Contents tagged with Zaporizhzhia
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Syrskyi: Russia redeploys troops from Sumy region for a new push on Zaporizhzhia
Ukraine’s Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi is warning of a new Russian push toward the Zaporizhzhia region, saying Moscow is moving forces from the Sumy sector to support the effort.
The Russian military is preparing a new offensive on the Zaporizhzhia axis with the aim of seizing the entire region. To do this, Russian forces are redeploying troops from Sumy, Syrskyi said in an interview with RBC-Ukraine.
He said the situation along the front remains difficult. Russian forces are …
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Ukrainian forces blow up Russian fuel train near Tokmak, severing rail line in occupied Zaporizhzhia
In the Russian-occupied part of Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia region, Ukraine’s Forces destroyed a freight train carrying fuel. The blast completely ruined the railway tracks Russia uses to move weapons and military equipment to the southern front.
Petro Andryushchenko, head of the Center for the Study of Occupation, reported explosions on a rail spur built by Russian forces. He posted two photos of the aftermath and said “there is no longer any rail service through occupied Zaporizhzhia.” Meanwhile, …
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Syrskyi: Russia preparing powerful strike on Zaporizhzhia axis, aiming to capture entire region
Zaporizhzhia could be Russia’s next priority target in Ukraine, according to Oleksandr Syrskyi, commander-in-chief of Ukraine’s Armed Forces. He said a strike in this sector had been planned a year ago but was derailed by the Kursk operation.
In an interview with RBC-Ukraine, Syrskyi said Russia’s strategic offensive is ongoing and the front line remains difficult. He said Russian forces are regrouping and concentrating on two main axes: Pokrovsk and Zaporizhzhia.
An advance on Pokrovsk …
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Russia boosts troop and weapon numbers in the Zaporizhzhia region
Russia has begun extensive deployment of personnel and heavy equipment to the Zaporizhzhia region, according to Petro Andriushchenko, head of the Occupation Study Center.
Russian occupying forces are reportedly deploying large numbers of troops, with over 30 ammunition trucks, tanks, and fuel tankers directed toward the Zaporizhia front. Andriushchenko noted on his Telegram channel that a total of 25 tank and armored vehicle carriers have been detected.
Andriushchenko further pointed out to a …
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Russian troops adapt new tactics with smaller infantry units in Southern Ukraine offensive
Russian forces have changed their offensive tactics in southern Ukraine, as stated by the South Defense Forces spokesperson, Vladyslav Voloshyn. He spoke to Channel 24 about the new approach, which involves smaller infantry units instead of the previously larger formations. Originally, Russian troops engaged with several platoons or nearly an entire battalion and utilized significant amounts of armored vehicles. Despite suffering considerable losses, these tactics failed to yield success. …
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Ukrainian Forces repel major Russian assault in Zaporizhzhia region
Ukrainian Defense Forces successfully thwarted a large-scale assault involving six columns of Russian equipment in Zaporizhzhia. Russia deployed hundreds of fighters and 40 units of armored vehicles in this massive attack, but their initial infantry fighting vehicles were destroyed kilometers away from the frontline. The defensive preparations of Ukrainian forces proved effective, derailing the Russian strategy.
On April 22, the press service of "Artan", a special unit of the Main Intelligence …
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Senior Russian officer killed in Ukrainian drone strike in Zaporizhzhia region
Ukrainian military intelligence killed Sergei Melnikov, the chief of staff of the Russian grouping "Storm. Ossetia," marking the removal of another high-ranking Russian official.
The operation took place in the Zaporizhzhia region where Melnikov, known by the codename "Kam," was targeted. Operatives from Ukraine's Defense Intelligence (GUR) carried out the mission, capturing footage now available through the agency's channel as of January 5.
Melnikov was ambushed on the Vasylivka-Tokmak …
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Ukraine anticipates Russian offensive in Zaporizhzhia region
Russian armed forces are reportedly planning offensive actions in certain areas of the Zaporizhzhia region, but there is no immediate threat to Zaporizhzhia city, according to Andriy Kovalenko, head of Ukraine's Center for Counteracting Disinformation under the NSDC.
Kovalenko emphasized the importance of distinguishing between the Zaporizhzhia region and the city itself. He stated that while Russian forces are indeed stepping up activity in certain regional directions, Ukraine's defense …
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Ukrainian military official downplays threat of Russian offensive in Zaporizhzhia region
Ivan Tymochko, head of the Council of Reservists of the Ground Forces, believes statements about a Russian offensive on Zaporizhzhia are merely escalating the situation, as such an option is unlikely. During an interview with Hromadske Radio, he noted that Russians in this area currently face challenges and lack resources for a full-scale invasion.
The Russians can move their troops between Russia and Crimea by land, but the path is narrow and constantly under attacks from various Ukrainian …
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Russian forces prepare for escalated offensives in Zaporizhzhia: increase in armored and aerial assets mark key strategy shift
Russian forces have conducted drills in the occupied territories, specifically using armored vehicles in the Zaporizhzhia region, according to Vladyslav Voloshin, spokesperson for the "South" Defense Forces. Voloshin revealed that reconnaissance data suggests this equipment aims to bolster both transportation of assault groups and infantry fire support in areas like Pryiutne and Levadne.
Voloshin highlighted how these military exercises on temporarily occupied training grounds in the …