Military Situation in Ukraine: Analysis - January 12, 2025, 16:00 UTC

Strategic Overview

The military situation in Ukraine remains critical, with intense fighting concentrated in the Donetsk, Kursk, and Luhansk regions. Russian forces maintain the offensive initiative, particularly in Donetsk, where they have captured Shevchenko, Kurakhove, Yantarne, and a significant portion of Toretsk, advancing towards Pokrovsk and along the Pokrovsk-Konstantinovka highway. The situation in Toretsk is dire, with Ukrainian sources reporting that only a small part of the city remains under Ukrainian control and Russian sources claiming the liberation of the city is almost complete. In the Kursk region, a major Ukrainian counteroffensive has stalled, with heavy fighting and significant losses on both sides. Russian forces have regained territory and are making advances in the Sudzha area, including a significant breakthrough near Kositsa. Drone warfare continues to be a dominant feature, with widespread activity across multiple regions. Ukrainian air defenses report shooting down 60 out of 94 drones launched by Russian forces overnight. A new Ukrainian strike on a Russian command post in Novohrodivka is reported. The EU is preparing new sanctions against Russia. There are reports of Russian forces disguising themselves as civilians in Toretsk. Ukrainian forces are using a captured T-80 tank in the defense of Toretsk. Russian forces are using drones to drop leaflets on Ukrainian positions in the Kursk region, urging them to surrender.

Key Developments

Donetsk Region

• Fall of Kurakhove: Russian forces control most of Kurakhove, with Ukrainian forces holding the western part, including a thermal power plant. DeepState has officially acknowledged the loss of Kurakhove for Ukrainian forces.
• Critical Situation in Toretsk: Less than 15% of Toretsk remains under Ukrainian control. Russian assault groups have infiltrated Ukrainian formations, and fighting is approaching its culmination. Russian forces have established a flag in the northern part of the city. Pro-Russian sources report that Russian forces control almost all of Toretsk, except for the "Toreskaya" mine. Russian forces are disguising themselves as civilians to complicate Ukrainian defensive efforts.
• Russian Advances Towards Pokrovsk: Russian forces are intensifying attacks near Pokrovsk, with progress in Novovasylivka, Yelyzavetivka, and Baranovka. Russian forces are advancing in the Krasnoarmiisk direction towards Udachne, Kotlyno, Novosergievka, Zverevo, Lysovka, and Yelizavetovka. They have advanced to within 2300 meters of Udachne. Russian forces are advancing in the direction of Udachne and in the northern part of the Kryvulya gully towards Kotlyno. They are also breaking through defenses near Zverevo and to the west. Further north, Russian forces have advanced towards Chunyshino and Novopavlivka from Zelene and Dacne. Intense fighting continues for Lysivka and Sukhyi Yar, with Russian forces attempting to cut off access to Pokrovsk and Myrnohrad.
• Shevchenko and Yantarne Captured: The Russian Ministry of Defense has officially confirmed the capture of Shevchenko and Yantarne.
• Other Advances: Further Russian gains near Vozdvyzhenka, Baranivka, Solone, Slovyanka, Petropavlivka, Novoelizavetovka, and Kurakhove. Advances in Pisky and the eastern outskirts of Dachne. Gains are also reported near Chasiv Yar, Belogorovka, Ukrainka, Novyi Trud, Ivan-Daryevka, Slavyanka, Petropavlovka, Myrolyubivka, Vodyane Druhe, Baranivka, Zelene Pole, and Tymofiivka.
• Intense Fighting: The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports particularly intense fighting in the Pokrovsky and Kurakhiv directions.
• Chasiv Yar: A group of Ukrainian soldiers has reportedly become trapped in a "fire pocket" near a refractory plant in Chasiv Yar. Russian forces now control approximately 20% of the territory of the refractory plant. Urban warfare is ongoing, with the enemy attempting to advance on the industrial complex.
