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Russia failed to capture Pokrovsk this summer but is now deploying elite naval units and tanks for a renewed offensive in eastern Ukraine's Donetsk Oblast, intensifying efforts near key towns like Pokrovsk, Kramatorsk, and Siversk, according to ISW.
Ukrainian forces have liberated three villages in Donetsk Oblast from Russian occupation on Ukraine's Independence Day, amid ongoing intense fighting near Pokrovsk, with Ukraine emphasizing its resolve to defend its territory despite Russian advances and peace negotiations favoring Moscow.
Ukraine marked Flag Day with a symbolic act by raising its flag over villages in Russia’s Kursk region and regained control of a village in Donetsk Oblast, amid ongoing military advances and territorial struggles in the region, with Ukraine's President Zelensky downplaying Russia's territorial gains and emphasizing the slow pace of Moscow's expansion.
The article discusses the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, highlighting that the US believes Russia and Ukraine need to make concessions for peace, with Russia unable to quickly seize Donetsk Oblast due to prolonged campaigns and fortified urban areas. It also covers Putin's demands related to Ukraine's sovereignty, language, and religious institutions, which complicate peace negotiations, and notes recent Ukrainian advances and Russian attacks in various regions. Overall, the situation remains complex with significant geopolitical implications.
The Institute for the Study of War (ISW) reports that Russia has intensified its military offensive in southeastern Ukraine, capturing several settlements near Vuhledar and advancing in the Velyka Novosilka area. Since September 2024, Russian forces have gained over 1,100 square kilometers in the region, exploiting vulnerabilities in Ukrainian defenses. The offensive aims to encircle Velyka Novosilka and close pockets of Ukrainian forces around Kurakhove, marking a significant shift from the previous stalemate.
In a significant clash near Dalnje, Ukraine's 33rd Mechanized Brigade, equipped with German-made Leopard 2A4 tanks, successfully repelled a Russian armored column aiming to bypass Ukrainian defenses in Donetsk Oblast. The Ukrainian tanks, supported by drones, inflicted heavy damage on the Russian forces, highlighting the evolving tactics in the conflict where drones play a crucial role. As both sides intensify their efforts, the battle underscores the ongoing strategic maneuvers in the region amidst potential diplomatic negotiations.
Russian forces have reportedly captured the village of Urozhaine in Ukraine's Donetsk Oblast on July 14, following a significant assault. Conflicting reports from Russian sources claim either full or partial control, while the Ukrainian Army has not confirmed the loss. Russian advances were also noted in other areas of Donetsk and Luhansk Oblasts.
After 10 years of war, the small industrial city of Krasnohorivka in Donetsk Oblast, Ukraine, faces new danger as Russian forces advance in the east. Residents, enduring daily survival in the midst of ongoing conflict, recount the impact of the war on their lives, with some expressing a sense of resignation and determination to stay despite the increasing danger. The city, once a zone of relative calm, is now at risk as Russian forces advance deeper into Donetsk Oblast, prompting fears of occupation and further destruction.
Intense fighting continues in Avdiivka, Ukraine, as Russian forces make advances near the city, while Ukraine adopts a defensive winter strategy and Russia escalates its bombing campaign. The Institute for the Study of War reports confirmed Russian advances northeast of Kupyansk in Luhansk Oblast and north of Bakhmut and southwest of Avdiivka in Donetsk Oblast. Russian troops are encircling Avdiivka, aiming to cut off reinforcements and control the western approach routes. Losing Avdiivka would pose new dangers for Ukraine and be a significant political blow. Ukrainian forces are holding the defense, causing significant losses to the occupiers.
The group of Russian soldiers who were seen executing two Ukrainian prisoners of war (POWs) in Donetsk Oblast has been confirmed dead by the Ukrainian military. The incident, which violated the Geneva Convention and constituted a war crime, sparked an investigation by the Donetsk Oblast Prosecutor's Office. The killing of the POWs further escalated tensions between Russia and Ukraine, with Ukraine's parliament condemning Russia as a terrorist country that disregards international law.
Maps from the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) show Ukrainian advances in the Bakhmut region as Russia attempts to capture Donetsk Oblast in eastern Ukraine. Ukrainian forces have successfully defended against Russian military gains, with recent advances made on Bakhmut's southern flank. Russian forces continue to attack north and south of Bakhmut, but have not made significant advances. However, they have made progress around Avdiivka. Avdiivka has suffered heavy losses as Russian forces attempt to encircle the city of Donetsk.
Ukrainian defenders successfully repelled eight Russian attacks in Donetsk Oblast, while also advancing on the Melitopol and Bakhmut fronts. The Russians attempted to regain lost ground in Novomykhailivka but were unsuccessful. The enemy launched 14 missile and 57 air strikes, while the Ukrainian Air Force carried out 11 strikes on Russian military targets. Ukraine's Rocket Forces and Artillery destroyed enemy artillery pieces, weapons, military equipment, an ammunition storage point, and an electronic warfare station.
Ukraine's Deputy Defence Minister has reported an escalation of the situation in Marinka and Avdiivka, with increased attacks and assaults by Russian forces. The Russians have been attempting to take control of these areas for over a year and have now started storming Ukrainian positions, indicating their continued plans to capture the cities. There has been a slight decrease in activity on other fronts, but the Russians are gathering new forces and have not abandoned their plans to capture other regions. The Ukrainian Armed Forces are making gains in some areas, but the Russians are resisting in liberated settlements like Robotyne.
A video has emerged showing Ukraine using US-provided cluster munitions against Russian infantry in the Donetsk Oblast. The footage demonstrates the chaotic and devastating effects of these controversial weapons. While cluster munitions can be effective in certain situations, the issue of dud rates poses a significant risk, as unexploded bomblets can become landmines. Despite the ban on cluster bombs by over 100 countries, the US sent these munitions to Ukraine, with a claimed dud rate of 2.35%, although analysis suggests it could be as high as 10% to 30%.
Ukrainian forces are making steady gains near the city of Bakhmut in Donetsk Oblast, while the Russian military is facing low morale and limited reserves to hold the town. UK Defence Intelligence reports that Russian defenders are struggling to find and strike Ukrainian artillery, and Moscow considers it politically unacceptable to surrender Bakhmut. However, there are few additional reserves for Russia to commit to the sector. The town of Bakhmut holds symbolic value for Russia, but Ukrainian forces have regained control of previously lost positions in the area.