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The latest updates from the Armed Forces HQ highlight significant operations carried out by the Ukraine Defense Forces. On December 31, Ukraine's Defense Forces struck the Tuapse oil refinery in Russia’s Krasnodar Krai, showcasing strategic targeting of enemy infrastructure. Additionally, intense combat engagements continue, with recent reports indicating 58 clashes on the frontline. Areas such as Pokrovsk and Huliaipole are experiencing increased enemy assaults. The cumulative combat losses for the Russian Federation are significant, with over 1.2 million personnel eliminated since the start of the war. Strategic hits on enemy facilities, including oil refineries in the Samara and Yaroslavl regions, highlight ongoing efforts to disrupt the enemy's logistical capabilities.

What are the recent operational successes of Ukraine's Defense Forces?

Recent operational successes include strikes on the Tuapse oil refinery in Russia and significant losses inflicted on Russian forces. The Ukrainian Defense Forces have successfully targeted various enemy facilities, notably in Krasnodar Krai and the Yaroslavl region. These strategic strikes, along with intense combat engagements on the frontline, demonstrate Ukraine's persistent efforts to weaken enemy capabilities and maintain territorial integrity amid ongoing hostilities.

How many combat engagements have been reported recently by the Armed Forces HQ?

There have been numerous combat engagements recorded recently. As of December 31, the Armed Forces HQ has reported 58 engagements on the frontline in a single day. The conflict remains particularly intense in areas such as Pokrovsk and Huliaipole, where Ukrainian forces are holding back assaults by Russian invaders, maintaining defensive positions amidst significant confrontations.

What losses has the Russian Federation incurred according to recent reports?

As of the latest reports, the combat losses of the Russian Federation are vast. Approximately 1,207,910 Russian personnel have been eliminated since the onset of the war according to the Ukrainian Defense Forces. This figure underscores the ongoing heavy toll on Russian forces as they sustain continued casualties in the conflict with Ukrainian defenders actively resisting their advances on numerous fronts.

Which areas are facing the most intense combat according to the General Staff of Ukraine?

Pokrovsk and Huliaipole are currently experiencing the most intense combat situations according to reports from the General Staff of Ukraine. These areas have been hotspots for confrontations, with the occupying forces launching persistent assaults. Ukrainian defense efforts remain strong in these regions, aiming to repel attacks and maintain control amid the challenging war conditions.

What strategic targets have been hit by the Ukrainian Defense Forces?

The Ukrainian Defense Forces have strategically targeted numerous enemy sites, including crucial infrastructure such as oil refineries in Krasnodar Krai and the Yaroslavl region of Russia. These operations aim to disrupt logistical support and weaken enemy resilience. Damage to significant facilities underscores targeted efforts to undermine the operational capabilities of Russian forces actively engaged in the conflict.

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AFU 98 clashes recorded over past 24 hours, - General Staff of Armed Forces of Ukraine In total, 98 combat clashes were recorded over the past day, January 1. 343 1 Previously in trend: General Staff report

report of the General Staff Total combat losses of Russian Federation since start of war - about 1,209,880 people (+910 per day), 11,494 tanks, 35,720 artillery systems, 23,851 armoured combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Defence Forces have eliminated 1,209,880 Russian occupiers. 4 453 10 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

General Staff rejects Russian claim of strike on Khorly in occupied Kherson region Russians accuse Ukraine of strike on Khorly in temporarily occupied territories of Kherson region. General Staff: "AFU hit only Russian military targets" Russians claimed there was an alleged strike on the village of Khorly in the temporarily occupied territories of the Kherson region and accused the Ukrainian Armed Forces. The General Staff stressed that the Defense Forces comply with international humanitarian law and strike only Russian military targets. 5 815 31 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas

strikes on the Russian Federation Ilsky Refinery, oil installations in Tatarstan and number of enemy targets in occupied Donetsk region were hit, - General Staff On the night of January 1, units of the Ukrainian Defense Forces struck a number of important enemy targets. 1 599 5 Previously in trend: Drone attack on Russian regions

131 combat clashes in a day The General Staff spoke about the situation on the front More than 130 clashes per day at front, 33 enemy assaults repulsed in Pokrovsk direction, - General Staff. MAP In total, 131 combat engagements were recorded on the front line over the past day, December 31. 310 1 Previously in trend: Battles in the east of Ukraine

Russian female stormtrooper Total combat losses of Russian Federation since start of war - approximately 1,208,970 personnel (+1,060 per day), 11,488 tanks, 35,678 artillery systems, 23,849 armoured combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Defence Forces have eliminated 1,208,970 Russian occupiers. 3 678 15 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

