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The Air Assault Troops of Ukraine have been actively engaged in various critical operations. In a notable incident, the 81st Separate Airmobile Brigade effectively countered Russian attempts to cross the Siverskyi Donets River, maintaining control over areas near Dronivka. Meanwhile, the 7th Airborne Assault Corps showcased their prowess as drones eliminated a Russian soldier attempting to escape in a Pokrovsk forest, underlining the effectiveness of UAVs in modern warfare. Furthermore, the Defense Forces have been securing aggressive positions in Pokrovsk despite facing intensified Russian pressure. Strategic use of aerial reconnaissance and drone strikes remains pivotal, demonstrating the crucial role of air assault units in safeguarding Ukraine's sovereignty amidst ongoing conflicts.

What is the role of the Air Assault Troops in Ukraine's defense?

The Air Assault Troops play a pivotal role in Ukraine's defense by conducting air-mobile operations, securing strategic locations, and disrupting enemy advances. They frequently engage in reconnaissance, rapid response maneuvers, and direct combat, often leveraging UAV technology to enhance their operational capabilities and achieve tactical superiority in dynamic battlefields.

How are drones being used by the Air Assault Troops in Ukraine?

Drones have become an integral tool for the Air Assault Troops, utilized extensively for reconnaissance, targeting enemy positions, and executing precision strikes. These UAVs enhance situational awareness, provide real-time intelligence, and allow for effective management of resources in remote and challenging environments, particularly in operations like those seen in Pokrovsk and along the Siverskyi Donets River.

What challenges do the Air Assault Troops face in the Pokrovsk area?

The Air Assault Troops encounter numerous challenges in Pokrovsk, including intense Russian assaults aiming to penetrate and control the area. They face ongoing hostilities, requiring constant vigilance and adaptive strategies to maintain control. Other difficulties include unfavorable weather, which complicates logistics and operational planning. Despite these challenges, they persist in fortifying their positions and executing successful countermeasures.

How are Ukrainian forces maintaining their positions near Siverskyi Donets River?

Ukrainian forces, particularly the 81st Separate Airmobile Brigade, maintain their positions by leveraging strategic defensive operations and utilizing advanced technologies like drones for wide surveillance and attack precision. They actively monitor enemy movements, successfully counter attempted crossings by Russian forces, and engage in timely interventions to maintain tactical control of the region.

What is the significance of the Air Assault Troops' operations around Myrnohrad?

The operations around Myrnohrad are of high strategic importance, as controlling this area helps prevent Russian forces from gaining logistical advantages and penetrating deeper into Ukrainian territory. The Air Assault Troops employ aggressive defensive tactics to safeguard critical infrastructure and protect logistics corridors, ensuring that Ukraine's military presence remains unyielding against enemy advances in the region.

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Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction FPV drones of Armed Forces of Ukraine saved Ukrainian soldiers from captivity near Pokrovsk: enemy group destroyed. VIDEO Near Pokrovsk in Donetsk Oblast, drones saved Ukrainian soldiers from captivity. 9 874 13 Previously in trend: Russian assault on Pokrovsk direction

Soldiers of the 79th Brigade of the Airborne Forces shot down an enemy UAV in the Pokrovsk direction. FPV drone of 79th Brigade of Air Assault Forces caught up with and shot down occupiers’ "Molniya" in Pokrovsk direction. VIDEO A video has been published online showing a Ukrainian FPV drone chasing a Russian Molniya in the Pokrovsk direction. 2 824 9 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Soldiers of the 79th Airborne Brigade eliminated occupiers who were trying to break through to the centre of Myrnohrad. Drones of 79th Brigade of Air Assault Forces destroyed car with five occupiers in centre of Myrnohrad. VIDEO FPV drone operators from the 79th Separate Airborne Assault Brigade of the 7th Corps of the Airborne Forces destroyed a vehicle carrying occupiers in the centre of Myrnohrad. 5 097 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

