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Artillery plays a crucial role in Ukraine's defense strategy, with recent operations showing effective collaboration between drone operators and artillery units. Noteworthy achievements include the destruction of enemy columns and artillery systems, significantly impacting the opposing forces. Despite challenges, Ukraine's forces have made strategic advancements, supported by international partners like the UK and Germany, contributing artillery systems and munitions. The professional prowess of the artillery teams, combined with innovative use of technology such as guided munitions, has resulted in unprecedented successes and continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the war dynamics.

How has artillery impacted battles in Ukraine?

Artillery has significantly impacted battles by providing long-range firepower, destroying enemy units and fortifications, and supporting other military operations. This has helped Ukraine repel advances and inflict heavy losses on opposing forces, as evidenced by the numerous successful attacks on enemy columns and depots.

What role do drones play in artillery operations?

Drones are crucial in modern artillery operations, providing reconnaissance and targeting data for precision strikes. In Ukraine, drone-artillery cooperation has led to the destruction of key enemy assets, improving targeting accuracy and operational efficiency, which has been a game-changer in the conflict.

What international support is Ukraine receiving for its artillery units?

Ukraine is receiving substantial international support, including artillery systems, munitions, and other military technology from countries like the UK, Germany, and France. These partnerships have enabled Ukraine to enhance its artillery capabilities, thereby significantly strengthening its defensive and offensive operations.

How successful have Ukrainian artillery operations been?

Ukrainian artillery operations have been highly successful, with thousands of enemy artillery systems, vehicles, and personnel neutralized. The precision and effectiveness of these operations have contributed to shifting battle dynamics and have consistently impeded enemy progress.

What challenges do Ukrainian artillery units face?

Despite their success, Ukrainian artillery units face challenges such as shortages in munitions and equipment, and the need for continuous technological and tactical adaptations. Nonetheless, ongoing international support and strategic innovation continue to bolster their capabilities.

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Destruction of enemy artillery systems Defence forces have destroyed more than 6,000 Russian artillery systems since beginning of year, according to General Staff. VIDEO Since the beginning of the year, Russians have lost more than six thousand artillery systems (6,186). 410 3 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Destruction of Russian army artillery position Surviving occupier films his position: "Our gun’s on fire, it’s f*cked! Ammo’s detonating! Here’s our KIA — arrived yesterday.". VIDEO A video was posted online in which a surviving occupier artilleryman films the result of the combat work of a Ukrainian drone operator. 8 148 22 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

destruction of D-30 cannon Drone operators destroyed five enemy D-30 cannons and ammunition depot. VIDEO Drone operators from the "Heavy Metal" unit destroyed five D-30 cannons and an ammunition depot in the Lyman sector. 1 782 3 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of Russian equipment

destruction of enemy vehicles Eight Russian troops killed, seven wounded, and one enemy IFV destroyed: 3rd Assault Brigade repels Russian attack in Kharkiv region. VIDEO Drone operators and artillerymen of the Third Assault Brigade stopped the occupiers' attack in Kharkiv region. 3 341 1 Previously in trend: Hostilities in Kharkiv region

Russia has intensified shelling and drone attacks in OTG "Tavria" zone Occupiers have intensified artillery shelling and drone attacks in OTG "Tavria" zone, - Southern Defense Forces In the area of responsibility of the Tavria Operational and Strategic Group of Forces, Russian troops have significantly increased the intensity of artillery shelling and the use of kamikaze drones. 197 0 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

DPRK and Russia strengthen military cooperation Russian army is almost entirely dependent on shells from North Korea – Reuters and OSC investigation Between 50% and 100% of the shells fired by Russian artillery at the Ukrainian Armed Forces were supplied by North Korea. 3 016 10 Previously in trend: Supply of weapons and ammunition to Russia

destruction of enemy vehicles and stormtroopers Minus tank, two IFVs, three "golf carts" and 42 stormtroopers: artillery and drones destroyed occupiers’ column near Andriivka, Donetsk region. VIDEO Ukrainian artillery and drone operators destroyed a Russian convoy that was moving to assault the village of Andriivka, Donetsk region. 7 315 14 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