General Staff: Defense Forces hit Tuapse refinery, Tamanneftegaz terminal General Staff: Defense Forces hit Tuapse refinery and other occupiers’ targets in Ukraine’s temporarily occupied territories On the night of December 31, units of Ukraine’s Defense Forces struck the Tuapse oil refinery in Russia’s Krasnodar Krai. 1 203 7 Previously in trend: Drone attack on Russian regions UAV attack on oil refinery of Russia

зсу, військові General Staff: 58 combat engagements recorded on frontline since start of day Since the start of Wednesday, December 31, 58 combat engagements have been recorded on the frontline. The invaders continue to assault the positions of Ukrainian defenders. 239 2 Previously in trend: General Staff report Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

What is happening on the front line on 31 December: General Staff reports Occupiers attacking most intensely in Pokrovsk and Huliaipole directions, - General Staff of AFU. MAP On 30 December, 149 combat clashes between the Defence Forces and Russian occupiers were recorded on the front line. 474 0 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Hostilities in south

Destruction of Russian automotive equipment Total combat losses of Russian Federation since beginning of war - about 1,207,910 people (+1,000 per day), 11,481 tanks, 35,642 artillery systems, 23,845 armored combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Armed Forces have eliminated 1,207,910 Russian occupiers. 3 606 11 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Soldiers from the 92nd Brigade eliminated a Russian assault group in a forest during a firefight Total combat losses of the Russian Federation since start of war - approximately 1,206,910 personnel (+1,220 per day), 11,477 tanks, 35,589 artillery systems, 23,841 armoured combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Defence Forces have eliminated 1,206,910 Russian occupiers. 3 628 10 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

Destruction of Russian equipment Total combat losses of the Russian Federation since start of war - about 1,205,690 people (+1,180 per day), 11,472 tanks, 35,570 artillery systems, 23,837 armoured combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Defence Forces have eliminated 1,205,690 Russian occupiers. 3 477 10 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

Defense forces hit Syzran refinery What is known Syzran Oil Refinery in Samara region of Russian Federation and number of important facilities of Russian occupiers were hit, - General Staff On the night of December 28, units of the Ukrainian Defense Forces struck the Syzran oil refinery in the Samara region of the Russian Federation. 2 808 11 Previously in trend: UAV attack on oil refinery of Russia

Another 1,200 Russians were destroyed in a day. Total combat losses of Russian Federation since beginning of war - about 1,204,510 people (+1,200 per day), 11,469 tanks, 35,557 artillery systems, 23,831 armored combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Defense Forces have eliminated 1,204,510 Russian occupiers. 3 968 15 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

Russian combat losses in the war against Ukraine exceeded 1.2 million people — General Staff Total combat losses of Russian Federation since beginning of war - about 1,203,310 people (+1,240 per day), 11,464 tanks, 35,542 artillery systems, 23,823 armored combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Armed Forces have eliminated 1,203,310 Russian occupiers. 3 556 7 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

General Staff: Defense Forces hit targets in occupied Donetsk region Number of enemy logistics facilities and special forces hit – General Staff. PHOTO Units of Ukraine’s Defense Forces, on the night of December 26, 2025, struck enemy targets in the temporarily occupied territory of the Donetsk region, a concentration of personnel from the 14th Special Purpose Brigade in the settlement of Berdyanske, and a warehouse of materiel and technical supplies of the 228th Motor Rifle Regiment in the Starobesheve area. 3 601 0 Previously in trend: General Staff report

Armed Forces of Ukraine Since start of day, 112 combat engagements recorded, most in Lyman and Pokrovsk directions – General Staff Russian invaders continue assaulting the positions of Ukrainian defenders. Since the start of the day, 112 combat engagements have been recorded. 322 0 Previously in trend: General Staff report

Fighting on the front line: the General Staff reported on the situation Russia is pressing in Pokrovsk direction, attacking near Kostiantynivka, - General Staff of Armed Forces of Ukraine. MAP Over the past day, 121 combat clashes were recorded on the front line, where the Defence Forces are defending Ukraine from Russian occupiers. 1 278 1 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Hostilities in south

Russia’s combat losses in the war with Ukraine — statistics and infographics Total combat losses of Russian Federation since start of war - about 1,202,070 people (+840 per day), 11,459 tanks, 35,509 artillery systems, 23,804 armoured combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Defence Forces have eliminated 1,202,070 Russian occupiers. 3 397 6 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