• Dnipropetrovsk Direction: Battles are ongoing across the entire direction, with particularly fierce battles near Novovasylivka - Uspenivka. Russian forces have cleared Novovasylivka and are engaged in battles to capture Uspenivka.
• Ukrainian Resistance: Ukrainian forces are resisting the Russian advance, reporting the repulsion of an assault near Velyka Novosilka and pushing Russian forces out of the southern part of Novoielizavetivka. Ukrainian forces report that they have destroyed a Russian BTR-82A, two infantry fighting vehicles, and a T-72 tank using FPV drones.
• Ukrainian Strike on Russian Command Post: Ukrainian General Staff reports a successful high-precision strike on a command post of the 8th Guards Combined Arms Army of the Russian Federation in Khartsyzk. Ukrainian General Staff reports another successful high-precision strike on a command post of the 2nd Guards Combined Arms Army of the Russian Federation in Novohrodivka, Donetsk Oblast. This is reported as part of a series of strikes on command posts in the Donetsk direction.
• Airspace Closure Near Horlivka-Yasynuvata Highway: Due to continuous attacks by Ukrainian forces, the highway between Horlivka and Yasynuvata has been temporarily closed to traffic.
• Ballistic Missile Threat: Ukrainian Air Force reports a ballistic missile threat in the direction of Pavlohrad, Dnipropetrovsk region. A nationwide ballistic missile threat has been declared across Ukraine. The threat of ballistic weaponry has been lifted across most of Ukraine, except for Chernihiv, Poltava, and Kharkiv regions.
• Reports indicate ongoing active combat operations in the vicinity of Kurakhovo and Andriivka. Russian forces have successfully targeted and destroyed a Ukrainian M113 armored personnel carrier using FPV drones.
• The Russian Ministry of Defense claims that Russian forces have captured Kalinovo near Kupyansk.
• Reports of a powerful explosion in the industrial zone of Kramatorsk, with a large plume of smoke visible.
• Ukrainian forces have captured and are utilizing a T-80 tank in the defense of Toretsk. The tank has been equipped with additional drone protection.
• The speaker of the operational-strategic group "Khortytsia" denies that Pokrovsk is under threat of encirclement, stating that there is currently no significant threat of encirclement or noticeable envelopment. Urban fighting in Pokrovsk is not ruled out in the future, but currently, the enemy is trying to avoid it.
• Russian artillery successfully destroyed a US-supplied M119 howitzer near Ulakly, in support of the offensive on the Kurakhove axis.
• One person was killed and four were wounded in a Russian attack on the Vasilyevsky district of the Zaporizhzhia region.
• Russian forces are working to destroy Ukrainian defenses near Pokrovsk.
• Russian forces launched an attack on the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant with 8 drones.
• Video from "БУТУСОВ ПЛЮС" shows a quad bike driving through a destroyed Russian column on the Pokrovsk direction.
• Video from "Операция Z: Военкоры Русской Весны" shows the 506th Regiment conducting an offensive near the city, resulting in heavy losses for Ukrainian forces.
• Video evidence shows a Ukrainian unit targeting a Russian position in a building in Toretsk with an explosive device.

Kursk Region

• Stalled Ukrainian Counteroffensive: The Ukrainian counteroffensive has stalled, with reports of heavy losses (estimated up to 48,000 casualties). The Washington Post reports that if Ukrainian forces withdraw from the Kursk region, 60,000 Russian troops will follow them into Ukraine and capture more territory.
• Renewed Russian Offensive: Russian forces have resumed offensive operations, with advances near Novaya Sorochina, between Guyevo and Kurilovka, and in the forested areas of the Sudzha border region.
• Intense Fighting: Intense fighting is reported in multiple locations, including Pogrebki, Orlovka, Staraya Sorochina, Novaya Sorochina, and the forests near Sverdlikovo and Lebedevka.
• Artillery & Drones: Russian artillery and drone operations are proving effective. Russian forces are using drones to drop leaflets on Ukrainian positions, urging them to surrender.
