May 2025
War news
We do not have any own information sources, we will reprint the most important (in our opinion) news from official Ukrainian sources and from authoritative media of countries that support Ukraine.
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Intermediate finish: 1,400 Russian multiple launch rocket systems destroyed
Total russian enemy combat losses as of the morning of May 31, 2025 were approximately:
personnel — about 987,330 (+1,250) people,
tanks — 10867 (+2) units,
armored combat vehicles — 22,652 (+5) units,
artillery systems — 28,475 (+54) units,
MLRS — 1400 (+2) one,
air defense systems — 1173 (+1) units,
aircraft — 372 (+0) units,
helicopters — 336 (+0) units,
Operational-tactical level UAVs — 38215 (+145),
cruise missiles — 3265 (+0),
ships/boats — 28 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 50198 (+109) units,
special equipment — 3902 (+0). chas.news
Operational information as of 08:00 on 05/31/2025 regarding the Russian invasion, – Ukrainian General Staff. magnolia-tv.com
UAVs attacked a Russian military deployment point and a railway station in Kursk. zaxid.net
"A Russian slap in the face to all who stand for peace": Sibiga criticized Nebenzi’s words at the UN Security Council. obozrevatel.com
There will be a just peace after Putin
The russian enemy’s total combat losses as of the morning of May 30, 2025 were approximately:
personnel — about 986,080 (+1,140) people,
tanks — 10865 (+1) units,
armored combat vehicles — 22,647 (+2) units,
artillery systems — 28421 (+35) units,
MLRS — 1398 (+1) units,
air defense systems — 1172 (+1) units,
aircraft — 372 (+0) units,
helicopters — 336 (+0) units,
Operational-tactical level UAVs — 38070 (+71),
cruise missiles — 3265 (+0),
ships/boats — 28 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 50089 (+74) units,
special equipment — 3902 (+0). chas.news
Operational information as of 08:00 05/30/2025 regarding the Russian invasion – Ukrainian General Staff. magnolia-tv.com
Ukraine carried out the first autonomous drone strike at a range of 300 km. processer.media
There will be a just peace after Putin, – Zelensky. obozrevatel.com
Intermediate finish: 50 thousand destroyed Russian cars
The russian enemy’s total combat losses as of the morning of May 29, 2025 were approximately:
personnel — about 984,940 (+1,050) people,
tanks — 10864 (+0) units,
armored combat vehicles — 22,645 (+1) units,
artillery systems — 28386 (+31) units,
MLRS — 1397 (+0) units,
air defense means — 1171 (+0) units,
aircraft — 372 (+0) units,
helicopters — 336 (+0) units,
Operational-tactical level UAVs — 37999 (+81),
cruise missiles — 3265 (+9),
ships/boats — 28 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 50015 (+56) one,
special equipment — 3902 (+0). chas.news
Operational information as of 08:00 on 05/29/2025 regarding the Russian invasion, – Ukrainian General Staff. magnolia-tv.com
In the Moscow region, complaints were made about a UAV attack, Vnukovo airport was closed: debris "hit" a high-rise building. Photos and video. obozrevatel.com
Germany and Ukraine have signed an agreement on financing Ukrainian long-range weapons, German Defense Ministry. PHOTO. censor.net
Cotton in the Moscow region (2)
The russian enemy’s total combat losses as of the morning of May 28, 2025 were approximately:
personnel — about 983,890 (+1,050) people,
tanks — 10864 (+4) units,
armored combat vehicles — 22,644 (+2) units,
artillery systems — 28,355 (+18) units,
MLRS — 1397 (+0) units,
air defense systems — 1171 (+0) units,
aircraft — 372 (+0) units,
helicopters — 336 (+0) units,
Operational-tactical level UAVs — 37918 (+65),
cruise missiles — 3265 (+9),
ships/boats — 28 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 49959 (+52) units,
special equipment — 3902 (+0). chas.news
Operational information as of 08:00 on 05/28/2025 regarding the Russian invasion, – Ukrainian General Staff. magnolia-tv.com
Drones attacked a technology park and a drone production plant in the Moscow region. news.dn.ua
Strike drones, interceptors, cruise missiles, ballistics — we have to produce everything,” Zelenskyy said at the end of the 1,189th day of the war. uatv.ua
Cotton in Murom?
