Contents tagged with Kharkiv
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Devastating Russian missile strikes leave Kharkiv in ruins, claiming lives and injuring dozens
In an attack on Kharkiv early Friday, Russia launched a strike with four missiles, according to a statement from the city's mayor, Igor Terekhov, on Telegram. Terekhov reported that ballistic missiles armed with cluster warheads were used, leading to widespread devastation. At least one person has died, and another 98 have been injured, as per Terekhov's posts.
The mayor noted that over 20 apartment buildings and more than 30 private homes in Kharkiv sustained damage during the Russian missile …
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Syrskyi: Russia has started new offensive on Sumy and Kharkiv
Russian forces have started a new offensive targeting the Sumy and Kharkiv regions, a move anticipated by Ukraine, said Ukrainian Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi in an interview with Lb.ua.
"I can confirm that the President is absolutely correct, and this offensive has indeed begun," stated Syrskyi. He highlighted that over the past week, there has been a notable doubling of offensive operations by Russian troops along all key front lines. Monthly, the strength of Russian forces increases …
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Ukrainian Forces liberate parts of Dvorichna amid ongoing clashes in Kharkiv region
In a series of strategic operations this month, the Ukrainian Armed Forces have liberated part of the territories near the settlement of Dvorichna, Kharkiv region, from Russian troops, reported Oleksiy Maliarevyc, a representative of the 429th Separate UAV System Regiment "Achilles," in comments to Suspline. According to him, the de-occupied areas are clearly marked in blue on the DeepState map. These are crucial, albeit small, operations that have significantly improved the situation in the …
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Russian forces suffer setbacks near Kupyansk
In a significant shift on the front lines, Ukrainian forces successfully pushed back Russian troops in one sector, while Russian plans failed on two others. Analysts attribute this change to modifications in the organizational structure of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
On the Kupyansk axis, Ukrainian forces drove Russian troops north of the village of Zapadne, according to a March 5 report from DeepState. "Despite continued pressure on the Moscow-established bridgeheads, Ukrainian Forces are …
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Ukrainian Forces regain ground in Kharkiv region
The Armed Forces of Ukraine have successfully pushed back Russian troops north of the village of Zapadne in the Kharkiv region. Despite facing considerable pressure from the Russians, Ukrainian forces are working hard to stabilize the situation on this front, particularly in the Kupyansk direction, according to reports by DeepState. Analysts highlight that Russian forces aim to capture the village of Fiholivka and have already approached its outskirts.
Moreover, Russian troops are consistently …
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Ukrainian Forces battle to dislodge entrenched Russian troops in Kharkiv's dense forests
The unique terrain has shaped the course of battles in this area of the front. Movement is severely limited for both sides in these dense, forested regions.
Russian forces have become adept at digging deep, multi-level trenches after making advancements, making it challenging to dislodge them, reported Volodymyr Degtyarev, a public relations representative for the 13th Operational Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine "Khartia".
Ukrainian drones are actively and vigilantly targeting …
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Ukraine's major cities at risk of Russian occupation in 2025, warns former military official
Former military officer Anatoliy Kozel, also known by his call sign "Kupol", has issued stark warnings that several major Ukrainian cities could face occupation by 2025 if current trends continue. In an interview with Ukrainian Witness, Kozel, formerly a lieutenant colonel and commander of Ukraine's 53rd mechanized brigade, criticized the flow of information to Ukraine's top brass and signaled a critical state on the frontlines.
Kozel emphasized the missed strategic opportunities in the past, …
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Russian officer linked to Ukrainian civilian deaths in critical condition after explosion in Russia
A Russian military officer, involved in the killing of civilians in the village of Hroza, Kupiansk district, Kharkiv region, is now in critical condition following an explosion, reported the Main Directorate of Intelligence of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine.
The explosion occurred on January 3 in the settlement of Shuya, Ivanovo region, Russia. Captain Konstantin Nagaiko, the battery commander of the rocket division of the 112th tank brigade of the 1st tank army of the Western Military …
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Ukrainian Forces pioneers use of unmanned ground vehicles in battle
In early December, the Ukrainian Armed Forces (UAF) made a groundbreaking move on the battlefield by deploying unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) and drones (FPVs) instead of infantry. This was announced by Volodymyr Degtyarev, a representative of the National Guard’s 13th Operational Brigade "Khartia," during a telethon broadcast
The offensive was led by fighters from "Khartia" in the Kharkiv region, utilizing robotic systems for mine clearance and surveillance operations. The first encounter …
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Ukrainian Forces reclaim Novomlynsk in Kharkiv region
Ukrainian defense forces have successfully liberated one of the settlements in the Kharkiv region, as reported by monitoring project DeepState.
According to the report, Ukrainian defenders managed to free Novomlynsk in the Kupyansk district of the Kharkiv region. In this area, near the village of Novomlynsk, the Russians had attempted to secure and hold a foothold on the right bank of the Oskil River, even crossing the water obstacle thanks to their manpower advantage. However, with backing …