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Fighting in the east

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The fighting in eastern Ukraine shows no signs of abating as Russian and Ukrainian forces remain locked in a fierce struggle. Daily combat engagements exceed 200, with significant action concentrated in the Pokrovsk and Lyman directions. Ukrainian Defense Forces have launched counteroffensive operations, liberating territories around Dobropillia and thwarting Russian advances near Yampil and the Chasiv Yar region. Despite heavy fighting, the Ukrainian military continues to repel assaults while employing strategic maneuvers to stabilize the front lines. The Azov Brigade's successful defense and intelligence reports highlight intense battles along key points, including Sloviansk and Kostiantynivka. As Russian forces intensify their military efforts, the Defense Forces of Ukraine remain resilient, focusing on counterattacking and preventing the occupiers from gaining further leverage.

What are the main areas of conflict in eastern Ukraine?

The eastern Ukraine conflict primarily centers around zones like Pokrovsk, Lyman, Donetsk, and their surroundings. Ukrainian Defense Forces are engaged in numerous daily battles to fend off Russian advances in these critical regions, employing counteroffensive strategies to reclaim territories and maintain stabilization.

How has the Ukrainian Defense Forces' strategy evolved recently?

Recently, the Ukrainian Defense Forces have adopted a proactive approach, launching counteroffensives in areas like Dobropillia to regain control. They have focused on repelling Russian advances, stabilizing front lines, and employing tactical maneuvers to dismantle enemy operations effectively.

What challenges do Ukrainian forces face in the Pokrovsk direction?

Ukrainian forces in Pokrovsk face persistent challenges from relentless Russian attacks aimed at gaining territorial control. Despite high engagement numbers, Defense Forces manage to conduct countermeasures, engaging enemy units and stabilizing positions within the besieged region, highlighting the intense nature of local conflicts.

Which military units are prominently involved in the eastern Ukraine battles?

Key military units engaged in the eastern Ukraine battles include Ukraine's National Guard's Azov Brigade and the Defense Forces in sectors like Pokrovsk and Lyman. These units are noted for their defensive successes and strategic counteroffensive operations against Russian incursions, demonstrating notable resilience and tactical proficiency.

How does Russia's military strategy impact the situation in eastern Ukraine?

Russia's military strategy significantly impacts eastern Ukraine by intensifying pressure on Ukrainian positions through frequent assaults and extensive maneuvers. Their efforts aim to consolidate gains in strategically important areas, prompting the Ukrainian forces to adapt with rapid counteroffensives to hinder Russian advancements effectively.

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What is happening in the Pokrovsk direction? Summary from the General Staff 48 Russian attacks stopped in Pokrovsk direction, with total of 132 clashes during day, - General Staff. MAP 132 combat clashes were recorded on the front line during 30 October 2025. 619 1 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Hostilities in south Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

What is happening on the front line on 24 October? Where are the battles taking place? 120 clashes took place on front line. Most of them - in Pokrovsk, Sloviansk and Oleksandrivka directions. MAP On 23 October, there were 120 combat clashes between the Defence Forces and Russian occupation troops. 417 1 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Hostilities in south Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Hostilities in Lyman sector

What is happening on the front line? General Staff report 126 combat clashes took place on front line over past day. 50 - in Pokrovsk direction, - General Staff. MAP Over the past day, there have been 126 combat clashes between Ukrainian Defence Forces and Russian invaders. 308 0 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Hostilities in south Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Hostilities in Lyman sector

Zelenskyy Zelenskyy expects real ceasefire and believes Russia’s current eastern offensive will be its last – Politico At a closed meeting with members of the Servant of the People party, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy suggested that the current Russian offensive in eastern Ukraine could be Russia’s last major ground operation in the war, with peace talks expected in 2026. 4 103 34 Previously in trend: Peace negotiations Fighting in the east

enemy offensive in the east Intensity of enemy attacks in east has increased by 30%, - "East" grouping of troops In the eastern direction, Russian troops increased the intensity of their attacks by 30%, which is explained by weather conditions. 437 0 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east

