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In recent developments, Russian troops have escalated their offensive operations in southern Ukraine, focusing particularly on the Pokrovsk and Huliaipole directions. According to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, there were 149 combat clashes recorded on December 30th alone, highlighting the intensity of the conflict. The Russian Federation has adopted breakthrough tactics with armored columns and significant infantry numbers, intensifying assaults in key regions including Pokrovsk and Orikhiv. Meanwhile, Ukrainian Defense Forces report successfully repelling numerous attacks, despite the heavy use of aerial bombs and kamikaze drones by the enemy. They continue to defend critical positions, ensuring the safety of local civilian populations. As the situation remains tense, strategic movements by Russian troops suggest potential future offensives in the Orikhiv direction, raising concerns about further escalations.

What are the main regions experiencing hostilities in southern Ukraine?

The primary regions experiencing heightened hostilities in southern Ukraine include Pokrovsk, Huliaipole, and Orikhiv. Russian forces have increased assault operations in these areas, employing armored tactics and drone strikes, while Ukrainian Defense Forces strive to maintain control and repel advances.

What tactics are Russian forces using in southern Ukraine?

Russian forces in southern Ukraine are using breakthrough tactics involving armored columns and large numbers of infantry. They have increased the frequency of assaults and are employing kamikaze drones and aerial bombs to support their operations against Ukrainian Defense Forces.

How have Ukrainian Defense Forces responded to Russian assaults in the south?

Ukrainian Defense Forces have responded to Russian assaults by successfully repelling numerous attacks, particularly in the Pokrovsk and Orikhiv directions. They are utilizing strategic defense maneuvers to maintain control over critical areas and prevent the enemy from gaining ground.

What is the current situation in Orikhiv and Pokrovsk according to the latest reports?

The current situation in Orikhiv and Pokrovsk remains tense, with significant combat activities reported. Russian forces are attempting to intensify their operations in these regions, but Ukrainian Defense Forces are actively defending their positions and repelling repeated assaults.

What impact have drone strikes had on the conflict in southern Ukraine?

The use of drone strikes has intensified the conflict in southern Ukraine, with Russian forces employing kamikaze drones to conduct assaults on Ukrainian positions and civilian areas. These tactics add a significant aerial component to the ground offensive efforts by Russian troops.

Are civilian areas affected by the hostilities in southern Ukraine?

Yes, civilian areas are heavily affected by the hostilities in southern Ukraine. Russia's use of aerial bombs and artillery strikes has resulted in significant damage to residential zones, prompting Defense Forces to focus on safeguarding civilian populations while engaging the enemy.

How have the hostilities impacted logistics and communication in Huliaipole?

Despite the challenging situation in the Huliaipole direction, logistics and communication lines remain intact. Ukrainian Defense Forces are countering Russian attempts to disrupt these essential services, ensuring continued support for defensive operations without encirclement.

What challenges do Ukrainian forces face in countering Russian offensives?

Ukrainian forces face numerous challenges in countering Russian offensives, including the sheer intensity and frequency of assault operations, sophisticated armored tactics, and the strategic use of drone technology by Russian troops, all aimed at overwhelming defensive capabilities.

How do Ukrainian Defense Forces maintain morale amidst escalating hostilities?

Ukrainian Defense Forces maintain morale by focusing on strategic defensive operations that successfully repel enemy advances. Commanders emphasize resilience and unity, encouraging troops to remain committed to defending their homeland despite the challenging circumstances.

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Latest news Hostilities in south

Combat operations as of 15 January: what is known? Russia is trying to break through AFUs’ defences in Lyman direction, - AFU Over the past day, 132 combat clashes were recorded on the front line. 1 426 1 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Hostilities in south

Syrskyi on Russia’s intentions Russia planned to advance to Odesa and end war with defeat of Ukraine, - Syrskyi Russia planned to end the war against Ukraine with a crushing defeat and an advance on Odesa, but the Defence Forces thwarted these plans and prevented the enemy from making any strategic breakthroughs. 11 607 53 Previously in trend: losses of Ukraine Hostilities in south Battles in the east of Ukraine

The Defence Forces explained why the enemy intensified attacks on Stepnohirsk In Zaporizhzhia region, enemy is trying to approach Pavlivka and drive our fighters out of Stepnohirsk, - Defence Forces In the Zaporizhzhia region, the enemy is attempting to approach the village of Pavlivka and dislodge our troops from the village of Stepnohirsk. 1 774 2 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

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. 489 0 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Hostilities in south

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. 1 282 1 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Hostilities in south

General Staff headquarters Russia has intensified attacks in southern Ukraine, - Defence Forces Russian troops have significantly increased the intensity of assaults and the use of weapons in southern Ukraine, while the Defense Forces have destroyed hundreds of enemy vehicles since the beginning of 2025. 638 0 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

