Oleksandr Syrskyi

Ukrainian military destroyed Russian positions from which Ukraine was being shelled. They also shot down a Russian Su-35 aircraft and damaged military helicopters.

Over the past day, Ukrainian defenders eliminated more than 1,160 Russian soldiers and destroyed more than 300 units of equipment. Also, a new type of weapon was tested in the Kherson direction.

According to Syrskyi, in May, the Armed Forces of Ukraine destroyed 1,391 units of artillery systems of the occupiers. Since the beginning of the year, the enemy has lost more than 7,000 artillery systems.

Russia is increasing the production of UAVs with the help of China, which undermines Ukraine's leadership. The Russians aim to produce millions of drones in 2025.

According to the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Oleksandr Syrskyi, the total losses of Russian troops at the front since the beginning of 2025 amounted to 200,000 people. On June 2, the occupiers lost 1,100 soldiers and 12 aircraft in a day.

The President is convening a meeting due to a missile strike on a training camp where soldiers were killed. Decisions will be made to save the lives of military personnel.

Russian troops captured the village of Volodymyrivka in the Sumy region, which is located directly near the border with Russia. The village is part of the Khotyn community.

Volodymyr Zelenskyi stated about the difficult situation at the front, with increased fighting in the Pokrovsky, Lyman, and Kupyansk directions. He emphasized the importance of continuing operations on Russian territory.

The Russians have intensified their activity in the Zaporizhzhia direction, where they are advancing. The Armed Forces of Ukraine (ZSU) continue their operation in the Kursk direction, where the enemy is holding its best units.

Intelligence reported on the increase of personnel by Russia, strikes on cities and weapons production. Ukraine needs investments in the defense industry, air defense equipment and long-range weapons.

In May, more than 89,000 enemy targets were hit and destroyed with the help of drones. The enemy is copying the experience of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and is actively scaling up its unmanned units.

Since the beginning of 2025, Russian occupation forces have lost over 190,000 soldiers. This was announced by General Oleksandr Syrskyi, noting the effective work of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

Oleksandr Syrskyi announced the launch of the School of Instructors for professional training of military personnel. Special attention will be paid to training in working with drones, ground systems, and tactical medicine.

The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine had a telephone conversation with the commander of the Security Assistance Group - Ukraine, Curtis Buzzard. They discussed the dynamics of combat operations and the short-term plans of the Russian invaders.

During the day, 129 combat clashes took place. The enemy launched 57 air strikes and used 984 kamikaze drones, and also carried out more than 3,500 shellings.

The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported that since the beginning of the year, the occupiers have lost 185,000 people. Every destroyed invader is a step towards a just peace, Syrskyi emphasized.

President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine is conducting active operations in the Kursk and Belgorod regions to protect the Ukrainian border area. He emphasized that this is not Ukraine's choice, but a preemptive defense.

During the day of April 13, 125 combat clashes took place at the front. Russian troops carried out 60 air strikes and used 1052 kamikaze drones.

According to Syrskyi, the occupiers' losses since the beginning of the year have already exceeded 177,000. The Defense Forces of Ukraine continue to destroy the Russian aggressor.

The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces congratulated on the Day of Remembrance and Victory over Nazism, emphasizing the importance of unity against the aggressor. He reminded of Ukraine's contribution to peace and its fight against modern tyrants.

Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine's ceasefire proposal remains in effect, but Russia is not responding, continuing attacks.

Since the beginning of May, there have been more than 1,300 combat clashes with Russian occupiers. Syrskyi thanked the units of the Defense Forces for their professional combat work.

The Defense Forces managed to stabilize the situation in the Pokrovsky direction of the Donetsk region, and in some places even seize the tactical initiative. This was reported by General Syrsky.

The 425th Separate Assault Regiment "Skala" is effectively operating in the Pokrovsk direction, stabilizing the situation and intercepting the initiative. The soldiers of the regiment received honorary awards from the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

Syrskyi stated that the Kursk operation has been ongoing for 9 months and has achieved most of its goals, creating a buffer zone in the border area. Syrskyi awarded soldiers of the 225th Regiment for their successful defense.

The President held a meeting on missile development and acceleration of the creation of Ukrainian ballistics. They also discussed the situation in Donetsk region and the continuation of actions on the territory of Kursk and Belgorod regions.

In March and April 2025, Ukrainian drones hit over 160,000 enemy targets. Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Syrskyi noted the increase in the efficiency of UAVs.

In April, the Russian army lost about 35,010 people, which is equivalent to almost three motorized rifle divisions, as well as 1,560 artillery systems, which is 86 artillery divisions.

Ukrainian soldiers restored 115 positions and hit 62 targets on the territory of Russia in April. The transition to the corps system in the army and the scaling of units is also underway.

In April, Ukrainian drones hit more than 83,000 targets, which is 8% more than in March. The effectiveness of the damage increased by 5%, the priority is the UAV direction.