Ukrainian paratroopers crush Russian assault near Pokrovsk. It’s truly remarkable how Ukrainian forces continue to hold their ground, and even push back, near Pokrovsk. This city has endured a relentless siege for years, with the Russians throwing wave after wave of troops into frontal assaults. It’s a testament to the Ukrainian spirit and their tactical prowess that they’ve not only survived but are making life incredibly difficult for the invading forces.
Pokrovsk, unlike some other areas, holds significant strategic value. Should Russia gain complete control, it would greatly simplify their logistics, making it easier to resupply their troops and project power.… Continue reading
The Myrnohrad defense, as of December 23, 2025, is holding strong. Ukrainian forces are successfully repelling Russian assaults on the approaches to the city. This is the crucial update. Their effectiveness in eliminating Russian assault groups is a key factor in the current stalemate. The information suggests the frontline is within a few kilometers.
The fighting around Pokrovsk is particularly intense, especially since the Ukrainian forces control the northern part of the city. Over the past day, the defenders successfully fought off 58 separate Russian attacks, inflicting significant casualties. The losses are substantial; the military reports 132 Russian troops killed in action within that timeframe.… Continue reading
The Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces, Oleksandr Syrskyi, announced that Russia has amassed approximately 710,000 troops for a strategic offensive against Ukraine, marking a significant escalation of the conflict. Despite sustaining heavy losses, Russian forces continue offensive actions, although they have not achieved major operational gains. Ukrainian forces have successfully pushed back Russian troops in several areas, including Kupiansk, reclaiming a significant portion of the city. Syrskyi also highlighted ongoing efforts to defend against persistent Russian attempts to capture Pokrovsk.
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President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported that Russia has not achieved successful offensive operations in recent weeks, despite ongoing actions. While acknowledging Russian advances and continued fighting, particularly in Pokrovsk, he highlighted Ukrainian successes, such as near-complete clearing of Kupiansk. Furthermore, Zelenskyy stated that Russia experienced its most significant losses in October, with approximately 25,500 service members killed, as confirmed by video evidence.
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Ukrainian forces have initiated a coordinated operation in Pokrovsk, Donetsk region, with the goal of expelling Russian forces, involving multiple branches of the Defense Forces, including the HUR. Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi confirmed the ongoing operation, emphasizing that Ukrainian troops are holding their positions despite intense enemy pressure. Syrskyi stated there is no encirclement and logistics remain functional, highlighting the roles of assault units, drone operators, and various special forces. Defense efforts will be reinforced with additional resources.
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Russia’s latest big Ukraine offensive gains next to nothing, again, and the grim reality is becoming clearer with each passing month. The much-vaunted Russian summer offensive, which began with such fanfare, has largely stalled, and the price they’re paying for it is astronomical. It’s a strategic disaster unfolding in slow motion, and the numbers tell the story of a military struggling to achieve even the most modest of goals.
The battlefield itself provides the starkest evidence. Despite launching waves of attacks, Russia has managed to seize a negligible amount of Ukrainian territory. We’re talking about a mere fraction of a percent, a statistic that hardly justifies the immense human and material cost.… Continue reading
On September 1st, the General Staff announced the 425th Regiment of Ukraine had liberated Novoekonomichne in Donetsk Oblast, a village with a pre-war population nearing 2,800. After two weeks of fighting, Ukrainian forces raised the national flag on August 31st, though the area had been in a “gray zone” according to DeepState maps. This liberation occurred amidst intensified Russian ground offensives in the Pokrovsk sector, potentially strengthening Moscow’s position in future peace negotiations as proposed by the Kremlin.
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A joint operation by the Russian Volunteer Corps, the Bratstvo unit, and the 5th Separate Heavy Mechanised Brigade successfully thwarted a Russian attempt to break through in Donetsk Oblast and advance toward the Dnipropetrovsk Oblast border. During the operation, fighters captured 16 Russian service personnel. Some of these prisoners were tasked with filming propaganda reports falsely claiming the capture of Ukrainian settlements. Defence Intelligence of Ukraine (DIU) released a video detailing the operation but did not specify its exact timing.
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The Ukrainian General Staff announced that forces have stabilized the situation in Sumy Oblast, pushing back Russian troops from the region’s capital. Ukrainian troops advanced, liberating Andriivka and halting the Russian advance along several key lines near the border with Russia. Despite Russia deploying its best brigades and utilizing long-range weaponry, President Zelensky confirmed the offensive in Sumy Oblast had been halted. The Russian objective includes reaching the administrative borders of Donetsk and Luhansk oblasts and creating a buffer zone in border areas, while also attempting to fully oust Ukrainian troops from Russia’s Kursk and Belgorod oblasts.
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According to Ukraine’s army chief, Gen. Oleksandr Syrskyi, Ukrainian forces have halted Russian advances in the Sumy region, stabilizing the frontline and effectively “choking off” the summer offensive. Despite these successes, Syrskyi emphasized the urgent need for improved fortifications, citing delays in construction and the importance of “kill zones” and anti-drone measures. The situation remains volatile, as Russia continues to target Sumy with missile strikes and has claimed to have captured several villages, while also potentially establishing a buffer zone. Recent criticism has been raised over the quality of fortifications in the region and the delays in their construction.
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