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In recent operations, Ukrainian forces have successfully intensified efforts to eliminate Russian occupying forces. A video showing the dramatic neutralization of a Russian occupier by a Ukrainian drone has gone viral, showcasing the advanced tactical operations being executed. The cumulative combat losses for the Russian Federation have escalated, with over 1,320,310 personnel reported eliminated since the beginning of the conflict. Significant military equipment has also been destroyed, including tanks, artillery systems, and armored vehicles.
The Ukrainian Air Force has conducted precise air strikes on enemy positions, including a shelter housing Russian drone operators. Ground battles continue as well, with units like the 21st Separate Mechanised Brigade effectively repelling assaults. The use of advanced unmanned technologies further amplifies Ukraine's offensive capabilities, allowing efficient targeting and elimination of key enemy assets, crucially impacting the Russian forces' operations and morale.

How are Ukrainian forces utilizing drones against occupiers?

Ukrainian forces have significantly leveraged unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to target Russian occupiers. These drones are actively used for reconnaissance, direct strikes, and coordination with ground units, demonstrating enhanced precision and efficiency in combat operations. The tactical advantage provided by UAVs includes the ability to strike enemy positions from afar without risking personnel, further amplifying the impact on enemy logistical and command infrastructures.

What has been the impact of air strikes by Ukrainian forces?

The air strikes by the Ukrainian Air Force have been pivotal in disrupting the operations of Russian occupiers. These strikes have systematically targeted command centers, logistics hubs, and operational hideouts, effectively crippling the enemy's command chain and resource supply lines. By striking pivotal targets, Ukrainian forces have been able to reduce the operational efficiency of the occupying forces, thereby enhancing their territorial defense and operational success on the ground.

What are the reported combat losses of Russian occupying forces?

Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, Russian occupying forces have reportedly suffered substantial losses. Ukrainian defense sources state that over 1,320,310 Russian personnel have been eliminated, along with significant losses in equipment, including 11,884 tanks, 24,429 armored vehicles, and 40,478 artillery systems. These figures highlight the effective resistance posed by Ukrainian forces against the aggression.

How do the current military engagements reflect on Ukraine's defense strategy?

The current military engagements highlight a robust and adaptive defense strategy by Ukraine, characterized by strategic use of technology, coordination between various military branches, and targeted operations to disrupt enemy operations. This strategic approach has enabled Ukraine to maintain its defensive lines and inflict considerable damage on Russian forces, which reflects a well-coordinated military effort despite the challenges posed by the ongoing conflict.

What role do the mechanized brigades play in the conflict in Ukraine?

Mechanized brigades in the Ukrainian armed forces, such as the 21st Separate Mechanized Brigade and others, play a critical role by providing rapid, mobile response capabilities. These brigades are equipped to conduct both defensive and offensive operations, allowing them to quickly counter enemy advances and employ strategic assaults on vulnerable targets. Their contributions are essential in maintaining control over key areas and effectively responding to the Russian military's maneuvers.

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A soldier from the 142nd Brigade eliminated an invader in close combat in the Zaporizhzhia sector Russian soldier mistakenly took fighter from 142nd Mechanised Brigade for one of his own and was immediately eliminated by automatic fire. VIDEO A Ukrainian soldier from the 2nd Mechanised Battalion of the 142nd Separate Mechanised Brigade killed a Russian invader with small arms in close combat. 4 552 18 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Close-quarters combat Fightings in the Zaporizhzhia direction

SSU Alpha pilots eliminated over 2,500 occupiers last week SSU "Alfa" special forces eliminated over 2,500 occupiers in week using FPV drones. VIDEO Special forces from the Security Service of Ukraine’s ‘Alfa’ unit have carried out strikes against enemy personnel across the entire front line. 950 0 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Russian losses in the war against Ukraine: over 1.347 million occupiers eliminated Total combat losses of Russian Federation since beginning of war - about 1,347,620 people (+1,230 per day), 11,937 tanks, 42,133 artillery systems, 24,574 armored personnel carriers. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion, the Ukrainian Armed Forces have eliminated 1,347,620 Russian invaders. 3 347 10 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Destruction of Russian assault troops Four occupiers "200", 14 - "300": Ukrainian Armed Forces drone attacked lorry carrying Russian assault troops. VIDEO Ukrainian drone operators continue to demonstrate impressive effectiveness, turning a single munition drop into significant losses for the enemy. According to Censor.NET, footage has been published online showing the destruction of an enemy ‘Ural’ truck, which was packed to the brim with invading troops. 6 416 3 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Russian losses increased: Ukrainian Armed Forces eliminated over a thousand more occupiers per day Total combat losses of Russian Federation since beginning of war - about 1,346,390 people (+1,150 per day), 11,935 tanks, 42,085 artillery systems, 24,569 armored personnel carriers. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion, the Ukrainian Armed Forces have eliminated 1,346,390 Russian invaders. 3 722 39 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

