Russian forces massing reserves near Pokrovsk — Ukraine’s East grouping is tracking the pre-offensive buildup
The task force has flagged intensifying airstrikes and fresh troop concentrations as indicators of an imminent Russian escalation.
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ISW: Russia overstates gains to pressure Kyiv and West to hand over Donetsk Oblast
Russian forces have not yet faced heavily fortified cities like Slovyansk and Kramatorsk, ISW notes.
No clear goal in Pokrovsk — ISW says Russia trying to encircle and storm towns simultaneously
Ukrainian defenders now face glide bombs, southward incursions, and northwest flanking attempts — all at once.
ISW: Russia halts Kostiantynivka push—now Pokrovsk braces for encirclement threat
After weeks of stalled operations in eastern Ukraine's Donetsk Oblast, Russian forces are closing in on Pokrovsk from several axes.
North Korean forces may soon fight inside Ukraine, says Seoul
South Korea warns Pyongyang is preparing for deployment of forces into Ukrainian territory as early as July.
Ukraine launches counterattacks near Donetsk’s Pokrovsk amid reduced Russian assaults
Recent Ukrainian counteroffensive operations near Pokrovsk have reclaimed several villages and slowed Russia's advance toward the city.
Ukrainians push Russians back from forward positions near Borova in Kharkiv oblast
Meanwhile, Russians advanced near Kupiansk, Borova, and in multiple locations in Donetsk Oblast.
ISW: Ukraine recaptures Toretsk positions amid Russian advances nearby
Ukraine's Khortytsia Grouping reports intense combat in Chasiv Yar and Toretsk with Pokrovsk remains the front's hottest spot.
Russian forces alter tactics in assault on Pokrovsk, attempt western flanking, military says
Russians are attempting to outflank the city through small settlements and wooded areas to disrupt logistics.
Russian losses in Ukraine surpass 800,000 troops, says General Staff
Russia incurs extensive casualties and equipment losses amid its ongoing aggression in Ukraine, with December 2024 marking record-high monthly losses, while its territorial gains remain gradual.
ISW: Russian tries to envelop Pokrovsk increasing attacks east of the city
The Russian command exploits weaker Ukrainian positions east of Pokrovsk, overall prioritizing Pokrovsk and Kurakhove directions across the front.
Russian troops advance in Toretsk and near five other Donetsk settlements, DeepState says
Russian forces advanced near Toretsk and Kreminna, ISW confirms. Ukrainian troops retook positions in Terny and countered assaults in Pokrovsk.
ISW: Russian forces likely capture Kurakhove after two-month offensive
After deploying tens of thousands of troops and conducting numerous armored assaults since mid-October, Russian forces have advanced to the settlement's administrative boundaries.
Frontline report: Ukrainian drone pilots turn North Korean fire against themselves
North Koreans are successfully countered in Kursk Oblast through advanced drone warfare tactics, exposing their combat readiness and adaptability deficiencies.
Frontline report: Bodies of Russian soldiers pile up after failed frontal assault south of Pokrovsk
Russian forces launched a 400-troop human wave assault on Shevchenko village, but Ukrainian defenders repelled it, inflicting heavy casualties.
Russian forces lack resources for major Zaporizhzhia offensive, Ukraine’s military says
Spokesman Bratchuk also said that a Russian attempt to cross the Dnipro near Kherson would be suicidal.
ISW: Recent Vuhledar capture enables Russian tactical gains in Donetsk Oblast
Russian forces have made steady progress in western Donetsk but are unlikely to conduct rapid maneuvers to encircle Ukrainian forces, per ISW.