• Reinforcements: Over 350 enemy personnel, including special operations forces, have reportedly arrived in the region.
• Makhnovka: Heavy fighting continues, with both sides present. Paratroopers from the 106th Airborne Division are conducting active assault operations in the forests near Sverdlikovo and Lebedevka.
• The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports that in Kurshchyna today, Ukrainian defenders repelled 16 enemy attacks, six combat clashes continue. Ukrainian defenders repelled 29 enemy attacks.
• The Russian Ministry of Defense reports significant Ukrainian losses in the region during the day and since the beginning of hostilities. Ukrainian forces lost more than 240 people during the day. Since the beginning of hostilities in the Kursk region, the AFU has lost more than 50,840 troops, 296 tanks, 224 infantry fighting vehicles, 161 armored personnel carriers, 1,521 armored fighting vehicles, 1,445 vehicles, 353 artillery guns, 44 MLRS launchers, including 13 HIMARS and 6 MLRS made by the USA, 16 anti-aircraft missile launchers, eight transport-loading vehicles, 91 EW stations.
• Video evidence of Russian forces capturing 13 Ukrainian soldiers from the 82nd Brigade.
• The situation in Cherkasskoye Porechnoye, Martynovka, Agronom, and Pogrebki remains unchanged.
• Active fighting is taking place in the area of Sudzha. An attack by the Russian Armed Forces in the settlement of Russkoye Porechnoye by an infantry unit was reported. The assault group was shelled by the Ukrainian Armed Forces. The Russian Armed Forces advanced more than 2 km and reached the advanced positions near the village of Kositsa.
• Russian sources claim the enemy has lost at least 35 pieces of equipment and more than 200 personnel in the last two days, with 14 Ukrainian soldiers captured near Berdin.
• Almost 30 Ukrainian paratroopers were captured after a failed counterattack in Volchansk.
• Dozens of Ukrainian soldiers have been taken prisoner.
• Russian forces report that they are continuing to storm Pogrebki and that both sides are present in the village. Russian forces also report that they are conducting an offensive west of Novaya Sorochina.
• Russian forces report that they control most of Russkoye Porechnoye and are concentrating reserves southwest of Kozino.
• Russian forces are continuing their offensive near Leonidovo, advancing towards Viktorivka and Nikolsky.
• Russian forces are attempting to reach the outskirts of Sudzha, with fighting ongoing near Zamostye.
• Russian forces have made a powerful 10-kilometer breakthrough on the Kursk front, liberating Alexandria after previously taking Leonidovo, Novoivanovka, and Kruglenkoye.
• Russian forces have advanced on the western and northern flanks in the Kursk region, penetrating up to 4 kilometers deep on a 10-kilometer wide front.
• After liberating Leonidovo, Russian paratroopers took control of Alexandria and are continuing their attacks towards Staraya Sorochina, Viktorovka, and Nikolsky.
• The pro-Ukrainian analytical resource Deep State has acknowledged the liberation of Leonidovo, Alexandria, and Novoivanovka by Russian forces.
• The cleanup of Pogrebki continues on the southern flank, while paratroopers continue their assault on Makhnovka.
• A Russian Mi-28NM helicopter destroyed a Ukrainian stronghold in the border area of the Kursk region, according to the Russian Ministry of Defense.
• Russian forces are advancing in the Sudzha area, with reports of an infantry unit attacking Russkoye Porechnoye and reaching advanced positions near Kositsa.
• "Два майора" reports that in the Kursk region, the enemy launched 11 unsuccessful counterattacks on different sectors of the front in the Sudzhansky border area. Our troops have completed the clearing of enemy strongholds between Guyevo and Kurilovka, advancing with stubborn fighting in the forest belts of the Sudzhansky district. Fierce fighting continues in Makhnovka and Cherkasskaya Porechnaya, where the enemy is transferring new units.
