Russians attempting to encircle Pokrovsk – military
The Russian invaders are trying to bypass the town of Pokrovsk from the flanks, but so far, they have not been able to encircle the town.
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24 January 2025
Zelensky calls for increased pressure on Russia's accomplices following drone attack on Kyiv region
President Volodymyr Zelensky extended condolences to the families and loved ones of those who died in the Shahed drone attack on Kyiv region. He emphasized that there must be accountability for every component used to manufacture drones and missiles supplied in violation of sanctions.
Russians conduct offensive actions in Velyka Novosilka
The Russian forces, backed by artillery and UAVs, conducted offensive actions in Velyka Novosilka and carried out nearly 80 shelling attacks.
Ukrainian forces down 25 Russian drones, 27 lost from radar
The Ukrainian Defense Forces successfully shot down 25 Russian attack drones, including Shahed UAVs and others, while 27 additional drones were reported lost from tracking.
Drone attacks reported in 11 Russia’s regions, Ryazan oil refinery hit
On the night of January 24, Russia reported drone attacks across 11 regions, including Moscow and occupied Crimea. The Russian Ministry of Defense claimed that 121 drones were allegedly shot down, one of which was over Moscow.
Drones strike microelectronics plant in Bryansk again – CCD
Drones have once again targeted the Kremniy plant in Russia’s Bryansk, which manufactures microelectronics for Russian missile systems and drones.
War update: 125 clashes on frontline in Ukraine, most in Pokrovsk sector
On January 23, the frontline saw 125 combat clashes between Ukraine's Defense Forces and the Russian invaders.
Missile attack on Zaporizhzhia: 1 killed, number of wounded rises to 54
The number of wounded as a result of yesterday's missile attack on Zaporizhzhia has increased to 54 people.
Russian Army loses another 1,500 troops in Ukraine
The total combat losses of Russian troops in Ukraine from February 24, 2022, to January 24, 2025, amount to about 826,820 people, including 1,500 people over the past day.
3 dead, fire in high-rise building: SES shows consequences of enemy drone attack in Kyiv region
In Kyiv region, three people were killed in a Russian drone attack on the night of January 24. The debris fell in two districts.
In Black Sea, 2 Russian “Kalibr” carriers with total volley of up to 4 missiles
There are 2 enemy missile launchers on combat duty in the Black Sea with a total volley of up to 4 missiles, while there are no Russian warships in the Sea of Azov.
Ukrainian, German law enforcement agencies to jointly combat illegal import of cars from Germany
During a meeting with the liaison officer of the Federal Criminal Police Office at the German Embassy in Ukraine, National Police officers agreed on a joint action plan to combat the illegal import of German cars and spare parts into Ukraine.
Moscow wants to tell UN Security Council about “crimes” of Ukrainian troops
On Friday, Russia is convening an informal meeting of the UN Security Council under the Arria formula to accuse the Ukrainian Armed Forces of “crimes against civilians.”
Ambassador: Third group of Ukrainian Legion volunteers in Poland to sign contracts with AFU in February
The third group of volunteers from among Ukrainian citizens living abroad will sign contracts with the Armed Forces of Ukraine at the end of February.
23 January 2025
Frontline update: 119 combat clashes, over half in Pokrovsk sector
The Ukrainian Defense Forces reported 119 combat engagements on January 23, with over half of them occurring in the Pokrovsk sector, where nearly 400 Russian invaders were eliminated.
Russia’s strike on Zaporizhzhia: 52 injured, one fatality reported
A Russian missile strike on Zaporizhzhia resulted in 52 injuries, including rescuers.
All operations are planned based on data received, including from UAVs - CinC Syryskyi
All offensive operations of the Armed Forces of Ukraine are carefully planned by the command, in particular on the basis of information received from drones.
AFU repel massive Russian assault in Chasiv Yar
Soldiers of the 24th Separate Mechanized Brigade named after King Danylo stopped an attempt by Russian troops to break through in Chasiv Yar, Donetsk region.
Intel of Ukraine intercepts radio broadcast where Russian military orders to shoot captured Ukrainian defender
Ukrainian intelligence officers intercepted an enemy radio broadcast in which a Russian military ordered the execution of a captured soldier of the Security and Defense Forces of Ukraine.
CinC Syrskyi: Kursk operation gave hope that this offensive is not last
Summarizing the past year, Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi noted the successful counteroffensive in the Kursk sector, which, in particular, gave hope that “this offensive will not be the last.”
Civilian injured in Kherson as result of drone attack
A 27-year-old civilian was injured in a drone attack in Kherson.
MFA on execution of Ukrainian POWs by Russia: Atrocity requiring international reaction
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine decried as an atrocity the latest shooting of six Ukrainian prisoners of war by the Russian invaders, urging the international community to react decisively to each such case in order to put an end to these atrocities.
Battles raging for villages Novyi Trud, Zelene in Pokrovsk axis
Fierce fighting continues in the settlements of Novyi Trud and Zelene near Pokrovsk, with both currently remain in the so-called "gray zone".
Russians strike Donetsk region again, casualties reported
In Donetsk region, one person was killed and two others were wounded as a result of today's shelling and air strikes.
Risk of operational encirclement of Ukrainian troops near Velyka Novosilka – military spox
There is a risk of operational encirclement of Ukraine’s Defense Forces units in the Novopavlivka sector near Velyka Novosilka.
Russian forces strike Kramatorsk with guided aerial bomb
Early on January 23, the Russian forces struck a private sector in Kramatorsk, Donetsk region, with a guided FAB-250 aerial bomb equipped with a control module.
CinC Syrskyi visits 155th Brigade on Pokrovsk front
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Oleksandr Syrskyi, visited the soldiers of the 155th Separate Mechanized Brigade while working on the Pokrovsk front. He discussed challenges and conclusions for further training of service members.
Russians intensify mortar strikes on refractory plant in Chasiv Yar – military
The Russian occupation forces are intensively targeting the refractory plant in Chasiv Yar, Donetsk region, with mortar strikes.
Russians likely execute six other Ukrainian POWs – Ombudsman
The Russian forces have likely executed six other captured Ukrainian defenders.
Injury toll in Zaporizhzhia rises to 45, one person killed
The number of victims of the massive enemy strike on Zaporizhzhia early on January 23 continues to grow. Currently, 45 people are known to be injured, one person died.