General Staff: 115 clashes on front, 26 in Pokrovsk direction Pokrovsk direction sees 26 attacks, 48 occupiers killed. 115 clashes on front overall – General Staff Since the start of the day, 115 combat engagements have taken place along the frontline, including 26 in the Pokrovsk direction. 471 2 Previously in trend: Situation at front General Staff report

Drone attack on the Novoshakhtinsk oil products plant Storm Shadow attacked Novoshakhtinsk oil products plant, - General Staff of Armed Forces of Ukraine On 25 December, the Ukrainian Defence Forces successfully attacked the Novoshakhtinsk oil products plant in the Rostov region of the Russian Federation. 8 005 47 Previously in trend: Striking Russia

Attack on Russia on December 25: General Staff reveals details Maykop airfield, Temryuk port, and ruscists’ repair unit were struck by Defense Forces, - General Staff Ukrainian defense forces struck the Temryuk seaport, the Maykop airfield, and a Russian repair unit. 1 799 4 Previously in trend: Striking Russia

General Staff: Russia’s losses in the war against Ukraine have reached 1,201,230 military personnel Total combat losses of Russian Federation since start of war - about 1,201,230 people (+860 per day), 11,456 tanks, 35,435 artillery systems, 23,801 armoured combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Defence Forces have eliminated 1,201,230 Russian occupiers. 3 552 7 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

Armed Forces of Ukraine 130 combat engagements took place along frontline, most in Pokrovsk direction, General Staff says Since the start of the day, as of 10:00 p.m., 130 combat engagements have taken place along the frontline. 305 1 Previously in trend: General Staff report Situation in the Pokrovsk direction

Armed Forces of Ukraine Frontline sees 52 combat clashes, fighting ongoing near Siversk area in Sloviansk direction – General Staff Since the start of Wednesday, December 24, there have been 52 combat clashes along the frontline. 329 0 Previously in trend: General Staff report Fighting in the Sloviansk direction

The situation on the front as of 24 December 126 combat engagements on front line: "hottest" in Pokrovsk direction, 17 enemy attacks repelled near Huliaipole and in direction of Dobropillia, - General Staff. MAP In total, 126 combat clashes were recorded on the front line over the past day, 23 December. 397 0 Previously in trend: Battles in the east of Ukraine

Russian losses in the war against Ukraine exceeded 1.2 million people Total combat losses of Russian Federation since beginning of war - about 1,200,370 people (+1,090 per day), 11,449 tanks, 35,376 artillery systems, 23,796 armored combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Defense Forces have eliminated 1,200,370 Russian occupiers. 3 893 16 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

Ukraine war latest: General Staff: forces withdrew from Siversk today. Ukrainian forces withdraw from Siversk in Donetsk region – General Staff To preserve soldiers’ lives and maintain unit combat effectiveness, Ukrainian defenders withdrew from the town of Siversk in the Donetsk region. 12 370 113 Previously in trend: Battles in the east of Ukraine

General Staff: 67 combat engagements reported on Dec. 23 Combat clashes reported in Pokrovsk direction, six enemy attacks repelled near Huliaipole, General Staff says Since the start of the day on December 23, 67 combat engagements have taken place on the front line. 328 1 Previously in trend: Battles in the east of Ukraine

report of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 190 combat engagements recorded on front line, 56 of them in Pokrovsk direction – General Staff From the beginning of this day, as of 10:00 p.m., 190 combat engagements took place on the front. 264 0 Previously in trend: General Staff report

briefing by the General Staff 100 combat clashes recorded along front line, half of them in Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka directions – General Staff As of 4:00  p.m. on December 22, the total number of combat clashes along the front line stands at 100. 221 0 Previously in trend: General Staff report

Russia’s losses in the war against Ukraine exceeded 1.19 million people Total combat losses of Russian Federation since start of war - about 1,196,740 people (+1,120 per day), 11,438 tanks, 35,308 artillery systems, 23,772 armoured combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Defence Forces have eliminated 1,197,860 Russian occupiers. 3 635 14 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

Russian tank on fire Total combat losses of Russian Federation since beginning of war - about 1,196,740 people (+1,130 per day), 11,435 tanks, 35,298 artillery systems, 23,770 armoured combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Defence Forces have eliminated 1,196,740 Russian occupiers. 4 012 20 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