• Analysis of an image showing a map overlay of the Kursk region, with red areas indicating Russian-controlled territory. Thermal drone footage on the right side of the image shows potential troop or vehicle presence. The image suggests an offensive movement from Kositsa towards Russkoye Porechnoye.
• "АРХАНГЕЛ СПЕЦНАЗА" reports that the situation on all fronts remains unchanged, with Russian forces consolidating their positions. Fighting continues in Pogrebki and on the western outskirts of Russkoye Porechnoye.
• Video evidence shows Ukrainian forces successfully employing a "Stugna-P" ATGM system against enemy vehicles in the region.
• A German Leopard 2A6 tank was destroyed in the Kursk region.
• Video from "Colonelcassad" details the ongoing fighting in the Kursk region, with Russian forces advancing in Nikolaevo-Daryino, Makhnovka, and Russkoye Porechnoye. The liberation of these settlements may be announced this week. There is also a battle for Cherkasskoye Porechnoye, with the enemy continuing to send reserves despite heavy losses.
• Video evidence shows a Russian soldier winning a hand-to-hand fight against a Ukrainian soldier, who subsequently detonated a grenade, killing himself.
• "АРХАНГЕЛ СПЕЦНАЗА Z" reports that enemy groups attempted to infiltrate from Cherkasskoye Porechnoye but were repelled by artillery fire. Enemy reserves are reportedly being brought into Lebedevka and Sverdlikovo, and the use of "Baba Yaga" agricultural drones for reconnaissance is mentioned.
• Video from "Colonelcassad" shows the 155th brigade of the Russian marines destroying Ukrainian manpower and equipment in the Kursk direction. The video shows drone footage of strikes on Ukrainian positions and vehicles, resulting in explosions and fires. The video also shows Russian soldiers advancing and engaging Ukrainian forces.
• Overnight, in the Kursk region, 40 Ukrainian drones were destroyed by air defense forces. The video shows footage of explosions in the night sky, followed by images of the wreckage of downed drones.
• Ukrainian forces from the 47th Mechanized Brigade repelled a massive Russian assault in the Viktorivka area near Malaya Loknya, Kursk region. The attack involved about 50 units of equipment. The assault was carried out in six waves. The Ukrainian forces successfully repelled the attack, inflicting significant losses on the enemy. The video shows footage of destroyed Russian tanks and armored vehicles, as well as captured Russian soldiers.
• Video evidence of a North Korean soldier evicting two Russian women from their house in the village of Makhnovka. The video shows the soldier, speaking in broken Russian, ordering the women to leave the house, claiming that it is now his property. The women protest, but the soldier insists that they must leave.
• Video of a Russian Su-34 bomber destroying a Ukrainian stronghold in the Kursk border area.
• The message states that the operation to neutralize the enemy in the Kursk region continues.
• A Ukrainian counterattack involving about 50 units of equipment was repelled by Ukrainian forces near Viktorivka. The attack was carried out in six waves. Ukrainian forces reportedly destroyed a significant amount of enemy equipment and inflicted heavy casualties.
• Positional fighting is reported near Sudzha and Uspenovka, with Russian forces reportedly crossing the Snagost River and advancing about 1 km.
• The Russian Ministry of Defense reports that since the beginning of hostilities in the Kursk region, the AFU has lost 90 EW stations.
• Ukrainian forces, specifically the "Birds of Madyar" unit, used drones to record the bodies of North Korean and Russian troops in Kursk Oblast.
• The enemy is attempting to reinforce the defense of Kositsa with additional equipment and personnel.
• The situation in Cherkasskoye Porechnoye, Martynovka, Agronom, and Pogrebki remains unchanged.
• The enemy attempted to attack with two armored personnel carriers near Makhnovka but was destroyed by an FPV drone.
• Russian forces dropped leaflets at AFU positions in Kursk region border area before delivering artillery strikes and further assault, and mopping up enemy's positions. The Ukrainian servicemen were called to lay their weapons down and surrender to save their lives.
• Su-35S jets provided cover for aircraft and helicopters during airstrikes on enemy equipment and manpower in the Kursk region.