The russian enemy’s total combat losses as of the morning of May 27, 2025 were approximately:
personnel — about 982,840 (+990) people,
tanks — 10860 (+2) units,
armored combat vehicles — 22,642 (+1) units,
artillery systems — 28,337 (+17) units,
MLRS — 1397 (+0) units,
air defense means — 1171 (+0) units,
aircraft — 372 (+0) units,
helicopters — 336 (+0) units,
Operational-tactical level UAVs — 37853 (+222),
cruise missiles — 3265 (+9),
ships/boats — 28 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 49907 (+64) units,
special equipment — 3902 (+0). chas.news
Operational information as of 08:00 on 05/27/2025 regarding the Russian invasion, – Ukrainian General Staff. magnolia-tv.com
Bad morning for Russians: drones could attack strategic plant in Murom 24tv.ua
"This is definitely a diagnosis": Zelensky called for full-scale pressure on Russia, which is carrying out massive shelling under the cover of diplomacy. Video. obozrevatel.com
Cotton in Kineshma
The russian enemy’s total combat losses as of the morning of May 26, 2025 were approximately:
personnel — about 981,850 (+1,000) people,
tanks — 10858 (+4) units,
armored combat vehicles — 22,641 (+8) units,
artillery systems – 28320 (+51) units,
MLRS — 1397 (+1) units,
air defense systems — 1171 (+2) units,
aircraft — 372 (+0) units,
helicopters — 336 (+0) units,
Operational-tactical level UAVs — 37631 (+264),
cruise missiles — 3256 (+53),
ships/boats — 28 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 49843 (+92) units,
special equipment — 3902 (+0). chas.news
Operational information as of 08:00 on 05/26/2025 regarding the Russian invasion, – Ukrainian General Staff. magnolia-tv.com
Drones attacked a Russian chemical plant in Kineshma. gazeta.ua
Former Lithuanian Foreign Minister Landsbergis after Russia’s massive attack on Ukraine: Haven’t you heard anything about Taurus and those "devastating sanctions"? censor.net
Cotton in Tver
The russian enemy’s total combat losses as of the morning of May 25, 2025 were approximately:
personnel — about 980850 (+1020) people,
tanks — 10854 (+2) units,
armored combat vehicles — 22,633 (+11) units,
artillery systems — 28269 (+68) units,
MLRS — 1396 (+1) units,
air defense systems — 1169 (+2) units,
aircraft — 372 (+0) units,
helicopters — 336 (+0) units,
Operational-tactical level UAVs — 37367 (+190),
cruise missiles — 3203 (+6),
ships/boats — 28 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 49751 (+112) units,
special equipment — 3902 (+7). chas.news
Operational information as of 08:00 on 05/25/2025 regarding the Russian invasion, – Ukrainian General Staff. magnolia-tv.com
Over 100 UAVs flew over Russia: explosions were heard in 13 regions. 24tv.ua
At night, drones attacked the Migalovo airfield in Tver and "visited" the Tula region. 24tv.ua
Changing priorities: the US no longer hopes to end the war, but at least expel Medinsky
The russian enemy’s total combat losses as of the morning of May 24, 2025 were approximately:
personnel — about 979830 (+1130) people,
tanks — 10852 (+11) units,
armored combat vehicles — 22,622 (+47) units,
artillery systems — 28201 (+36) units,
MLRS — 1395 (+5) units,
air defense systems — 1169 (+2) units,
aircraft — 372 (+0) units,
helicopters — 336 (+0) units,
Operational-tactical level UAVs — 37177 (+232),
cruise missiles — 3197 (+0),
ships/boats — 28 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 49639 (+232) one,
special equipment — 3895 (+0). chas.news
Operational information as of 08:00 on 05/24/2025 regarding the Russian invasion, – Ukrainian General Staff. magnolia-tv.com
The Energia plant again? Russia is talking about the "fall" of a UAV in the Yelets industrial zone after a new attack. rbc.ua
US wants Russia to exclude Medinsky from negotiating team — Bloomberg. ukranews.com
Cotton in Yelets
The russian enemy’s total combat losses as of the morning of May 23, 2025 were approximately:
personnel — about 978,700 (+1,050) people,
tanks — 10841 (+2) units,
armored combat vehicles — 22,575 (+1) units,
artillery systems — 28165 (+43) units,
MLRS — 1390 (+2) units,
air defense systems — 1167 (+0) units,
aircraft — 372 (+0) units,
helicopters — 336 (+0) units,
Operational-tactical level UAVs — 36945 (+148),
cruise missiles — 3197 (+0),
ships/boats — 28 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 49407 (+139) units,
special equipment — 3895 (+0). chas.news
Operational information as of 08:00 on 05/23/2025 regarding the Russian invasion, – Ukrainian General Staff. magnolia-tv.com
Explosions and fire in Russia: drones attacked a factory in the city of Yelets that produces batteries. glavred.net
Kremlin opposes Vatican involvement in talks with Ukraine – Bloomberg. zn.ua
Drones attacked a number of Russian regions
The russian enemy’s total combat losses as of the morning of May 22, 2025 were approximately:
personnel — about 977,650 (+870) people,
tanks — 10839 (+4) units,
armored combat vehicles — 22,574 (+5) units,
artillery systems — 28122 (+32) units,
MLRS — 1388 (+0) units,
air defense systems — 1167 (+0) units,
aircraft — 372 (+0) units,
helicopters — 336 (+0) units,
Operational-tactical level UAVs — 36797 (+105),
cruise missiles — 3197 (+0),
ships/boats — 28 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 49268 (+99) units,
special equipment — 3895 (+0). chas.news
Operational information as of 08:00 on 05/22/2025 regarding the Russian invasion, – Ukrainian General Staff. magnolia-tv.com
Moscow was attacked by UAVs for the second time in a day: Russians complain about the work of air defense, Sheremetyevo and Domodedovo airports suspended operations. nv.ua
Lavrov confirmed Russia’s refusal to cease fire in Ukraine. ukrinform.ua
Cotton forever (4)
Total russian enemy combat losses as of the morning of May 21, 2025 were approximately:
personnel — about 976780 (+980) people,
tanks — 10835 (+1) units,
armored combat vehicles — 22,569 (+2) units,
artillery systems — 28,090 (+23) units,
MLRS — 1388 (+0) units,
air defense systems — 1167 (+0) units,
aircraft — 372 (+0) units,
helicopters — 336 (+0) units,
Operational-tactical level UAVs — 36692 (+71),
cruise missiles — 3197 (+0),
ships/boats — 28 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 49169 (+76) units,
special equipment — 3895 (+1). chas.news
Operational information as of 08:00 on 05/21/2025 regarding the Russian invasion, – Ukrainian General Staff. magnolia-tv.com
Airports have been closed in several regions of Russia, with complaints about UAVs and explosions. rbc.ua
Drones attacked the Oryol region in Russia. Explosions were heard at a semiconductor factory there. hromadske.ua
Intermediate finish: 49 thousand Russian cars destroyed
The russian enemy’s total combat losses as of the morning of May 20, 2025 were approximately:
personnel — about 975,800 (+1,030) people,
tanks — 10834 (+1) units,
armored combat vehicles — 22,567 (+5) units,
artillery systems — 28,067 (+58) units,
MLRS — 1388 (+1) units,
air defense systems — 1167 (+0) units,
aircraft — 372 (+0) units,
helicopters — 336 (+0) units,
Operational-tactical level UAVs — 36621 (+118),
cruise missiles — 3197 (+0),
ships/boats — 28 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 49093 (+105) one,
special equipment — 3894 (+2). chas.news
Operational information as of 08:00 05/20/2025 regarding the Russian invasion, – Ukrainian General Staff. magnolia-tv.com
The Ukrainian Armed Forces advanced in the Kursk region, near Borovaya and Toretsk: ISW maps. rbc.ua
Zelensky: no one will withdraw our troops from our territories. bbc.com
Intermediate finish: 28 thousand Russian guns destroyed
The russian enemy’s total combat losses as of the morning of May 19, 2025 were approximately:
personnel — about 974,770 (+1,040) people,
tanks — 10833 (+1) units,
armored combat vehicles — 22,562 (+5) units,