The Armed Forces of Ukraine struck the Russian radar system in Crimea RSP-6M2 radar hit in temporarily occupied Crimea, - General Staff In the temporarily occupied Crimea, the Russian RSP-6M2 radar system has been damaged. 1 564 5 Previously in trend: Striking Russia

General Staff’s report General Staff: 52 clashes reported on frontline, most in Kostiantynivka direction Since the start of the day, as of 4:00 p.m., 52 combat clashes have taken place along the front. 305 1 Previously in trend: Situation at front General Staff report

The Armed Forces of Ukraine successfully repelled enemy attacks on four fronts Enemy continues to exert pressure on the Kostiantynivka, Pokrovsk, Oleksandrivka, and Huliaipole directions, - General Staff. MAP Ukrainian defenders are steadfastly holding back the occupiers' advance, inflicting significant losses on the enemy. Over the past 24 hours, 193 combat engagements have been recorded on the front line. 540 3 Previously in trend: Fighting in Huliaipillia direction Kostiantynivka direction

War in Ukraine: Russian army losses exceed 1.19 million people Total combat losses of Russian Federation since beginning of war - about 1,194,520 people (+1,220 per day), 11,433 tanks, 35,250 artillery systems, 23,768 armored combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Armed Forces have eliminated 1,193,300 Russian occupiers. 3 983 14 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

General Staff’s report Front line sees 183 combat engagements, 46 of them in Pokrovsk direction – General Staff Since the beginning of the day, as of 10:00 p.m., 183 combat engagements have taken place along the frontline. 338 1 Previously in trend: General Staff report

Armed Forces of Ukraine. 98 combat engagements recorded at frontline, most in Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka directions – General Staff Since the beginning of the day, as of 4:00 p.m., 98 combat engagements have taken place along the front line. 243 0 Previously in trend: General Staff report

Strikes on occupiers’ targets in the TOT: details Russian UAV warehouse and ruscists’ air defence systems hit in occupied territories, - General Staff of AFU. VIDEO The defence forces struck a number of air defence facilities, a UAV storage facility and other facilities belonging to the Russian occupiers. 3 859 3 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

General Staff: Armed Forces of Ukraine eliminated over 1.19 million Russian occupiers Total combat losses of Russian Federation since beginning of war - about 1,193,300 people (+950 per day), 1,432 tanks, 35,232 artillery systems, 23,758 armored combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Armed Forces have eliminated 1,193,300 Russian occupiers. 3 476 20 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

General Staff briefing 87 combat engagements since start of day: Pokrovsk direction remains most intense Since the start of the day, as of now, 87 combat engagements have taken place along the front line. 241 0 Previously in trend: Battles in the east of Ukraine

Russian tank on fire Total combat losses of Russian Federation since beginning of war - about 1,192,350 people (+1,730 per day), 11,427 tanks, 35,205 artillery systems, 23,758 armoured combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Defence Forces have eliminated 1,192,350 Russian occupiers. 3 907 34 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

The losses of Russian army exceeded 1.19 million people Total combat losses of Russian Federation since start of war - about 1,190,620 people (+1,150 per day), 2 submarines, 11,421 tanks, 35,172 artillery systems, 23,737 armoured combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Defence Forces have eliminated 1,190,620 Russian occupiers. 4 606 23 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

Russia’s losses in the war against Ukraine: over 1.18 million eliminated Total combat losses of Russian Federation since start of war - about 1,189,470 people (+980 per day), 11,412 tanks, 35,105 artillery systems, 23,731 armoured combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Defence Forces have eliminated 1,189,470 Russian occupiers. 4 447 18 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

attack on oil refinery in Russia Afipsky oil refinery, oil depot in Uryupinsk and number of enemy targets in occupied territory have been hit, - General Staff Units of the Ukrainian Armed Forces have struck the Afipsky Oil Refinery (Krasnodar Krai, Russian Federation). 3 738 54 Previously in trend: Drone attack on Russian regions UAV attack on oil refinery of Russia

General Staff: Russian Army losses — 1,188,490 people Total combat losses of Russian Federation since beginning of war - about 1,188,490 people (+710 per day), 11,410 tanks, 35,041 artillery systems, 23,721 armored combat vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation, the Ukrainian Armed Forces have eliminated 1,188,490 Russian occupiers. 3 297 10 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers

afu 53 combat engagements on front line per day, including 12 attacks in Kostiantynivka direction and 19 in Pokrovsk direction Since the beginning of the day, there have been 53 combat clashes on the front line. Our defenders are stopping the enemy, holding their positions, and disrupting Russian plans. 380 1 Previously in trend: General Staff report