May 2023
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Courage of General Syrsky
The total military losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of May 31, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 207,910 (+470) persons were liquidated,
tanks — 3802 (+0) units,
armored combat vehicles — 7,472 (+3) units,
artillery systems — 3460 (+15) units,
RSZV — 575 (+0) units,
air defense equipment — 333 (+1) units,
aircraft — 313 (+0) units,
helicopters — 298 (+0) units,
UAVs of the operational-tactical level — 3124 (+32),
cruise missiles — 1107 (+0),
ships and boats — 18 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 6,230 (+11) units,
special equipment — 454 (+0).
"Cotton" in Russia: a factory is on fire in the Krasnodar region, and rockets "arrive" in Belgorod.
There is also "cotton" in Tokmak and Berdyansk (temporarily occupied by russians): what is known.
During the trip to the front, Syrsky came under fire and personally commanded the battle.
Iron dome over Kyiv
The total combat losses of the russian enemy from 24.02.22 to 30.05.23 approximately amounted to:
personnel – about 207,440 (+410) people were eliminated,
tanks – 3802 (+1) units,
armored combat vehicles – 7469 (+2) units,
artillery systems – 3445 (+10) units,
RSZV – 575 (+0) units,
air defense equipment – 332 (+1) units,
aircraft – 313 (+0) units,
helicopters – 298 (+0) units,
UAVs of the operational-tactical level – 3092 (+38),
cruise missiles – 1107 (+51),
ships/boats -18 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks – 6219 (+12) units,
special equipment – special equipment ‒ 454 (+1).
Consequences of the attack on Kyiv: there is destruction in various areas, one person died.
Explosions are heard in Moscow: the Russians announced a drone attack (video).
"Cotton" visited the russian occupiers in Crimea: where there were explosions.
Muscovites are maddened by the impossibility of hitting Kyiv
The total military losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of May 29, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 207,030 (+430) people were eliminated,
tanks — 3801 (+4),
armored fighting vehicles — 7467 (+11),
artillery systems — 3435 (+10),
RSZV — 575 (+1),
air defense equipment — 331 (+2),
planes — 313 (+0),
helicopters — 298 (+0),
UAVs of the operational-tactical level — 3054 (+61),
cruise missiles — 1056 (+0),
ships/boats — 18 (+0),
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 6207 (+15),
special equipment — 453 (+2).
For the first time, we notice that the russian occupiers in Mariupol "don’t panic" – Andryushchenko.
"Cotton" visited Shebekino (Belgorod region) again: what is known.
Night attack by the Russians [around 3:00 a.m.]: explosions rang out in Kyiv, Lviv Oblast and Khmelnytskyi Oblast – details.
Powerful explosions rang out in Kyiv [around 11:00]: what is known.
Iran still has drones for attacks on Ukraine
The total military losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of May 28, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 206,600 (+400) people were eliminated,
tanks — 3797 (+3) units,
armored combat vehicles — 7456 (+7) units,
artillery systems — 3425 (+11) units,
RSZV — 574 (+0) units,
air defense equipment — 329 (+0) units,
aircraft — 313 (+0) units,
helicopters — 298 (+0) units,
UAVs of the operational-tactical level — 2993 (+3),
cruise missiles — 1056 (+0),
ships/boats — 18 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 6192 (+9) units,
special equipment — 451 (+2).
The morning in Melitopol (temporarily occupied by russians) began with a loud "cotton".
Air attack on Kyiv on May 28: Air defense destroyed more than 40 Shaheds.
Tehran cynically accused Zelensky of "anti-Iranian propaganda".
The time has come to return our own
The total military losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of May 27, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 206,200 (+480) people were eliminated,
tanks — 3799 (+3),
armored fighting vehicles — 7442 (+7),
artillery systems — 3406 (+22),
RSZV — 572 (+2),
air defense equipment — 329 (+1),
planes — 310 (+0),
helicopters — 296 (+0),
UAVs of the operational-tactical level — 2941 (+31),
cruise missiles — 1025 (+10),
ships/boats — 18 (+0),
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 6172 (+11),
special equipment — 449 (+3).