The Armed Forces of Ukraine are destroying the occupiers Defence forces repelled an enemy assault in Hryshyne: armoured vehicles and dozen occupiers were destroyed, - 7th Corps of Airborne Forces. VIDEO In the area of responsibility of the 7th Corps of the Airborne Forces, the occupiers are increasing their activity in the direction of Hryshyne, northwest of Pokrovsk. 2 192 1 Previously in trend: Russian assault on Pokrovsk direction

Drone attacks Russian Joint strike by AAF and "Azov": group of occupiers attempting to gain foothold eliminated in Hryshyne. VIDEO Ukrainian defence forces continue to fight fiercely for the Pokrovsk agglomeration, demonstrating a high level of coordination between different branches of the military. According to Censor.NET, soldiers of the 7th Corps of the Airborne Assault Forces, in cooperation with the 1st Corps of the National Guard "Azov", carried out a successful operation to denazify the invaders. 4 766 6 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Shelling of Myrnohrad on 14 July 2024 Enemy is pressing on the northern part of Myrnohrad, with small arms fire in centre. Occupiers who infiltrated Hryshyne have been eliminated - 7th Corps of Airborne Assault Forces The enemy is increasing pressure on the northern part of Myrnohrad. Gun battles with the enemy continue in the city centre. 846 1 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Soldiers of the 147th Brigade of the Airborne Forces hit three occupiers in Pokrovsk Three Russian soldiers killed in industrial zone of Pokrovsk: combat operations of 147th Brigade of Airborne Forces. VIDEO In the north-west of Pokrovsk, Ukrainian drone operators from the 147th Separate Airborne Brigade of the 7th Corps of the Airborne Forces struck Russian infantry moving in the industrial zone. 4 587 3 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

UAV Drones of 7th Air Assault Corps eliminate nearly 500 occupiers in second ten-day period of January. VIDEO Service members of the UAV Systems Coordination Center of the 7th Rapid Response Corps of the Air Assault Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine eliminated or wounded 471 Russian occupiers between January 10 and 20. 1 237 0 Previously in trend: Enemy losses

Destruction of Russian air defence systems in the Sumy region Hunting Buks: two Russian SAM systems destroyed in North Slobozhanskyi direction. VIDEO In the Northern Slobozhanskyi direction, the Ukrainian Defense Forces dealt a painful blow to the occupiers’ air defense system. 3 980 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

DeepState Enemy is building up reserves in area of Siversk and Serebrianskyi Forest to capture Dronivka, - 81st separate airborne brigade The enemy continues to build up reserves in the area of Siversk and Serebrianskyi Forest for a further offensive and capture of the village of Dronivka. 853 3 Previously in trend: Fighting in the Sloviansk direction

Ukrainian recon units clear area in Pokrovsk direction Over course of day, fighters of 132nd battalion advanced 900 meters in Pokrovsk direction. VIDEO Over the course of the day, ground units of the 132nd Separate Reconnaissance Battalion carried out a clearance operation in the Pokrovsk direction. 2 953 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Destruction of a Russian drone 80th Brigade paratroopers shoot down enemy Forpost UAV worth $7.5m over Sumy region. VIDEO Air defense troops of the 80th Separate Air Assault Halytska Brigade (8th Air Assault Corps) continue to demonstrate high effectiveness in protecting Ukrainian skies. Recently over Sumy region, they destroyed one of the most expensive and rarest targets in Russia’s drone arsenal — a Forpost reconnaissance UAV. 3 727 7 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment

Soldiers of the 77th Brigade of the Airborne Forces destroyed enemy personnel in the Kupiansk direction Paratroopers of 77th Brigade eliminated nine occupiers in Kupiansk direction. VIDEO Ukrainian drone operators from the 77th Separate Airborne Brigade continue to clear the Kupiansk direction of the enemy. 2 793 1 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Elimination of Russian occupiers Fighting in the Kupіansk direction

Soldiers of the 46th Airborne Brigade destroyed the occupiers’ equipment and personnel Fighters of 46th Podillia Airmobile Brigade hit enemy equipment and 11 ruscists with drones. VIDEO Podillia paratroopers destroyed armored vehicles, a ground robotic system, and the occupiers' infantry. 4 190 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

