Contents tagged with Donbas
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Russian forces capture two villages in Donetsk region
Russian forces have captured two villages in Ukraine's Donetsk region, according to DeepState. The Russian troops have also advanced near three other locations in Eastern Ukraine. Russian forces captured the villages of Konstaninopil and Andriivka in the Novopavlivka direction and pushed into the village of Shevchenko, as well as near Dneproenergiya and Aleksiivka, reports DeepState.
Meanwhile, the Ukrainian operational-tactical group Khortytsia indicated that the Russian army conducted …
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Russian tank column obliterated near Kostyantynivka amid crumbling offensive
A mechanized assault by Russian troops on the Kostyantynivka front has ended in a crushing defeat, exhausting Russia's resources as its command scrambles to patch up the situation. According to military expert Oleksandr Kovalenko, the assault involved approximately 15 armored vehicles and up to 10 light tanks. However, the outcome was catastrophic: all of the equipment was obliterated by the Ukrainian defense, utilizing methods ranging from FPV drones to Javelin anti-tank missiles. "The …
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Ukrainian Forces report surge in Russian surrenders near Lyman
In the face of harsh conditions and abandoned by their leaders, Russian soldiers near Lyman are surrendering in droves, according to Ukrainian military officers. Senior Lieutenant Rostyslav Yashchishyn of the 63rd Separate Mechanized Brigade reported a dramatic increase in Russian combatants opting for capture, often due to being left without food or water. As per the Army Inform, these surrenders include both Russian soldiers and foreigners, the latter having joined the Russian Armed Forces in …
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Russia's ambitious plan to capture four Ukrainian regions by year's end met with skepticism
Bloomberg reported that Russia aims to capture four Ukrainian regions by the end of the year. Speaking with the Ukrainian broadcaster Suspilne, Ukrainian Armed Forces reserve colonel and military expert Serhiy Hrabskiy expressed skepticism about Russia's ability to achieve this plan within the stated timeline.
On May 19, Bloomberg reported that Russian President Vladimir Putin believes he has the upper hand on the front lines and thinks he can fully capture four Ukrainian regions by the year's …
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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 Air Force strikes Russian command post in Donetsk region
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The Ukrainian Armed Forces reportedly launched a significant strike against a Russian command post in the Donetsk region, an area crucial for managing Russian offensives towards Pokrovsk. This command post was strategically located near the occupied city of Bakhmut.
This operation was reported by Ukraine's General Staff, which confirmed that the Ukrainian Air Force recently delivered a devastating blow to the command post of the 6th Motorized Rifle Division in Bakhmut, an area temporarily …
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Russia escalates offensive on Lyman-Kupyansk front
Russian forces have ramped up their offensive capability on the Lyman-Kupiansk front, making a concerted effort to breach Ukrainian defenses amid favorable weather conditions. Some gains have been noted.
This update comes from Major Dmytro Kozhubenko, an officer of the planning section of the National Guard's "Rubezh" brigade, in an interview with Espreso.
"The 'Rubezh' brigade is holding its current position, maintaining defense on the Lyman direction. This accounts for significant pressure …
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Ukrainian Forces repel Russian armored assault near Toretsk
In another bold move, Russian forces sent armored vehicles toward Ukrainian positions only to suffer losses yet again. Near Toretsk, Ukrainian troops turned the Russian armored column into a pile of burning wreckage.
Once more, Russia attempted a direct assault on Toretsk and once more faced a fiery defeat. A mechanized column aimed at breaching Ukrainian defenses was obliterated through the coordinated efforts of the 28th Mechanized Brigade and the 1004th Brigade. With the help of Ukrainian …
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Ukrainian Forces hold strategic positions in Toretsk amid intensified Russian assaults
Ukrainian Armed Forces are holding their ground at key elevated positions in Torestk but face mounting challenges as Russian forces intensify operations in the area. The Russians are deploying a significant number of various types of drones, signaling a broader strategy to seize control.
Dmytro Zaporozhets, spokesperson for the operational-tactical group "Luhansk," recently said in a comment to Suspilne that the Russian forces have launched numerous assault actions in central Toretsk, Donetsk …
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Ukrainian Forces counter Russian attacks amid intense battles in Donetsk region
Russian forces are reportedly entrenching themselves near the settlements of Kotliarivka and Fedorivka in Donets region, pushing deeper into Ukrainian defenses with an eye on advancing toward Komar, reports Ukrainian Forces soldier, codenamed "Mukhnoy," on his Telegram channel.
According to Mukhnoy, Russian forces have established positions east of Kotliarivka and are launching minor assaults around the area. Despite their efforts, they have not yet solidified their hold on the village …