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The ongoing hostilities in southern Ukraine continue to escalate, with intense shelling and multiple assaults by Russian forces. The latest reports highlight significant engagements in regions such as Zaporizhzhia and Orikhiv, where the Defense Forces of Ukraine remain resolute in their defense. Despite the intensified Russian strikes using artillery and kamikaze drones, Ukrainian defenders have successfully repelled numerous attacks, particularly around cities like Oleksandrivka and Guliaipole. The strategic battlefront has led to substantial Russian losses, with almost 300 soldiers reported lost in recent clashes. Ukrainian forces have strategically withdrawn from less advantageous positions in Novovasylivske to reinforce more robust defenses, indicating ongoing tactical repositioning to counter Russian advances.

What is the current situation with hostilities in southern Ukraine?

The situation in southern Ukraine is marked by ongoing intense hostilities, with Russian forces persistently launching assaults and using artillery heavily. Key areas like Zaporizhzhia have seen significant military activity, while Ukrainian defenders have managed to repel numerous attacks, demonstrating tactical resilience despite persistent enemy aggression. The escalation underscores a strategic threat to regional stability.

How are Ukrainian Defense Forces responding to Russian assaults in the south?

Ukrainian Defense Forces are actively engaging in strategic defensive maneuvers, repelling numerous Russian assaults across southern regions. They have also employed tactical withdrawals to more secure positions while continuing to defend critical fronts such as Orikhiv and Zaporizhzhia. Their efforts have successfully mitigated several attempted breakthroughs, resulting in significant Russian casualties.

Which regions are most affected by the hostilities in southern Ukraine?

The regions most affected by hostilities include Zaporizhzhia, Orikhiv, and the areas surrounding Oleksandrivka and Guliaipole. These key strategic locations have been focal points of intense military engagements, with both aerial and ground assaults by Russian forces, countered by robust defense operations from Ukrainian troops.

What tactics are Russian forces using in their assaults on southern Ukraine?

Russian forces have intensified their use of artillery and kamikaze drones in their assaults on southern Ukraine. They have also employed electronic warfare and attempted to maneuver small infantry groups to create conditions for more significant offensive operations. These tactics have targeted both military positions and civilian areas.

How have recent developments impacted the strategic landscape in southern Ukraine?

Recent developments have heightened the strategic tensions in the region, with increased Russian aggressiveness reflected in escalated military engagements and intensified bombardments. The Ukrainian response, characterized by tactical defensive actions and strategic repositioning, aims to counter these threats, maintaining essential territorial integrity and attempting to minimize the strategic advantages gained by Russian advances.

What are the implications of Russia's intensified assaults in southern Ukraine for civilian populations?

Civilian populations in southern Ukraine face significant risks due to Russia's intensified assaults and indiscriminate shelling. The ongoing conflict has led to escalating casualties and damage to civilian infrastructure, exacerbating the humanitarian situation. Efforts to protect civilians continue, but the protracted conflict presents severe challenges for safety and normalcy in affected regions.

Are there any significant breakthroughs by either side in the conflict in southern Ukraine?

As of the latest updates, there have been no significant breakthroughs by either side in the conflict. Ukrainian Defense Forces have effectively repelled Russian attempts to gain footholds, particularly in areas such as Guliaipole and Orikhiv. The frontlines remain contested with Ukrainians maintains a strategic defense to counteract continuous offensive actions by Russian troops.

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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. 1 308 3 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south Battles in the east of Ukraine

General Staff Russia uses small assault group tactics to maintain constant pressure - Southern Defense Forces The tactic of small assault groups has become the main one for Russian troops in the southern direction. 490 5 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

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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. 419 1 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Hostilities in south Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction Hostilities in Lyman sector

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. 1 078 1 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. 442 1 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. 1 710 5 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

defense, army, forces, south Russia does not reduce intensity of attacks in south but fails to advance – Defense Forces Russian troops continue to actively strike in southern Ukraine, but have not made any territorial advances. 1 094 1 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

