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Military actions in Ukraine have intensified, with the Ukrainian Defense Forces firmly repelling numerous assaults by Russian invaders. In the Pokrovsk direction, formidable urban battles continue, reflecting the tenacity of Ukrainian forces. Meanwhile, cities like Vovchansk and Kupiansk stand resilient despite Russian efforts to gain control. The frontline is the site of relentless combat, with Ukrainian units successfully halting enemy advances and inflicting significant losses. As the year draws to a close, the commitment of Ukraine's defenders remains unyielding, showcasing immense fortitude amidst ongoing military actions.

What are the most recent developments in military actions in Ukraine?

Recent developments in military actions in Ukraine include intense battles particularly focused on the Pokrovsk direction, where Ukrainian forces have efficiently repelled numerous Russian advances. The cities of Vovchansk and Kupiansk continue to witness significant military pressure, although Ukrainian Defense Forces are holding strong, securing strategic positions.

How are Ukrainian forces responding to Russian military actions?

Ukrainian forces are responding to Russian military actions with resilience and effective counterattacks. They have successfully repelled multiple assaults across various directions, particularly in Pokrovsk, ensuring control over key areas despite the challenging conditions on the battlefield.

What impact have recent combat engagements had on the front line?

Recent combat engagements have resulted in intense and ongoing skirmishes along the front line, with Ukrainian forces maintaining strategic advantages against Russian occupiers. Despite aggressive enemy maneuvers, Ukrainian defenders have managed to disrupt Russian plans, holding critical territories and inflicting serious losses on the enemy.

Which regions in Ukraine are experiencing the most intense military actions?

Regions like Pokrovsk, Vovchansk, and Kupiansk are currently experiencing the most intense military actions. These areas have become pivotal battlegrounds where Ukrainian forces are steadfastly defending against sustained Russian assaults, demonstrating strategic prowess in holding key positions.

What challenges do Ukrainian Defense Forces face in the ongoing military actions?

The Ukrainian Defense Forces face significant challenges, including maintaining supply lines, countering continuous Russian assaults, and defending urban areas under constant threat. The need for strategic coordination and reinforcement is critical to sustaining their defense and counterattacking capabilities.

How are military actions affecting civilian areas in Ukraine?

Military actions have significantly affected civilian areas, with many towns and cities becoming focal points in the ongoing conflict. The Ukrainian Defense Forces are working diligently to minimize civilian casualties and damage, implementing measures to protect non-combatants amidst intense warfare dynamics.

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elimination of Russian troops in the Kupiansk region Enemy attempted to use "Soyuz" gas pipeline to storm Kupiansk: attempt thwarted, at least 40 occupiers eliminated, - 7th Corps of Airborne Assault Forces. VIDEO In the Kupiansk direction, the 77th separate airborne Naddniprianska brigade of the 7th corps of the Assault Regiment of Airborne Assault Forces thwarted an enemy attempt to storm using the "Soyuz" gas pipeline. 9 796 30 Previously in trend: Fighting in the Kupіansk direction

Fighting for Rodynske Ukrainian troops are holding defence of Rodynske, control over key positions has been maintained, - Azov. VIDEO The defence of Rodynske in the Pokrovsk district of the Donetsk region continues. 4 109 3 Previously in trend: Russian assault on Pokrovsk direction Situation in the Pokrovsk direction

Soldiers continue to hold Dachne in the Dnipropetrovsk region Defense Forces continue to hold Dachne in Dnipropetrovsk region – Operation Task Force "East". VIDEO Ukrainian defenders continue to hold Dachne in the Dnipropetrovsk region. 1 809 1 Previously in trend: Russian offensive in Dnipropetrovsk region

Ukrainian flag in Rodynske Rodynske under control of Defence Forces. Occupiers who infiltrated city being eliminated, - "Azov". VIDEO Rodynske in Donetsk Oblast is under the control of the Defence Forces. 3 330 8 Previously in trend: Battles in the east of Ukraine

Fighting for Huliaipole Enemy does not fully control Huliaipole, Russian assault groups being eliminated, - Southern Defence Forces. VIDEO The enemy does not fully control Huliaipole in the Zaporizhzhia region. 6 428 4 Previously in trend: Fighting in Huliaipillia direction