artillery systems — 28009 (+29) one,
MLRS — 1387 (+0) units,
air defense systems — 1167 (+0) units,
aircraft — 372 (+0) units,
helicopters — 336 (+0) units,
Operational-tactical level UAVs — 36503 (+118),
cruise missiles — 3197 (+0),
ships/boats — 28 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 48988 (+88) units,
special equipment — 3892 (+0). chas.news
Operational information as of 08:00 on 05/19/2025 regarding the Russian invasion, – Ukrainian General Staff. magnolia-tv.com
An Ukrainian plane destroyed an enemy bridge in Kurshchyna. real-vin.com
Zelensky spoke about the meeting with Vance and Rubio: We discussed joint steps to achieve a just and sustainable peace. PHOTO. censor.net
Imitation of imitation of negotiations
The russian enemy’s total combat losses as of the morning of May 18, 2025 were approximately:
personnel — about 973,730 (+1,130) people,
tanks — 10832 (+1) units,
armored combat vehicles — 22,557 (+4) units,
artillery systems — 27,980 (+38) units,
MLRS — 1387 (+1) units,
air defense systems — 1167 (+0) units,
aircraft — 372 (+0) units,
helicopters— 336 (+0) units,
Operational-tactical level UAVs — 36385 (+107),
cruise missiles — 3197 (+0),
ships/boats — 28 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 48900 (+91) units,
special equipment — 3892 (+0). chas.news
Operational information as of 08:00 on 05/18/2025 regarding the Russian invasion, – Ukrainian General Staff. magnolia-tv.com
Fireworks with the detonation of ammunition – the artillery of the Ukrainian Armed Forces destroyed the russian Buk-M1 anti-aircraft missile system worth $10 million. armyinform.com.ua
Putin used the meeting in Istanbul to simulate a peace process and gain time, – Sibiga. censor.net
President Trump’s Theater of the Absurd: Episode 22
The russian enemy’s total combat losses as of the morning of May 17, 2025 were approximately:
personnel — about 972,600 (+910) people,
tanks — 10831 (+6) units,
armored combat vehicles — 22,553 (+7) units,
artillery systems — 27942 (+34) units,
MLRS — 1386 (+1) units,
air defense systems — 1167 (+0) units,
aircraft — 372 (+0) units,
helicopters — 336 (+0) units,
Operational-tactical level UAVs — 36278 (+155),
cruise missiles — 3197 (+0),
ships/boats — 28 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 48809 (+96) units,
special equipment — 3892 (+0). chas.news
Operational information as of 08:00 on 05/17/2025 regarding the Russian invasion, – Ukrainian General Staf. magnolia-tv.com
The Ukrainian defense forces have improved their tactical position in three key areas – Nayev. inkorr.com
Trump: Putin wants peace, and the main obstacle is Zelensky’s lack of "trump cards." nv.ua
Cotton in Crimea (6)
The russian enemy’s total combat losses as of the morning of May 16, 2025 were approximately:
personnel — about 971,690 (+1,100) people,
tanks — 10825 (+13) units,
armored combat vehicles — 22,546 (+32) units,
artillery systems — 27908 (+36) units,
MLRS — 1385 (+1) units,
air defense systems — 1167 (+1) units,
aircraft — 372 (+0) units,
helicopters — 336 (+0) units,
Operational-tactical level UAVs — 36123 (+123),
cruise missiles — 3197 (+0),
ships/boats — 28 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 48713 (+166) units,
special equipment — 3892 (+0). chas.news
Operational information as of 08:00 on 05/16/2025 regarding the Russian invasion, – Ukrainian General Staff. magnolia-tv.com
In Crimea (temporarily occupied by russians), there is a series of powerful explosions, in particular in the areas of the Kacha and Belbek airfields. 24tv.ua
Zelensky: Putin’s statements about readiness for negotiations are just talk. censor.net
Peace talks won’t happen because of war
The russian enemy’s total combat losses as of the morning of May 15, 2025 were approximately:
personnel — about 970590 (+1220) people,
tanks — 10812 (+8) units,
armored combat vehicles — 22,514 (+13) units,
artillery systems — 27872 (+45) units,