The situation in Pokrovsk Enemy uses civilian buildings in Pokrovsk to launch UAVs and conduct aerial reconnaissance – 7th Air Assault Corps. VIDEO A defensive operation is ongoing in the Pokrovsk agglomeration. The enemy is trying to turn Pokrovsk into a full-fledged logistics hub. 1 691 4 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

destruction of Russian military equipment Artillery onslaught: fighters from 40th Brigade destroyed two self-propelled guns, two artillery pieces and 15 occupiers. VIDEO Artillerymen from the 40th Grand Duke Vytautas Separate Artillery Brigade continue to methodically eliminate the occupiers and their equipment on the front line. According to Censor.NET, thanks to the professional coordination between aerial reconnaissance and artillery crews, yet another batch of enemy targets has been added to the Russian Federation’s casualty figures. 3 633 3 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

The Ukrainian Armed Forces have updated their estimates of Russian losses: over 1.34 million troops and thousands of pieces of military equipment Total combat losses for Russian Federation since start of war: approximately 1,345,240 personnel (+1,060 in past 24 hours), 11,931 tanks, 42,053 artillery systems, and 24,557 armored vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion, Ukrainian defense forces have eliminated 1,345,240 Russian invaders. 3 535 7 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Defence forces struck an IFV carrying Russian infantry "Hurry up, they’ll tear us apart now": ruscist films FPV drone strike on BMP-2 carrying infantry. VIDEO A video has been published online showing a ruscist filming the moment a Ukrainian FPV drone hit a Russian BMP-2 carrying infantry. 9 537 10 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Repelling assault

Soldiers of the 77th Airborne Brigade struck enemy vehicles, drones and personnel in the Kupiansk direction Paratroopers of 77th Brigade take out tank, artillery, Shaheds and occupiers’ infantry in Kupiansk direction. VIDEO Paratroopers of the 77th Separate Airmobile Naddniprianska Brigade of the 7th Rapid Response Corps of the Air Assault Forces of Ukraine’s Armed Forces continue to kill the enemy in the Kupiansk direction. 1 452 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Destruction of Russian drones

Pilots from the 66th Brigade eliminated an invader who was attempting to hide in a Russian BMP Occupier hid in destroyed IFV but was roasted inside vehicle by drones of 66th Separate Mechanized Brigade. VIDEO Pilots of the 66th Separate Mechanized Brigade, named after Prince Mstyslav the Brave, eliminated an occupier who tried to hide in a destroyed Russian IFV. 4 910 2 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Soldiers of the 475th Regiment repelled the occupiers and liberated a large area of land in the Huliaipole sector Fighters from 475th Regiment "Code 9.2" routed Russian marine company and liberated territory in Huliaipole direction. VIDEO In the Zaporizhzhia region, fighters of the 475th Code 9.2 Regiment inflicted significant losses on units of the 40th Brigade of the Pacific Fleet of the Russian Armed Forces. 8 164 10 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Fighting in Huliaipole direction

destroyed occupiers Total combat losses for Russian Federation since start of war: approximately 1,344,180 personnel (+1,130 in past 24 hours), 11,928 tanks, 41,985 artillery systems, and 24,554 armored vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion, the Ukrainian Armed Forces have eliminated 1,344,180 Russian invaders. 3 588 9 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Fighters from the 24th and 427th Brigades repelled an assault by the occupiers near Chasiv Yar Fighters of 24th Separate Mechanized Brigade and RAROH Brigade destroy column of 20 occupiers on approaches to Chasiv Yar. VIDEO On the approaches to Chasiv Yar, units of the 24th Separate Mechanized Brigade named after King Danylo, together with the 427th RAROH Unmanned Systems Brigade, struck a column of Russian infantry. 6 391 7 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Repelling assault