Destruction of Russian artillery Over past week, Defence Forces destroyed 408 enemy artillery systems, - Syrskyi. VIDEO Thanks to precise drone strikes, counter-battery combat and the professional work of all components of the Ukrainian Defence Forces, 408 enemy artillery systems were destroyed last week alone. 1 343 12 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

strike on two occupiers in Toretsk." Two occupiers disappear in flames after strike in Toretsk. VIDEO Two occupiers disappeared in flames after a powerful munition hit in Toretsk, Donetsk region. 5 838 15 Previously in trend: War Battles for Toretsk Situation in the Toretsk direction

attack with cluster munitions Gunners of 47th Magura Brigade destroy Russian assault group in Kursk region. VIDEO Artillerymen of the 47th Magura Brigade destroyed an enemy assault group consisting of about a dozen Russian soldiers in the Kursk region. 7 803 10 Previously in trend: War

Syrskyi met with Commander-in-Chief of Swedish Armed Forces, Lieutenant General Mikael Klasson Syrskyi about Swedish "Archer" self-propelled guns: AFU highly appreciate qualities of "offensive cannon" in Kursk operation Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi held a working meeting with the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Sweden, Lieutenant General Mikael Claasson, who is on a visit to Ukraine. 3 385 6

In 2024 alone, 13,000 enemy artillery systems were destroyed. In 2024, 13,000 enemy artillery systems were destroyed, which is more than in previous two years combined, - Syrskyi. VIDEO In 2024, the Ukrainian Defence Forces destroyed 13,000 enemy artillery systems. This is more than in the previous two years of full-scale invasion. 1 296 5 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

destruction of the Russian howitzer DIU and Unmanned Systems Forces destroy Russian howitzer in Pokrovsk direction. VIDEO Ukrainian soldiers discovered and destroyed a howitzer of Russian troops in the Pokrovsk direction. 1 567 0

high-precision projectile hits concrete shelter of occupiers in Kherson region Artillery strike with "Copperhead" guided munition on concrete shelters of occupiers in Kherson region. VIDEO Ukrainian artillery destroyed a concrete shelter of the occupiers in Kherson region with a high-precision "Copperhead" shell. 13 509 16

arms production Britain signs contracts with two companies to produce artillery barrels for Ukraine UK has signed contracts with two companies to produce artillery barrels for Ukraine. The contracts are worth 61 million pounds. 2 685 10

Ukraine and the UK sign agreement on 100-year partnership UK hands over 150 artillery barrels and 15 mobile air defence systems to Ukraine - Starmer (supplemented) British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced the transfer of 150 British-made artillery pieces and new Gravehawk mobile air defence systems to Ukraine. 10 266 21

Germany hands over first of 54 ordered RCH 155 howitzers to Ukraine Germany hands over first of 54 ordered RCH 155 howitzers to Ukraine German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius handed over the first new RCH 155 wheeled howitzer to Ukraine. A total of 54 howitzers of this type are planned to be transferred to Ukraine. 5 828 23 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine

DPA and Rheinmetall sign contract for supply of artillery ammunition Defence Procurement Agency and Rheinmetall sign contract for supply of artillery ammunition The Defence Procurement Agency has signed a contract with the German concern Rheinmetall for the supply of artillery ammunition. 1 079 6 Previously in trend: Defense

Armed Forces of Ukraine set a record for the range of artillery shot in combat Armed Forces of Ukraine set record for range of artillery shot in real combat - Defence24 Ukrainian artillerymen managed to set a record for the range of conventional artillery fire. The defenders hit the target at a distance of 70 km. 12 063 12 Previously in trend: War