• The Russian Ministry of Defense reports significant Ukrainian losses in the region during the day and since the beginning of hostilities.
• New: A Russian airstrike targeted a boarding school in Sudzha where civilians were sheltering, resulting in one death. This incident has been confirmed by a Ukrainian military spokesperson.

Kharkiv Region

• Russian Advances: Russian forces report advances towards Lozova in the Izyum area and in Dvurichna. They have reportedly expanded their bridgehead up to 5 km south of Dvorechnaya, occupied the forest near Zapadnoye, and advanced significantly in the center of Dvurichna.
• Ukrainian forces have reportedly stabilized the situation near Kruhliakivka and Kolisnykivka, preventing further Russian advances along the Oskil River.
• DeepState denies reports of the occupation of Lozova.
• The 3rd Assault Brigade of the Ukrainian Armed Forces is reportedly engaging Russian forces on the outskirts of Kharkiv.
• On the Kupyansk direction, fighters from the 1st Tank Army disrupted an enemy rotation and hit an American M113 armored personnel carrier with infantry.
• The Ukrainian Armed Forces attempted to counterattack in the Staritsa area of the Kharkiv region, but the Russian Armed Forces prevented a breakthrough of the defense line.
• Several dozen civilians reportedly remain in the frontline zone near Kupyansk, according to the head of the Kupyansk Regional State Administration.
• New: The Russian Ministry of Defense claims that Russian forces have captured Kalinovo near Kupyansk.

Luhansk Region

• Russian Advances: On the Krasnolimansk direction, units of the Russian Army are developing success in Ivanovka (right bank of the Zherebets River). Russian forces are attempting to capture heights beyond Ivanovka near Terny and are storming Zahryzove. Russian forces have captured Ivanovka near Terny, marking a significant advance.
• Following the liberation of Ivanovka, Russian troops continued their advance southward along the opposite bank of the Zherebets River from Terny.
• Russian forces have successfully repelled over 30 Ukrainian attempts to infiltrate the Luhansk People's Republic in the past week, resulting in significant Ukrainian losses.
• Russian forces are advancing near Makeevka, according to pro-Russian sources.
• Russian forces report that they have expanded their zone of control on the right bank of the Zherebets River and are advancing towards the western border of the Luhansk People's Republic.
• Russian forces report that they have advanced beyond Nadiya and are moving towards the border of the Luhansk People's Republic and the Kharkiv region.

Drone Warfare

• Extensive Activity: Widespread drone activity is reported across multiple regions, with both sides utilizing drones for reconnaissance, targeting, and attacks. Ukrainian forces report that their drones can strike targets up to 2000 km away. Ukrainian air defense forces are actively engaging hostile drones.
• Confirmed Attack in Engels: A Ukrainian drone attack on an industrial facility in Engels, deep inside Russian territory, has been confirmed. The fire at the oil depot is intensifying, with reports of new explosions and a state of emergency declared. The oil depot in Engels has been burning for 5 days.
• Nizhnekamsk Oil Refinery Attack: Drone attacks and explosions were reported near an oil refinery in Nizhnekamsk, Tatarstan.
• New Drone Technology: Reports indicate that Russian forces are increasingly using drones connected to fiber-optic cables, which are resistant to electronic warfare. The new Russian "Pirahna-13" FPV drone, designed for remote mining and capable of carrying up to 15 kg of explosives, has been introduced.
• New Drone Activity: Reports of drone movements across multiple oblasts:
  • Zhytomyr Oblast: Drones are reported in the northern part, moving west.
  • Kyiv Oblast: Drones are present in the northern part, moving west. Air raid alerts have been reported for Kyiv. Reports indicate a drone hit a multi-story building in the Solomyanskyi district of Kyiv, damaging windows and 6 cars, but causing no casualties.
  • Chernihiv Oblast: Drones are observed in the northern and southern parts, moving west. The Ukrainian Air Force reports activity of Russian drones in the Chernihiv region.
