Russia occupies Zhelanne in Donetsk Oblast, advances in Kharkiv Oblast – DeepState
Russian troops also advanced in the Hirnyk, Donetsk Oblast, in Vyshneve in the Kharkiv Oblast, near Olhivka and Lyubymivka in the Kursk Oblast.
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ISW: Ukrainians advance near Toretsk, Pokrovsk; Russians gain ground near Chasiv Yar, Kurakhove
Russians also advanced near Pokrovsk and in Kursk Oblast.
Russians try to encircle Donetsk’s Selydove, targeting nearby Vyshneve with infantry and armor
They aim to expand fire control and disrupt Ukrainian logistics, avoiding direct urban combat, the Ukrainian military says.
Ukrainian drone operator detained for allegedly aiding Russians in Chasiv Yar
SBU detained a soldier, 22, suspected of state treason for allegedly providing Russian artillery with coordinates of his own drone unit in Donetsk Oblast.
Russian forces advance in Toretsk, Donetsk Oblast – DeepState
The situation in Toretsk has deteriorated rapidly, with officials reporting that no buildings remain intact as Russian forces continue their assault on the city.
Ukrainian military: Russians hold east, southeast of strategic Toretsk, Donetsk Oblast
The Russian offensive on Toretsk began four months ago, with invading forces making slow but steady progress despite suffering astronomical losses.
DeepState: Russia advances near six settlements in Donetsk Oblast and Kursk Oblast
The commander-in-chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces has announced new measures to strengthen defenses following Russian advances in eastern Ukraine.
Russians kill at least three civilians, injure 18 in attacks across frontlines since yesterday’s morning
The Ukrainian military reported 186 combat engagements in the past day, with multiple regions hit by Russian shelling and airstrikes, causing power outages in hundreds of settlements.
Russia’s illicit use of Starlink increases Russian effectiveness, Ukrainian soldiers report
Russian forces have obtained Starlink terminals through a black market, enhancing their battlefield coordination, drone operations, and artillery accuracy in Ukraine.
UK intel: Russian forces set conditions for an attack on Pokrovsk
While Pokrovsk remains the main effort, renewed activity by Russian forces has been observed in Zaporizhzhia as well.
Over 1 million civilians evacuated from Donetsk Oblast since 2022
Some 335,000 residents are still remaining in the region.
ISW: Russia intensifies mechanized assaults in Ukraine before fall weather sets in
This escalation, focused on eastern Ukraine, aims to maintain pressure on Ukrainian forces through fall and early winter.
Frontline report: Russian forces take Vuhledar after two-year siege
Russian forces crossed multiple gullies, lowlands, and rivers in their attempt to encircle Vadar, while Ukrainians held the high ground on opposing hill ridges.
Russian airstrike on Kostiantynivka in Donetsk Oblast kills 77-year-old, injures elderly residents
Six people were wounded in the attack. The eldest injured woman is 83 years old, while the oldest man is 73.
Russian forces enter eastern Toretsk as fierce street battles erupt, Ukrainian military says
Ukrainian military spokesperson reports ongoing fierce street battles "for every building entrance" and counterattacks by defense forces to regain lost positions.
Russia occupies Kasnohorivka, Donetsk Oblast – DeepState
Russian forces also advanced in Tsukuryno, near Hirnyk and Lyubymivka.
North Korean officers killed in missile strike in Donetsk Oblast, Ukrainian intel sources say
The latest known recent missile strike in the region was on command posts/railway infrastructure in occupied Avdiivka.
NYT: Ukraine trades space for Russian losses in Donbas
Ukraine's military strategy in Donbas involves a slow, controlled retreat from key towns, aiming to inflict maximum casualties on Russian forces while preserving its own troops. This approach seeks to exhaust Russia's resources in a prolonged war of attrition.
British intel: Zaporizhzhia front faces increased pressure after Russia captures Vuhledar
British intelligence has pinpointed two likely objectives for Russia's next offensive after capturing Vuhledar in Donetsk Oblast: Velyka Novosilka to the west and Bohoiavlenka to the north.
Russia severely damages critical infrastructure in Pokrovsk, key Ukrainian logistics hub
Russian forces are now just 7 kilometers (4 miles) from the town, which has seen its population plummet from 48,000 to 13,050 in six weeks.