SOF in Pokrovsk Defense Forces hold back enemy in Pokrovsk, enemy unable to conduct direct assaults on Hryshyne – 7th Air Assault Corps. VIDEO Since the beginning of December, as a result of active assault operations, Russia’s operational reserve—units of the 76th Pskov Air Assault Division, has already suffered significant losses. This is forcing the enemy to deploy additional units to sustain its offensive potential. According to available information, in the Pokrovsk direction, Russia wants to replenish its losses by the end of January in several stages. 2 180 0 Previously in trend: Russian assault on Pokrovsk direction Situation in the Pokrovsk direction

paratroopers who had been holding their position from March to December Faces of true heroes: story of paratroopers who had been holding their position for 255 days. VIDEO What does a person who has spent eight and a half months continuously on the front line look like? What does a hero who held an observation post in the "reddest" zone from March to December look like? The answers to these questions can be found in a striking video about the combat work of the fighters of the 7th Rapid Response Corps of the Airborne Assault Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 4 950 11 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

The situation near Dronivka is becoming increasingly tense. What is known? Situation in Dronivka area is worsening daily. Enemy is deploying deployment points in Serebrianskyi forestry, - 81st Brigade The situation in the Dronivka area in the Sloviansk direction is escalating daily. 2 903 12 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Fighting in the Sloviansk direction

DeepState Situation in Dronivka area is escalating, enemy is accumulating reserves in Siversk area, - 81st Brigade The situation in the Dronivka area in the Sloviansk direction is escalating daily. 2 383 3 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east

Grad strike hits enemy assault preparations in Pokrovsk’s Shakhtarskyi district Sicheslav paratroopers of 25th Brigade strike occupiers with Grad MLRS in Pokrovsk’s Shakhtarskyi microdistrict. VIDEO Reconnaissance detected an enemy rotation and preparations for assault operations in the Shakhtarskyi microdistrict of Pokrovsk. 4 295 1 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Russian assault on Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Elimination of Russian occupiers

Airborne Forces soldiers destroy enemy equipment and personnel on the Shevchenko-Pokrovsk road Shevchenko–Pokrovsk road becomes corridor of losses for occupiers as Air Assault Forces artillery and drones kill enemy. VIDEO The Shevchenko–Pokrovsk road has become a logistics corridor for Russian forces and, at the same time, a site of significant losses. 5 021 1 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Soldiers of the 7th Corps of the Airborne Forces destroy occupiers in Pokrovsk despite enemy offensive actions Ukrainian defenders of 7th Airborne Corps kill enemy in Pokrovsk. VIDEO Fighting continues in Pokrovsk: Defence forces are tracking the enemy and launching strikes. 3 217 1 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

pokrovsk Enemy wants to infiltrate northern part of Pokrovsk and is gathering forces to advance towards Hryshyne, - 7th Airborne Corps The enemy has intensified its attempts to infiltrate the northern part of Pokrovsk, above the railway, with assault groups. However, the Defence Forces are stopping the enemy's efforts. 544 1 Previously in trend: Russian assault on Pokrovsk direction

Fighting in the Sumy region Enemy is trying to create foothold for attack on Khotyn, which poses threat to Sumy, - 78th Brigade In the North Slobozhanskyi direction, in the area of responsibility of the 78th separate airborne assault brigade of the 7th Airborne Brigade of the Airborne Forces, the enemy is trying to create a foothold for further offensive actions in the direction of the village of Khotyn. 3 378 24 Previously in trend: Russian assault on the Sumy region border

Pokrovsk Enemy assault group was eliminated, which tried to covertly break through to positions of SAB in Pokrovsk. VIDEO In the northern part of Pokrovsk, the enemy attempted to storm the positions of units of the 25th Separate Airborne Brigade of the 7th Corps of the Airborne Forces. 6 452 3 Previously in trend: Russian assault on Pokrovsk direction