MLRS — 1384 (+2) units,
air defense systems — 1166 (+1) units,
aircraft — 372 (+0) units,
helicopters — 336 (+1) units,
Operational-tactical level UAVs — 36,000 (+140),
cruise missiles — 3197 (+0),
ships/boats — 28 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 48547 (+165) units,
special equipment — 3892 (+8). chas.news
Operational information as of 08:00 on 05/15/2025 regarding the Russian invasion, – Ukrainian General Staff. magnolia-tv.com
The deputy commander of the 40th Marine Brigade of the Russian Federation was eliminated in Rylsk. news.dn.ua
Zelensky will determine further actions after meeting with Erdogan. dw.com
Robert "Magyar" Browdy – Hero of Ukraine
The russian enemy’s total combat losses as of the morning of May 14, 2025 were approximately:
personnel — about 969370 (+1240) people,
tanks — 10804 (+2) units,
armored combat vehicles — 22,501 (+14) units,
artillery systems — 27827 (+47) units,
MLRS — 1382 (+1) units,
air defense systems — 1165 (+3) units,
aircraft — 372 (+0) units,
helicopters — 335 (+0) units,
Operational-tactical level UAVs — 35860 (+82),
cruise missiles — 3197 (+0),
ships/boats — 28 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 48382 (+126) units,
special equipment — 3884 (+0). chas.news
Operational information as of 08:00 on 05/14/2025 regarding the Russian invasion, – Ukrainian General Staff. magnolia-tv.com
For every dead "bird" by an enemy battalion, "Magyar" spoke about the price paid by the russian occupiers. armyinform.com.ua
Final point: Zelensky explained how Putin’s failure to come to the talks in Turkey will be perceived. obozrevatel.com
Peace in Ukraine – war in Europe?
The russian enemy’s total combat losses as of the morning of May 13, 2025 were approximately:
personnel — about 968130 (+1070) people,
tanks — 10802 (+2) units,
armored combat vehicles — 22,487 (+14) units,
artillery systems — 27,780 (+62) units,
MLRS — 1381 (+0) units,
air defense systems — 1162 (+0) units,
aircraft — 372 (+0) units,
helicopters — 335 (+0) units,
Operational-tactical level UAVs — 35778 (+100),
cruise missiles — 3197 (+0),
ships/boats — 28 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 48256 (+138) units,
special equipment — 3884 (+6). chas.news
Operational information as of 08.00 May 13, 2025 regarding the Russian invasion, – Ukrainian General Staff. magnolia-tv.com
Russia completely ignores the proposal for a 30-day ceasefire: Sibiga issued a statement. obozrevatel.com
Peace in Ukraine will bring Russia’s attack on the EU closer, there is only one way to contain it – the European Commissioner for Defense. sud.ua
Intermediate finish: 44 thousand Russian cars destroyed
The russian enemy’s total combat losses as of the morning of May 12, 2025 were approximately:
personnel — about 967,060 (+1,170) people,
tanks — 10,800 (+8) units,
armored combat vehicles — 22,473 (+27) units,
artillery systems — 27,718 (+48) units,
MLRS — 1381 (+0) units,
air defense systems — 1162 (+3) units,
aircraft — 372 (+0) units,
helicopters — 335 (+0) units,
Operational-tactical level UAVs — 35678 (+141),
cruise missiles — 3197 (+0),
ships/boats — 28 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 48118 (+171) one,
special equipment — 3884 (+6). chas.news
Operational information as of 08:00 12.05.2025 regarding the Russian invasion, – Ukrainian General Staff. magnolia-tv.com
The "Fluty" drone was in operation: Russia complained about an attack on one of the largest chemical enterprises. war.obozrevatel.com
We expect a ceasefire and I will personally wait for Putin in Turkey – Zelensky. unn.ua
Telephone truce
The russian enemy’s total combat losses as of the morning of May 11, 2025 were approximately:
personnel — about 965890 (+1310) people,
tanks — 10792 (+2) units,
armored combat vehicles — 22,446 (+6) units,
artillery systems — 27,670 (+33) units,
MLRS — 1381 (+1) units,
air defense systems — 1159 (+1) units,
