HUR surprise assault liberates Novomykhailivka in Donetsk Oblast as Russians lose company-sized unit
The operation caught Russian defenders unprepared.
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Frontline report: Russian forces launch massive three-pronged assault near Novomykhailivka
A locally developed Ukrainian Shark drone operating at its 80km range limit spotted and helped destroy two Russian TOR-M1 air defense systems.
Frontline report: Ukrainian defenders turn field into “death zone” for Russian armor
Two Russian tanks hit mines and burst into flames while attempting to cross open fields between Solodke and Vodyane.
Frontline report: Ukraine halts Russian advance, launches counterattack with US military aid
Newly arrived American military hardware, including Bradley infantry fighting vehicles, played a key role as Ukrainian forces halted a Russian offensive near Avdiivka and launched a counterattack.
Frontline report: Ukrainians withdrew from Novomykhailivka after destroying 314 pieces of Russian armor
After months of intense fighting, Ukrainian forces withdrew from Novomykhailivka days ago, having destroyed 314 Russian tanks/AFVs, inflicting devastating losses on Russian troops.
UK intel: Russia plans to bypass Vuhledar defenses amid heavy losses, after capturing Donetsk’s Novomykhailivka
The Russian military is planning strategic advances west from Novomykhailivka and aims to bypass the heavily defended Vuhledar, seeking to reduce its high casualties.
British intel: Increased attacks do not help Russia advance on Novopavlivka direction
Despite a surge in attacks South-west of Donetsk (806 in March vs 721 in Feb), no notable territorial gains made. Attacks increased in this sector but declined overall across frontlines.
Military: Russia reinforces troops aiming to capture Novomykhailivka
"There are more daily assaults in Novomykhailivka than on the Avdiivka front, but our defense holds strong," emphasized Dmytro Lykhovii, as Ukrainian forces face increased Russian offensive.