Another "cotton" in the Russian Federation: an explosion rang out at night in Maiskyi (Belgorod Region).
"Cotton", shooting and fires: Mariupol (temporarily occupied by russians) "stood on its ears" at night.
"It’s time to give back our own": Zaluzhny showed a landmark video with a call to join the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
Cotton in Krasnodar
The total military losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of May 26, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 205,720 (+460) people were liquidated,
tanks — 3796 (+1) units,
armored combat vehicles — 7435 (+3) units,
artillery systems — 3384 (+25) units,
RSZV — 570 (+0) units,
air defense equipment — 328 (+1) units,
aircraft — 310 (+1) units,
helicopters — 296 (+0) units,
UAVs of the operational-tactical level — 2910 (+3),
cruise missiles — 1015 (+0),
ships and boats — 18 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 6161 (+13) units,
special equipment — 446 (+2).
A loud explosion rang out in the center of Krasnodar: the occupiers are talking about a "drone attack".
"Cotton" in Berdyansk (temporarily occupied by russians): the russian occupiers lost the S-300.
Fighters of the brigade from Dnipropetrovsk region destroyed an russian helicopter worth more than 16 million USD.
All Russian drones over Ukraine have been destroyed
The total military losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of May 25, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 205,260 (+500) people were eliminated,
tanks — 3795 (+3) units,
armored combat vehicles — 7432 (+8) units,
artillery systems — 3359 (+20) units,
RSZV — 570 (+0) units,
air defense equipment — 327 (+0) units,
aircraft — 309 (+0) units,
helicopters — 296 (+0) units,
UAVs of the operational-tactical level — 2907 (+36),
cruise missiles — 1015 (+0),
ships and boats — 18 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 6148 (+2) units,
special equipment — 444 (+4).
Explosions rang out in Dzhankoi in the Crimea (temporarily occupied by russians).
Goals achieved: Russian volunteers spoke about a special operation in the Belgorod region.
All 36 drones that attacked Ukraine on the night of May 25 were destroyed by air defense.
Cotton in the Black Sea
The total military losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of May 24, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 204,760 (+400) people were eliminated,
tanks — 3792 (+3),
armored fighting vehicles — 7424 (+5),
artillery systems — 3339 (+21),
RSZV — 570 (+5),
air defense equipment — 327 (+0),
planes — 309 (+0),
helicopters — 296 (+1),
UAVs of the operational-tactical level — 2871 (+7),
cruise missiles — 1015 (+0),
ships/boats — 18 (+0),
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 6146 (+7),
special equipment — 440 (+7).
"Cotton" happened again in the center of Belgorod – details.
In the Belgorod region, a UAV delivered "cotton": the occupiers showed a photo of the consequences.
Russia announced an attack on its reconnaissance ship "Ivan Khurs" in the Black Sea: details.
How is it in the Belgorod People’s Republic?
The total combat losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of May 23, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 204,360 (+480) people,
tanks — 3789 (+4) units,
armored combat vehicles — 7419 (+12) units,
artillery systems — 3318 (+40) units,
RSZV — 565 (+0) units,
air defense equipment — 327 (+0) units,
aircraft — 309 (+0) units,
helicopters — 295 (+1) units,
UAVs of operational-tactical level — 2864 (+34),
cruise missiles — 1015 (+4),
ships/boats — 18 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 6139 (+10) units,
special equipment — 433 (+6).
In Belgorod – "cotton", there were explosions in the buildings of the FSB and the Ministry of Internal Affairs.
In the Bryansk region, there is a powerful "cotton": a column of smoke can be seen 30 km away. Video.
Russian volunteers announced the liberation of the first settlement in Russia: map.
