Russia failed to take Pokrovsk this summer—now it’s sending elite naval units and tanks for round two, ISW says
Ukraine’s forces warn Moscow has shifted tactics and is preparing fresh multi-directional assaults.
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Russian military claimed to seize Chasiv Yar. Ukrainian defenders say it is a lie
The Ministry of Defense in Moscow announced victory while fierce fighting continued.
Apocalypse comes to Kostiantynivka: every tenth Russian soldier marches on strategic town
Next stop: Kramatorsk, Ukraine's last line of defense in Donetsk Oblast. A major fight is coming.
ISW: Russian salient near Donetsk Oblast’s Kostiantynivka grows, threatening the city
Recent advances southwest of the town may enable a future assault toward Kostiantynivka or Pokrovsk, ISW reports.
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.
Putin sends FSB’s Presidential Regiment troops to Donetsk Oblast as Russian losses mount
The Russian elite soldiers have been sent to Chasiv Yar for the first time.
Russian combat-modified farm tractor hit by Ukrainian FPV drone near Chasiv Yar (video)
The Soviet-era vehicle, possibly stolen from locals and armored with metal sheets, was hauling logs, likely for bunker construction.
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.
Russia lost 300 tanks since January, forcing Moscow to use armor as troop transport
Ukrainian military officials reveal Russia's loss of nearly 300 tanks in early 2025 has forced tactical adaptations in Donetsk, with armor now primarily used for infantry transport rather than breakthrough operations.
Forbes: As Ukraine retreats from Kursk, Russian advances stall or reverse in other sectors
Near Donetsk's Siversk, the Ukrainians repelled a mechanized Russian assault, destroying more than half of 41 Russian vehicles.
ISW: Russian forces may redeploy from Kurakhove to Toretsk area in Donetsk Oblast
Russia redeploys units, including tank and artillery regiments, potentially preparing for offensive operations against Kostiantynivka in 2025.
Russian ground assaults increase by 30% near Toretsk, double near Chasiv Yar since December
Meanwhile, the Russians now use fewer armored vehicles due to high rates of equipment losses in Donetsk Oblast, as per a Ukrainian military spokesman.
Russian combat vehicle appears with unusual hair-like defenses in Ukraine
A Russian combat vehicle in Ukraine has appeared sporting an unusual ‘high-tech’ anti-drone system - thick, broom-like bristles sticking out from a shed-like structure.
ISW: Ukrainians advance in Kharkiv Oblast and near Donetsk’s Pokrovsk, Russians in few Donetsk directions
Ukrainians regained lost positions near Kharkiv and Pokrovsk, while Russians advanced near Donetsk's Chasiv Yar, Toretsk, Kurakhove, and seized an island in Kherson Oblast.
Forbes: Ukrainian tank destroys Russian BMD at point-blank range in Chasiv Yar
In Chasiv Yar's central district, Ukrainians showcased enhanced tank mobility enabled by drone superiority.
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.
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 regains ground near Chasiv Yar and Toretsk, while Russia advances on several fronts
Moscow aims to fully capture Donetsk Oblast despite suffering heavy casualties amid minimal gains.
Russian troops advance in strategically important Chasiv Yar and Toretsk, Donetsk Oblast – DeepState
The outcome of these battles could determine whether Russia can threaten Ukraine's remaining major population centers in the Donetsk Oblast.
UK intel: Russian forces repelled at Chasiv Yar, but advancing in Toretsk through urban warfare
Capturing these strategic towns would give Moscow's forces a direct path to assault Kramatorsk and Kostyantynivka - the last major Ukrainian-controlled cities in Donetsk Oblast.