Ukraine crushes Russian offensive in Kostiantynivka village, Donetsk Oblast
The 79th Separate Air Assault Brigade halted a Russian assault involving 19 military vehicles.
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NBC News: White House rejects phosphorus munitions to Ukraine over potential harm to civilians
Despite the Pentagon's recommendation to provide Ukraine with white phosphorus artillery shells for use in creating smoke screens, the Biden administration has repeatedly declined, worried about the potential civilian impact and negative international perceptions, according to US officials. Meanwhile, Ukrainian leaders continue to accuse Russia of deploying the weapon against civilians.
Ukraine’s 72nd Mechanized Brigade holds Vuhledar in Donetsk Oblast despite Russian assaults
The city, a key strategic location, has been under intense Russian offensives as Moscow seeks to advance further.
Deadly Russian strikes on Kostiantynivka: Three killed and five wounded in latest attacks
Russian forces seek to capture Kostiantynivka to advance their path to Vuhledar and target Ukrainian defenders from the rear.
Ukraine targets two tanks, two howitzers, mortar on Pokrovsk front
On 8 September, 148 combat engagements between Ukraine’s forces and Russian troops occurred on the front lines, with…
Zelenskyy: Ukrainian troops extend control in Russia’s Kursk Oblast
Ukrainian forces have made significant strides in their incursion into Russia's Kursk region, reclaiming over 1,200 square kilometers and capturing nearly 600 Russian soldiers as of late August.
What the fall of Pokrovsk could mean for Ukraine
Ukraine’s incursion into Kursk Oblast fails to thwart Russia’s advancement towards Pokrovsk. The loss of this key city could have far-reaching consequences for the entire Ukrainian front in Donbas
Kursk offensive fails to divert enough troops as Russians advance to key logistics hub in Donbas
The Ukrainian military's ability to sustain its eastern defensive positions is at risk as Russian forces close in on Pokrovsk in Donetsk Oblast. The town's strategic railway junction and road network are vital for moving troops, equipment, and evacuating wounded soldiers from the front lines.
Ukrainian forces secure Toretsk, eliminate Russian sabotage groups
As of now, around 3,000 residents remain in the city, living in basements, while the slow evacuation process continues. The situation remains tense, with heavy shelling across the Donetsk region.
The situation around Ukraine’s Toretsk remains critical as Russian troops attempt to enter the city
Toretsk sector is part of an ongoing Russian offensive in the Donetsk region, where pressure has persisted despite Ukraine's recent advances in Russia's Kursk region.
British intel: Russia continues costly infantry-led assaults for in Ukraine, making tactical gains
Russian Ground Forces maintain offensive operations along multiple frontlines, advancing within 16km of Pokrovsk, a critical Ukrainian logistics hub in central Donetsk oblast, and threatening Toretsk with gains in Niu York, as per UK intelligence.
Russian attack on supermarket kills 14 and injures 43 civilians in Donetsk Oblast
Russian forces have launched a devastating attack on Kostiantynivka in the Donetsk region, hitting a supermarket and other locations.
Ukrainian troops launch successful counteroffensive in Donetsk’s Niu-York
The Ukrainian Army reclaimed a school in the village from Russian forces and raised the Ukrainian flag over the building.
Russian forces persist in assaults on Chasiv Yar’s northern flanks
In addition to targeting the Kanal district, Russian forces have ramped up attacks on the flanks of Chasiv Yar. National Guard Spokesperson Ruslan Muzychuk reported that Ukrainian troops are actively defending these critical positions against the enemy's intensified assaults.
Russian invaders shell Donetsk region nearly 3,000 times in past day, injuring three civilians
This escalation comes amid intensified shelling in the region, which has led to mandatory evacuation orders from Ukrainian authorities. However, ongoing Russian bombardments continue to obstruct evacuation efforts, leaving many civilians trapped in dangerous conditions.
Russian troops destroy 70% of Toretsk in Donetsk Oblast
Since December 2023, intensified Russian shelling has prompted the continuation of mandatory evacuations, with over 1.4 million people, including nearly 170,000 children, having been moved to safer regions.
Some 530 Ukrainian civilians trapped in Chasiv Yar due to Russian heavy shelling
Russian forces deliberately shell all roads which has made entering the city nearly impossible.
DeepState: Russian army advances in Kalynivka, near Karlivka, and Zalizne in Donetsk Oblast
The analysis on Russian advances in the Donetsk Oblast by DeepState seems to confirm earlier reports which stated that Russian troops are increasing the pace and intensity of their offensive operations in this particular direction of the front.
Russian Su-25 jet shot down on Pokrovsk front by Ukrainian forces
Ukraine's 110th Separate Mechanised Brigade has shot down a Russian Su-25 attack aircraft in Donetsk Oblast.
Frontline report: Russian forces exploit Ukrainian brigade rotation, capture stronghold
A botched brigade rotation on 6 July allowed Russian forces to seize a Ukrainian stronghold near Toretsk, using abandoned pipes to infiltrate the position.