Forbes: Ukraine retakes Toretsk weeks after Russia’s “victory”
Ukrainian forces are advancing on key frontlines, notably in Toretsk, where they pushed back Russian troops soon after the Kremlin claimed victory in the strategic Donetsk town.
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Kyiv forces push back Russian troops in Kharkiv Oblast, but Borova remains under threat
As Russian forces expand their flanks, the risk of losing Borova threatens access to the strategic city of Izium.
Frontline report: Russians launch third counter-offensive wave, repeat failed tactics 6 times
The 810th Naval Infantry Brigade's attempted river crossing left both banks littered with destroyed vehicles and casualties, according to released footage.
Frontline report: Russian offensive in Toretsk stalls as Ukraine regains initiative
Amidst intense floor-by-floor fighting in Toretsk's high-rises, a Russian soldier fell to his death from the sixth floor while attempting to escape via balconies.
Leaked intel, late aid deliveries: RUSI report exposes flaws in Ukraine’s 2023 counteroffensive
The UK's top defense think tank revealed how overambitious planning and resource shortfall caused Ukraine's anticipated offense to fall flat.
ISW: Russian forces likely to launch counteroffensive in Kursk Oblast, redeploying troops to region
The Institute for the Study of War reports that Russia is likely preparing a counteroffensive in Kursk Oblast, potentially requiring up to 20,000 troops.
Russia struggles to mount serious counter-attacks in Kursk, says Estonian defense official
Estonian deputy chief of staff Lt-Col Puusepp says Russia is facing major command and control problems and cannot launch serious counter-attack in its Kursk Oblast, resorting to reactive defensive measures.
Can Ukraine’s coming F-16s crack fortress Crimea?
After a long wait, Ukraine expects F-16 jets to arrive soon. Will they enable a rapid counteroffensive? Experts are split.
Frontline report: Ukrainian forces destroy Russian air defense systems and ammunition depot in Kharkiv direction, prepare for counterblow
Ukrainian drones struck a Russian ammunition depot in Olkhovatka with over 3000 artillery shells in storage and also destroyed two Russian Pantsir self-propelled air defense systems in Belgorod Oblast with HIMARS rockets, setting the stage for a powerful counteroffensive in Kharkiv direction.
Ukraine’s 14 brigades are under-equipped, lacking weapons promised earlier by allies
Ukraine's President Zelenskyy discloses that 14 Ukrainian brigades are under-equipped, lacking promised weapons from allies, which delays potential counteroffensive operations against Russian forces.
General Staff: Ukrainian forces repel Russian advance in Kharkiv Oblast, launch counterattack
The Ukrainian General Staff reported that Ukrainian forces are engaged in difficult battles, defending the country's east and south while inflicting damage on the enemy, with the main actions concentrated in Kharkiv and Donetsk Oblasts.
US security adviser says $ 61 bn aid will enable Ukraine’s counteroffensive in 2025
Jake Sullivan says $61 billion in US military aid will enable Ukraine to prepare for a counteroffensive next year intended to halt further Russian territorial gains and reclaim lost ground.
ISW: Ukraine’s path to regaining territory hinges on West, Russia, Kyiv decisions
Ukraine's path to regaining occupied territories hinges on future decisions by the West (providing sufficient aid), Russia (scale of forecasted offensive), and Ukraine's ability to leverage Western aid.
Ground Forces Commander: Ukraine plans counteroffensive actions in 2024
Ukraine's Ground Forces commander says counteroffensive actions are planned for 2024 to seize initiative, stabilize frontlines, destroy enemy forces, regroup units, and conduct counterattacks.
ISW: Russian forces regain positions near Robotyne in Zaporizhzhia Oblast
"The recapture of these positions by Russian forces is not particularly significant at this time," according to the ISW’s report
Ukraine captures Velykyi Potemkin island on Dnipro’s east bank
Ukrainian forces continue striking Russian positions on the east bank of the Dnipro River and "maintain a sustained high tempo of operations in the area."
WSJ: Ukraine’s counteroffensive plan hinges on 2025
The Wall Street Journal revealed that Ukraine is unlikely to launch another major counteroffensive against Russia until 2025.
Counteroffensive success hinges on these factors, says Zelenskyy
Zelenskyy vows Ukraine "not backing down" despite acknowledging slow progress against Russia.
ISW: Ukraine’s winter plans include continued counteroffensives
Ukraine continues counteroffensive operations near Bakhmut and in the western Zaporizhia Oblast, and is resolute in its intention to sustain these actions during the winter months, ISW says.
Ukraine forces establish presence in a village on the east bank of Kherson Oblast – ISW
Footage from October 19 shows Ukrainian forces advancing into northeastern Krynky, a settlement 27 kilometers east of Kherson City and 2 kilometers from the Dnipro River.
