All articles tagged with #pokrovsk
Originally Published 16 days ago — by Ukrinform
Ukrainian forces engaged in 237 clashes across various sectors, with intense fighting in Pokrovsk and Lyman, where they inflicted heavy losses on Russian troops, repelled multiple assaults, and destroyed enemy equipment, as of December 26, 2025.
Originally Published 17 days ago — by The New York Times
In the Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk, once home to composer Mykola Leontovych, the traditional song 'Shchedryk' (known as 'Carol of the Bells') was performed as a symbol of cultural resilience amid ongoing Russian attacks, highlighting the enduring spirit of Ukraine despite war destruction.
Originally Published 19 days ago — by politico.eu
The article explores the cultural and political significance of the Carol of the Bells, originally composed by Ukrainian Mykola Leontovych in Pokrovsk, which symbolized Ukrainian resilience and independence. It highlights how Russia's current invasion and occupation of Pokrovsk echo past efforts to suppress Ukrainian culture and identity, with Leontovych's legacy serving as a symbol of national resistance.
Originally Published 21 days ago — by Defense Express
Ukrainian paratroopers using strike drones destroyed a Russian 152 mm gun-howitzer and an off-road vehicle near Pokrovsk, also eliminating Russian personnel and equipment in the area, as part of ongoing efforts to counter Russian advances in the region.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by CNN
Russian President Vladimir Putin claimed victory in the Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk, showcasing it as a symbol of Russian progress in Ukraine, despite ongoing disputes and conflicting reports about control of the city. The move appears aimed at projecting strength and influencing international support, even as the overall outcome of the conflict remains uncertain.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by The Moscow Times
Russia claims to have captured Pokrovsk, a strategic city in eastern Ukraine, after a costly battle involving significant troop casualties and economic impacts, though confirmation of the full capture remains uncertain amid ongoing fighting and conflicting reports.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty
Ukrainian forces are utilizing ground drones for reconnaissance, attack, and medevac roles in the defense of Pokrovsk amid ongoing Russian assaults, highlighting the increasing role of robotic technology in modern warfare, while Russian forces employ improvised vehicles in the same conflict zone.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Kyiv Post
Russian forces are urgently redeploying troops to Pokrovsk amid severe reserve shortages, with Moscow aiming to capture the strategic city despite heavy losses, as Ukrainian forces defend fiercely and President Zelensky warns Russia's assault is also a political move to pressure Western support.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by BBC
Thick fog has facilitated Russian advances into the strategic Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk, with Russian troops attempting to encircle Ukrainian forces using covert tactics and exploiting weather conditions, while Ukrainian defenses try to hold the city amid ongoing assaults and logistical disruptions.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by dw.com
Russia is increasing its military presence in eastern Ukraine, notably in Pokrovsk where Ukrainian forces claim to hold the town despite Russian attempts to encircle it. Odesa was targeted by a large drone attack damaging energy infrastructure, amid ongoing conflict. Meanwhile, Ukraine's justice minister's home was searched in a corruption probe, and Russia denied reports of Foreign Minister Lavrov's political decline. The situation remains tense with significant military and infrastructural developments.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Euronews.com
Ukrainian forces are holding their positions in Pokrovsk amid intense fighting and Russian attempts to encircle the city, which holds strategic and symbolic importance in the ongoing Ukraine conflict. Despite Russian advances and efforts to cut off logistics, Ukraine continues to defend the city, with the situation remaining difficult and fluid.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Moscow Times
Fierce fighting continues in Pokrovsk, Ukraine, as Russian forces press to capture the city, which has become a symbol of Ukrainian resistance. Ukrainian defenses are strained, and the city is nearing encirclement, raising questions about Ukraine's ability to hold it and the broader implications for the conflict. The battle reflects both military and political challenges for Ukraine amid ongoing Russian advances.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by DW
The battle for Pokrovsk, a strategic city in Ukraine's Donetsk region, is at a critical point with Russian forces potentially capturing it, which would significantly impact the ongoing conflict and Ukraine's defense strategy. Despite Ukrainian efforts to hold the city, Russia has increased its troop presence, and the fall of Pokrovsk could serve as a major victory for Russia, influencing future military and diplomatic developments.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by AP News
Russian drones and missiles targeted Ukraine's energy infrastructure and residential areas, resulting in casualties and widespread power outages, amid ongoing fighting for strategic cities like Pokrovsk, with Russia claiming advances and Kyiv denying encirclement, as the conflict continues with near-daily strikes and military maneuvers.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty
The battle for Pokrovsk, Ukraine, intensifies as Russian forces claim to have captured numerous buildings in fierce house-to-house fighting, with Ukraine's military defending the city amid significant casualties and strategic efforts to prevent Russian advances into the Donetsk region.