aircraft — 372 (+0) units,
helicopters — 335 (+0) units,
Operational-tactical level UAVs — 35537 (+55),
cruise missiles — 3197 (+0),
ships/boats — 28 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 47947 (+117) units,
special equipment — 3878 (+3). chas.news
Operational information as of 08:00 May 11, 2025 regarding the Russian invasion, – Ukrainian General Staff. magnolia-tv.com
The Ukrainian Armed Forces knocked out the russian occupiers from Yablunivka in the Toretsk direction. real-vin.com
"Coalition of the Willing" called Trump. Ukraine offers Russia a complete ceasefire starting May 12. news.liga.net
Why not a truce? There weren’t even 200 attacks in a day
The russian enemy’s total combat losses as of the morning of May 10, 2025 were approximately:
personnel — about 964,580 (+1,310) people,
tanks — 10,790 (+4) units,
armored combat vehicles — 22,440 (+7) units,
artillery systems — 27637 (+49) units,
MLRS — 1380 (+0) units,
air defense systems — 1158 (+1) units,
aircraft — 372 (+0) units,
helicopters — 335 (+0) units,
Operational-tactical level UAVs — 35482 (+36),
cruise missiles — 3197 (+0),
ships/boats — 28 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 47830 (+106) units,
special equipment — 3875 (+0). chas.news
Operational information as of 08:00 May 10, 2025 regarding the Russian invasion – Ukrainian General Staff. magnolia-tv.com
196 combat clashes took place yesterday at the front: details from the Ukrainian General Staff. v-variant.com.ua
Macron, Starmer, Merz, and Tusk arrived in Kyiv for the "Coalition of the Willing" meeting. ua.news
Continuation of the "kebab truce" – 1,300 demilitarized Muscovites
The russianenemy’s total combat losses as of the morning of May 9, 2025 were approximately:
personnel — about 963,270 (+1300) persons,
tanks — 10786 (+4) units,
armored combat vehicles — 22,433 (+4) units,
artillery systems — 27,588 (+36) units,
MLRS — 1380 (+1) units,
air defense systems — 1157 (+1) units,
aircraft — 372 (+0) units,
helicopters — 335 (+0) units,
Operational-tactical level UAVs — 35446 (+39),
cruise missiles — 3197 (+0),
ships/boats — 28 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 47724 (+120) units,
special equipment — 3875 (+0). chas.news
Operational information as of 08:00 09.05.2025 regarding the Russian invasion, – Ukrainian General Staff. magnolia-tv.com
Attacks during the armistice – in the Pokrov direction, Ukrainian troops repelled attacks by "peace-loving" russian occupiers. armyinform.com.ua
After speaking with Zelensky, Trump called for an unconditional 30-day ceasefire. bbc.com
The beginning of the "kebab truce" – we already have one dead woman
The russian enemy’s total combat losses as of the morning of May 8, 2025 were approximately:
personnel — about 961,970 (+1,200) people,
tanks — 10,782 (+2) units,
armored combat vehicles — 22,429 (+10) units,
artillery systems — 27,552 (+50) units,
MLRS — 1379 (+1) units,
air defense systems — 1156 (+1) units,
aircraft — 372 (+0) units,
helicopters — 335 (+0) units,
Operational-tactical level UAVs — 35407 (+141),
cruise missiles — 3197 (+0),
ships/boats — 28 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 47604 (+120) units,
special equipment — 3875 (+2). chas.news
Operational information as of 08:00 May 8, 2025 regarding the Russian invasion, – Ukrainian General Staff. magnolia-tv.com
Ukraine has regained positions near Lyptsy in the Kharkiv region. glavred.net
Putin’s "truce": Russians dropped a guided bomb on Sumy region at night: 1 dead, 2 wounded. pravda.com.ua
Cotton at airfields and factories in the Russian Federation
Total russian enemy combat losses as of the morning of May 7, 2025 were approximately:
personnel — about 960,770 (+1,270) people,
tanks — 10,780 (+14) units,
armored combat vehicles — 22,419 (+3) units,
artillery systems — 27,502 (+71) units,
MLRS — 1378 (+0) units,
air defense means — 1155 (+0) units,
