Contents tagged with Kharkiv

  • Ukrainian Forces anticipate escalation in Kharkiv region as Kadyrov units arrive

    Ukrainian forces in the Kharkiv region are wary of escalating tensions as the notorious Kadyrov units have been spotted, signaling potential offensive maneuvers by the Russian military. These notorious units are typically deployed as blocking detachments to prevent deserters during assaults by Russian forces.

    In the vicinity of Lyptsi, Ukrainian Forces have identified the presence of Kadyrovtsy troops, suggesting an imminent escalation in this section of the front, said during a news broadcast …

  • Ukrainian military command: Russian forces aim to obliterate Vovchansk Aggregate Plant following strategic loss

    Russian military forces, having lost control of the Vovchansk Aggregate Plant, now aim to obliterate it completely.

    The current situation in the Kharkiv region, specifically at the Vovchansk Aggregate Plant, remains highly tense. The loss of this facility has dealt a significant blow to Russian occupiers, according to Vitalii Sarantsiv, spokesperson for the Operational Tactical Group of Forces "Kharkiv".

    "For this reason, Russian forces are employing the full range of their weaponry in that …

  • Ukrainian Forces retake Vovchansk Aggregate Plant from Russian control

    In a daring and intricate operation, units from the Main Directorate of Intelligence (GUR) of the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense have successfully freed the Vovchansk Aggregate Plant from Russian occupation, according to a statement issued by GUR.

    The meticulous and high-risk operation led to the complete liberation of the plant's territory, with GUR forces eradicating the Russians inside every building of the facility.

    Special task groups from GUR—namely "Stugna," "Paragon," "Junger," BDK, …

  • Russian troops struggle to hold positions in Northern Kharkiv region amid Ukrainian advances

    Russian forces are taking emergency measures to hold their ground in northern Kharkiv region, as they fear losing territory – Ukrainian Armed Forces. The so-called "buffer zone" north of Kharkiv, referenced by Putin, is reportedly on the brink of collapse. The Russian forces, according to the Ukrainian Operational Tactical Group East, are making desperate attempts to secure their positions in northern Kharkiv.

    Ukrainian military sources claim that the Russian soldiers are terrified of losing …

  • Ukrainian Command: Russian forces mine dams in Belgorod region to prevent possible offensive

    Russian troops have reportedly mined dams in the Belgorod region, reported Colonel Vitaliy Saranstev, a spokesperson for the Kharkiv Operational Tactical Group.

    Col. Saranstev stated that the Russian military is not only constructing defensive fortifications around Belgorod but also mining both general and specialized hydraulic structures in the region. This raises concerns about the Russian possible long-term plans.

    "If the situation shifts dramatically, Russians might blow these dams to …

  • Eight injured in Belgorod shelling amid escalating border conflict

    In a recent shelling attack on Belgorod, eight individuals sustained injuries, according to reports from the local authorities. Governor of the Belgorod region, Vyacheslav Gladkov, confirmed the shelling by Ukrainian Armed Forces (AFU) via his official Telegram channel on Monday, September 16. According to him, among the injured, one individual is in critical condition.

    Local officials have reported significant damage resulting from the attack, including the ignition of a private residence and …

  • Escalating tensions: Russian troops intensify probing in Kharkiv region, Ukrainian Forces report heavy clashes

    Russian forces have ramped up their activities in the northern region of Kharkiv, particularly around the Ukrainian village of Lukyantsy, the Ukrainian military's press servicefor the Kharkiv joint operations informs.

    Ukrainian soldiers report that Russian forces are increasing their activity north of Kharkiv, specifically near the village of Lukyantsy. Ongoing efforts to replenish losses are also noted in Hluboke and Vovchansk.

    According to Ukrainian forces, in the proximity of Hluboke, …

  • Escalation in Kharkiv region: Russian forces intensify assaults with fresh troops

    Deputy Commander Maksym Zhorin revealed during a live broadcast on Channel 24 that there's been an uptick in assault intensity in his brigade's area of responsibility. Zhorin explained that the Russian effort is aimed at recapturing recently lost territories.

    "The situation is exceptionally dynamic," he said. "One moment the fighting seems to quiet down, and the next, we are facing dozens of attacks within a single day."

    Maksym Zhorin pointed out that the Russian forces' objective for the …

  • Renewed fighting in Kursk and Kharkiv regions as Ukrainian and Russian forces vie for control

    Ukrainian Armed Forces have made recent advances in the southeastern section of the Ukrainian bulge in Russia's Kursk region. Meanwhile, Russian forces have reportedly regained some ground in the northern part of this territory.

    Geolocated footage from August 31 shows Ukrainian troops operating south of Spalnoe (southeast of Sudzha). Though these events suggest Ukrainian advancements in the region, they likely occurred more than a few days ago.

    Further geolocated footage from September 1 …

  • Ukraine’s Kharkiv counteroffensive yielding early gains: Russian forces scramble to rebuild defense lines

    In the latest update from the 3rd Independent Assault Brigade, press officer Alexander Borodin has shared significant details on the early progress of the Kharkiv counteroffensive. According to Borodin, the Russian forces had strategic plans, but now they are preoccupied with constructing a new line of defense. "Sometimes, the destruction of enemy forces, resources, and logistics is more crucial than liberating territories," he said.

    At the counteroffensive site in the Kharkiv region, …