What is happening on the front line on 18 December? Summary from the General Staff Russian regiment eliminated in Lyman direction. VIDEO The Third Army Corps and the DIU of the Ministry of Defence conducted a joint assault in the Lyman direction, eliminating a regiment of the Russian Federation army and improving the tactical position of Ukrainian forces. 12 934 53 Previously in trend: Hostilities in Lyman sector

cover Kupiansk, Siversk, Pokrovsk, Zaporizhzhia | Yurii Butusov. VIDEO Yurii Butusov, platoon commander of the 13th Brigade of the NGU "Khartiia," analyses the situation on the front line live on air and gives a detailed account of the successful counterattack by Ukrainian defenders in Kupiansk, Kharkiv region.  5 569 0 Previously in trend: Butusov Plus Fighting in the Kupіansk direction

The Russians are pushing towards Orikhiv to get artillery fire on Zaporizhzhia Russians are moving in columns to shell Zaporizhzhia with artillery: how front-line Orikhiv lives. VIDEO The town of Orikhiv in Zaporizhzhia region is located 7–10 km from the combat zone. It is via this area that Russian occupation forces want to move closer to Zaporizhzhia. 4 155 7 Previously in trend: Hostilities in the Orikhiv direction

Dobropillia under the control of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Reports of Russians seizing Dobropillia in Zaporizhzhia region are false – General Staff. VIDEO The information spread by Russia claiming control of Dobropillia near Huliaipole in the Zaporizhzhia region is fake. 2 583 6 Previously in trend: Fightings in the Zaporizhzhia direction

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. 6 002 3 Previously in trend: Ukrainian special forces in Russian rear

Lasar’s Group results: how much equipment has been destroyed? Lasar’s Group fighters destroyed more than 55,000 pieces of Russian equipment worth $12.5 billion, - Yelizarov. VIDEO Colonel Pavlo Yelizarov (Lazar), commander of Lasar's Group, said that his unit's fighters destroyed enemy equipment worth US$12.5 billion. 2 424 14 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Ivanivka Ukrainian defenders cleared Ivanivka in Dnipropetrovsk region, eliminating 53 occupiers and capturing another 19 - DeepState. VIDEO Soldiers from the 37th Separate Marine Brigade cleared the village of Ivanivka in the Dnipropetrovsk region and its southern outskirts. 7 156 27 Previously in trend: Fighting in the Oleksandrivka direction

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. 3 143 13 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction

The Huliaipole front has been stabilised: the Armed Forces of Ukraine repelled the enemy Near Huliaipole, AFU held back enemy’s offensive, front line has been stabilised, - Southern Defence Forces. VIDEO The 33rd separate assault regiment and adjacent units of the Ukrainian Defence Forces held back the offensive and stabilised the situation in the Huliaipole direction. 5 351 13 Previously in trend: Fighting in Huliaipillia direction

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. 9 937 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. 8 467 14 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Operators of 3rd Special Operation Forces Regiment carried out a successful raid on the enemy. SOF raid on enemy: occupiers eliminated, Ukrainian position unblocked, wounded troops evacuated. VIDEO Operators of the 3rd Special Operations Forces (SOF) Regiment carried out a successful raid on enemy positions, eliminating and capturing the foe and evacuating wounded servicemen from a neighboring unit. 9 262 2 Previously in trend: Ukrainian special forces in Russian rear

American volunteer fighter captures Russian occupiers Volunteer fighter from United States and his comrades capture occupiers in Luhansk region: "On your knees, please". VIDEO Bruce, an American volunteer fighter from the 63rd Mechanised Brigade assault group, captured Russian occupiers together with his comrades during the clearing of the Serebryanskyi Forest in the Luhansk region. 14 120 64 Previously in trend: captured occupiers

Novopavlivka Defence Forces eliminate Russian assault force that broke through to Novopavlivka – 59th SAB. VIDEO Ukrainian troops have stopped an attempt by the Russian army to break through to Novopavlivka in Dnipropetrovsk region. 6 777 4 Previously in trend: Hostilities in the Novopavlivka direction Russian offensive in Dnipropetrovsk region

Russians are infiltrating Pokrovsk and setting up mortars Russian forces are infiltrating Pokrovsk with equipment and setting up mortars - media. VIDEO Russian invaders have been infiltrating Pokrovsk since at least 6 November. 8 354 50 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Pokrovsk Enemy’s top objective is to capture Pokrovsk as soon as possible – Zelenskyy. VIDEO Russia seeks to capture Pokrovsk as quickly as possible to promote the narrative that it can seize the entire Donbas. 2 853 23 Previously in trend: Russian assault on Pokrovsk direction Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Zelenskyy on the situation at the front

Pokrovsk Enemy has intensified its assault operations in Pokrovsk direction, - AAF. VIDEO On the front line, in the area of responsibility of the 7th Corps of the Airborne Assault Forces, Russian assault operations have intensified. Ukrainian troops repelled the attacks and destroyed enemy armoured vehicles. 2 951 6 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction

Drone attacks occupier Drone operators from "Hostri Kartuzy" unit attack occupiers and restrain movement of enemy assault groups near Pokrovsk. VIDEO Every day, drone operators from the "Hostri Kartuzy" unit of the 2nd separate detachment of the National Guard's "Omega" Special Operation Centre inflict damage on the occupiers right on the approaches to Pokrovsk. 3 103 0 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction

Budanov and DIU soldiers in Pokrovsk DIU soldiers continue their operation in designated area of responsibility in Pokrovsk: fierce battles with the occupiers are ongoing. VIDEO+PHOTO The "Special Forces Unit Tymur" of the DIU of the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine continues its operation in one of the areas of Pokrovsk, Donetsk Oblast, which is important from the point of view of front-line logistics. Fierce battles with Russian occupiers are ongoing. 10 405 44 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Zelenskyy spoke about the battles for Kupiansk and Pokrovsk Russians realize they’re losing Kupiansk, shift focus to Pokrovsk – Zelenskyy. VIDEO President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the Russians are focused on occupying Pokrovsk because they are not succeeding in other areas. 2 392 14 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Fighting in the Kupіansk direction

Zelenskyy on the situation in Pokrovsk Situation in Pokrovsk is difficult. Russia has concentrated 170,000 troops there, - Zelenskyy. VIDEO President Volodymyr Zelensky commented on the situation in the Pokrovsk direction. 4 470 46 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Zelenskyy Zelenskyy: Situation is most difficult now in Pokrovsk direction, occupiers trying to gain foothold by all means. VIDEO The situation on the front line is currently most difficult in the Pokrovsk direction. As in previous weeks, this direction has seen a large concentration of Russian forces and the most intense fighting. 2 024 27 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Fighting in the Kupіansk direction

Russian BTR at the entrance to Myrnohrad is being destroyed by Ukrainian drones Marines’ drones from 38th Brigade destroyed occupiers in armoured vehicles as they attempted to break through to Myrnohrad. VIDEO Drone operators from the 38th Separate Marine Infantry Brigade named after Hetman Petro Sahaidachnyi dealt a devastating blow to enemy armoured vehicles that were attempting to break through to residential areas in the eastern part of Myrnohrad. 4 661 4 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers

The Russians hung the Russian flag at the entrance to Pokrovsk. It was destroyed. Ruscists had installed tricolour flag on stella at entrance of Pokrovsk: AFU destroyed it. VIDEO The occupiers hung a tricolour flag on the "Pokrovsk" Stella at entrance of the city. 6 305 24 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

pokrovsk Russians have concentrated their main strike force against Pokrovsk, fierce fighting continues in city, - Zelenskyy. VIDEO Russian troops have concentrated their main strike group against the city of Pokrovsk, Donetsk region. 6 992 33 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Yehorivka Soldiers of "Skelia" regiment cleared Yehorivka in Dnipropetrovsk region of Russians: dozens of occupiers destroyed. VIDEO Soldiers of the 425th separate assault regiment "Skelia" cleared the village of Yehorivka in the Oleksandrivka sector from Russian invaders. Dozens of invaders were killed. The Ukrainian flag is now flying again in the village. 7 526 19 Previously in trend: Fighting in the Oleksandrivka direction

The Armed Forces of Ukraine cleared Torske. How did it happen? "Skelia" Regiment fighters clears Torske in Donetsk region: up to 100 ruscists eliminated, several captured. VIDEO The soldiers of the 425th separate assault regiment "Skelia" have cleared Torske in the Donetsk region from Russian occupiers. 13 252 12 Previously in trend: Fighting in the area of Torske

our military in Kupiansk SRG in Kupiansk and threat of encirclement: How 15th Brigade of NGU is holding strategic hub against Russian assaults. VIDEO+PHOTOS Ukrainian Witness journalists visited Kharkiv region where they talked to the commander and soldiers of the 15th "Kara-Dag" Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine about the situation in the Kupiansk sector. 3 635 3 Previously in trend: Fighting in the Kupіansk direction

SOF behind enemy lines Special forces penetrated enemy’s rear in North Slobozhanskyi direction and set up ambush: 13 occupiers killed. VIDEO Group "A "of the 1st detachment of the 144th Special Operations Forces Centre conducted special operations in the North Slobozhanskyi direction. 7 472 14 Previously in trend: Ukrainian special forces in Russian rear