Negative takeoff of the Russian Su-35 over the Black Sea
The total combat losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of May 22, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 203,880 (+720) people were eliminated,
tanks — 3785 (+2) units,
armored combat vehicles — 7407 (+9) units,
artillery systems — 3278 (+20) units,
RSZV — 565 (+1) units,
air defense equipment — 327 (+0) units,
aircraft — 309 (+1) units,
helicopters — 294 (+0) units,
UAVs of operational-tactical level — 2830 (+8),
cruise missiles — 1011 (+0),
ships and boats — 18 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 6129 (+14) units,
special equipment — 427 (+2).
The Ukrainian Armed Forces destroyed a fourth-generation Russian Su-35 fighter (for $50 million) over the Black Sea . "An incredible sight."
A batch of "cotton" was delivered to Mariupol (temporarily occupied by russians): locals reported powerful explosions.
What’s happening in Bakhmut now: Cherevaty has dotted the "i".
The battle for Bakhmut continues
The total combat losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of May 21, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 203,160 (+730) people,
tanks — 3783 (+2) units,
armored fighting vehicles — 7398 (+16) units,
artillery systems — 3258 (+29) units,
RSZV — 564 (+0) units,
air defense equipment — 327 (+2) units,
aircraft — 308 (+0) units,
helicopters — 294 (+0) units,
UAVs of operational-tactical level — 2822 (+21),
cruise missiles — 1011 (+0),
ships/boats — 18 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 6115 (+12) units,
special equipment — 425 (+2).
The fighting continues: the Ukrainian General Staff dispelled Prigozhin’s fake about the capture of Bakhmut.
Fresh "cotton" in Berdyansk (temporarily occupied by russians): after the explosions, a fire broke out in the area of the captured airport. Photo.
In the Belgorod region, they report about "cotton".
Kyiv is unreachable for Muscovites’ air attacks
The total combat losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of May 20, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 202,430 (+670) persons were liquidated,
tanks — 3781 (+4) units,
armored combat vehicles — 7382 (+5) units,
artillery systems — 3229 (+19) units,
RSZV — 564 (+0) units,
air defense equipment — 325 (+6) units,
aircraft — 308 (+0) units,
helicopters — 294 (+0) units,
UAVs of the operational-tactical level — 2801 (+32),
cruise missiles — 1011 (+0),
ships/boats — 18 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 6103 (+20) units,
special equipment — 423 (+4).
20 russian "shaheds" and a reconnaissance drone "Merlin-VR" were destroyed in the sky of Ukraine – the Air Force.
"Cotton" in Mariupol (temporarily occupied by russians): arrived at the base with 150 russian occupants.
The overheated topic of the counteroffensive harms the Ukrainian Armed Forces, but scares the russian enemies – Hanna Malyar.
The first thousand Russian cruise missiles were destroyed
The total combat losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of May 19, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 201,760 (+660) persons were liquidated,
tanks — 3777 (+4) units,
armored combat vehicles — 7377 (+4) units,
artillery systems — 3210 (+12) units,
RSZV — 564 (+1) units,
air defense equipment — 319 (+1) units,
aircraft — 308 (+0) units,
helicopters — 294 (+0) units,
UAVs of operational-tactical level — 2769 (+10),
cruise missiles – 1011 (+21),
ships and boats — 18 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 6,083 (+10) units,
special equipment — 419 (+1).
Unrest in the Crimea (temporarily occupied by russians): a drone attacked the railway at night.
The assault is canceled: HIMARS destroyed a company of the "newest" Russian tanks in Donetsk (temporarily occupied by russians) (photo).
They were burning brightly: the soldiers of the Armed Forces of Ukraine burned down three Russian Grad MLRS in the Luhansk region at once (video).
The railway in Crimea is tired of transporting Muscovites
The total combat losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of May 18, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 201,100 (+510) people were eliminated,
tanks — 3773 (+2),
armored fighting vehicles — 7373 (+8),
artillery systems — 3198 (+32),
RSZV — 563 (+1),
air defense equipment — 318 (+0),
planes — 308 (+0),
helicopters — 294 (+0),
UAVs of the operational-tactical level — 2759 (+11),
cruise missiles — 990 (+8),
ships/boats — 18 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 6073 (+6),
special equipment — 418 (+1).
