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Ukrainian forces continued offensive operations near Bakhmut and Melitopol.

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Russian forces use Bakhmut mines as staging ground for further military operations, says Ukrainian military

Russia uses the city's mines as shelters for ammunition and supplies while converting them into field hospitals, reports Ukraine's "Khortytsia" military grouping spokesperson.

byOlena Mukhina

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Ukrainian brigade thwarts Russian motorcycle assault in Bakhmut sector (video)

The 30th Mechanized effectively countered a Russian motorcycle assault near Orikhovo-Vasylivka, destroying 8 out of 14 attacking vehicles.

byYuri Zoria

Screenshot from the Reporting from Ukraine video, 21 September

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Frontline report: Russian troops resume offensive near Bakhmut, but their advance halted

Russian forces are attempting to seize control of a coal mine complex north of Chasiv Yar, which sits at a higher elevation and would provide critical fire control over the entire area. Ukrainian defenders are racing to reinforce the site as Russians struggle to make headway.

byReporting from Ukraine

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Chasiv Yar’s survival rests on daring night drone team

Each night, a team of drone pilots elopes bombs and FPV attacks to make coveted shots of Russian troop movements in occupied Bakhmut -- hoping that their thermal covers and jammers will not let them down

byDavid Kirichenko

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Frontline report: Ukrainian HIMARS attacks and guerillas disrupt Russian logistics near Bakhmut

Ukrainian guerillas and HIMARS strikes target Russian logistics and equipment near Bakhmut, disrupting supply lines and slowing their offensive on Chasiv Yar in Donetsk Oblast. Russians forced to adjust strategy, focusing on securing flanks and expanding control east of the canal.

byReporting from Ukraine

Screenshot from the Reporting from Ukraine video, 7 July

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Frontline report: Russian motorcycle assaults in Chasiv Yar prove ineffective against Ukrainian drones

Ukrainian forces withdrew from the eastern side of the canal in Chasiv Yar, ceding the battered Kanal district to Russian control, while the Russians exhausted their forces after months-long assaults and started to use motorcycles for troop transport instead of armored vehicles.

byReporting from Ukraine

Ukrainian soldier carrying ammunition, illustrative image. Photo via Eastnews.ua.

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Newsweek: “My heart is for Ukraine,” mothers of US volunteers killed in action, call for more aid to war-torn country

Alison Magallon’s son, Jericho, was killed near Bakhmut in September 2023. She plans to travel to Ukraine to continue her son's legacy.

byOlena Mukhina

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Frontline report: Ukrainian forces target Russians hiding in water pipes in Donetsk Oblast

Russia's attempt to use the local water pipe network to covertly amass an attack force near Chasiv Yar backfired spectacularly as Ukrainian drones detected and eliminated soldiers inside the pipes, leading to severe losses that enabled successful Ukrainian counterattacks.

byReporting from Ukraine

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Frontline report: The battle for Chasiv Yar hinges on an unassuming waterway

Control of a crucial overground canal crossing could allow Russia to "establish a bridgehead and launch further attacks on Chasiv Yar," potentially threatening Ukrainian supply lines and rear positions.

byReporting from Ukraine

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British Intelligence: Russia likely achieved limited break-in of Chasiv Yar’s suburb in Donetsk Oblast

Heavy fighting continues in the urban areas, with Ukrainian Armed Forces repelling Russian advances.

byOlena Mukhina

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Frontline report: Russian forces suffer disastrous defeat in Chasiv Yar canal crossing offensive

In a tactical failure, Russian forces attempting to cross the canal in Chasiv Yar and advance on the Novi District were swiftly encircled and eliminated by Ukrainian ambushes, losing two BMD infantry fighting vehicles, a Tiger armored car, and a T-90M tank.

byReporting from Ukraine

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UK intel: Russia’s focus remains on Avdiivka axis in attempt to split Ukraine forces in Donetsk Oblast

Despite opening a new axis in Kharkiv Oblast, Russia's operational focus remains on attacks northwest of Avdiivka, seeking gains to split Ukrainian forces in Donetsk Oblast, per UK intelligence.

byYuri Zoria

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Battles ongoing: Ukrainian soldiers struck 18 Russian positions, two anti-aircraft missile systems, and one radar station as of 18 May

Combat engagements continue across the front line, with Ukrainian Defense Forces actively responding to Russian attempts to improve their tactical positions.

byOlena Mukhina

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Ukraine targets two Russian artillery units, downs a Kh-59 missile over past day

Ukrainian troops successfully repelled multiple Russian assaults while targeting artillery units and other military equipment.

byOlena Mukhina

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Frontline report: Ukrainian counterattack disrupts Russian offensive near Bakhmut

Ukrainian forces conducted a series of attacks south of Ivanivske, successfully disrupting Russian efforts to push forward their offensive near Bakhmut.

byReporting from Ukraine

Ukrainian soldiers. Photo: 25th Brigade via General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

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All Russian movements toward Chasiv Yar getting destroyed, Ukraine drone unit commander says

Russian troops aim to capture Donetsk Oblast's Chasiv Yar by May 9, deploying all available units, while Ukrainian forces destroy Russian attempts, denying territorial gains, as per a Ukrainian drone unit officer fighting in the area.

byYuri Zoria

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Military: Russia attempts breakthrough to Chasiv Yar amid Ukrainian resistance in Donetsk Oblast

In eastern Ukraine, Russian troops step up offensives, attempting to seize Ivanivske and break through Ukrainian defenses near Chasiv Yar, the Ukrainian military says.

byYuri Zoria

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Defense Minister: Russians concentrate forces for breakthrough west of Bakhmut

Despite "Russian numerical superiority," Ukraine's defenders disrupting Russian plans, Defense Minister Umerov said.

byMaria Tril

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Ukraine top military: Russian forces set deadline to capture Donetsk’s Chasiv Yar by May 9

Ukraine's military chief says Russians aim to seize Donetsk Oblast's Chasiv Yar by 9 May, directing efforts in Bakhmut’s vicinity, but Ukrainian defense holds strong, utilizing drones and artillery to disrupt and repel Russian infantry attacks.

byYuri Zoria

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Frontline report: Ukraine tries to defend heights around Bohdanivka in fierce fighting

After heavy aerial bombardment, Russian infantry secured a 1 km bridgehead south of Chasiv Yar, establishing positions 500 meters from the town's eastern edge.

byReporting from Ukraine