General Staff headquarters Russia may intensify assault operations in Orikhiv direction, - Defence Forces After regrouping, Russian troops may intensify their offensive operations in the Orikhiv direction, attempting to advance toward the city of Orikhiv. 406 0 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south Hostilities in the Orikhiv direction

General Staff report In south Russian Federation switched to tactics of breakthroughs with armoured columns and large numbers of infantry, - Defence Forces Russian troops in the south have begun to actively use armoured breakthrough tactics accompanied by large numbers of infantry. 4 475 34 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

huliapole Situation in Huliaipole direction is difficult, but there is no encirclement. Communications and logistics remain intact, - Southern Defence Forces The Southern Defence Forces warn against spreading panic narratives about the situation in the Huliaipole direction, emphasising that the enemy is actively conducting information and psychological operations, exaggerating its "successes" and manipulating facts about combat operations. 1 147 5 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south Fighting in Huliaipillia direction

The Russian offensive on Prymorske: the threat of bypassing Stepnohirsk Enemy is advancing on Prymorske and trying to bypass Stepnohirsk from west - DeepState Russian units are advancing on Prymorske and attempting to bypass Stepnohirsk from the west, using sabotage groups and attacks through suburban areas. 3 178 10 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

Röpke said that Ukraine is moving towards defeat in the war Ukraine is heading towards strategic defeat in war – Bild If Ukraine and its Western partners do not immediately launch strategic changes, Russia will win this war. 35 406 98 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Hostilities in south Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

Escalation in the South Enemy tried to infiltrate Varvarivka and Rivnopillia - Defense Forces of the South In southern Ukraine, the enemy continues its active assault operations, intensively shelling the positions of our troops and continuing its drone terror against the local population in settlements adjacent to the front line. 1 405 8 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

Fighting in the south: 40 attacks per day and massive drone strikes Russian assaults continue in south, enemy has lost almost 300 soldiers - Defense Forces Ukrainian defenders repelled a series of massive assaults in the Oleksandrivka, Huliaypole, and Orikhiv directions. The enemy used thousands of munitions, kamikaze drones, and aerial bombs, striking civilian areas as well. 744 2 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

Battles for Novovasylivske Our soldiers have withdrawn from Novovasylivske to more advantageous positions for defense - Southern Defense Forces In Zaporizhzhia and southern Dnipropetrovsk regions, the enemy continues to intensify its assault operations, massive artillery shelling, and fire strikes. 3 415 29 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

defense forces Russians intensify shelling near Stepove and Mali Shcherbaky, - Southern Defense Forces Shcherbaky, where Russian troops have intensified shelling and are attempting to regain previously lost positions. 429 0 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

The battles for Uspenivka Enemy has not occupied Uspenivka. Defense Forces prevent enemy from gaining foothold in settlements in Huliaipole direction – Voloshyn Russian forces failed to capture Uspenivka and other settlements in the Huliaipole direction despite attempts to entrench in the area. Ukraine’s Defense Forces continue fierce fighting, not allowing the enemy to hold even temporarily seized positions. 849 1 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

Defense Forces deny Russian capture of territories in southern Ukraine Information about enemy capture of territories in Dnipropetrovsk and Zaporizhzhia regions are false – Southern Defense Forces The situation in the Oleksandrivka, Huliaipole, and Orikhiv directions remains tense, but reports of Russian forces capturing any settlements are untrue. 3 960 14

afu Russians have intensified artillery strikes in south and are preparing for assaults in small groups, - Defense Forces In the south, the enemy intensified the use of artillery and electronic warfare, attempting to create conditions for assault operations by small infantry groups. 658 1 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

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. 667 1 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Hostilities in south Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

General Staff report Occupiers are trying to infiltrate into Stepnohirsk, but to no avail - Southern Defense Forces Russian troops are conducting infiltration operations from Stepove and Kamianske, trying to gain a foothold in the basements of high-rise buildings in Stepnohirsk, but the Defense Forces are repelling the attacks. 708 1 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

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. 472 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. 365 0 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Hostilities in south Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Hostilities in Lyman sector

General Staff report Defense Forces repelled all enemy attacks in southern Ukraine, - Voloshyn In the south, Ukrainian defenders successfully repelled attempts by Russian troops to break through. 359 0 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

Russian drone attacked civilian vehicle In south, Russia reduces use of drones due to poor visibility, but intensifies artillery shellings and assaults, - Defence Forces In southern Ukraine, Russian occupation forces are reducing their use of UAVs during days with unfavourable weather conditions, but are increasing the intensity of artillery shelling and may intensify their assault operations. 327 1 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south Use of Russian drones

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. 554 0 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Hostilities in south

Fighting in the Orikhiv sector: Russia is preparing assault groups Ruscists are preparing new assault groups to intensify fighting in Orikhiv direction - Southern Defense Forces Russian invaders are preparing new assault groups to intensify attacks in the Orikhiv direction. 538 3 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south Hostilities in the Orikhiv 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. 1 986 11 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Hostilities in south