The morning in Melitopol (temporarily occupied by russians) began with cotton: what is known about the explosion.
There was an explosion on the railway in the Crimea (temporarily occupied by russians).
"Cotton" visited the Kursk region: there are victims and destruction (photo).
The first 200,000 Muscovites were destroyed
The total military losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of May 17, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 200,590 (+610) people,
tanks — 3771 (+9) units,
armored combat vehicles — 7365 (+17) units,
artillery systems — 3166 (+16) units,
RSZV — 562 (+0) units,
air defense equipment — 318 (+2) units,
aircraft — 308 (+0) units,
helicopters — 294 (+0) units,
UAVs of operational-tactical level — 2748 (+16),
cruise missiles — 982 (+9),
ships/boats — 18 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 6,067 (+19) units,
special equipment — 417 (+7).
The Russian Federation announced a new "cotton" in the Kaluga region.
Syrskyi showed in a video how the Ukrainian Armed Forces destroy the position of the Russians near Bakhmut.
Zhorin described what is happening now in Bakhmut: 100-200 m advance is very difficult.
6 out of 6 Russian Daggers destroyed
The total military losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of May 16, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 199,980 (+520) people were liquidated,
tanks — 3762 (+3) units,
armored combat vehicles — 7348 (+12) units,
artillery systems — 3150 (+13) units,
RSZV — 562 (+0) units,
air defense equipment — 316 (+0) units,
aircraft — 308 (+0) units,
helicopters — 294 (+0) units,
UAVs of the operational-tactical level — 2732 (+12),
cruise missiles — 973 (+0),
ships/boats — 18 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 6,048 (+14) units,
special equipment — 410 (+3).
Sirskyi about the offensive of the Ukrainian Armed Forces near Bakhmut: "The Wagnerites" crawled like rats into a mousetrap."
Six "Daggers" is an impressive indicator: the Ukrainian Armed Forces commented on the work of air defense during the enemy’s attack on Kyiv.
In Severodonetsk (temporarily occupied by russians), there is an increase in "cotton" – regional administration.
Successes of Ukrainian troops in the Bakhmut direction
The total military losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of May 15, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 199,460 (+580) people were eliminated,
tanks — 3759 (+3) units,
armored combat vehicles — 7336 (+11) units,
artillery systems — 3137 (+21) units,
RSZV — 562 (+0) units,
air defense equipment — 316 (+2) units,
aircraft — 308 (+0) units,
helicopters — 294 (+0) units,
UAVs of the operational-tactical level — 2720 (+24),
cruise missiles — 973 (+3),
ships/boats — 18 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 6,034 (+16) units,
special equipment — 407 (+3).
In the rear of the russian occupiers in Tokmak (temporarily occupied by russians) – morning "cotton".
Fresh "cotton" in Luhansk (temporarily occupied by russians): the russian occupiers announced an attack on the aviation school. Photo and video.
"We can move forward": Syrskyi commented on the successes of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the Bakhmut direction.
Cotton over the Bryansk region. Right in the sky
The total military losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of May 14, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 198,880 (+620) persons were liquidated,
tanks — 3756 (+5) units,
armored combat vehicles — 7325 (+18) units,
artillery systems — 3116 (+21) units,
RSZV — 562 (+1) units,
air defense equipment — 314 (+0) units,
aircraft — 308 (+0) units,
helicopters — 294 (+0) units,
UAVs of operational-tactical level — 2696 (+31),
cruise missiles — 970 (+0),
ships and boats — 18 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 6,018 (+7) units,
special equipment — 404 (+2).
The biggest losses of Russian aviation in the last year – what is known about the accident of the Mi-8, Su-34 and Su-35.
"Cotton" visited Luhansk (temporarily occupied by russians) again: reports of a powerful explosion and smoke (photo).