The third assault killed a Russian sabotage and reconnaissance group in the Lyman direction. 3rd SAB eliminates enemy SRG in Lyman direction: "Russians won’t surrender? Fine then.". VIDEO Soldiers of the 3rd Assault Brigade of the 3rd Army Corps showed how they eliminated a Russian sabotage and reconnaissance group (SRG) in the Lyman direction. 9 249 11 Previously in trend: Hostilities in Lyman sector

SOF operated behind enemy lines SOF group entered enemy’s rear in North Slobozhanskyi direction, destroyed occupiers at close range and seized their documents. VIDEO Operators of a unit of the Special Operations Forces conducted a successful reconnaissance in the North Slobozhanskyi direction. 12 291 6 Previously in trend: Ukrainian special forces in Russian rear

The military showed the repulsion of the Russian Federation’s offensive near Dobropillia Defense Forces repel Russian assault near Dobropillia: equipment destroyed, occupiers eliminated. VIDEO Ukrainian defenders thwarted another Russian offensive in the Dobropillia sector. The enemy suffered significant losses. 3 517 3 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Situation in Dobropillia direction

What is happening in Dnipropetrovsk region? The military reported on the Russian Federation’s assaults Russians’ goal is not administrative borders of Donetsk Oblast; they plan to advance further into Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, - 37th SMIB. VIDEO The fighting has reached Dnipropetrovsk region. Ukrainian defenders are already defending the region, in particular in the Mezhivska and Novopavlivska communities. 2 385 6 Previously in trend: Russian offensive in Dnipropetrovsk region

SOF clears the building from occupiers SOF thwarted enemy’s attempt to advance in Kupiansk region: three occupiers eliminated, rest retreated. VIDEO The operators of the 8th Regiment of the Special Operations Forces disrupted the enemy's advance. 3 676 1 Previously in trend: Fighting in the Kupіansk direction

Butusov War in October | Yurii Butusov. VIDEO On Sunday, 5 October, at 10:00 p.m., the platoon commander of the 13th "Khartiia" Brigade, which is fighting enemy UAV operators, Yurii Butusov, will hold a live broadcast to comment on the course of hostilities at the front. 5 369 5

Zelenskyy Since start of Dobropillia counteroffensive, Ukrainian forces have liberated over 174 sq km – Zelenskyy. VIDEO Since the start of the Dobropillia counter-offensive, the Ukrainian Defence Forces have managed to liberate more than 174 square kilometres of Ukrainian territory. 1 531 10 Previously in trend: Situation in Dobropillia direction

SOF behind enemy lines SOF soldiers again carried out successful operations behind enemy lines: three Russian servicemen and their transport destroyed, and documents and weapons of those eliminated seized. VIDEO The soldiers of the 73rd Marine Centre of the SOF together with the DIU soldiers once again conducted special operations behind enemy lines on their own territory. 5 529 4 Previously in trend: Ukrainian special forces in Russian rear

SOF carried out a successful ambush on Russian territory SOF carried out successful operations behind Russian lines, ambushing Russian occupiers’ transport. VIDEO The Special Operations Forces conducted special operations in the rear of the Russian Federation. 8 120 9 Previously in trend: Ukrainian special forces in Russian rear

demolition Azov Brigade thwarted attempt by occupiers to storm Kostiantynivka direction. VIDEO Soldiers of the 12th Special Forces Brigade "Azov" of the National Guard of Ukraine, together with adjacent units, prevented the Russian occupiers from storming the village of Yablunivka in the Kostiantynivka direction. 5 215 6 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east

Report by the General Staff Over 1,300 combat engagements on frontline in past week – General Staff. VIDEO In the past seven days alone, there have been more than 1,300 combat engagements on the frontline, nearly a third of them in the Pokrovsk direction. 853 0

Belgorod buffer zone Russian woman from Belgorod region: "Buffer zone is creeping closer to us, not there". AUDIO Intelligence officers from the DIU of MoD intercepted a telephone conversation of a Russian woman from Belgorod region who was talking about the approaching frontline. 5 725 13 Previously in trend: Fighting in Sumy region

Dnipropetrovsk region Soldiers of "Skelia" regiment cleared village of Filiia in Dnipropetrovsk region of occupiers. VIDEO Soldiers of the Skelia regiment liberated the village of Filiia on the administrative border of the Dnipropetrovsk region from Russian saboteurs. 5 250 15 Previously in trend: Hostilities in the Novopavlivka direction Enemy advance to Dnipropetrovsk region

Ukrainian military repels assault in the Sumy direction Ukrainian Armed Forces soldiers repel assault by occupiers in Sumy direction. VIDEO Ukrainian soldiers are holding the line on the border front in Sumy region, engaging Russian occupiers in close-quarters fighting. 5 868 2 Previously in trend: Repelling assault