Pilots of 4th SOF Regiment use drone to detonate FAB-500 near forest belt where Russian infantry was hiding. VIDEO A video showing the powerful detonation of a Russian FAB-500 aerial bomb by a Ukrainian FPV drone near a forest belt containing Russian infantry in the Donetsk region has been posted online. 7 894 7 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Situation in the Donetsk region

Ivan Franko Group drone operators strike 12 pieces of occupiers’ logistics equipment in Donetsk region. VIDEO Ivan Franko Group drone operators strike 12 pieces of occupiers’ logistics equipment in Donetsk region. VIDEO Drone operators from the Ivan Franko Group unit struck a number of pieces of the occupiers’ logistics equipment on the so-called "roads of death" in the Donetsk region. 1 677 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Situation in the Donetsk region Strikes on Russian logistics

Serviceman and Plast member Vladyslav Ilin killed near Pokrovsk: he had been listed as missing for more than year Serviceman and Plast member Vladyslav Ilin killed near Pokrovsk: he had been listed as missing for more than year A serviceman of the 72nd Separate Mechanised Brigade named after the Black Zaporozhians and Plast member Vladyslav Ilin, call sign "Timati," was killed while carrying out a combat mission in the Donetsk region. The defender had been listed as missing for more than a year before a DNA examination... 3 002 8 Previously in trend: losses of Ukraine

Enemy advances near Holubivka and Stupochky in Donetsk region – DeepState Enemy advances near Holubivka and Stupochky in Donetsk region – DeepState Russian troops have advanced in the Kramatorsk district of the Donetsk region. 1 281 0 Previously in trend: Updated DeepState maps

Three Ukrainian drones from 425th SAR "Skelia" struck single ruscist, tearing him to shreds. VIDEO Three Ukrainian drones from 425th SAR "Skelia" struck single ruscist, tearing him to shreds. VIDEO Three Ukrainian kamikaze drones attacked a Russian infantryman in the Pokrovsk sector. 4 241 23 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

350 children remain in compulsory evacuation zone in Donetsk region, - Regional Military Administration 350 children remain in compulsory evacuation zone in Donetsk region, - Regional Military Administration In five settlements in the Donetsk region, where a compulsory evacuation of families with children has been ordered, there remain 299 families raising 350 children. 367 0 Previously in trend: Evacuation from Donetsk region

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