Agents of the movement from the 115th separate motorized rifle brigade of the Russian Armed Forces, stationed in the Avdiivka area, destroyed their own truck. This delayed the unit's deployment.
In the last week alone, 38 soldiers left the positions of the 74th Brigade, despite the fact that special groups are being formed in the enemy's rear to catch them. At the same time, the effective use of special units of the Ukrainian Defense Forces only increases panic among the occupiers.
Over the past day, 81 combat engagements were recorded, the enemy is actively operating in the Pokrovsk, Oleksandrivka, and Kostiantynivka directions. In the Northern Slobozhanskyi and Kursk directions, the Armed Forces of Ukraine advanced by 200 meters.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi announced that a comprehensive operation to destroy enemy forces in Pokrovsk is underway. The defense of the agglomeration will be supported by additional units and weapons.
Kyrylo Budanov personally led the HUR operation in Pokrovsk, refuting Putin's and Gerasimov's statements about the alleged "encirclement" and "capture" of the city. Two special forces groups were landed by Black Hawk helicopters behind enemy lines.
The information from the Russian Ministry of Defense about the elimination of 11 HUR fighters near Pokrovsk is not true. Ukrainian intelligence is conducting stabilization measures in the Pokrovsk area.
Over the past day, 157 combat engagements took place on the front, the enemy launched 60 airstrikes and used 5404 kamikaze drones. The highest activity was observed in the Pokrovsk and Oleksandrivka directions.
German journalist Julian Röpcke received an invitation to visit Kupyansk and Pokrovsk from a producer of Russian "Channel One", but refused. The invitation came after Putin's statement about the alleged encirclement of Ukrainian troops in these cities.
Fighters of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine are conducting a counter-offensive operation near Pokrovsk. The goal is to restore the operation of key logistics lines, as confirmed by UNN sources and a video by The Economist correspondent.
Over the past day, 94 combat engagements took place, with the enemy showing activity in the Pokrovsk, Kupyansk, and Kostiantynivka directions. Border settlements in Chernihiv and Sumy regions were subjected to artillery shelling.
President Zelenskyy stated that the situation in Pokrovsk is difficult, but Ukrainian forces are in control. He denied information about the encirclement of Ukrainian troops, comparing it to fakes about the Kursk operation.
Over the past day, 132 combat engagements were recorded, which is almost a quarter less than the day before. The enemy concentrated a third of its attacks on the Pokrovsk direction, carrying out 48 assault operations.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the "East" military group deny the blocking of Pokrovsk by Russian troops, calling it propaganda. The situation in the city remains difficult, with infiltration of enemy infantry and search-and-strike operations by Ukrainian forces.
Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, Heorhiy Tikhyi, urged media representatives not to believe any words of Russian dictator Vladimir Putin, as the Kremlin does not keep its promises.
Since the beginning of the day, 70 combat engagements have taken place, the enemy is actively operating in the Pokrovsk and Kramatorsk directions. The occupiers launched ten air strikes, dropping 22 guided aerial bombs and carrying out 123 shellings.
The Russian Ministry of Defense announced its readiness to cease hostilities for 5-6 hours in the areas of Pokrovsk, Myrnohrad, and Kupyansk. This is intended to ensure the passage of foreign and Ukrainian journalists to cover the situation.
Over the past day, 172 combat engagements were recorded, which is 16% more than the day before. The most intense battles took place in the Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka directions.
Since the beginning of the day, 157 combat engagements, 3723 kamikaze drone strikes, and 3373 artillery shellings have been recorded. The enemy launched 41 air strikes, using 87 guided aerial bombs.
The DeepState project reported on the advance of Russian units in the eastern and northern parts of Pokrovsk. The enemy is trying to maintain the pace of infiltration, sending small groups into the city, while Ukrainian forces are holding positions in the southern districts.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported 122 combat engagements on the front by 4:00 PM, which is twice as many as the day before. The most active directions are Pokrovsky and Oleksandrivsky, and enemy activity has also increased in the Lyman direction.
Statements by Russian dictator Vladimir Putin about the alleged encirclement of Ukrainian troops in Kupyansk and Pokrovsk are false. The Joint Forces Group of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the Center for Countering Disinformation of the National Security and Defense Council refute this information.
Russian occupiers installed their flag on a stele in Pokrovsk, Donetsk region, which hung for only an hour. The situation in the city remains difficult, the enemy continues to bring in infantry.
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin claimed that Ukrainian troops were allegedly encircled in Kupyansk and Pokrovsk. According to him, Russian troops are not against allowing "media into the enemy's encirclement zones."
The Russians deployed about 11,000 personnel to encircle the Pokrovsk agglomeration, accumulating 27,000 troops and equipment. The defenders of Pokrovsk eliminated 90 occupiers and destroyed equipment in two days.
The enemy is not in Myrnohrad, Donetsk region. The situation in the city and its surroundings is fully controlled by the Defense Forces of Ukraine.
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported 135 combat engagements in 24 hours, 45 of which occurred in the Pokrovsk direction. Ukrainian defenders eliminated 113 occupiers and destroyed 11 drones.
Russian troops advanced to the outskirts of Myrnohrad in the Pokrovsk direction, where intense street battles are ongoing. Ukrainian defense forces are holding positions and strengthening defensive lines in the city.
Since the beginning of the day, 76 combat engagements have occurred along the front line. The enemy is actively operating in the Pokrovsk, Oleksandrivka, and Kostiantynivka directions, launching 8 airstrikes and 79 shellings.
Over the past day, 218 combat engagements were recorded on the front line, which is 75% more than the day before. The Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka directions remain the hottest.
On October 27, the Ukrainian Defense Forces repelled 168 attacks by Russian troops. The most intense battles took place in the Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka directions.