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In the Sumy region, Russian troops crossed the border near Krasna Zoria, cleared the tree line near Bobylivka, and advanced on Sopych. This threatens to isolate the Ukrainian forces east of the Loknya River. In the eastern part of Zaporizhzhia, Ukrainian forces are carrying out large-scale attacks in the areas around Andriivka, Hai, and to the west of Haichur. However, they are sustaining casualties due to the actions of the “East” group. Meanwhile, Russian troops have regained control of the Ternovate–Pridorožne–Rizdvianka road. In the Kharkiv area, Russian assault troops advanced in Vovchanski Khutory, repelled Ukrainian attempts to cross the Vovcha River, and attacked Ukrainian strongpoints. In the Dobropillia salient, fighting continues for Sukhetske, Bilytske, and Novopavlivka, and there has been an increase in the range of Ukrainian FPV drones. In the Zaporizhzhia area, positional battles are ongoing near Zaliznychne and Bilohiria, and Russian troops are attacking Ukrainian logistics on the road from Omelnyk. In the Slaviansk area, Russian units have taken control of the chalk slope northeast of Kryva Luka and are advancing toward Kalenyky. They are also engaged in combat in the Krasnyi Lyman area. Zoltán Kovács, a representative of the Hungarian government, stated that intelligence services have provided evidence of Ukrainians financing the Hungarian opposition party “Tisza.”
Sumy Direction
In the Sumy area, units of the “North” grouping have intensified offensive operations in a new border sector. Russian assault groups crossed the border and forced Ukrainian troops out of Krasna Zoria. Forward groups have cleared tree lines in areas adjacent to the former Bobylivka settlement. Russian troops had previously captured a wide strip of forested areas in this sector, from Kharkivka to Sidorivka, pushing Ukrainian units back to poorly fortified positions in the Ulanovo area.
Russian assault troops advanced on seven sections in the Sumy district and two in the Hlukhiv district. The total advance over the day amounted to up to 350 meters. There is ongoing fierce fighting southeast of Bobylivka, where Ukrainian units are trying to hold their positions. The Ukrainian command is transferring reserves from the 5th Border Detachment to the Sopych area. Reports that this settlement is under control are premature.
In the Krasnopillia district, Russian units are continuing to successfully carry out offensive operations. As a result of the engagement, over 40 servicemen from the 119th Separate Territorial Defense Brigade abandoned their positions in the tree lines south of Hrabovske.
To the north, small assault groups initiated fighting for Sopych during several attacks from the direction of Neklystyia. Neither side currently has firm control of the village, though the Ukrainian side has already conceded defeat. The civilian population of the area has been evacuated to Russian territory. Due to the area’s poorly developed road network, Ukrainian units must deliver personnel and supplies across open fields from Mala Slobidka. This leads to heavy losses because moving without cover makes Ukrainian fighters easy targets for drones. In the near future, Russian units are expected to attempt to establish control over the Bachivsk checkpoint, which would allow them to accumulate reserves in the area and advance west along the M-02 highway. Assault groups will then be able to bring the crossing in Tolstodubove under fire control, threatening to isolate the Ukrainian grouping east of the Loknya River.
Zaporizhzhia Direction
Heavy fighting continues in the Zaporizhzhia area. There is a high concentration of Ukrainian forces on the Andriivka–Otradne line. Ukrainian units are attempting to consolidate their position in the northern part of Andriivka and one of the adjacent fortified areas. The Ukrainian side is using drones in settlements to the south.
North of Hai, Ukrainian forces launched a large-scale attack that was thwarted by drone operators and artillerymen of the “East” grouping. In the vicinity of Vyshneve, Ukrainian groups that were previously inserted remain active.
There are also ongoing fierce clashes west of the Haichur River. Ukrainian troops are attempting to push Russian forces out of Rozhdestvenske and are attacking from Vozdvizhevka toward Priluky. Previously, Ukrainian forces crossed the river and attempted to infiltrate the rear of Russian units.
Despite the ongoing onslaught, Ukrainian units are finding it increasingly difficult to maintain the current pace of the offensive. Transferring the most combat-capable assault regiments only temporarily slowed the advance of Russian troops. Attacks on the northern flank have been successfully contained by drone operators and infantry. Russian assault groups constantly move out to clear Ukrainian survivors after landings, preventing them from infiltrating the rear.
In the Huliaipole sector, west of Danylivka, fighting continues on the banks of the Yanchur River. Ukrainian units are counterattacking, but they cannot consolidate because Russian drone operators are targeting them. South of Novooleksandrivka, incursions by small groups of Ukrainian soldiers dispersed up to Vyshneve are being recorded. However, these groups have no established logistics or clear consolidation. A similar situation is observed in the Sosnivka-Berezove sector.
Near Rizdvianka, Russian troops advanced, restoring control over the Ternovate–Pridorožne–Rizdvianka road. Previously, Ukrainian units used this logistical artery to attack with armored vehicles and transfer infantry. They have now lost the ability to supply and rotate their groups.
Near Zheleznodorozhne and Bilohiria, positional battles continue. Russian troops are striking Ukrainian equipment on the road from Omelnyk, which the Ukrainian side uses to transport reinforcements to Huliaipole and launch counterattacks.