"The rocket was lost": "cotton" again in the Belgorod region.
The first 6,000 Russian cars were destroyed
The total military losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of May 13, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 198,260 (+590) people were eliminated,
tanks — 3751 (+6),
armored fighting vehicles — 7307 (+12),
artillery systems — 3095 (+27),
RSZV — 561 (+2),
air defense equipment — 314 (+2),
planes — 308 (+0),
helicopters — 294 (+0),
UAVs of the operational-tactical level — 2665 (+29),
cruise missiles — 970 (+0),
ships/boats — 18 (+0),
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 6011 (+15),
special equipment — 402 (+9).
"Cotton" in Luhansk (temporarily occupied by russians): consequences of a missile attack.
A new explosion in Luhansk (temporarily occupied by russians): a column of thick smoke is visible above the city — photo, video.
The ZSU in the Bakhmut direction advanced even further into the depth of the russian enemy – Cherevaty.
Tactical success of the Ukrainian army near Bakhmut (2)
The total military losses of the Russians as of the morning of May 12, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 197,670 (+750) people were eliminated,
tanks — 3745 (+5),
armored fighting vehicles — 7295 (+8),
artillery systems — 3068 (+15),
RSZV — 559 (+2),
air defense means — 312 (+2),
planes — 308 (+0),
helicopters — 294 (+0),
UAVs of the operational-tactical level — 2636 (+9),
cruise missiles — 970 (+0),
ships/boats — 18 (+0),
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 5996 (+12),
special equipment — 393 (+2).
The Armed Forces advanced 2 km in the direction of Bakhmut, the russian occupiers suffered heavy losses, – Malyar.
The Ukrainian Armed Forces broke through the defense of the russian occupiers during counterattacks near Bakhmut: the ISW reported on the course of the fighting. Map.
"Cotton" in Russia: reports of "air defense work" over Belgorod.
A little more cotton (6)
The total military losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of May 11, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 196,920 (+610) persons were liquidated,
tanks — 3740 (+4) units,
armored combat vehicles — 7,287 (+12) units,
artillery systems — 3053 (+14) units,
RSZV — 557 (+2) units,
air defense equipment — 310 (+2) units,
aircraft — 308 (+0) units,
helicopters — 294 (+0) units,
UAVs of the operational-tactical level — 2627 (+3),
cruise missiles — 970 (+0),
ships/boats — 18 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 5984 (+10) units,
special equipment — 391 (+2).
The newest Russian tank T-90M "Breakthrough" lost the "duel" of the drone of the Armed Forces. VIDEO.
"Cotton" happened in the Bryansk region: an unmanned aerial vehicle allegedly attacked an administrative building.
"Cotton" in the Kursk region: there are flights to the power station.
Partial retreat of Muscovites in Bakhmut
The total military losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of May 10, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 196,310 (+690) persons were liquidated,
tanks — 3736 (+2) units,
armored combat vehicles — 7,275 (+18) units,
artillery systems — 3039 (+8) units,
RSZV — 555 (+1) units,
air defense equipment — 308 (+1) units,
aircraft — 308 (+0) units,
helicopters — 294 (+0) units,
UAVs of operational-tactical level — 2624 (+6),
cruise missiles — 970 (+15),
ships and boats — 18 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 5,974 (+5) units,
special equipment — 389 (+1).
In the Voronezh region, a drone attack on a military training ground was announced: 14 people were injured.
Two companies of the 72nd Brigade of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation were defeated: the 3rd Assault Brigade of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation forced the Russians to flee from near Bakhmut. Photo and video.
The Ukrainian Armed Forces confirmed Prigozhin’s words about the escape of Russians from near Bakhmut and half a thousand fallen occupiers.