What is happening at the front? The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine told about the fighting Russia increases number of attacks in Pokrovsk direction. Total of 182 combat engagements on frontline - Ukrainian Armed Forces General Staff. MAPS On October 14, Ukrainian defense forces engaged in 182 combat clashes with Russian occupiers. 369 0 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Hostilities in south

Enemy seized a salient in the area of Myrne, Perebudova and Komar Russian troops take salient near Myrne, Perebudova and Komar in Donetsk region – DeepState Russian occupiers have taken a salient near the settlements of Myrne, Perebudova and Komar in Volnovakha district, Donetsk region. The Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) lost these positions several days ago 6 296 8 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east

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. 3 444 3 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Situation in Dobropillia direction

Zelenskyy spoke about the failure of the Russian offensive In summer, Russians told United States and others that they would occupy Donbas by October, but now our troops are moving forward, - Zelenskyy President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that this is not the first time that the Russian military has failed to carry out Putin's order to occupy Donbas. 1 933 11 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Hostilities in south

Механізована атака РФ на Володимирівку Enemy launches mechanized attack on Volodymyrivka in Donetsk region – DeepState. MAP On October 9, Russian forces launched several assaults on Volodymyrivka in Donetsk region. 2 348 2 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Situation in the Donetsk region

The Armed Forces of Ukraine repelled massive attacks by the Russian Federation on several fronts 200 combat engagements recorded on front line during day: most of them in Pokrovsk and Novopavlivka directions, - General Staff. MAP Over the past day, the Ukrainian Defence Forces engaged in 200 combat clashes with Russian occupiers. 399 1 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Hostilities in south

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy Putin lied to Trump, claiming he would seize eastern Ukraine in two months. Ukraine’s Armed Forces are dismantling these narratives – Zelenskyy Russian dictator Vladimir Putin lied to U.S. President Donald Trump, claiming that the Russian army would occupy Ukraine’s Pokrovsk in Donetsk within a month and, two months later, virtually the entire east of the country. 3 398 33 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Situation in the Pokrovsk direction

Zelenskyy held a meeting with the military. What did they talk about? Zelenskyy: 168.8 sq km liberated during Dobropillia counteroffensive operation. PHOTO President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting with the military. 2 439 10 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Hostilities in south Fighting in the Kupіansk direction

Syrskyi on the situation at the front Situation on front line is difficult: there are 160-190 battles every day. Defence forces have had some success recently, - Syrskyi The situation on the front line remains difficult, but the Defence Forces are making some progress and are conducting 15-20 assault operations every day. 466 2 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east

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. 5 177 6 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east

What is Ukraine’s strategy? Umerov answered Ukraine’s strategy is to prevent Russia from maneuvering at front - Umerov Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov said that the front line has been stabilized. 936 18 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Hostilities in south

Situation on the front line. Where the fighting continues on 19 September Defence forces prevent Russian Federation from carrying out offensive operations in Pokrovsk direction - General Staff Over the past day, the Defence Forces conducted 223 combat engagements with the Russian occupiers. 2 972 7 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Hostilities in south

The enemy in civilian clothing tried to infiltrate the settlement of Yampil Enemy, disguised as civilians, tried to infiltrate Yampil, - General Staff The enemy in civilian clothes, disguised as civilians, tried to infiltrate the settlement of Yampil and conduct sabotage activities in the rear of the Defence Forces. 6 067 39 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east

Russian soldiers are roaming around the village of Yampil, dressed in civilian clothes to disguise themselves. Russians managed to run into Yampil, but Defence Forces immediately began hunting them down, - DeepState Russians disguised as civilians have infiltrated Yampil. 5 816 37 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east

Battle of the third assault brigade with the occupiers 3rd SAB fighter expressed disappointment with his personal contribution to successful combat mission: "Only shot two b#stards, bitch!". VIDEO A video has been published online showing combat operations by assault troops from the 3rd Company "Karakurt Colony" and the 1st Company "Warriors Cartel" of the 2nd Mechanized Battalion, 3rd Separate Assault Brigade (SAB). 6 574 16 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east