Ukrainian drone attacks Russian mobile air defence unit in Crimea Ukrainian kamikaze drone fires missile at occupiers’ mobile air defense group in Crimea. VIDEO During an attack on temporarily occupied Crimea on the night of 12 May, a Ukrainian kamikaze drone fired an unguided missile. 8 154 14 Previously in trend: Attack of drones Elimination of Russian occupying forces Attacks on Crimea

Defence Forces soldiers blew up a building with Russian troops inside. Ukrainian kamikaze ground drone blows up building with occupiers in Kostiantynivka. VIDEO A video has been posted online showing a Ukrainian kamikaze ground drone packed with explosives blowing up a building in Kostiantynivka. 6 154 10 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces robotic ground complex Kostiantynivka direction

Fighters from the 214th Battalion eliminated the occupiers by mining their cover Fighters from 214th "OPFOR" battalion blew up occupiers’ cover after they refused to surrender. VIDEO An infantry unit from the 214th Separate Assault Battalion "OPFOR" carried out an operation to destroy a Russian military stronghold in the ruins of a building. 4 267 4 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Ukraine hits Russian command posts and logistics Defense Forces hit enemy command posts, logistics and troop concentrations – General Staff On the night of 12 May 2026, units of Ukraine’s Defense Forces struck a number of important facilities of the Russian occupiers. 539 1 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

The impact site of Ukrainian munitions on the occupiers Surviving Russian films aftermath of strike: "Bodies of three guys are lying here. Two burned out over there. Ammo is f#cking cooking off". VIDEO Another video confirmation of Russian invaders’ losses as a result of accurate work by Ukrainian artillery or drones has appeared online. Censor.NET reports that one of the surviving occupiers filmed the aftermath of a strike on their position. 12 554 15 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Russian combat losses as of April 12: over 1.343 million invaders eliminated Total combat losses for Russian Federation since start of war: approximately 1,343,050 personnel (+1,020 in past 24 hours), 11,926 tanks, 41,935 artillery systems, and 24,553 armored vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion, the Ukrainian Armed Forces have eliminated 1,343,050 Russian invaders. 3 533 5 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

496 occupiers eliminated in Pokrovsk direction by DShV drone units Minus 496 occupiers and dozens of units of equipment: results of work of 7th Corps of Air Assault Forces’ unmanned systems in Pokrovsk direction. VIDEO Unmanned systems units in the area of responsibility of the 7th Quick Response Corps of the Air Assault Forces continue to repel attacks by Russian troops in the Pokrovsk direction. 2 461 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Destruction of the occupiers’ firing positions

Ukrainian military struck the occupiers with MLRS on the road Occupier films killed group of fellow soldiers after strike by Ukrainian MLRS. VIDEO A Ukrainian multiple launch rocket system struck a column of Russian assault troops on motorbikes in the Donetsk region. 11 481 12 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Defence Forces soldiers struck a group of Russian invaders in Donetsk Oblast Ukrainian FPV drone flew into crowd of occupiers in Donetsk area. VIDEO A video has been released online showing a Ukrainian FPV drone of the "Tuman" separate special purpose detachment of the 1st Corps of the "Azov" National Guard of Ukraine flying into a crowd of ruscists in the Dobropillia direction of the front. 7 502 17 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Situation in the Donetsk region

Ukrainian kamikaze drone hits a vehicle carrying Russian invaders Occupier’s dashcam captured Ukrainian drone striking vehicle with ruscists inside. VIDEO A video has been published online showing a Ukrainian kamikaze drone striking a vehicle carrying occupying forces. 14 095 22 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Pilots from the SIGNUM battalion used fibre-optic-controlled drones to eliminate 13 Russian invaders in the forests of the Lyman region Operators from SIGNUM battalion used FPV drones to eliminate 13 Russian infantrymen in forests of Lyman region. VIDEO Drone operators from the SIGNUM battalion of the 59th Separate Assault Brigade have eliminated Russian infantry in the forests of the Lyman region. 3 476 6 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Hostilities in Lyman sector Fiber-optic drones