Muscovites like unsuccessful attacks on Kyiv
The total military losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of May 9, 2023 approximately amounted to:
about 195,620 (+650) people were liquidated,
thani — 3734 (+4),
armored fighting vehicles — 7257 (+4),
artillery systems — 3031 (+13),
RSZV — 554 (+0),
air defense equipment — 307 (+1),
planes — 308 (+0),
helicopters — 294 (+0),
UAVs of the operational-tactical level — 2618 (+4),
cruise missiles — 955 (+8),
ships/boats — 18 (+0),
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 5969 (+11),
special equipment – 388 (+4).
Belgorod was visited by "holiday cotton".
On May 9, Russia attacked Ukraine with missiles. What is known about the new massive shelling.
The Ukrainian Armed Forces "covered" the command post of the 111th regiment of the Russian Armed Forces near Avdiivka, eliminating its commander.
Iranian drones did not help the Muscovites again
The total military losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of May 8, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 194,970 (+540) people,
tanks — 3730 (+7) units,
armored combat vehicles — 7,253 (+5) units,
artillery systems — 3018 (+8) units,
RSZV — 554 (+0) units,
air defense equipment — 306 (+0) units,
aircraft — 308 (+0) units,
helicopters — 294 (+0) units,
UAV of the operational-tactical level — 2614 (+42),
cruise missiles — 947 (+0),
ships/boats — 18 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 5958 (+6) units,
special equipment — 384 (+4).
In Alchevsk (temporarily occupied by russians), as a result of "cotton", a filling station for military equipment of the russian occupiers was destroyed.
At night, air defense destroyed all 35 "Shahed" drones, which the invaders used to attack Ukraine.
The Ukrainian Armed Forces destroyed a large number of russian occupiers in Bakhmut at night.
Cotton in 5 places in the Crimea
The total military losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of May 7, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 194,430 (+660) people were eliminated,
tanks — 3723 (+6) units,
armored combat vehicles — 7,248 (+10) units,
artillery systems — 3010 (+18) units,
RSZV — 554 (+2) units,
air defense equipment — 306 (+0) units,
aircraft — 308 (+0) units,
helicopters — 294 (+0) units,
UAVs of operational-tactical level — 2572 (+18),
cruise missiles — 947 (+0),
ships and boats — 18 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 5952 (+16) units,
special equipment – 380 (+5).
Crimea (temporarily occupied by russians) does not sleep: explosions rang out on the peninsula.
Ukrainian aviation made two strikes on russian enemy concentration areas in the Skadovsk and Kakhovka districts, destroyed "Grad" and "Hyacinth", – OK "Pivden".
Task completed. The Belarusian battalion retook the trenches along the "road of life" to Bakhmut from the Russian occupiers – video.
The first Russian missile "Kinzhal" (Kh-47M2) was shot down
The total military losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of May 6, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 193,770 (+560) people were eliminated,
tanks — 3717 (+7),
armored fighting vehicles — 7238 (+14),
artillery systems — 2992 (+14),
RSZV — 552 (+2),
air defense equipment — 306 (+2),
planes — 308 (+0),
helicopters — 294 (+0),
UAVs of the operational-tactical level — 2554 (+14),
cruise missiles — 947 (+0),
ships/boats — 18 (+0),
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 5936 (+20),
special equipment — 375 (+2).
"Cotton" in Crimea (temporarily occupied by russians): the russian occupiers report on the work of air defense and the closure of the Kerch bridge (map).
Quarters on fire. The SSO showed the burning Bakhmut after the attack with phosphorous munitions – video.
"Historic event": Ukrainian Air Force confirmed the destruction of the Russian "Dagger" (Kh-47M2).
Russia: fires are on the way
The total military losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of May 5, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 193,210 (+620) people were eliminated,
tanks — 3710 (+3) units,
armored combat vehicles — 7,224 (+8) units,
artillery systems — 2978 (+16) units,
RSZV — 550 (+3) units,
air defense equipment — 304 (+0) units,
aircraft — 308 (+0) units,
helicopters — 294 (+0) units,
UAVs of operational-tactical level — 2540 (+17),
cruise missiles — 947 (+0),
ships/boats — 18 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 5916 (+30) units,
special equipment — 373 (+3).
