Contents tagged with Vovchansk
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Ukraine's 3rd Separate Assault Brigade advances in Kharkiv region
In a bold and maneuver aimed at undermining Russian offensive capabilities, Ukraine's 3rd Separate Assault Brigade launched an operation in Kharkiv region, according to Brigade commander Andriy Biletsky. The brigade claims to have advanced nearly two square kilometers into Russian-held territory, seizing several Russian positions.
"The 3rd Assault Brigade is officially advancing in Kharkiv, reclaiming territories! Through counter-offensive actions, we have taken control of a battalion defense …
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Russian forces intensify assaults and drone strikes in Kharkiv region
The fighting continues to rage on in the Kharkiv region as Russian forces persist in their offensive operations. The Russian military is deploying kamikaze drones extensively in this sector, a move that has amplified the already fraught situation.
The operational-tactical group Kharkiv reported on Telegram that frequent skirmishes have disrupted normalcy, particularly in the Vovchansk area. The Russians have mounted assaults on residential quarters and established evacuation points for …
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Russian forces fail to establish buffer zone, face major setbacks in northern Kharkiv region
Russian troops in northern Kharkiv have faced significant defeats and are struggling to maintain their current positions, military expert Serhiy Hrabskiy revealed during a broadcast on FREEДОМ TV.
The Russian Armed Forces have failed in their attempt to establish a so-called buffer zone in northern Kharkiv. Hrabskiy noted that despite efforts, the creation of this buffer zone by Russia did not materialize.
Hrabskiy commented that while the enemy has made minor inroads into Ukrainian defenses, …
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Ukrainian military: Russia redeploys troops to Kharkiv region, brings foreign fighters
Russian forces are redeploying troops and bringing foreigners to the Kharkiv region from the Luhansk area, according to a Ukrainian military official. During a news broadcast, Col. Vitaliy Saranets stated, "Occupying forces are bringing in foreigners," including those from the Middle East, Central Asia, and African nations. He further elaborated on the ongoing internal rotations by the Russians and mentioned the deployment of the 22nd Motorized Rifle Regiment from Luhansk to Kharkiv.
Saranets …
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Ukrainian military: Egyptian nationals are among Russian forces in Kharkiv region
The Ukrainian Armed Forces report Russia has deployed Egyptian citizens in the ongoing battles in the Kharkiv region. Russian attacks have intensified around Vovchansk and Hluboke, with four combat clashes occurring over the course of the day. In their attempts to break through the Ukrainian defense line, Russian forces are reportedly employing foreign volunteers, particularly Egyptian nationals.
In Vovchansk, Russian forces have boosted air reconnaissance efforts using UAVs and have been …
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Heavy Russian casualties near Vovchansk: majority of brigade lost, tank regiments depleted, says Ukrainian official
According to the spokesperson of the tactical group of troops “Kharkiv”, Vitaliy Saranets, Russia's 138th Motorized Rifle Brigade has suffered significant losses in Vovchansk. Additionally, the 83rd and 157th Tank Regiments have also faced substantial losses.
Since the beginning of the offensive in northern Kharkiv region, the Russian Armed Forces have lost a significant portion of their brigade in Vovchansk and have heavily depleted two tank regiments, revealed Saranets in an interview with …
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Intense clashes in Kharkiv region: Ukrainian Forces hold steady amid Russian offensives
In northern Kharkiv, the Russian military is attempting to displace Ukrainian Armed Forces (AFU) units from their current positions. Despite these attempts, Ukrainian troops are inflicting significant losses on the occupiers, according to Nazar Voloshin, a representative of the "Khortytsia" Operational and Strategic Group of Forces (OSG). The most active combat operations in the Kharkiv region are ongoing in the direction of Hluboke and Vovchansk
Voloshin noted there's currently no information …
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Russia reinforces troops and prepares for new offensive in Kharkiv region
Russia has withdrawn the 153rd Tank Regiment from the Kharkiv region for disbandment, replacing its positions with the 128th Motorized Rifle Brigade and the "Akhmat" special forces detachment. Additionally, Russian forces have deployed additional assault units in this section of the front, according to analysts from the Institute for the Study of War (ISW).
Russian Armed Forces continue localized offensive operations in northern Kharkiv, albeit without significant advancements, reports ISW in …
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Ukrainian Forces reclaim key positions in northern Kharkiv amid intense battles
In Northern Kharkiv region, Ukrainian forces (AFU) have achieved some successes, said Yuriy Fedorенко, commander of the "Achilles" UAV unit within the 92nd Separate Assault Brigade, during a news broadcast.
The Ukrainian forces have managed to drive Russian troops from several positions in the Kharkiv region. Fedorenko highlighted that the Russian army continuously brings in reinforcements to this front. Additionally, the Russian military maintains offensive operations in the Kharkiv direction, …
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High casualties and stalled advances: Russian forces face setbacks near Vovchansk and Avdiivka
According to analysts, Russian pro-military bloggers have reported counterattacks by Ukrainian Armed Forces (AFU) near Lyptsi and Hlyboke. There is concern among Russian military ranks that even small concentrations of personnel could become targets for Ukraine’s reconnaissance and fire complexes.
On July 6th, Russian forces continued their sabotage and reconnaissance activities along the international border between Russia and northeastern Ukraine. One Russian source claimed that Russian …