  • Sumy Oblast: Two drones are heading towards Romny, and one towards Lypova Dolyna. The Ukrainian Air Force reports the launch of guided aerial bombs by tactical aircraft in Sumy Oblast. An enemy drone is approaching Sumy from the south. Enemy drones are observed in Sumy Oblast (moving north through Sumy) and in the center of Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, course - north-east. A drone is flying in the Sumy region to the north through Sumy!
  • Kirovohrad Oblast: Drones are present in the eastern part, moving southwest.
  • Kharkiv Oblast: Drones are moving from Kharkiv towards Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. Three drones are also reported to be near Lozova.
  • Dnipropetrovsk Oblast: One drone is in the Kryvyi Rih district, another is over Dolynska.
  • Poltava Oblast: One drone is reported to be circling south of Poltava.
  • Cherkasy Oblast: One drone was reported in the eastern part, constantly changing course.
  • Vinnytsia Oblast: One drone is reported to be flying over the region. A cruise missile was reported on Mykolaiv Oblast course towards Vinnytsia.
  • Odesa Oblast: Drones on the border of Kirovohrad and Odesa regions, course - west.
  • Kherson Oblast: A group of attack drones is reported on the north of the Kherson region with a course to the south.
  • Overnight, in the Kursk region, 40 Ukrainian drones were destroyed by air defense forces.
  • Air raid alerts have been called off for Zaporizhzhia and Dnipropetrovsk Oblasts.
  • 9 drones are now reported to be circling Zaporizhzhia.
  • Reports of drones being used to attack targets in Crimea. An explosion was reported in Kerch, potentially due to air defense activity. Reports that unknown drones are attacking Voronezh and Kursk in Russia.
  • Video evidence of a successful Russian strike on a Ukrainian ammunition depot using an FPV drone equipped with fiber optic cable.
  • Ukrainian forces report that they have destroyed 2 enemy electronic warfare systems and damaged a cannon using drones.
  • Reports of a fire near Lake Bam, on the outskirts of Novorossiysk.
  • Reports of an explosion in the Vitino area near Yevpatoria, Crimea.
  • Reports of drone attacks on Novorossiysk, with Russian air defenses attempting to intercept them.
  • Russian Telegram channels report air defense activity and the interception of drones and missiles over Sevastopol, Kerch, Taman, and the "Kavkaz" port.
  • Drone attacks are reported in Voronezh, Kursk, Saratov, and Lipetsk Oblasts.
  • Local authorities in Anapa report air defense activity.
  • A community is requesting information about sightings in local chats in Anapa.
  • A video from the Telegram channel "Colonelcassad" shows the destruction of an aerial repeater based on the Matrice 30t UAV in Pokrovsk.
  • Video evidence shows Russian drone operators destroying a Ukrainian Grad MLRS in the Kherson region.
  • City of Pryluky (Chernihiv Oblast) is under threat from enemy drones approaching from the northeast.
  • Drones in the west of Poltava region, course - west / southwest;
  • Drones in the north of Sumy region, course - south-west;
  • Drones in the center of Chernihiv region, course - south / south-west;
  • Drones in the east of Kyiv region, course - west / north-west;
  • Drones on the border of Kirovohrad and Odesa regions, course - west.
  • Enemy drone is moving in the direction of Cherkasy from the southeast.
  • One drone north of Cherkasy, moving towards Kyiv Oblast. Two drones west of Poltava, moving northwest. Five drones near Konotop, moving southwest.
  • Explosions were reported in Cherkasy and its outskirts.
  • Video from "БУТУСОВ ПЛЮС" shows a Ukrainian FPV drone attempting to hit a Russian Ka-52 "Alligator" helicopter. The helicopter evaded the attack. The incident took place in the Zaporizhzhia direction.
  • Ukrainian border guards reportedly struck a Russian drone launch site in Vovchansk using drones.