Fighters from the 8th Special Operations Regiment cleared the wooded area of enemy infantry Fighters from 8th Special Operations Regiment cleared forest strip and eliminated occupier who refused to surrender. VIDEO Ukrainian infantrymen from the 8th Regiment of the Special Operations Forces, part of the "UA_REG TEAM" unit, carried out a sweep of wooded terrain on one section of the front line. 5 511 5 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Close-quarters combat

Pilots from the 414th Brigade eliminated a small assault group of five occupiers with three strikes Drone operators from 414th Brigade’s "Madyar’s Birds" unit eliminated small assault group of five Russian invaders with three strikes. VIDEO In the Pokrovsk sector, drone operators from the 414th Brigade, ‘Madyar’s Birds’, eliminated a small assault group of invaders. 4 638 9 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Zimbabwe has reported the deaths of 15 citizens recruited by Russia to fight in the war in Ukraine Total combat losses suffered by Russian Federation since start of war: approximately 1,341,110 personnel (+840 in the last 24 hours), 11,920 tanks, 41,787 artillery systems, and 24,544 armoured vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion, the Ukrainian Armed Forces have eliminated 1,341,110 Russian invaders. 3 492 8 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

The situation on the front line on 22 April: a report from the General Staff Total combat losses suffered by Russian Federation since start of war: approximately 1,340,270 personnel (+1,080 in the last 24 hours), 11,920 tanks, 41,712 artillery systems and 24,541 armoured vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion, the Ukrainian Armed Forces have eliminated 1,340,270 Russian invaders. 3 378 24 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

The Ukrainian Armed Forces have eliminated more than 1.339 million Russian troops since the start of the invasion Total combat losses for Russian Federation since start of war: approximately 1,339,190 personnel (+1,130 in past 24 hours), 11,919 tanks, 41,630 artillery systems, and 24,538 armored vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion, the Ukrainian Armed Forces have eliminated 1,339,190 Russian invaders. 3 634 29 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

an invader torn in half Occupier torn in half by drone strike lay dying among branches for half hour. VIDEO 18+ Another case of a devastating strike on enemy manpower using strike drones has been recorded in the Lyman direction. As reported by Censor.NET, aerial reconnaissance fighters of the 63rd Separate Mechanized Brigade released footage demonstrating the consequences of a direct FPV drone hit on a Russian invader. 10 662 71 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Fighters from the Bureviy Brigade eliminated over 100 occupiers in a week 108 occupiers, 159 UAVs and over 50 pieces of equipment eliminated: combat operations by "Bureviy" brigade. VIDEO Over the course of the week, fighters from the First Presidential Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine, ‘Bureviy’, inflicted significant losses on the enemy – over 100 occupiers were eliminated. 1 935 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Full-scale war: Ukrainian Armed Forces have eliminated over 1.3 million Russian troops Total combat losses for Russian Federation since start of war: approximately 1,338,060 personnel (+890 in past 24 hours), 11,918 tanks, 41,539 artillery systems, and 24,521 armored vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion, Ukrainian defense forces have eliminated 1,337,170 Russian invaders. 3 570 12 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

The USF carried out middle strikes on areas where the occupiers’ personnel were concentrated USF carried out strikes on enemy UAV training centres, depots and command posts. VIDEO Unmanned systems forces struck enemy troop concentrations and logistical support facilities. 1 981 2 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Situation in the Donetsk and Luhansk regions Results of Unmanned Systems Forces units’ operations

Border guards destroyed the occupiers’ electronic warfare equipment, a vehicle and a drone amplifier Border guards destroyed drone amplifier and "Peroed" electronic warfare system in Northern Slobozhanskyi sector. VIDEO Soldiers from the Chernivtsi Border Guard Detachment carried out a successful combat operation in the Northern Slobozhanskyi sector, inflicting losses on the enemy in terms of equipment and personnel. 1 203 2 Previously in trend: EW Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