aircraft — 372 (+0) units,
helicopters — 335 (+0) units,
Operational-tactical level UAVs — 35266 (+124),
cruise missiles — 3197 (+1),
ships/boats — 28 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 47484 (+131) units,
special equipment — 3873 (+0). chas.news
Operational information as of 08:00 May 7, 2025 regarding the Russian invasion, – Ukrainian General Staff. magnolia-tv.com
Fires broke out at two of Russia’s largest defense industry enterprises in Tula. 24tv.ua
UAVs struck airfields housing Russian fighter jets and nuclear missile carriers. glavred.net
A good harvest of Russian guns
Total russian enemy combat losses as of the morning of May 6, 2025. approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 959,500 (+1,430) people,
tanks — 10,766 (+3) units,
armored combat vehicles — 22,416 (+5) units,
artillery systems — 27431 (+61) one,
MLRS — 1378 (+1) units,
air defense means — 1155 (+0) units,
aircraft — 372 (+0) units,
helicopters — 335 (+0) units,
Operational-tactical level UAVs — 35142 (+145),
cruise missiles — 3196 (+0),
ships/boats — 28 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 47353 (+103) units,
special equipment — 3873 (+3). chas.news
Operational information as of 08:00 May 6, 2025 regarding the Russian invasion, – Ukrainian General Staff. magnolia-tv.com
An Ukrainian plane destroyed the occupiers’ headquarters in Novogrodivka. real-vin.com
King Charles saluted them: Ukrainian unit greeted with applause at parade in London. Photo and video. obozrevatel.com
Explosions in Moscow and Voronezh
Total russian enemy combat losses as of the morning of May 5, 2025 were approximately:
personnel — about 958,070 (+1,260) people,
tanks — 10,763 (+5) units,
armored combat vehicles — 22,411 (+8) units,
artillery systems — 27,370 (+43) units,
MLRS — 1377 (+1) units,
air defense means — 1155 (+0) units,
aircraft — 372 (+0) units,
helicopters — 335 (+0) units,
Operational-tactical level UAVs — 34997 (+137),
cruise missiles — 3196 (+0),
ships/boats — 28 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 47250 (+109) units,
special equipment — 3870 (+0). chas.news
Operational information as of 08:00 May 5, 2025 regarding the Russian invasion, – Ukrainian General Staff. magnolia-tv.com
The Ukrainian Air Force struck the command post of the 6th Motorized Rifle Division of the Russian Armed Forces in the Bakhmut area. ostro.org
Explosions rocked Russia: Moscow and Voronezh were attacked by drones. weukraine.tv
Fat booty: two Russian planes shot down
Total русского enemy combat losses as of the morning of May 4, 2025 were approximately:
personnel — about 956810 (+1340) people,
tanks — 10,758 (+11) units,
armored combat vehicles — 22403 (+24) units,
artillery systems — 27327 (+52) units,
MLRS — 1376 (+1) units,
air defense systems — 1155 (+1) units,
airplanes — 372 (+2) one,
helicopters — 335 (+0) units,
Operational-tactical level UAVs — 34860 (+163),
cruise missiles — 3196 (+0),
ships/boats — 28 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 47141 (+129) units,
special equipment — 3870 (+0). chas.news
Operational information as of 08:00 May 4, 2025 regarding the Russian invasion – Ukrainian General Staff. magnolia-tv.com
The Ukrainian defense forces have destroyed the second Russian plane in a day. babel.ua
Production facilities damaged: drones hit a defense complex in the Bryansk region of the Russian Federation (video). focus.ua
Intermediate finish: 47 thousand Russian cars destroyed
Total russian enemy combat losses as of the morning of May 3, 2025 were approximately:
personnel — about 955,470 (+1,170) people,
tanks — 10,745 (+4) units,
armored combat vehicles — 22369 (+0) units,
artillery systems — 27234 (+48) units,
MLRS — 1375 (+0) units,
air defense systems — 1153 (+1) units,
aircraft — 370 (+0) units,
helicopters — 335 (+0) units,
Operational-tactical level UAVs — 34665 (+126),
cruise missiles — 3197 (+1).