Soldiers of the 46th Airborne Brigade of the Airborne Assault Forces repelled an assault by occupiers in the Pokrovsk direction Soldiers of 46th Brigade of Airborne Assault Forces repelled massive assault by occupiers in Pokrovsk direction. VIDEO In the area of responsibility of the 46th separate airborne Podilsk brigade of AAF of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the occupiers made another attempt at a massive assault using armoured vehicles in the Pokrovsk direction. 3 783 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Repelling assault

forest, Serebrianskyi Enemy accumulating resources in Serebrianskyi Forest and wants to bypass Dronivka, - 81st Airborne Brigade The enemy is trying to accumulate resources in the Serebrianskyi Forest. The situation around Dronivka remains tense. 839 5 Previously in trend: Fighting in the Serebrianskyi Forest

Fighting for Myrnohrad Defence forces are holding back enemy near Hryshyne, and fighting continues in Myrnohrad, - 7th Airborne Corps. VIDEO Defence forces repel the assault on Hryshyne, the situation in Myrnohrad is complicated. 1 410 1 Previously in trend: Russian assault on Pokrovsk direction

DeepState Russia is attempting to infiltrate Dronivka in small groups and bypass Ukrainian Armed Forces positions via Siversk-Zakitne road, - 81st Separate Airborne Brigade The overall situation in the area of responsibility of the 81st Airborne Brigade remains tense. The enemy again unsuccessfully attempted to cross the Siverskyi Donets River. 982 0 Previously in trend: Fighting in the Serebrianskyi Forest

pokrovsk Russian army is trying to increase pressure on northern outskirts of Pokrovsk, - 7th Airborne Assault Corps Russian troops are attempting to increase pressure on the northern outskirts of Pokrovsk, and subsequently storm the village of Hryshyne. 481 0 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Myrnohrad Ukrainian forces fully control northern and central parts of Myrnohrad, 7th Corps says Ukraine’s Defense Forces fully control the northern and central parts of Myrnohrad in the Donetsk region. 3 619 4 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Airborne Assault Forces. Russians try to cross Siverskyi Donets daily: situation near Dronivka under Ukrainian control – Air Assault Forces. VIDEO Russian forces continue attempts to cross the Siverskyi Donets River and carry out raids toward Dronivka, but the situation in the area of responsibility of the 81st Separate Airmobile Brigade remains under control. 2 628 1

Soldiers of the 7th Corps of the Airborne Forces eliminated an occupier who pretended to be dead in the forest near Pokrovsk. Ruscist played dead in forest but was eliminated by 7th Air Assault Corps drones. VIDEO A Russian infantryman was eliminated in the snow-covered forest of Pokrovsk by soldiers of the 7th Corps of the Airborne Assault Forces. 6 000 8 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of the occupiers Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Elimination of Russian occupiers

The situation in the Pokrovsk direction as of 28 December Defence forces are holding their positions in Pokrovsk agglomeration and strengthening their forces in key directions. VIDEO Active combat operations continue in the Pokrovsk agglomeration, but the Ukrainian Defence Forces are confidently holding their positions and building up their forces to counter enemy pressure. 2 240 1 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

myrnohrad Russian troops have increased pressure on Myrnohrad due to failures near Pokrovsk, - Airborne Assault Brigade. VIDEO Russian occupation forces intensified their offensive operations in the Myrnohrad direction after failing to establish control over Pokrovsk.  1 393 2 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

The occupiers are trying to force the Siverskyi Donets River in the Bakhmut direction 81st Brigade strikes occupiers with drones as they attempt to force Siverskyi Donets River. VIDEO The 81st Separate Airborne Brigade of the Assault Troops of the Armed Forces of Ukraine notes that recently there have been increased attempts by Russians to cross the Siverskyi Donets River by boats in order to capture Serebrianka and Dronivka. 5 195 4 Previously in trend: Situation in the Donetsk and Luhansk regions

Ukraine drone video shows BM-21 Grad hit with full rocket load near Myrnohrad 79th Brigade drones destroy occupiers’ Grad MLRS with full ammunition load in Donetsk region. VIDEO Strike drone operators of the combat unmanned system of the 79th Separate Air Assault Tavriia Brigade of the 7th Rapid Response Corps hit a BM-21 Grad multiple launch rocket system with a full load of missiles. 4 602 5 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Russia is trying to capture Serebrianka and Dronivka — the Armed Forces of Ukraine are holding their ground Extremely difficult situation near Siversk: fighting for Serebrianka continues, - 7th Corps of AAF. VIDEO Russian troops are attempting to transport personnel across the Siverskyi Donets River. Units of the 81st Brigade are successfully destroying boats along with the occupiers. 2 584 0 Previously in trend: Situation in the Donetsk region Fighting in the Serebrianskyi Forest