What’s happening on the front lines? Report on 11 September Defence forces engaged in 205 combat encounters with occupiers. More than third - in Pokrovsk direction. MAP On 10 September, 205 combat clashes between the Ukrainian Defence Forces and Russian occupiers were recorded. 778 0 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Hostilities in south

Combat operations in the Serebryansky Forestry. What is known? Ruscists try to push Defense Forces out of Serebriankyi forestry – DeepState Russian occupation forces continue to exert pressure on Ukrainian defensive positions in the Serebriankyi forestry area of Luhansk region. 3 385 1 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east

Sloviansk Russia seeks to establish fire control over Sloviansk’s northern outskirts – Dnipro OSGT Russian occupying troops are continuing attempts to establish fire control over the northern outskirts of the city of Sloviansk in Donetsk region and the access routes leading to it. 1 572 2 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Fightings in Kramatorsk direction

enemy shelling Occupiers have begun actively shelling Sloviansk-Izium highway with FPV drones, - DeepState. PHOTO In recent days, high activity of Russian drone crews has been recorded along the Sloviansk-Izium road. The enemy hit about 10 vehicles there per day. 5 475 12 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Hostilities in Kharkiv region

The situation in the Serebrianskyi Forestry Russian forces push back Defense Forces’ positions in Serebrianskyi forestry – Dnipro OSGT Russian forces have pushed back the Defense Forces’ positions in the Serebrianskyi forestry area. 1 245 5 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Fighting in the Serebrianskyi Forest

Zelenskyy reports positive results in Donbas We have very, very positive results in Donbas, details will be later, - Zelenskyy President Volodymyr Zelenskyy noted good results in long-range strikes against Russia. 7 413 76 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east

map Ruscists have advanced near Hryhorivka and Voskresenka in Donetsk region and Temyrivka in Zaporizhzhia region, - DeepState. MAPS Russian invaders are making progress in Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia regions. 6 290 8 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Fightings in the Zaporizhzhia direction

MAP Russian forces have occupied Novokhatske and Tolstoy and advanced near six settlements in Donetsk region - DeepState. MAP Russian invaders occupied two settlements in Donetsk region and advanced in a number of others. 5 997 17 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Updated DeepState maps

Russian SRGs entered Pokrovsk Elimination of Russian sabotage groups continues in Pokrovsk, - DeepState Units of the Defence Forces are clearing out enemy sabotage and reconnaissance groups in Pokrovsk. 8 092 30 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Russian assault on Pokrovsk direction Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

What is happening at the front. General Staff report on 10 July Yesterday, Russia attacked in Pokrovsk, Lyman and Novopavlivka sectors most of all, - General Staff. MAP The Ukrainian Defence Forces fought 201 combat engagements with the Russian occupiers on 9 July. 435 1 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

map "Occupiers crawl through fields and tree lines": DeepState on enemy advance near Zelena Dolyna in Donetsk region The Russian occupiers’ advance near Zelena Dolyna in Donetsk region did not come suddenly and did not happen all at once. 2 791 7 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east

Ukrainian soldiers broke out of encirclement near Rivnopil in Donetsk region 31st SMB fighters withdraw from ’pocket’ north of Rivnopil in Donetsk region – DeepState. MAP Soldiers of the 1st Mechanized Battalion of the 31st Separate Mechanized Brigade (SMB) have successfully withdrawn from a tactical encirclement north of Rivnopil, Donetsk region. 4 065 6 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east

DeepState Enemy makes significant advances near Shevchenko, Burlatske, and Vilne Pole – DeepState On the territory formerly held by the Vuhledar Tactical Group, the defense continues to rapidly collapse, and the enemy is making significant advances. 17 519 86 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east

Russian attacks in June Russians intensified attacks in second decade of June: over 200 assault operations per day, - DeepState. INFOGRAPHICS In June, the enemy is trying to maintain the intensity of assault operations, and in the second decade of the month, attacks intensified. 442 0 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Combat operations in the Kursk region