  • Video from "Colonelcassad" shows an unsuccessful attempt by a Ukrainian FPV drone to hit a Russian Ka-52 helicopter.
  • Video from "Операция Z" shows the "String" of the "Brave" destroying enemy defenses while advancing towards Pokrovsk.
  • Video from "Colonelcassad" shows the 155th brigade of the Russian marines destroying Ukrainian manpower and equipment in the Kursk direction.
  • Ukrainian drone operators targeted and killed a Russian soldier in the Pokrovsk direction.
  • In the Rostov region, 16 Ukrainian drones were destroyed by air defense forces.
  • Soldiers of the 108th Air Assault Brigade shared footage of their work in the Zaporizhzhia region.
  • Video evidence shows a Ukrainian drone operator targeting a Russian soldier.
  • Video evidence of Russian helicopters operating in the conflict zone. The video shows at least three helicopters, including attack and transport types, flying over a rural landscape. One helicopter deploys flares, indicating a potential threat environment.
  • Reports of Ukrainian air defense systems operating in the Kyiv region due to enemy drones.
  • Multiple drones reported in various regions, including Lozova in Kharkiv Oblast, Kamensky (near Kryvyi Rih), east of Cherkasy, west of Poltava, near Vasylkiv, approaching Brovary from Nizhyn, and east of Konotop. One drone is reported to be north of Kyiv and another south of Kyiv, flying towards the capital from Obukhiv. Another drone is reported to be flying from Kharkiv Oblast towards Poltava Oblast.
  • The Ukrainian Air Force reports activity of Russian drones in the Chernihiv region.
  • A new video from the Telegram channel "Colonelcassad" shows a Russian "Lancet" loitering munition destroying a Ukrainian self-propelled howitzer near Vozdvyzhenka.
  • The Ukrainian Air Force reports the movement of UAVs in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast towards the west and in Kirovohrad Oblast towards the east. They urge people to take shelter.
  • A video from the Telegram channel "Colonelcassad" shows a Russian "Lancet" loitering munition destroying a Ukrainian self-propelled howitzer near Vozdvyzhenka. The footage demonstrates the continued use of loitering munitions to target enemy artillery and highlights the ongoing fighting in the area. The use of drones for reconnaissance and targeting is also evident. The "Lancet" is a Russian-made loitering munition that is known for its precision and ability to penetrate armor. The destruction of the self-propelled howitzer is a significant loss for Ukrainian forces and demonstrates the effectiveness of Russian drone warfare.
  • A message from the Telegram channel "Операция Z: Военкоры Русской Весны" claims that the 506th Regiment has captured Yantarne, south of Kurakhovo. The message also claims that Russian forces are continuing to advance in the area. This information indicates that Russian forces are making progress in the Kurakhiv direction and are continuing their offensive operations. The capture of Yantarne is a significant development, as it further strengthens Russian positions in the area and puts additional pressure on Ukrainian defenses.
  • A message from the Telegram channel "Colonelcassad" reports that a Russian "Lancet" loitering munition destroyed a Ukrainian T-72M1 tank near Vozdvyzhenka. The message also includes a video of the strike. This information demonstrates the continued use of loitering munitions to target enemy armor and highlights the ongoing fighting in the area. The destruction of the tank is a significant loss for Ukrainian forces and demonstrates the effectiveness of Russian drone warfare. The "Lancet" is a Russian-made loitering munition that is known for its precision and ability to penetrate armor.
  • A message from the Telegram channel "Colonelcassad" reports that Russian paratroopers have captured the northern part of Dzerzhynsk (Toretsk). The message also claims that Russian forces have established a flag in the northern part of the city. This information indicates that Russian forces are making progress in the Toretsk direction and are continuing their offensive operations. The capture of the northern part of Dzerzhynsk (Toretsk) is a significant development, as it further strengthens Russian positions in the area and puts additional pressure on Ukrainian defenses.