Fighters of the 7th Airborne Corps eliminated an occupier with a strike drone in the Donetsk direction. FPV drone "stuck" to occupier and blew him up: combat work of 7th Airborne Corps. VIDEO Pilots from the 7th Airborne Assault Corps showed footage of the elimination of an occupier with an FPV drone in the Donetsk direction. 5 966 13 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of the occupiers Elimination of Russian occupiers

The Russians used about 20 drones against Ukrainian paratroopers in the Pokrovsk direction. 25th Airborne Brigade withstood attack of Russians: swarm of 20 drones in 2 minutes in Pokrovsk. VIDEO Russian troops continue their intense assault on Ukrainian defences in Pokrovsk. 7 558 14 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Soldiers hit a cluster of occupiers’ equipment near Pokrovsk Defence forces destroyed Russian equipment near Pokrovsk: air defence systems, tanks and armoured vehicles were destroyed. VIDEO The Lazar special unit of the Ukrainian National Guard demonstrated high efficiency during a strike on a concentration of enemy armoured vehicles in Donetsk Oblast. 6 375 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Destruction of the occupiers Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

The Airborne Assault Forces published a video showing the occupier pointing out his wounded comrades among the trees. "All landings are littered with corpses, f#ck": occupier whines and films dead comrades in forest. VIDEO A video has been published online showing an occupier whining and sharing his impressions of his dead comrades scattered across a forest strip. 16 253 38 Previously in trend: Destruction of the occupiers Elimination of Russian occupiers

What is happening in Pokrovsk and Myrnohrad? Isolated cases of enemy infiltration on approaches to "upper" Myrnohrad being recorded, - AAF. VIDEO Defence forces are blocking attempts by the occupiers to advance towards Pokrovsk. Soldiers are continuing measures to stabilise and expand the logistics corridor to Myrnohrad. 2 192 2 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Battles for Pokrovsk Defence forces control north of Pokrovsk. Here, enemy has lost momentum, - 7th Airborne Corps The enemy is unable to break through Ukrainian defences in the north of Pokrovsk and is using tube artillery. 1 682 1 Previously in trend: Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

awol After AWOL, soldiers are sent to all combat brigades, including assault units, - General Staff Servicemen who returned to reserve battalions after leaving their units without permission (AWOL) are being sent to all combat brigades that need personnel reinforcements, including the Airborne Assault Troops and assault units. 4 452 52 Previously in trend: Returning to the Armed Forces after AWOL AWOL in AFU Training of soldiers in brigades

Transfer through the AWOL: only to assault troops Soldiers were warned that it would only be possible to transfer through AWOL to assault troops, - media Ukrainian military personnel have been warned that transferring through the AWOL will become much more difficult. Brigades warn that the General Staff has changed the mechanism for returning from the AWOL. 10 498 119 Previously in trend: Returning to the Armed Forces after AWOL

Assault troops cleared 20 occupiers during their special operation. "Minus 20. You shot them all": elimination of occupiers by fighters of 132nd Battalion of Armed Forces of Ukraine. VIDEO The combat operation of the CG132 group of the 132nd Separate Reconnaissance Battalion of the Airborne Forces of Ukraine ended with the elimination of the occupiers in a firefight in the area of responsibility. 8 780 12 Previously in trend: Destruction of the occupiers 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. 5 444 2 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Destruction of the occupiers Elimination of Russian occupiers

Myrnohrad Ukrainian Armed Forces pull back to more advantageous lines near Myrnohrad to preserve soldiers’ lives – 7th Corps of Air Assault Forces By decision of the command, Defense Forces units carried out an organised manoeuvre in the area of the villages of Lysivka and Sukhyi Yar near Myrnohrad, in the Pokrovsk direction. 9 789 71 Previously in trend: Situation in the Pokrovsk direction