"And cotton again": the Kuban oil refinery is on fire after the second attack in a day. VIDEO.
"Fire show" according to the schedule: a large-scale fire broke out in Moscow, the city is in flames and smoke.
The Ukrainian Armed Forces struck the bases of the occupiers in Alchevsk (temporarily occupied by russians).
In Russia, the Moscow Kremlin and three oil facilities are on fire
The total military losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of May 4, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 192,590 (+650) people were eliminated,
tanks — 3707 (+5) units,
armored combat vehicles — 7,216 (+17) units,
artillery systems — 2962 (+16) units,
RSZV — 547 (+3) units,
air defense equipment — 304 (+4) units,
aircraft — 308 (+0) units,
helicopters — 294 (+0) units,
UAVs of the operational-tactical level — 2523 (+18),
cruise missiles — 947 (+0),
ships/boats — 18 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 5,886 (+21) units,
special equipment — 370 (+7).
Russian fuel depots highly vulnerable to drones – British intelligence.
In Russia, there was a fire at the Novoshakhty Refinery: the local authorities declare a "drone attack".
An oil depot caught fire in the Krasnodar region of the Russian Federation: an "unknown UAV" is blamed. VIDEO.
The US sees no signs that Ukraine is behind the attack on the Kremlin.
Cotton season as promised
The total military losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of May 3, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 191,940 (+520) people were liquidated,
tanks — 3702 (+1) units,
armored combat vehicles — 7199 (+6) units,
artillery systems — 2946 (+16) units,
RSZV — 544 (+0) units,
air defense means — 300 (+2) units,
aircraft — 308 (+0) units,
helicopters — 294 (+0) units,
UAVs of the operational-tactical level — 2505 (+28),
cruise missiles — 947 (+0),
ships and boats — 18 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 5,865 (+14) units,
special equipment — 363 (+3).
A new "cotton" emerged in Crimea near Simferopol (temporarily occupied by russians) – mass media.
There is "cotton" again in the Russian Federation, an oil depot is on fire in the Krasnodar Territory.
In Bryansk region – "cotton": drones attacked a military airfield.
Traitors – on fire! (10)
The total military losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of May 2, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 191,420 (+460) people were eliminated,
tanks — 3701 (+1),
armored fighting vehicles — 7193 (+1),
artillery systems — 2930 (+9),
RSZV — 544 (+0),
air defense means — 298 (+3),
planes — 308 (+0),
helicopters — 294 (+0),
UAVs of the operational-tactical level — 2477 (+1),
cruise missiles — 947 (+15),
ships/boats — 18 (+0),
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 5851 (+6),
special technique — 360 (+1).
In Melitopol (temporarily occupied by russians), another "cotton": ambulances and "police" rushed to the scene of the explosion.
Bakhmut holds on despite forecasts and advice, – Syrskyi.
"Wanted alive or dead": partisans in Henichesk (temporarily occupied by russians) announced a "hunt" for the Gauleiter. Photo.
A gift for the Day of Muscovites: exactly 3,700 destroyed Russian tanks
The total military losses of the russian enemy as of the morning of May 1, 2023 approximately amounted to:
personnel — about 190,960 (+450) people,
tanks — 3700 (+1) od,
armored combat vehicles — 7192 (+3) units,
artillery systems — 2921 (+7) units,
RSZV — 544 (+0) units,
air defense equipment — 295 (+0) units,
aircraft — 308 (+0) units,
helicopters — 294 (+0) units,
UAVs of the operational-tactical level — 2476 (+1),
cruise missiles — 932 (+0),
ships/boats — 18 (+0) units,
automotive equipment and tank trucks — 5,845 (+3) units,
special equipment — 359 (+2).
The Armed Forces of Ukraine arranged a powerful "cotton" for the russian occupiers in Berdyansk (temporarily occupied by russians): explosions were heard near the airport.
"Cotton" in Melitopol (temporarily occupied by russians) reached the hotel where the russian occupiers were based.
