Summary of the progress of the special military operation on September 5, 2026
Quick Look
- The Russian Ministry of Defense reports the destruction of transport infrastructure facilities and military deployment points in 158 districts over the past 24 hours.
- Air defense shot down seven aerial bombs, a HIMARS shell and 763 drones.
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Why It Matters
The Russian army has been conducting a special military operation in Ukraine since February 24, 2022. The stated goal is to help the DPR and LPR.
Since February 24, 2022, Russia has been conducting a special operation in Ukraine. See on the RIA Novosti map where military operations are currently taking place, which cities are suffering from shelling, and also how the units of the parties are advancing.
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About the special operation of the Russian Armed Forces in Ukraine
The Russian army has been conducting a special military operation in Ukraine since February 24, 2022. Its main goal is to help the Donetsk and Lugansk People's Republics, on whose territory shelling has not stopped since 2014. The Russian military is tasked with minimizing losses of personnel and civilians during combat missions.
Data from the Ministry of Defense and administrations of new regions as of September 5, 2026
Over the past 24 hours, Russian units have defeated Ukrainian transport infrastructure facilities used by the Ukrainian Armed Forces, as well as temporary deployment points of Ukrainian armed forces and foreign mercenaries in 158 districts. Air defense systems shot down seven guided bombs, a US-made HIMARS multiple launch rocket system and 763 aircraft-type drones.
Open Questions
- Exact coordinates of affected infrastructure facilities.
- Consequences of strikes for the logistics of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