Russian troops are losing their advantage in artillery Russian troops are losing their advantage in artillery but are compensating with bombing and air strikes - Khortytsia OSGT Currently, in different directions, the advantage of Russian troops in the use of artillery shells is about one and a half to one, and in some areas - one to three, while earlier the ratio of shells was about 5 to 1 in favor of the Russian Federation. 803 4 Previously in trend: War

Zelenskyy congratulates soldiers on the Day of Missile Forces and Artillery Zelenskyy congratulated soldiers on Day of Missile Forces and Artillery and presented awards. PHOTOS President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with soldiers of the missile and artillery troops and congratulated them on their professional holiday. 1 015 18 Previously in trend: War

Best artillerymen from Mariupol received awards Artillerymen of 56th Mariupol Brigade received awards for bravery and mastery. PHOTOS Artillerymen from the Mariupol Brigade received state awards for their professionalism and dedication. 1 016 2 Previously in trend: War

artillerymen destroying occupiers Artillerymen of separate special unit "Omega Wings" destroying occupiers in Donetsk region. VIDEO The artillery group of the "Omega Wings" special unit of the National Guard continues to destroy the enemy in Donetsk region, supporting assault operations and breaking down the occupiers' positions. 2 592 1 Previously in trend: War

Український військовий "We are exhausted. HIMARS is almost nonexistent,": Ukraine’s Armed Forces lack infantry and artillery to deter Russia’s army - The New York Times The Ukrainian army lacks infantry and artillery to counter Russian troops, who are ready to suffer "staggering casualties." 26 397 49 Previously in trend: War

Британія вироблятиме гаубиці для України British defense company to produce howitzers for Ukraine A 25 million pound artillery plant will be opened in Sheffield by the British company BAE Systems to support Ukrainian forces in the fight against Russia. 3 100 12

У межах Коаліції артилерії обговорили потреби України до 2027 року Artillery Coalition member states discuss needs of Ukrainian Defense Forces until 2027, - Ministry of Defense The members of the Artillery Capabilities Coalition in Support of Ukraine discussed the coordination of a roadmap containing the needs of the Ukrainian Defense Forces until 2027. 660 2

пряме влучання у бмп окупантів Artillerymen hit enemy IFV, which was running at full speed. VIDEO Ukrainian artillery destroyed a Russian infantry fighting vehicle that was moving at full speed with a direct hit. 10 854 10 Previously in trend: War

Знищення ворожої артилерії Since beginning of year, Defense Forces have destroyed 10,373 artillery systems of Russian occupiers Between January 1 and October 1, 2024, the Ukrainian Defense Forces destroyed 10,373 artillery systems of the Russian occupiers, which is roughly equal to 144 artillery brigades and cost Russia $8 billion. 969 8 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

війна Fighters of 45th SAB destroyed enemy howitzer and 2 warehouses from BK with direct hit. VIDEO Soldiers of the 45th Separate Artillery Brigade named after General Myron Tarnavskyi destroyed an enemy cannon and two ammunition depots in the east. 2 665 2 Previously in trend: War

сау,британська,as-90 British government increases plan of supplies for Ukraine of AS90 SPAGs up to 16 units The UK government intends to exceed its commitment to deliver 12 AS90 self-propelled artillery guns within 100 days of taking office. Currently, 16 units are planned to be supplied to Ukraine: 10 SPAGs have already been handed over, and six more will be supplied in the coming weeks. 2 342 6 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine

Росіяни з артилерії обстріляли Покровському 2 people killed as result of artillery shelling of Pokrovsk by Russians On September 24, 2024, at about 4:30 p.m., the enemy launched an artillery attack on Pokrovsk in the Donetsk region. 831 1

вибух Artillery and drone operators of 63rd SMB attack occupiers’ positions at night. VIDEO The soldiers of the 63rd SMB published a fragment of the combat work of artillerymen and drone operators. 3 545 2 Previously in trend: War