ships/boats — 28 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 47003 (+121) one,
special equipment — 3870 (+1). chas.news
Operational information of the Ukrainian General Staff as of 08:00 May 3, 2025 regarding the Russian invasion. ukrpohliad.org
Russia was massively attacked by drones at night: many explosions were heard, fires broke out. 24tv.ua
"Everyone is tired of Russia’s manipulations": Zelenskyy on Ukrainian ballistics, aviation, the situation at the front, and Motor Sich. Video. obozrevatel.com
Here’s to you, grandma, "peace in 24 hours"
The russian enemy’s total combat losses as of the morning of May 2, 2025 were approximately:
personnel — about 954,300 (+1,110) people,
tanks — 10,741 (+9) units,
armored combat vehicles — 22,369 (+5) units,
artillery systems — 27186 (+50) units,
MLRS — 1375 (+0) units,
air defense systems — 1152 (+4) units,
aircraft — 370 (+0) units,
helicopters — 335 (+0) units,
Operational-tactical level UAVs — 34539 (+138),
cruise missiles — 3196 (+0),
ships/boats — 28 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 46882 (+132) units,
special equipment — 3869 (+0). chas.news
Operational information of the Ukrainian General Staff as of 08:00 May 2, 2025 regarding the Russian invasion. ukrpohliad.org
The head of the Center for Countering Disinformation made a statement after the explosions at airfields in Crimea (temporarily occupied by russians): this is a security component. rbc.ua
The US will no longer participate in negotiations between Ukraine and the Russian Federation – State Department. tsn.ua
Cotton in Murom
The russian enemy’s total combat losses as of the morning of May 1, 2025 were approximately:
personnel — about 953,190 (+1,230) people,
tanks — 10,732 (+3) units,
armored combat vehicles — 22,364 (+11) units,
artillery systems — 27136 (+45) units,
MLRS — 1375 (+1) units,
air defense systems — 1148 (+2) units,
aircraft — 370 (+0) units,
helicopters — 335 (+0) units,
Operational-tactical level UAVs — 34401 (+112),
cruise missiles — 3196 (+0),
ships/boats — 28 (+0) units,
submarines — 1 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 46,750 (+139) units,
special equipment — 3869 (+0). chas.news
Operational information of the Ukrainian General Staff as of 08:00 May, 1 2025 regarding the Russian invasion. ukrpohliad.org
Ukrainian Defense Forces advanced in Kursk region and near Toretsk: ISW maps. rbc.ua
In Murom, drones attacked an instrument-making plant that works for the Russian Navy and Air Force — source. hromadske.ua
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Regular site news
New novel by Marko Vovchok
We are starting to publish the novel "Notes of a Clerk". Today – the first two chapters, including "Chapter Two. A Brief Essay on the Customs, Characters, and Relationships of the People Who Surrounded Me."
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New book on economy
We are starting to publish the monograph by Britchenko I.G., Momot O.M., and Saenko V.G. “Economic Problems of the Development of the Entrepreneurial Function in Sectors of the National Economy” (2012). Today – "1. Prerequisites for the development of the entrepreneurial function in various spheres of the national economy."
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New novel by V. Vynnychenko
We continue publishing the novel «Solar machine» (1924). Today – the next 5 chapters of the 2nd part, including "Morning at Trudy’s Villa."
Truda! For God’s sake, don’t think "anything like that" and forgive me! I’m happy and completely friendly. You’re so sweet, so extraordinary, that I just, well, couldn’t!
New article by D. Dontsov
We continue publishing a brochure "The secret of the organization" (1936). Today – "2. Propaganda."
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New translation by M. Starycky
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New story by G. Khotkevych
We finish publishing story "Dovbush" (1920). Today – the last 4 chapters of the 3rd part.
And the people did not forget Dovbush and sang about him in their best songs, fanned him with poetry and magical legends, and in the eyes of the people Dovbush grew into a hero.
New verses by S. Vorobkevich
We publish 5 verses of 1885, including "Roses and carnations…".
New about Stepan Rudansky
We publish the article by M. Hnatyshak "The Nightingale King" (1935).
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New book on the history of Kyiv
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Geological past of Kyiv / Natural and geographical position of Kyiv
New verses by Vladimir Holan
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New about Chechelevsky monastery
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New story by Gregory Kvitka-Osnovjanenko
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Nina! If you think that your elders will not agree to our marriage; if you believe that the ceremony you have accepted is absolutely necessary for our union, then let us run away from here, let us run away to the ends of the earth!
New novel by Panas Myrny
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New transtalions by K. Polishchuk
We finish publishing Andrii Strug’s collection of short stories "Underground People" translated by Klym Polishchuk (1928). Today – the last three stories, including "Obituary".
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New comedy by V. Samijlenko
We publish the comedy "Drama Without vodka" (1894).
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