Yurii Butusov Victory in defense requires planning. Our fortifications do not meet demands of modern warfare – Butusov The enemy is just 600 meters away from the border with the Dnipropetrovsk region, that is, from central Ukraine. 12 388 80 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Fighting in the Lyman direction 204 clashes on frontline in day. More than half of them in Donetsk region - General Staff. MAPS Over the last day, 204 combat engagements were registered. Most enemy attacks were repelled at the Pokrovsk, Novopavlivka, Toretsk, and Lyman directions. 441 1 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east

Russian army maintains offensive momentum on the front in Ukraine Enemy attempting to exploit success toward Dobropillia in Donetsk region, redeploying significant forces – DeepState. INFOGRAPHICS Russian forces are attempting to maintain offensive momentum along the entire line of contact. Over the past two days, the number of enemy attacks has exceeded 200. 1 742 0 Previously in trend: Situation at front Fighting in the east

deepstate Combat situation deteriorating along Novopil–Zelene Pole–Novosilka section – DeepState After previous gains south of Novopil and south of Novosilka, the enemy continues to exert active pressure on the positions of the Defense Forces, exploiting weaknesses along the section. In particular, they are deploying large numbers of infantry in various groups—ranging from small units of several soldiers to assault teams of 5–10 troops. 7 609 13 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east

Destruction of Russian drone operators Ukrainian MiG-29 pilot destroys deployment site of Russian FPV drone operators. VIDEO A Ukrainian MiG-29 pilot successfully struck the deployment site of Russian drone operators in the eastern direction. 10 158 6 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east

report of General Staff There were 200 combat engagements in frontline over last day. Situation remains most difficult in three sectors - Lyman, Pokrovsk and Novopavlivka - General Staff Over the last day, 200 combat engagements were registered. The situation is the most intense in the Pokrovsk, Lyman and Novopavlivka sectors. The enemy attacked the Kursk region 18 times. 394 1 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east

Russians actively use motorcycles Russians are actively using motorized vehicles at front - OTG "Luhansk" Russian troops have begun to actively use motorcycles at the front, conducting training for their personnel and placing high stakes on the fact that this component will bring them results. 1 790 10 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east

military action Occupiers are slightly pulling back in Kotlynne area, no signs of enemy exhaustion in Toretsk direction - "Khortytsia" OSGT In the vicinity of Kotlyne in the Pokrovsk direction and to the west of it, the Russian invaders are slightly pulling back. At the same time, there are no signs of exhaustion of the Russian army in the Toretsk direction. 960 0 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

enemy advance, map Russians advance near Bilohorivka, Rozlyv, and Uspenivka - DeepState. MAP Russian invaders are making advances in the Luhansk and Donetsk regions. 2 647 16 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east

DeepState map Ukrainian Armed Forces repelled enemy in Udachne, occupiers advanced in Sukha Balka and near Nove - DeepState. MAP Ukraine's defence forces drove back the enemy in Udachne, Donetsk region. The occupants advanced in Sukhoi Balka and near Nove in the Donetsk region. 5 055 5 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Syrskyi worked in the operational area of the Donetsk Joint Forces Operation Defense Forces liberated around 16 km² near Pokrovsk – Syrskyi. PHOTO Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi visited the operational area of the OTG (Operational-Tactical Group) Donetsk. In recent weeks, Ukraine’s Defense Forces have liberated approximately 16 square kilometers of territory near the settlements of Udachne, Kotlyne, and Shevchenko in the Pokrovsk of Donetsk region. 3 191 5 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Russian assault on Novosilka Soldiers of 31st SMB repelled Russian assault on Novosilka in Donetsk region. VIDEO Soldiers of the 31st SMB repelled a Russian assault by a mechanized column in Novosilka. 4 243 5 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east

Russians advance in Shevchenko Enemy is attempting to advance toward outskirts of Shevchenko, near Velyka Novosilka – DeepState In recent days, the enemy has been highly active in the area and is widely deploying military equipment near the village of Shevchenko in Donetsk region. 1 667 2 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east

Occupiers in East Enemy tried to change crossing over Chornyi Zherebets River. Defense forces prevented it - OSGT "Khortytsia" Over the past day, April 8, 2025, in the Kharkiv sector, the enemy unsuccessfully attacked the positions of our troops in Vovchansk. 917 2 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east

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