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. 502 1 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Hostilities in south

General Staff report Enemy try to break through toward Stepnohirsk in southern direction – Southern Defence Forces Russian units have repeatedly tried to carry out infiltration operations along sections of the front near the settlements of Plavni, Prymorske and Kamyanske, aiming to penetrate into the rear and establish footholds in the suburbs of Stepnohirsk. 587 0 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

General Staff report Russian Federation tries to land fighters on islands in Prydniprovskyi direction - Defense Forces In the Prydniprovskyi region, Russian units are attempting to land their troops and replace those already stationed on the islands of Kruhlyi, Malyi, Bilohrudyi, and Oleksiivskyi. 1 108 1 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

General Staff South under massive artillery and drone fire: enemy attacked near Antonivskyi Bridges and in Orikhiv and Huliaipole directions - Defense Forces In the south, the enemy is increasing the use of aerial bombs and kamikaze drones against Ukrainian defenders and civilians. Also, futile attempts to storm the positions of Ukrainian defenders continue. 786 2 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

General Staff report Russian troops attempted to open new direction for assault near Stepove in Zaporizhzhia region, but were defeated, - Southern Defence Forces Russian occupation forces attempted to open a new direction for assault operations near the village of Stepove in the Zaporizhzhia region, but failed. 680 1 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

afu Russia is transferring troops from Prydniprovske direction to Donetsk direction due to shortage of personnel, - OSGT "Dnipro" Russian occupation forces are forced to move units from the Prydniprovske (Kherson) direction to the Donetsk direction. 1 240 1 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

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. 2 490 10 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Hostilities in south Fighting in the Kupіansk direction

military Occupiers are gathering assault groups near Antonivskyi bridge in Kherson region, - Ukrainian Armed Forces Russian troops are concentrating assault groups near the village of Dachi on the left bank of the Kherson region, trying to seize strategic positions near the Antonivsky Bridge. 2 051 3 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

Motorcyclists are being recruited into Russian assault units Russian troops have resumed assaults in Huliaipole direction using light motorized equipment, - Defence Forces Currently, Russian troops are most active in the Orikhiv and Huliaipole areas of Zaporizhzhia region. 748 0 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

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. 988 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. 3 091 7 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Hostilities in south

General Staff Russians are trying to break through to Zaporizhzhia through Kamianske and Plavni - Southern Defense Forces Russian troops are trying to capture the settlements of Kamianske and Plavni in the Zaporizhzhia region in order to develop an offensive on Prydniprovske and reach the outskirts of Zaporizhzhia. 2 630 8 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

Motorcyclists are being introduced into Russian assault units Ruscists introduce motorcycle shooters to assault units - Southern Defense Forces The Russian command is introducing motorcycle riflemen to assault companies. 1 766 5 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

General Staff report Russia actively uses kamikaze drones and "Molniya" in southern Ukraine - Defense Forces The Russian occupiers in the southern direction have significantly increased the use of kamikaze drones and barrage munitions such as "Molniya" and "Molniya-2". 487 5 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

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. 830 0 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Hostilities in south

Battles in the South The Russians want to create a bridgehead Russian Federation is destroying settlements near Kakhovka Dam to create bridgehead - Southern Defense Forces Over the past few weeks, Russian troops have been shelling settlements near the former Kakhovka Dam on a daily basis. 1 984 5 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

Fighting in southern Ukraine Russian army is trying to take control of island zone in Dnipro River Delta - Defense Forces In southern Ukraine, the enemy continues its attempts to dislodge Ukrainian defenders from their positions, continuing to terrorize frontline settlements with artillery strikes, UAV strikes, and FPV drone attacks. 1 544 18 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

General Staff Enemy in south has increased number of assaults and strikes with kamikaze drones - Defense Forces In the south, over the past day, the enemy has intensified its assault operations and increased its use of kamikaze drones. It also continues to actively use aviation. 481 1 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

Defense forces are trying to regain lost positions in Kamianske Armed Forces of Ukraine are trying to regain lost positions in Kamianske - Southern Defense Forces Russian troops did not capture the city of Kamianske, but only destroyed Ukrainian military positions within the town. 3 243 19 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

Fighting in the southern direction Russia is trying to break through Ukraine’s defenses. Defense forces repel enemy attacks in 11 directions - General Staff. MAP Ukrainian defenders are steadfastly holding back the occupiers' advance, inflicting significant losses on the enemy. In total, 193 combat engagements were recorded over the past day. 1 337 3 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south Battles in the east of Ukraine

Fighting in the South Enemy is trying to push our soldiers out of Kamianske and Plavni in Orikhiv direction, - Defense Forces At present, Russian troops are actively conducting assaults towards the settlements of Plavni and Kamianske in the Orikhiv direction and are trying to push our military out of there. 1 093 1 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

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