SOF fighters cleared the building of occupiers Special forces from SOF’s "Rangers" regiment cleared position held by occupiers during raid on house. VIDEO Soldiers from the 6th Special Operations Regiment "Rangers" carried out a raid on a building housing Russian troops and destroyed an enemy position on one of the fronts. 3 113 3 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Drone attacks two Russians After FPV drone strike, mangled body of occupier flew off and hit fellow soldier. VIDEO A video has appeared online showing the effective work of Ukrainian drone operators, which culminated in an extremely rare episode. As reported by Censor.NET, fighters of the "RUGBY TEAM" unit of the 129th Separate Territorial Defense Brigade recorded the moment of an attack on two occupiers. 5 947 14 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

body of the killed Russian Drone drives occupier into outdoor toilet and eliminates him. VIDEO A symbolic finale for an invader was recorded by Ukrainian defenders on the southern sector of the front. As reported by Censor.NET, in the Zaporizhzhia direction, drone operators of the 1st Separate Assault Regiment discovered and eliminated a Russian occupier in a highly unexpected location. 6 987 25 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Occupiers killed Russia’s total combat losses since start of war: about 1,337,170 personnel (+1,050 over past day), 11,918 tanks, 41,478 artillery systems, 24,515 AFVs. INFOGRAPHICS Ukraine’s Defense Forces have eliminated 1,337,170 Russian occupiers since the beginning of Russia’s full-scale invasion. 3 924 12 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

The Ukrainian Air Force struck the occupiers’ UAV command post Airstrike by MiG-29 fighter jet on enemy UAV command post in south. VIDEO The Air Force of Ukraine’s Armed Forces carried out an airstrike on an enemy UAV command post in temporarily occupied territory in the south. 5 082 4 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Destruction of the occupiers’ firing positions

Russian troops fail to advance in Oleksandrivka direction Enemy has not gained ground in Oleksandrivka direction, 37th Separate Marine Brigade says. VIDEO In the Oleksandrivka direction, Russian forces failed to advance in April in the area of responsibility of the 37th Separate Marine Brigade. 2 734 3 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

Fighters from the 155th Brigade eliminated an occupier near Hryshyne Russian soldier on one crutch and carrying automatic rifle instead of other was eliminated by pilots of 155th Separate Mechanised Brigade near Hryshyne. VIDEO Soldiers from the 155th Separate Mechanised Brigade have released footage showing the elimination of an invader near Hryshyne in the Donetsk sector. 5 270 18 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces Situation in the Donetsk region

Soldiers of the 119th Brigade repelled a motorised assault by the occupiers in the Sumy sector Soldiers of 119th Brigade repelled assault and destroyed column of enemy quad bikes in Sumy region. VIDEO Soldiers from the 119th Separate Territorial Defence Brigade of the Ukrainian Armed Forces repelled a motorised ruscists' assault near the border in the Sumy region. 5 445 3 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Fightings near the border of the Sumy region Repelling assault

Russian Federation’s military losses have exceeded 1.33 million — General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Total combat losses for Russian Federation since start of war: approximately 1,336,120 personnel (+970 in past 24 hours), 11,917 tanks, 41,386 artillery systems, and 24,510 armored vehicles. INFOGRAPHICS Since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion, Ukrainian defense forces have eliminated 1,336,120 Russian invaders. 3 616 14 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces

In April 2026, National Guard of Ukraine troops destroyed nearly 400 artillery systems NGU units hit nearly 400 enemy artillery systems, 21 tanks and 52 EW systems in April. VIDEO Throughout April 2026, fighters of the National Guard of Ukraine carried out strikes on the occupiers’ positions, equipment, and logistics along the entire front line. 809 0 Previously in trend: Destruction of Russian equipment Elimination of Russian occupying forces Strikes on Russian logistics

A Defence Forces soldier eliminated a Russian soldier during a sweep of an enemy dugout Ukrainian infantryman kills occupier with burst from assault rifle in close combat while clearing trench. VIDEO A Ukrainian infantryman killed an occupier in close combat while clearing an enemy trench. 9 006 11 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces Close-quarters combat Fighting in Huliaipole direction

Pilots from the 414th Brigade eliminated an occupier who was trying to hide from drones Operators of 414th Brigade Magyar’s Birds fry ruscist’s "decision-making center" with attack drone. VIDEO Drone operators from the 414th Brigade Magyar’s Birds spotted an occupier who was trying to hide from the fighters’ attack drones. 3 321 9 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Elimination of Russian occupying forces

A fighter pilot launched a missile strike on a concentration of enemy forces in a high-rise building Ukrainian fighter pilot launched two missile strikes on high-rise building housing occupiers. VIDEO Footage has been released online showing a Ukrainian Air Force pilot striking a concentration of occupying forces. 7 082 30 Previously in trend: Elimination of Russian occupying forces