  • A message from the Telegram channel "Colonelcassad" reports that Russian forces have captured a Ukrainian stronghold in Kurakhove. The message also includes a video of the capture. This information indicates that Russian forces are continuing their offensive operations in the Kurakhiv direction and are making progress in capturing Ukrainian positions. The capture of the stronghold is a significant development, as it further strengthens Russian positions in the area and puts additional pressure on Ukrainian defenses.
  • A message from the Telegram channel "Старше Эдды" reports that Russian forces have advanced 500 meters near the South-Eastern mine in Chasiv Yar and have claimed new positions in the northern part. The message also claims that Russian forces now control approximately 20% of the territory of the refractory plant. This information indicates that Russian forces are making progress in the Chasiv Yar direction and are continuing their offensive operations. The capture of new positions and the control of part of the refractory plant are significant developments, as they further strengthen Russian positions in the area and put additional pressure on Ukrainian defenses.
  • A message from the Telegram channel "Colonelcassad" reports that Russian forces have captured Shevchenko. The message also includes a video of the capture. This information indicates that Russian forces are continuing their offensive operations and are making progress in capturing Ukrainian positions. The capture of Shevchenko is a significant development, as it further strengthens Russian positions in the area and puts additional pressure on Ukrainian defenses.
  • A message from the Telegram channel "Z комитет + СВО карта" reports that Russian forces have captured Yantarne, south of Kurakhovo. The message also claims that Russian forces are continuing to advance in the area. This information indicates that Russian forces are making progress in the Kurakhiv direction and are continuing their offensive operations. The capture of Yantarne is a significant development, as it further strengthens Russian positions in the area and puts additional pressure on Ukrainian defenses.
  • A message from the Telegram channel "Z комитет + СВО карта" reports that a group of Ukrainian soldiers has reportedly become trapped in a "fire pocket" near a refractory plant in Chasiv Yar. The message also claims that Russian forces now control approximately 20% of the territory of the refractory plant. This information indicates that Ukrainian forces are facing a difficult situation in Chasiv Yar and that Russian forces are making progress in the area. The report of a "fire pocket" suggests that Ukrainian soldiers are surrounded or cut off from support. The control of part of the refractory plant is a significant development, as it further strengthens Russian positions in the area and puts additional pressure on Ukrainian defenses.
  • A message from the Telegram channel "Операция Z: Военкоры Русской Весны" claims that Russian forces are completing the liberation of Russkoye Porechnoye. The message also claims that Ukrainian military analysts acknowledge Russian advances up to 3.25 km deep in this area. This information indicates that Russian forces are making significant progress in the Kursk region and are continuing their offensive operations. The liberation of Russkoye Porechnoye and the acknowledged advances are significant developments, as they further strengthen Russian positions in the area and put additional pressure on Ukrainian defenses.
  • A message from the Telegram channel "Colonelcassad" reports that Russian forces have captured 13 Ukrainian soldiers from the 82nd Brigade. The message also includes a video of the capture. This information indicates that Ukrainian forces are suffering losses in the Kursk region and that Russian forces are making progress in capturing Ukrainian soldiers. The capture of 13 soldiers from the 82nd Brigade is a significant development, as it further weakens Ukrainian positions in the area and provides intelligence opportunities for Russian forces.
  • A message from the Telegram channel "Z комитет + СВО карта" reports that Russian forces have captured Ivanovka near Terny, marking a significant advance. The message also claims that Russian forces are attempting to capture heights beyond Ivanovka near Terny and are storming Zahryzove. This information indicates that Russian forces are making progress in the Luhansk region and are continuing their offensive operations. The capture of Ivanovka is a significant development, as it further strengthens Russian positions in the area and puts additional pressure on Ukrainian defenses.
  • A message from the Telegram channel "Z комитет + СВО карта" reports that following the liberation of Ivanovka, Russian troops continued their advance southward along the opposite bank of the Zherebets River from Terny. This information indicates that Russian forces are continuing their offensive operations in the Luhansk region and are making progress in advancing southward. The continued advance along the Zherebets River is a significant development, as it further strengthens