Селидове (фото ілюстративне) One woman is injured as result of artillery shelling of Selydove in Donetsk region On September 2, Russians shelled Selydove in еthe Donetsk region with artillery. 375 0

Ворог з артилерії обстріляв прикордоння Сумщини, є загибла та поранений Russians shell Verkhnokamianske in Donetsk region: 2 dead On August 15, the occupiers launched an artillery attack on Verkhnokamianske of the Zvanivka community in the Donetsk region. 453 0

Обстріл Степногірська 14 серпня As result of shelling of Stepnohirsk, 4 people are wounded On August 14, Russian troops attacked the city of Stepnohirsk, Zaporizhzhia region, with artillery. 412 0 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

війна Crews of 44th SAB destroy occupiers’ artillery in hidden positions. VIDEO A video of effective counter-battery combat performed by soldiers of the 44th Separate Artillery Brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 4 952 6 Previously in trend: War

артилерія,спека Combat work of Ukrainian artillery men in abnormal heat conditions. VIDEO A video has been posted online showing fragments of the combat work of a Ukrainian artillery unit under the hot sun. 15 492 46 Previously in trend: War

танк,знищений,окупант200 Destruction of enemy equipment and systematic elimination of occupiers near Urozhaine village in Donetsk region. VIDEO of battle Ukrainian soldiers repelled an attempt by the occupiers to storm positions near the village of Urozhaine in the Donetsk region. 12 107 21 Previously in trend: War

арта,окупант,летить Occupier flies in air after direct hit of Ukrainian shell into trench. VIDEO Artillerymen of the 63rd SMB and the Second International Defense Legion destroyed an enemy position with at least a dozen occupiers. 13 306 14 Previously in trend: War

окупанти,кремінна,знищення Surviving occupier films effective attack by Ukrainian artillery near Kreminna: "Khokhly are not joking. Everything is f#cked. We are f#cking burned". VIDEO Ukrainian artillery strikes at occupiers’ positions near Kreminna in Luhansk region. 19 507 28 Previously in trend: War

окупант,летить Occupier flies high in air after artillery shell hits Russian armoured vehicle. VIDEO Border guards’ artillerymen hit an enemy armoured vehicle and destroyed it. 17 053 29 Previously in trend: War

заес IAEA experts detect outgoing artillery fire from Zaporizhzhia NPP Russians continue to use artillery on the territory of the occupied ZNPP. 7 892 5 War in Ukraine

caesar,цезар France to supply 78 Caesar air defence systems to Ukraine, - Defence Minister Lecornu France will soon be able to supply 78 Caesar howitzers to Ukraine and will increase the supply of shells to meet urgent ammunition needs. 13 201 57 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine

люксембург Luxembourg joins artillery coalition and will buy drones for Ukraine Luxembourg has joined the artillery coalition. It will also buy drones for Ukraine. 1 111 6 World

шольц Scholz announces creation of long-range rocket artillery coalition for Ukraine German Chancellor Olaf Scholz announces the creation of a long-range rocket artillery coalition for Ukraine. 16 317 75 World

окупанти Eleven occupiers die under shelling on road near Stepove. VIDEO Soldiers of the 47th Separate Mechanised Brigade destroyed an assault group of eleven occupants moving along the road towards Stepove near Avdiivka. 20 411 39 Previously in trend: War

богдана Armor of Ukrainian self-propelled howitzer "Bohdana" withstood Lancet attack and saved lives of crew. VIDEO&PHOTOS After a direct hit from a Russian Lancet, the Bohdana self-propelled howitzer was damaged but saved the lives of Ukrainian soldiers. 18 988 17 Previously in trend: War

рустем,умєров Air defense, artillery, drones, and more: Umierov tells about Ramstein-19 meeting During the 19th meeting of the Ramstein contact group, the issues of supplying Ukraine with air defense systems, artillery shells and drones were discussed. 6 022 14 World