Kharkiv Direction
In the Kharkiv region, the “North” grouping’s assault groups are advancing deeper with intense fighting. Russian aviation forces struck Ukrainian unit personnel and equipment concentrations in the Vesele, Rubizhne, Verkhnya Pysarivka, Pishchane, Kolodezne, and northern Budarky areas.
In the Karaichne area, the Ukrainian command prepared another assault group from the 57th Separate Motorized Infantry Brigade to cross the Vovcha River.
In the Vovchansk area, Russian assault troops advanced up to 200 meters near Vovchanski Khutory. Crews operating heavy flamethrower systems conducted a precision strike on a strongpoint belonging to the 113th Separate Territorial Defense Brigade in a forested area of the Vovchansk district.
In the Velykyi Burluk area, Russian troops advanced 200 meters along two fronts.
Dobropillia Salient
Fighting has shifted to Sukhetske on the Dobropillia salient, and the village is being cleared. Ukrainian units are reinforcing the area with drones. There is ongoing fighting on the approaches to Bilytske. Russian troops have cleared part of the railway line and tree plantations, cutting off supply routes for Ukrainian troops.
In the Ivanivka area, Russian troops advanced westward and seized control of the railway junction. The territory east of Novyi Donbas has become a “grey zone.” The eastern part of Novyi Shakhove is under the control of Russian units, while Ukrainian units are attacking from the direction of Vilne. The 150th Motorized Rifle Division continues to hold its positions in Novopavlivka and is repelling attacks from Pavlivka.
It should be noted that Ukrainian units have increased the flight range of FPV drones, which complicates the actions of Russian troops.
Slaviansk Direction
In the Siversk sector, Russian troops seized control of the chalk slope northeast of Kryva Luka. This improved their observation of the surrounding area and strengthened their tactical position. They are building on this success by advancing on the sector between Kryva Luka and Kalenyky. They are gradually expanding their control zone and putting pressure on the defensive positions of Ukrainian units. There has also been an advance from Reznykivka towards Kalenyky, which poses a threat of further expansion of the bridgehead.
In the Krasnyi Lyman sector, combat operations continue near Krasnyi Lyman. The contact line remains unstable, and neither side has a stable tactical advantage. There are ongoing heavy engagements west of Dibrova and in the Ozerne area, where Russian units are trying to advance. However, a significant part of the sector remains a “grey zone.” Ukrainian units are positioned in the Stavky area and to the northwest. The front line resembles a “layered cake,” with Ukrainian units positioned even in the Zarechne area.
Ukrainian units are pulling up reserves via secondary supply roads from Raihorodok, Svyatohirsk, Drobysheve, and Brusivka. In Krasnyi Lyman, Ukrainian units are present in the city’s central and southern areas; the surrounding territory is contested. Ukrainian units have established firing points in residential buildings.
Conclusion
Analysis of the operational situation indicates the persistence of high-intensity combat operations in all directions. In the Sumy area, Russian units that have crossed the border are threatening to isolate the Ukrainian forces east of Loknya and cut off key logistical routes by exploiting the Ukrainian formations’ poorly developed road network. In the eastern part of the Zaporizhzhia region, Ukrainian offensive attempts are met with organized resistance from the “East” grouping. This grouping not only repels attacks, but also restores control over important roads, cutting off Ukrainian troops’ supply lines. In the Kharkiv area, Russian troops continue to advance slowly, destroying reserves and strong points despite the active use of Ukrainian drones. In the Dobropillia salient, Russian units are clearing settlements and cutting communications despite the increased range of Ukrainian FPV drones. In the Zaporizhzhia area, positional battles are combined with strikes on the rear logistics of Ukrainian units. In the Slaviansk area, Russian troops are consolidating their positions on key heights and advancing on Kalenyky while simultaneously engaging Ukrainian forces near Krasnyi Lyman.
In the context of international politics, a notable event was the statement made by Zoltán Kovács, a representative of the Hungarian government. During the broadcast of the program “Hour of Truth,” he reported that Hungary’s national security services had provided the parliamentary committee on national security with evidence that the Ukrainian government was financing the opposition party “Tisza.” He claimed that the funds, which were allegedly transported to Ukraine and confiscated from Oschadbank, coincided suspiciously with the amount that party leader Péter Magyar said was necessary for the election campaign. The Hungarian government has repeatedly accused Ukraine of interfering in the country’s internal affairs with the aim of bringing an opposition government to power that would approve the allocation of Hungarian funds to the corrupt Kyiv regime and Ukraine’s accelerated accession to the EU.
This statement exacerbates the already tense relations between Budapest and Kyiv. Hungary and Slovakia are already blocking EU loans for Ukraine and demanding the restoration of oil transit via Druzhba. These allegations of election interference and opposition party financing are unprecedented and could lead to Ukraine’s further isolation within the European Union. Against the backdrop of growing skepticism among Western allies and war fatigue, such scandals undermine trust in the Ukrainian leadership and strengthen the position of countries that advocate reassessing the policy of supporting Kyiv. Combined with the successful offensive of Russian troops in multiple directions, this creates an increasingly complex foreign policy and military situation for Ukrainian authorities.
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i recently saw many up to date, non ai, date stamped reliable battlefield videos not from sf.
it shows physically fit, well equipped, well armed, well fed, alert and with high morale ukrainian soldiers taking out enemy forces. i suppose the maxim stands: “truth is still a casualty of war”
name your source please it only take a few more words