Russian troops repelled a counterattack by Ukrainian ex-convicts from the 129th separate heavy mechanized brigade in the Ivashkino area, Kharkov Region, eliminating over half of the unit, a Russian defense source told TASS.
Russian troops are evacuating civilians from Konstantinovka to the DPR, providing food and assistance, according to a deputy commander. Ukraine is reportedly attempting to prevent these evacuations by firing upon the civilian population.
Most Ukrainian army units have retreated from Pisarevka in the Sumy Region to the neighboring village of Khoten due to a Russian offensive, military expert Andrey Marochko told TASS, noting the deteriorating operational situation for Ukrainian forces.
Система Maven от Palantir, основанная на ИИ, будет отслеживать передвижения российских войск для НАТО, собирая данные от членов альянса и предупреждая о тревожных изменениях.
Russian forces are advancing simultaneously in two areas near Novy Donbass in the Donetsk People’s Republic, expanding their zone of control both north and south. Military expert Andrey Marochko reported territorial gains near Belitskoye and fortification of new lines southwest of Kutuzovka.
Ukraine reported striking a dozen Russian "shadow fleet" tankers delivering fuel to Crimea with drones. Simultaneously, Kyiv faced a Russian missile attack injuring two, while Odesa also sustained a missile strike. President Zelenskyy appealed for NATO membership and discussed ending the war with US President Trump.
Russian troops are utilizing the "Newton" hybrid power station, a new innovation designed for long-term autonomous operation of electronic warfare (EW) systems in field conditions. The device, weighing 36 kg, combines a generator with a storage battery, significantly reducing gasoline consumption and powering up to 20 EW channels.
Russia's Defense Ministry announced that its troops liberated Petro-Ivanovka in the Kharkov Region. The ministry also reported significant Ukrainian troop and equipment losses across various frontlines in the past 24 hours, totaling approximately 1,540 troops and numerous armored vehicles.
Russian military bloggers estimate new recruits on the Ukrainian frontline survive only 20-35 minutes due to intense drone attacks. Ukraine's evolving drone capabilities are reportedly causing high Russian casualties, with some estimates suggesting a 8:1 loss ratio.
Russian forces liberated Ivolzhanskoye in the Sumy Region between June 20-26, expanding a security zone. The Defense Ministry reported five precision strikes on Ukrainian military sites and significant casualties inflicted on Ukrainian troops by various battlegroups across multiple fronts.
Russian troops are attempting to encircle Kostyantynivka, a strategic city in eastern Ukraine, which Ukrainian soldiers describe as being in a 'grey zone'. Its potential fall could allow Russia to advance towards Kramatorsk and Sloviansk, key Ukrainian strongholds in the Donbas region.
Russian servicemen from the 4th brigade of battlegroup South have begun evacuating residents from Konstantinovka in the Donetsk People’s Republic. The first group of six civilians, including a 72-year-old woman, were safely escorted out despite fears of drone attacks.
Russia's Defense Ministry reported that Russian troops liberated five settlements in the Donetsk People's Republic between June 13-19, including Yurkovka in the last 24 hours. The ministry also claimed significant casualties inflicted on Ukrainian forces across various Russian battlegroups.
Russian troops are advancing northwest of Rodinskoye near Belitskoye in the Donetsk People's Republic (DPR), according to military expert Andrey Marochko. He stated that Russian forces are operating in this sector and will continue their advance. In April, Chief of the Russian General Staff Valery Gerasimov mentioned advances towards Dobropolye and ongoing battles for Belitskoye.
Russian troops have established fire pockets and tactically encircled Ukrainian forces in the Drobyshevo-Stavki area of the Donetsk People's Republic, according to military expert Andrey Marochko.
Russian troops are strategically enveloping the Ukrainian settlement of Konstantinovka in the Donetsk People’s Republic from all sides following the liberation of Artyoma, according to military expert Andrey Marochko. The capture of Artyoma is seen as a strategic success enabling this maneuver.
The Kalashnikov Group has sent a new batch of upgraded AK-12 assault rifles, featuring improved ergonomics and accuracy, to Russian troops under a state defense contract. The AK-12, adopted six years ago, is now the main individual automatic weapon for the Russian Armed Forces and is seeing increased interest from foreign buyers due to its effective use in the special military operation.
Russia's Defense Ministry reported that Russian troops liberated Novy Donbass in the Donetsk region and inflicted significant losses on the Ukrainian army, claiming over 1,330 troops lost in the past 24 hours across all frontline areas.
Russia's Defense Ministry announced the liberation of the Artyoma settlement in the Donetsk region by Battlegroup South units. Over the past 24 hours, Ukrainian forces reportedly lost approximately 1,265 troops across all frontline areas, along with significant amounts of military equipment.
Russian troops destroyed a Ukrainian UAV depot near Novogrishino in the Donetsk People's Republic using Geran kamikaze drones, according to Russia's Defense Ministry.
President Vladimir Putin stated that Russian troops maintain the strategic initiative in Ukraine and are advancing steadily, dismissing the impact of Ukrainian shelling and drone attacks. He accused the "Kiev regime" of resorting to "terrorist methods" due to its inability to halt the Russian advance.
Russia's Defense Ministry reported that Russian troops struck energy and transport infrastructure used by the Ukrainian army and enemy deployment sites over the past 24 hours. The ministry also claimed Ukrainian forces lost approximately 1,440 troops and destroyed a Leopard-2 tank.
Katyusha, a Russian tech firm, has unveiled its namesake ground robotic vehicles at the Fleet 2026 International Maritime Defense Show in Kronstadt. These unmanned platforms are already being supplied to Russian troops in Ukraine and are being upgraded with features for mine clearance and cargo delivery.
Russia's Defense Ministry reported liberating two settlements in Ukraine's Kharkov and Donetsk regions. Over the past 24 hours, Ukrainian forces reportedly lost approximately 1,220 troops and significant military equipment across various frontline sectors.