In some areas of Bakhmut, the Russians were counterattacked and left some positions – Syrskyi.
End of the «War news» section
Regular site news
New story by G. Khotkevych
We continue publishing story "Dovbush" (1920). Today – the next 5 chapters of the 2nd part.
As a result of the negotiations, Yosyo took away that shrine of the Dovbush family and really carried it home as a precious thing, hugging it to his chest.
New verses by S. Vorobkevich
We publish 5 verses of 1879, including "That’s my Bukovyna."
New book on the history of Kyiv
We continue publishing "History of Kyiv", published in 1963. Today – "Kyiv during the Great October Socialist Revolution, Foreign Military Intervention and Civil War (1917-1920)".
1. Kyiv during the preparation and conduct of the Great October Socialist Revolution / 2. Kyiv during the period of foreign military intervention and civil war
New letters by Panas Myrny
We continue publishing letters by Panas Myrny. Today – next 8 letters (1897 – 1898).
What’s the point, you thought, wasn’t I offended by the fact that you don’t accept "Truth and Crime"? If such a thought occurred to you, then drive it away from you. (August 30, 1898 to Mykhailo Kotsyubinsky)
New novel by Gregory Kvitka-Osnovjanenko
We publish fragments of the 1st version of the novel "Mister Khaljavski". Today – the next 3 chapters, including "Departure for the city".
From the evening of our departure, mother began to cry, and from the morning of the sad day they began to "voice" and mourn us with inexpressibly touching words.
New short stories by K. Polishchuk
We are starting to publish the collection of short stories "Among Graves and Ruins" (1918). Today is the first three stories, including "Once upon a Christmas Day."
"I will never forget that night when all the people praised Christ and we shot our brothers," said Dmytro. Petro Chub forgot about his Psyol and started drinking denatured alcohol.
New novel by Ivan Bagrjany
We continue publishing the novel "Tiger Hunters" (1943). Today – the next 3 chapters of the second part, including "Mutiny and surrender."
Hryhoriy carried in his heart the disease that attacked him – love for the whimsical forest girl Natalka – and fought with himself. Loved, but… it seems hopeless.
New short story by V. Vynnychenko
We publish short story "Honor" (1906).
And go to hell with your resignation! I do not need! I played Vanka for you and I’m not at all crazy… Send me to prison. You damned bastards!
New novel by Bogdan Lepky
We continue publishing the novel "Mazepa" (1926 – 1929). Today – the next 5 sections of the fourth part ("Poltava"), including "25. Obsessed with thought."
Joy grows out of sadness. And sadness is a great force, it takes us by the heart, does not allow us to pray in small joy. – Chuykevich looked at Motrya like an icon.
New book on economy
We continue publishing the monograph by O. G. Trikozenko and I. G. Britchenko "Clientele as a mechanism for determining the value of a commercial bank" (2011). Today – chapter "4. Modeling calculations of the cost of a commercial bank taking into account its clientele".
4.1. Practical use of the model for determining the value of the bank’s client base / 4.2. Model for determining the value of the bank’s customer base
New verses by Ju. Fedkovich
We finish publishing a collection of poetry "Wild Thoughts" (1876). Today – the last 9 poems, including "Royal Rose".
New folklore records by Marko Vovchok
We publish the first 3 chapters from the notebook of Ukrainian words and expressions (1880-90s).
New poem by I. Bagrjany
We continue publishing the poem "Skelka" (1930). Today – "Chapter Six."
New article by Ivan Nechuy-Levitsky
We are starting to publish the article "Ukrainian decadence" (1911). Today – the first two chapters, including "2. Decadence in Ukraine".
And since that time, the lot of such fashionable "poetry in prose" appeared in Ukrainian literature, small, short, in which there is sometimes no idea, not even a clear main thought.
New verses by Ju. Klen
We continue to publish a collection of poems "Caravels". Today – the next 8 poems, including "Almost an elegy" (1938).