Situation at front as of 5 March 2025 Russian troops tried to advance in Lyman and Pokrovsk directions. 30 attacks were repelled in Kursk region - General Staff. MAP In total, 108 combat engagements were recorded in the frontline yesterday, 4 March 2025. 778 1 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Combat operations in the Kursk region Hostilities in south Hostilities in Kharkiv region

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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. 1 231 1 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

AFU military Russia regrouping in south and preparing for new assaults – Defense Forces In the southern direction, relative calm in combat clashes is observed; however, Russian forces are regrouping and preparing for a new wave of assaults. 1 031 2 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

Hostilities in the southern direction Enemy tried to advance near Kamianske in Zaporizhzhia - Southern Defense Forces Russian invaders continue to terrorize the south of Ukraine with "shaheds", artillery and MLRS, and the use of KABs (guided aerial bombs) and NARs (free-flight aerial rockets). 709 1 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. 413 0 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

occupiers Occupiers intensify fire activity in southern sector - Defense Forces The Russian invaders are intensifying their firepower on the southern frontline. The enemy is particularly active in the Huliaipol direction. 406 0 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south Hostilities in the Orikhiv direction

armed forces, military Ukrainian Armed Forces: Occupiers are trying to break through in Zaporizhzhia towards Novodanylivka and Kamianske Russian troops are trying to advance in the Orikhiv direction in the area of Novodanylivka and Kamianske, but to no avail. 789 0 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. 707 0 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

What is happening in south? In south, Ukrainian troops inflict significant losses on enemy in weapons and equipment: 66 units of enemy military equipment destroyed over day, including 2 tanks - Defence Forces Over the past day in the south, the Ukrainian Defence Forces repelled 20 enemy attacks in the Novopavlivka, Orikhivskyi and Prydniprovskyi directions. 432 0 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south Russian losses in the South

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. 614 1 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

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Southern Defense Forces: Situation over the week Russians attempted to break through defenses in south twice in week – Southern Defense Forces In the southern sector, Russian invaders attempted to break through Ukrainian defenses using a new tactic involving entire battalions. However, the assault failed — the occupiers failed to seize any positions. 460 0 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

Russian attacks in South Russian forces significantly intensified activity in Novopavlivka and Orikhiv directions - Defense Forces Russian troops have become more active in the south of Ukraine. Intensive assaults continue on the Novopavlivka and Orikhiv directions. 774 0 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

AFU Russia has intensified airstrikes in Huliaipole direction and resumed assaults in Chervone area - Defense Forces Russian troops have significantly increased the number of air strikes with unguided missiles on the settlements of the Huliaipillia direction, in particular on Chervone and Huliaipole. 477 0 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

General Staff In southern direction, enemy maintains unchanged tactics and intensity of shelling - Defense Forces In the south, the situation with hostilities remains without significant changes. Nevertheless, the occupiers continue their unsuccessful attempts to storm the city. 291 0 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

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Summaty of General Staff On southern front, intensity of shelling and airstrikes has increased by 25% - Defense Forces Russian troops have increased the intensity of shelling and air strikes in southern Ukraine. 406 0 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

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. 343 0 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

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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. 550 0 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

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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. 628 1 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Hostilities in south Combat operations in the Pokrovsk direction

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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. 785 0 Previously in trend: Fighting in the east Hostilities in south

AFU Russian Federation increases use of Molniya ammunition by 42% in week - Southern Defense Forces Over the past week, Russian troops in southern Ukraine have significantly increased the intensity of attacks on the positions of the Defense Forces, increasing the number of attacks on settlements, as well as the use of kamikaze drones and air strikes. 1 054 2 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

Fighting in the South Enemy in south continues to carry out airstrikes, maintains a high intensity of use of FPV drones - Defense Forces In the southern sector, along the entire front line, the enemy continues to use artillery and continues to carry out air strikes on the positions of the Ukrainian Defense Forces and nearby settlements. It also maintains a high intensity of FPV drones and terrorizes with night attacks by Shahed UAVs. 441 0 Previously in trend: Hostilities in south

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