Drone attack: strike recorded in one of Kharkiv's districts
A strike occurred in Kharkiv's Shevchenkivskyi District as a result of a Russian drone attack.
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26 July 2025
25 July 2025
153 clashes on frontline, AFU neutralized nearly 170 occupiers in Pokrovsk sector
On July 25, there were 153 clashes between the Ukrainian Armed Forces and Russian invaders on the frontline. The Pokrovsk sector remains the most active, with Russians attempting 39 attacks.
Ukrainian soldiers buried in Lviv after dying in captivity during transfer for exchange
The 12 Ukrainian defenders buried in Lviv on July 25 were held captive by the enemy and died while being transported for exchange in an Ilyushin Il-76 aircraft.
Explosions rock Dnipro
During the air raid alert in Dnipro, explosions were heard.
Protests against law on NABU and SAPO continue for fourth day
For the fourth day in a row, protests are taking place in the capital and several other cities against the law passed by Parliament and signed by the President restricting the powers of anti-corruption bodies NABU and SAPO.
Zelensky: Pressure on Russia is not weakening, we are preparing more trouble for enemy
The President of Ukraine held a series of meetings, in particular, on preparing new legislative initiatives and strengthening international pressure on Russia.
Enemy attacks car with drone in Zaporizhzhia Region, two people killed
Two people were killed in Prymorske, Zaporizhzhia Region, when a drone hit a car.
Zelensky holds meeting of Supreme Commander-in-Chief's Headquarters
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced the key results of the latest meeting of the Headquarters of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief, at which the situation on the frontlines and Russian threats in the summer and autumn were discussed.
Russia cannot defeat Ukraine, but West must strengthen its support for AFU, says General Hodges
Russian forces cannot defeat the Ukrainian Armed Forces and are in a vulnerable position on the battlefield, which is why Moscow is seeking to compensate for its inability with massive air strikes on Ukrainian cities.
Zelensky gave manufacturers task of ensuring use of 1,000 interceptor drones per day
During a visit to a drone interceptor production facility, President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that manufacturers have been given a clear task: to ensure that Ukraine is capable of deploying at least 1,000 interceptors per day within a specified time frame.
Russian troops attack Nikopol district with drones and artillery, cause damage
Russian troops carried out strikes on the Nikopol district of Dnipropetrovsk region throughout the day, damaging a factory, power lines, gas pipelines, and private homes.
Emergency rescue operations completed at site of Russian airstrike in Kharkiv
Emergency rescue operations have been completed in Kharkiv at the site of the Russian air strike on a medical facility on July 25.
UN reports highest number of civilian casualties in Ukraine in three years
Since the beginning of the year, the number of civilian casualties in Ukraine as a result of Russian shelling has reached its highest level in the last three years.
Civilians injured as Russians shell Kostiantynivka
In Kostiantynivka, Donetsk region, Russian forces injured five civilians who were near a retail establishment. Four of the victims are in serious condition, according to the regional prosecutor's office.
War update: 85 battles on frontline since morning, 30 Russian attacks repelled in Pokrovsk sector
Since the start of the day, there have been 85 combat engagements between Ukrainian defenders and Russian forces. The Pokrovsk sector remains the hottest combat zone, with 30 enemy attacks already repelled.
Russians hit tuberculosis hospital in Kharkiv, injuring four staff members, two patients
In Kharkiv, one of the Russian air-dropped bombs struck the building of Regional Tuberculosis Hospital No. 3, where 13 patients and 25 staff members were present at the time.
CinC Syrskyi discusses frontline situation with NATO Supreme Allied Commander Europe
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi, and U.S. Air Force General Alexus Grynkewich, NATO Supreme Allied Commander Europe, held working-level talks and discussed the situation on the frontline in detail.
Ben Hodges assesses what may force Russia into peace
To compel the Kremlin to end its war in Ukraine, the West must apply comprehensive pressure on Russia, including limiting its ability to trade oil and allowing Ukraine to strike Russian oil and gas infrastructure.
Injury toll in Kharkiv rises to 14, top floor of medical facility destroyed
The number of people injured in a Russian airstrike on Kharkiv has risen to 14, including a 12-year-old girl. Emergency rescue operations are ongoing.
Ben Hodges outlines key scenarios for ending war in Ukraine
Retired Lieutenant General Ben Hodges, former Commander of U.S. Army Europe, believes there are several main scenarios for how Russia’s war against Ukraine could end.
Air strike on Kharkiv: three people searched under rubble of medical facility
Three people may be trapped under the rubble of a medical facility in Kharkiv that was hit by a Russian airstrike.
Lyptsi under AFU control, no enemy advance reported
The village of Lyptsi in the Kharkiv region is completely under the control of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
Russian aerial bomb hits Kharkiv medical facility, one dead, several injured
The Russian army carried out an air strike on one of Kharkiv's medical facilities.
Ukrainian intelligence gains full access to Crimean occupation government servers – source
Cyber specialists from Ukraine’s Defense Intelligence (DIU) have delivered a "digital strike" against the Russian-installed occupation government in Crimea, destroying all data stored on their so-called government servers.
Russians storming Pokrovsk sector 24/7 despite heavy losses – military
Russian forces have stepped up assaults in the Pokrovsk sector this summer, using so-called “meat assault” tactics and suffering heavy personnel losses.
Zelensky on frontline situation: no major Russian breakthroughs
President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Russian forces have not achieved any significant breakthroughs on the battlefield and are instead trying to compensate with military-information operations.
Regional authorities clarify aftermath of Russian strikes on Kharkiv
On July 24, a total of 43 people, including nine children, were injured as a result of Russian strikes on Kharkiv.
Ukraine downs 54 Russian drones overnight
Ukraine’s Defense Forces have neutralized 54 drones launched by the Russian military in attacks on Ukraine since the evening.
No Russian infantry movements in Chernihiv region, border guards confirm
Along the border in Chernihiv region, Russian forces are not conducting operations involving infantry groups.
Sumy region under fire: 60 Russian strikes in 24 hours, civilian casualties reported
Over the past 24 hours, Russian forces carried out 60 strikes on 26 settlements in Sumy region, resulting in the death of one woman and injury to another. Civilian infrastructure was also damaged.