Ukraine is advancing in the southeast. It’s still not enough to win the war
The ongoing fight for Komar is a microcosm for the wider war. Ukrainian troops are advancing. But that doesn't mean the war is about to end.
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Velyka Novosilka
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ISW: Ukrainians advance near Borova and Velyka Novosilka, Russians in Vovchansk and near Pokrovsk and Novopavlivka
A Ukrainian brigade reports it destroyed a Russian platoon in the Lyman direction.
Ukraine retakes ground near Pokrovsk while Russians advance in four other sectors
Ukrainian forces moved forward on two axes east and southeast of Donetsk's Pokrovsk on 13 May, ISW says. Deep State stated Nové fell to Russians alongside other Russian gains in eastern Ukraine.
ISW: Ukrainians advance in Russia’s Belgorod Oblast
Meanwhile, in Donetsk Oblast, Ukrainian forces recently advanced near Toretsk and Pokrovsk, and the Russians near Siversk, Toretsk, Pokrovsk, and Velyka Novosilka.
ISW: Ukrainians advance in Russia’s Belgorod Oblast, Russians in Donetsk
Ukrainian forces also made gains near Donetsk's Pokrovsk. Russian advances are reported near Chasiv Yar, Toretsk, Pokrovsk, and Velyka Novosilka.
Six-hour Russian assault repelled by Ukraine’s 110th Mechanized in Donetsk Oblast (video)
Russians deployed an armored column led by a mine-clearing "turtle" tank. Ukrainian drones and artillery destroyed it and hunted for scattered infantry.
Forbes: Ukraine’s routine kill of 10 Russian vehicles near Ulakly exposes Kremlin’s failed Donetsk offensive
Military analysts question Russia’s offensive strength as footage shows wrecked assault units once expected to push past Velyka Novosilka.
Russia eyes Kostiantynivka after Toretsk gains in Donetsk Oblast but Ukraine resists assaults
Russia is intensifying its offensive in Donetsk Oblast, aiming to push beyond Toretsk toward Kostiantynivka. Despite suffering heavy losses, Moscow’s forces are adapting their tactics to sustain their advance.
Frontline report: Russian forces suffer tremendous losses due to poor planing in failed Donetsk offensive
A catastrophic tactical error left Russian troops exposed on low ground and fragmented by river crossings, leading to the death of a battalion commander and collapse of a major offensive operation.
Russians trapped in Donetsk’s Velyka Novosilka basements, Ukrainian brigade says
Deep State OSINT group claimed on 27 January that Russian forces occupied the settlement on 27 January.
Frontline Report: Ukrainian garrison withdraws from Velyka Novosilka after Russia cuts supply routes
A network of hardened roads through Velika Novoselivka makes the town the sole logistics hub in a 40-kilometer stretch of fields and settlements.
Russia claims capture of Velyka Novosilka in Donetsk Oblast; Ukrainian military contests claim
Velyka Novosilka, the last major settlement south of Pokrovsk in Donetsk Oblast under Ukrainian control, has been a Russian military objective since spring 2022.
ISW: Russian forces advance near Donetsk’s Toretsk, Pokrovsk, Kurakhove, and Velyka Novosilka
Russian forces continued offensive operations across all fronts but made advances in only four locations within Donetsk Oblast.
Russians threaten to encircle strategic Velyka Novosilka as troops film from village center
Russian infantry have seized parts of central streets in this key hub linking three Ukrainian regions, as Kyiv reports "dynamic and difficult" conditions.
Russians capture Novovasylivka, make more gains as their advance slows down
Meanwhile, Ukraine's lack of infantry personnel severely impacts defensive capabilities, while Russians still employ effective small-unit tactics.
Ukraine destroys 7 Russian vehicles near strategic hub Velyka Novosilka as UK intel confirms offensive
The village's position at the intersection of Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia, and Dnipropetrovsk Oblasts makes it a critical stronghold for southern Ukraine.
Russia intensifies assault on critical cross-oblast supply hub in Donetsk Oblast
Russian military forces are concentrating their offensive on Velyka Novosilka, a key transit point between Donetsk and Dnipropetrovsk Oblasts, while Ukrainian forces work to maintain defensive positions in this critical sector.
Ukraine conducting “stabilization measures” near Donetsk’s Velyka Novosilka to prevent Makarivka encirclement
A military spokesperson said the Defense Forces are focusing on maintaining communication lines and supply routes while preventing potential encirclement of units in the contested area.
Forbes: Major Russian assault looms near Pokrovsk despite Ukrainian tactical successes
Russian forces prepare for Pokrovsk siege in Donetsk Oblast while maintaining pressure on Ukrainian positions in Dalnie salient and surrounding areas.
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.